All In: Drake’s 24-Hour Giving Challenge scheduled for March 4–5 from noon-to-noon has been postponed due to the passing of Drake University student, Sgt. Declan Coady, who was confirmed to be among the six U.S. service members killed in Kuwait on Sunday. Please join us as we come together as a community to honor the...
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Statement From Drake University Honoring Sgt. Declan Coady
We are heartbroken to learn that Declan Coady—a well-loved and highly dedicated Drake University student studying information systems, cybersecurity, and computer science—was confirmed to be among the six U.S. service members killed in Kuwait on Sunday. He has bravely served in the U.S. Army Reserves since 2023 as an Information Technologies Specialist and had an incredibly...
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John Green to deliver Drake University’s 47th Annual Bucksbaum Distinguished Lectureship on April 2
Free screening of The Fault in Our Stars to take place at Varsity Cinema on April 1 Drake University is honored to welcome #1 New York Times bestselling author John Green for the Martin Bucksbaum Distinguished Lectureship. The event, “An Evening with John Green,” will take place on Thursday, April 2, 2026 at 7 p.m....
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Voices of Drake: Tiya (Ty) Walls
This Q&A is part of the story series Voices of Drake that highlights the diversity, ambition, and passion of the incredible people who make up our campus community. In recognition and celebration of Black History Month, we will be sharing a collection of interviews to spotlight Black voices in our community. This week’s story highlights Student Body...
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Voices of Drake: Kenton Ausmer
This Q&A is part of the story series Voices of Drake that highlights the diversity, ambition, and passion of the incredible people who make up our campus community. In recognition and celebration of Black History Month, we will be sharing a collection of interviews to spotlight Black voices in our community. This week’s story highlights Kenton Ausmer,...
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Voices of Drake: Tayelon Scott
This Q&A is part of the story series Voices of Drake that highlights the diversity, ambition, and passion of the incredible people who make up our campus community. In recognition and celebration of Black History Month, we will be sharing a collection of interviews to spotlight Black voices in our community. This week’s story highlights Tayelon Scott...
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Jordan Concert Series Continues With Matt Haimovitz, cello, Christopher O’Reilly, piano
Drake University is proud to present The Bach Dialogues with Matt Haimovitz and Chistopher O’Riley as part of its Jordan Concert Series on Thursday, March 5, at 7:30 p.m. in Sheslow Auditorium on Drake University’s campus. The concert is free and open to the public. Tickets are not required. Former NPR host Christopher O’Riley and multi-GRAMMY-nominated cellist...
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In remembrance of Billie Lee Ray, Drake University Alumna and Former First Lady of Iowa
The following message was sent to campus by Drake University President Marty Martin on Feb. 18, 2026. For the full obituary and service details, visit: Ilesfuneralhomes.com. It is with deep sadness that I share the passing of Billie Lee Ray, a dear friend, benefactor, alumna of Drake University, and former First Lady of Iowa. Mrs....
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Drake University Theatre Arts Presents 2026 Student Theatre Productions
Drake University Theatre Arts is proud to kick off the spring semester with a double feature of student-directed works, one of which will be the stage premiere of an original full-length musical written by Drake University students. About the Productions Thompson’s LuckWritten by Harry Greenwood Grover and directed by Drake University student Jacob Burns, this emotionally charged...
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Voices of Drake: Ja’Mona Smith
This Q&A is part of the story series Voices of Drake that highlights the diversity, ambition, and passion of the incredible people who make up our campus community. In recognition and celebration of Black History Month, we will be sharing a collection of interviews to spotlight Black voices in our community. This week’s story highlights Business Law...