The 42nd Annual Juried Student Art Exhibition at Drake University will open Sunday, March 10, in the Anderson Gallery, Harmon Fine Arts Center, 2505 Carpenter Ave. The display, which features an opening reception and awards ceremony from 1–3 p.m., showcases work by Drake art and design students across disciplines that include printmaking, drawing, painting, sculpture,...
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Comparison Project event to feature stories of cancer survivors
Two cancer survivors will share their stories of survivorship and caregiving during a special event hosted by Above + Beyond Cancer and The Comparison Project at Drake University. “Above + Beyond Cancer’s Journey to the High Himalaya: Creative Nonfiction Narratives of Recovery, Discovery, and Advocacy,” will be held at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 7,...
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CANCELLED – Harvard leadership expert to speak at Drake
Update: The March 5 lecture by Harvard professor Barbara Kellerman has been cancelled due to inclement weather. We apologize for any inconvenience. Harvard professor and noted leadership expert Barbara Kellerman will deliver a free public lecture at Drake University on the future of leadership. “The End of Leadership—As We Know It” will begin at 7...
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Acclaimed pianist Sergei Kvitko to perform at Drake
Drake University will host a recital featuring acclaimed pianist, composer, recording engineer, and producer Sergei Kvitko on March 4.
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“Sustainability in Urban Environments” to be discussed at Drake conference
Community leaders and Drake faculty will discuss important environmental issues in a one-day conference, “Sustainability in Urban Environments.” The conference, part of Drake University’s Engaged Citizen Experience, is free and open to the public and will be held at 2 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 15 in the Olmsted Center’s Parents Hall. The afternoon’s events will...
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Drake Pharmacy and Health Sciences Day focuses on disability awareness
Students in the Drake University College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences will host one-day event that focuses on providing services for individuals with disabilities. This year’s Pharmacy and Health Sciences Day begins at 8 a.m. Tuesday, March 5, and features keynote speaker Dr. Thomas E. Pomeranz, president and CEO of University LifeStiles, a nationally acclaimed...
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Drake Choir offers musical messages for Valentine’s Day
Surprise your sweetheart this Valentine’s Day with a special serenade and roses from the Drake University Choir. Each year, members of the Drake Choir personally deliver singing valentines throughout the Des Moines metro area to raise money for their international tours. Choir members travel in pairs to serenade and deliver roses to recipients at the...
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Justin Vickers lecture, performance postponed until March 1
Update: Lyric tenor Justin Vickers’ lecture-recital has been postponed to 7:30 p.m. Friday, March 1, due to illness. We apologize for any inconvenience and hope to see you at the event, which will remain in Sheslow Auditorium. On Feb. 1, Drake University will host a guest lecture-recital featuring acclaimed lyric tenor Justin Vickers. The event—Britten,...
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Robert D. Ray Collection added to Drake archives
Cowles Library recently acquired the personal papers of former Iowa Governor Robert D. Ray, BN’52, LW’54. The 19-box set, named the Robert D. Ray Collection, contains a wide variety of Ray’s personal papers and correspondence. Ray served as the 38th governor of Iowa for 14 years, during which he issued executive orders promoting civil rights,...
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“Jennifer Angus: Magpie Tendencies” now on display at the Anderson Gallery
Exhibition by Wisconsin-based artist Jennifer Angus blends contemporary art and entomology, with a touch of humor, runs at the Anderson Gallery through February 22. Just over ten years ago, Jennifer Angus was researching traditional textile design in Thailand when she encountered the use of iridescent green beetle wings on a tribal garment. Similar to a...