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President Maxwell on The Exchange

President Maxwell discusses the costs and values of private education, his recent trip to Africa with the football team and other topics such as the development of a new personalized medicine lab on campus and the Patty and Fred Turner Jazz Center.

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Drake Student Named New Associate Superintendent

Thomas Ahart, who is in the process of completing his doctor of education in leadership from Drake, has been appointed the Des Moines school districts associate superintendent position. Ahart is currently the principal of Warren G. Harding Middle School in Des Moines.

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Drake Bulldogs, Schmudlach return from Africa trip

Jacob Schmudlach, a Drake student and member of the University's football team, describes his experiences in Africa during the team's recent two-week trip. "The whole thing was a very humbling experience," Schmudlach said. "I'm so glad I went, and I will go back if I ever get the chance."

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Tea party backers launch tour of state

Drake University political scientist Dennis Goldford said he believes it is possible for the tea party to have an impact at next year's Iowa caucuses because the caucuses typically don't draw large turnouts. "In a low turnout event, even a small group at the margins can make a significant difference," Goldford said.

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Learning from experience

Drake graduate students in the College of Business and Public Administration learn from accomplished adjunct faculty in courses such as "The Practical CEO," which links academic theory with the perspectives of local executives.

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Gardens with a mission

Drake professor Matt Russell, executive director of the Des Moines area Buy Fresh-Buy Local campaign, offers commentary on the pioneering effort by Seed Savers Exchange to preserve heirloom plants.