A dozen Drake law students recently trekked around southern Iowa via tour bus with former Iowa Gov. Tom Vilsack, Drake visiting distinguished professor of law, and Neil Hamilton, the Dwight D. Opperman distinguished professor of law. The trip was part of a May interim course at Drake University Law School called Rural Lands Rural Livelihoods.
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A Drake tradition – or urban legend?
Did Drake students really "Hubbell," or is that a figment of our collective alumni imagination? Inquiring minds at Drake want to know.
Drake’s mission is to provide an exceptional learning environment that prepares students for meaningful personal lives, professional accomplishments, and responsible global citizenship. The Drake experience is distinguished by collaborative learning among students, faculty, and staff and by the integration of the liberal arts and sciences with professional preparation.
Coach Tom Davis to attend Windy City Golf Outing June 14
Join fellow Drake alumni, friends and former Drake men’s basketball Coach Tom Davis for the 13th Annual Drake Windy City Golf Outing on Thursday, June 14.
SCHOOL OF EDUCATION NEWS
More than 60 years after his service as a Tuskegee Airman, James Bowman, ED'47, GR'49, '75, finally received a long-overdue token of thanks recently.
Drake’s mission is to provide an exceptional learning environment that prepares students for meaningful personal lives, professional accomplishments, and responsible global citizenship. The Drake experience is distinguished by collaborative learning among students, faculty, and staff and by the integration of the liberal arts and sciences with professional preparation.
Young Chicago alumni to host get-together July 12
Save the date for the Drake University Chicago Area Young Alumni Celebration! Join the Drake University Classes of 2005, 2006 and new 2007 graduates on Thursday, July 12, at 6:30 p.m. for free food and drinks.
COLLEGE OF BUSINESS AND PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION NEWS
Construction will kick-off for the Lee Flory Accounting Resource Center in the lower level of Aliber Hall once students leave campus later this month.
Cowles Library launches digital oral history project
Just in time for the influx of alumni and visitors on campus for the Drake Relays, Cowles Library launched a new digital collection, called "What a Time We Had…Women Remember Drake," as part of the Drake Digital Heritage Collection.
Think blue…drink pink
Los Angeles-area alumni and the Office of Alumni and Parent Programs are offering a great night at the Hollywood Bowl on Sunday, Sept. 16. Reconnect with old friends and meet a few new Drake alumni at a pre-concert picnic, and then enjoy musical magic under the stars in one of the world’s largest natural amphitheaters.