The commencement ceremonies recognized more than 1,400 graduates, including four who shared their stories.
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Drake commencement hits a high note this year
Drake President David Maxwell performed a blues ballad with saxophonist Dick Oatts, who received an honorary degree.
Drake Relays celebrates classic elements, track and field records
Drake celebrated a new Beautiful Bulldog; more than 1,600 runners of all ages and abilities turning out for the inaugural Grand Blue Mile; and an astounding 18 track and field records set.
Drake announces plans for $1.5 million Fred and Patty Turner Jazz Center
The rehearsal, recording and performance space is truly worthy of the talents of Drake's musicians.
Pharmacy students recognized at national conference
A group of students recently attended the American Pharmacists Association annual meeting in Washington, D.C.
SOE provides flash drives for education student’s classroom
Students are using the flash drives for projects and to work on homework assignments outside of class.
ALUMNI EVENTS
THURSDAY, MAY 6 — Actuarial Science Alumni Evening Actuarial science alumni and Drake faculty, staff and students will gather for an evening celebrating Larry Zimpleman, chairman and CEO of Principal Financial Group, who will receive the inaugural Stuart Klugman Alumni Award. Klugman, who served as Professor of Actuarial Science from 1988 to 2009, will also...
Drake Magazine wins two regional awards, advances to nationals
Drake's entries were among 3,600 in 39 categories from 12 regions for the 2009 calendar year.
Downtown Street Painting draws 41 entries from local businesses, organizations
The longtime student tradition of Street Painting was shared with businesses and community members in Downtown Des Moines.
Student-athletes win awards at volleyball dinner
The team recently celebrated their 2009-10 season and four student-athletes received awards.