The Drake series will conclude with a film commissioned by the Algerian government to show both sides of Algerian strife for independence.
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Northern Illinois University prof to discuss chemistry techniques
Victor Ryzhov will present a free talk as part of the Drake's Science Colloquium Series.
Drake basketball team to play at Idaho in inaugural CollegeInsider.com postseason tournament
The Drake men's basketball team will play at the University of Idaho at 9 p.m. Wednesday, March 18, in the opening round of the inaugural tournament.
Lecture to address ending poverty without getting rid of poor people
Jonathan Wilson-Hartgrove, an author engaged in peacemaking, reconciliation efforts and issues of social justice, will share his views on poverty.
Drake symposium to explore global perspectives on religion and the state
Scholars will share their global expertise on the constitutional relationships between various religions and governments during the annual Constitutional Law Symposium.
Drake Relays to be televised on ESPN2
This will be the first time the Relays have been on national TV since 1961, when America's Athletic Classic and the Penn Relays were both featured on ABC's "Wide World of Sports."
Drake pharmacy students work to reform health care through legislation
Stephanie Swain and Andrew Roberts are learning the ropes through an independent study internship with Iowa Sen. Jack Hatch, a Drake alumnus.
Five Olympic medalists added to Drake Relays Athletes of the Century list
Headlining the group are four-time Olympic gold medalist Jesse Owens and sprinter Merlene Ottey, winner of nine Olympic medals.
Drake launches 5,000 Acts of Green challenge
Participants will pledge acts of green at noon in Olmsted Center, where Des Moines Mayor Frank Cownie will speak and sign Drake's 15-foot-long banner.
Drake Law School, Des Moines University partner to promote health law careers
New program offers joint Master of Health Care Administration or Master of Public Health and Juris Doctor/law degrees.