On July 1, Jerry Anderson, the Richard M. and Anita Calkins Distinguished Professor of Law, will take over as dean of Drake Law School. He sat down for a Q&A to discuss his goals as dean, the current challenges facing legal education, and what sets Drake Law apart.
Category: Law School Spotlights
Drake student gains practical experience with Iowa Supreme Court, Secretary of State
Sable Joseph is trying to fit as many experiences as she can into her three years at Drake Law – from an externship with the Iowa Supreme Court to clerking for the Iowa Secretary of State's Office.
Drake 3L advocates for first-ever Girls Court in Iowa
Laura McGuire, a third-year Drake Law School student, contributed to the establishment of the first-ever Girls Court in Iowa. The Girls Court, called Too Good to Lose (TGTL), opened in Polk County in early March.
Professor Jerry Foxhoven leads efforts for juveniles in Iowa
In addition to his duties as executive director of the Neal and Bea Smith Legal Clinic and professor at Drake Law School, Jerry Foxhoven has spent a lot of time involved in various efforts supporting juveniles in Iowa.
Q&A with SBA President Allie Quinn
Meet Allie Quinn, the newly elected president of the Drake Law School Student Bar Association.
From Germany to Alaska: Alumnus uses Drake Law degree across the globe
Nathan MacPherson, LW’06, is proof that a degree from Drake University Law School can take you anywhere. He heads the Anchorage, Alaska, office of The MacPherson Group, P.C., he is licensed in California and a solicitor of the senior courts of England and Wales, and he represents clients all over the world.
Professor Keith Miller provides expertise in gaming law
Drake Law School professor Keith Miller teaches gaming law, a three-credit course that covers what constitutes gambling, the social harms of gambling, licensing and regulation, contracts, tribal gaming, state lotteries, sports betting, poker, and more.
A Closer Look: Ellen Yee, Director of International Programs
Ellen Yee has two long-held passions: the law and international relations. Learn more about the professor of law and director of international programs at Drake Law School.
Drake Law students get involved in political action
One of the perks of being a Drake Law student is the opportunity to be involved in politics. Drake Law students are able to work on campaigns, get a front row seat to debates, meet candidates, and more.
Drake Law alumna returns to her roots as first woman on Hy-Vee’s legal team
Shannon Woods’ first job was at Hy-Vee. She grew up in Chariton, Iowa, which was home to one of Hy-Vee’s first corporate offices in the 1940s. And she worked for Hy-Vee all through college. So it made sense for Woods to return to Hy-Vee, Inc. as assistant general counsel and assistant secretary last year.