Category: Official News Releases

Nearly 200 alumni, staff and friends of Drake gathered last weekend to celebrate the success of this year's alumni award winners.

Former newspaper editor-reporter Bob Spiegel, who wrote five books on Drake athletics, died at his home Monday.

Proceeds from the book fair held at two West Des Moines Barnes and Noble locations from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. will help support Drake's program.

Eleanor Renee Rodriguez will give an inspirational lecture at 7 p.m. on valuing diversity and overcoming poverty in urban education.

Hunter R. Clark is co-author of an award-winning biography of Justice Marshall.

The RaySociety class will focus on Iowa's involvement in the resettlement of Vietnam War refugees.

All RaySociety members and prospective members are invited to attend the meeting and the reception that follows.

Laurie Kratky Doré, the Ellis and Nelle Levitt distinguished professor of law, has been awarded the University's highest honor for teaching.

Jennifer Harvey, assistant professor of religion and ethics, recently received Drake's most prestigious award for mentors.

The University held four graduation ceremonies last weekend for Drake graduates.