John R. "Jack" Ellis, a 1957 graduate of Drake University, and his wife, Audrey, have announced a $1.5 million gift to the University to fund an endowed faculty chair in the College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences.
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Conference explores innovation, leadership and Iowa’s future
Iowa leaders in economics, government and health care will share their views on innovation, leadership and Iowa's future during an all-day conference on Friday, Nov. 17, at Drake University's Olmsted Center.
Calendar
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 4 Drake football vs. Davidson, 1 p.m., Drake Knapp Center. Men’s basketball vs. Truman State, 7:05 p.m., Drake Knapp Center. SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 5 Women’s basketball vs. Nebraska-Kearney, 2:05 p.m., Drake Knapp Center. Faculty Recital: Andrew Classen, trumpet, 8 p.m., Jordan Stage, Sheslow Auditorium. WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 8 Drake Writers and Critics Series: Judith Roof...
Alumni get their just desserts
Central Iowa alumni enjoy "Dessert with Drake:" As part of Drake's ongoing 125th birthday celebration, the Office of Alumni and Parent Programs will treat alumni to dessert and other goodies at The Principal Financial Group on Tuesday, Nov. 7
New science classrooms to be cradles of discovery
Drake science students will learn science as scientists practice their disciplines - through the process of experimentation and discovery, thanks to a new set of classrooms in Olin Hall dedicated this fall.
Save a life and show your Bulldog pride!
Drake alumni across Iowa are being asked to join with the Blood Center of Iowa and alumni of Iowa State University, the University of Iowa, and the University of Northern Iowa in a statewide Alumni Blood Drive Challenge.
From the Editor
The first brisk blows of winter chill may be nipping at our paws here in beautiful Des Moines, Iowa, but things are still red hot at your favorite alma mater, Drake University! From big expectations for our women’s basketball team to globe-spanning plans from a biz school professor, the Bulldogs are burning up the town....
Avoid blogger’s remorse with Drake Law profs’ tips
Angry with your co-worker? Boss giving you a hard time? Resist the urge to vent your frustrations via e-mail or on your Web blog, or you might find yourself out of a job.
Bulldogs shine bright: Drake top Fulbright producer
Three students from Drake University won Fulbright awards in 2006-07 - putting Drake in third place among "top producing" master's institutions in the nation.
Iowa governor gives top grade to Prof. Stensrud
Robert Stensrud, professor of education, recently received the Governor's Award - the state's highest honor given to an Iowan who is dedicated to enhancing the empowerment and employment of persons with disabilities.