More than 60 Drake students collaborated with faculty, staff, and community members on a new book that explores Des Moines' religious diversity. "A Spectrum of Faith" launches April 6 via Drake Community Press.
Category: Community Engagement
Campus Compact and Principal select Drake sophomore Lauren Oreto for new scholarship program
Drake University sophomore Lauren Oreto is among 20 college students from Iowa and California who were selected for the first class of the new Principal Community Scholars Program.
Drake receives MLK Day of Service grant to raise awareness of food insecurity
Drake University will raise awareness of food insecurity in Des Moines during a free community event in honor of Martin Luther King Day 2017.
Drake University issues RFP for development along University Avenue
Marking a renewed commitment to the growth and development of the Drake Neighborhood, Drake University announced today that it is seeking proposals from a pre-determined group of eleven Iowa firms to develop a plot of University-owned land along University Avenue in Des Moines.
Drake branches out
The campus community comes together to observe Arbor Day and maintain the University’s standing as a Tree Campus USA.
Drake seeking partner agencies for Engaged Citizen Corps
Drake University is seeking interested partner agencies for the 2016-2017 Engaged Citizen Corps service year program.
CNN to host Democratic presidential candidates for Town Hall at Drake University
For the third time this campaign cycle, the Democratic presidential candidates will take the stage in Drake University’s Sheslow Auditorium to discuss issues of critical importance to voters.
Drake to host Iowa Brown and Black Presidential Forum for Democratic candidates
For the second time this election cycle, the Democratic presidential candidates will take the stage in Drake University’s Sheslow Auditorium to discuss issues of vital interest to voters.
Drake junior receives Outstanding Youth in Philanthropy Award
Dylan DeClerk received an "Outstanding Youth in Philanthropy" award from the The Central Iowa Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals.