Iowa farmers can benefit from a USDA program offering grants to support the development of local food structures.
Category: Official News Releases
Drake to host conference on sustainable land ownership
The event is focused on providing absentee and non-operating landowners information to better understand what they must do to enhance and protect their land. Governor Terry Brandstad will deliver an opening address and experts in land tenancy, ownership and conservation will answer questions.
Inaugural ‘Devour Des Moines’ triathlon to benefit Drake’s Buy Fresh Buy Local
Thirty teams will vie against one another in relay contests, devouring food and beverages between running, biking and swimming events.
Buy Fresh Buy Local releases 2011 directory at Downtown Farmers’ Market
The Buy Fresh Buy Local directory is a compilation of Iowa farms, grocers, cooperatives and farmers' markets.
Drake rewarded for recycling success
The Iowa Recycling Association recognized Drake for the University's commitment to sustainability.
Boathouse All-Stars provide inspiration to aspiring jazz musicians
The jazz band that backs up Grammy award winning singer Michael Bublé will conduct a masterclass and perform a concert at Drake University.
Drake CPHS faculty honored at 2011 Pharmacy and Health Sciences Day
Drake faculty, alumni and students were presented with awards at the annual Pharmacy and Health Sciences Day held on Friday, March 4.
NCAA Track & Field National Championships resume with free morning admission
The NCAA has announced that the Division I Outdoor National Track & Field Championship meet at Drake Stadium will resume today at 10:30 a.m. after competition was suspended Thursday night due to severe weather conditions. There will be no charge for events this morning.
Drake’s summer observatory series kicks off with a closer look at our solar system
The lecture will focus on a look at our solar system, its formation and its members.
Drake celebrates tenure and promotion of 17 faculty members
The University's Board of Trustees awarded tenure and approved the promotion of several faculty members.