As a national finalist in the financial literacy and sustainability competitions, the Drake team will compete in the SIFE USA National Exposition in Philadelphia.
Category: Official News Releases
Pi Kappa Phi fraternity to rejoin Drake Community next fall
The fraternity will return to campus to reestablish the Beta Delta chapter, originally chartered in 1949.
‘Evening of Inspiration’ to feature Marc Lamont Hill
Drake's Coalition of Black Students will host a free, motivational lecture to inspire the Drake and local communities.
Drake workshop to focus on entrepreneurship in tough job market
The event, which is free and open to media professionals, is titled "You -- Only Better: Selling Yourself in a Tough Job Market."
Drake to host lecture on microfinance and women’s empowerment
Sharon Benzoni, executive director of two international affairs organizations, will discuss microfinance and its role in gender rights, sharing some of her field experiences in India.
Drake offers seminar on exploring opportunities for entrepreneurs
The half-day seminar will address the challenges and opportunities involved in starting a business during the recession.
Drake food campaign aims to help Iowans in tough economic times
With the recession in mind, Drake is again promoting the Greater Des Moines Buy Fresh Buy Local campaign.
International film series to feature ‘Battle of Algiers’
The Drake series will conclude with a film commissioned by the Algerian government to show both sides of Algerian strife for independence.
Drake to host forum on labor issues in Iowa
Iowa experts will discuss four labor bills under consideration this legislative session -- choice of doctor, prevailing wage, fair share and collective bargaining.
Lunch series to feature Drake President David Maxwell
David Maxwell will present a talk titled, "Great City, Great University," as part of Drake's "Let's DU Lunch" series.