J. Barry Griswell is president of the Community Foundation of Greater Des Moines and former president and CEO of The Principal Financial Group.
Category: Official News Releases
Humanitarian to discuss the divide between the world’s rich and poor
David Radcliff will share stories, photos and analysis from 20 years of dealing with issues of poverty and justice in Africa, Asia and Latin America.
Drake series to present documentary screening, panel discussion
Following a screening of Drake professor Jody Swilky's film, "A Little Salsa on the Prairie," local residents of Perry, Iowa, will participate in a panel discussion about the impact of Latino immigration on the community.
Drake students to benefit from entrepreneurial leadership internships
The university received a $20,000 grant to help fund internships that will promote entrepreneurial leadership in community pharmacy practice and improve the quality of patient care.
Drake celebrates 40th anniversary of its Final Four basketball team
The festivities preceding today's game against Austin Peay will begin at 6:45 p.m. with the unveiling of the new Final Four and coach Maury John banners.
Drake activists to hold benefit concert to aid Iraqi refugees
Political folk singer Charlie King will perform to raise funds to help pay crucial medical expenses for Iraqi refugees.
Former Drake President Paul Sharp dies in Oklahoma
Paul F. Sharp, 91, was a nationally renowned historian and widely admired administrator who served as Drake University's eighth president from 1966-1971.
Drake law students win national writing awards
Ashley Dose and Lauren Yates recently received honors in national health law writing competitions for their seminar papers.
Drake dinner to honor three outstanding educators
L to R: Nancy Sebring, Judith Cunningham and Scott Raecker will be recognized at Drake School of Education's annual event.
Drake series to explore Nazi propaganda from Holocaust
Ann Millin, historian at the U.S. Holocaust Museum, will present "State of Deception: The Power of Nazi Propaganda."