Karl Brooks, associate professor of history and environmental studies at the University of Kansas, will present two lectures as part of Drake's Earth Week celebration.
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Faculty recital to feature Transatlantic music
Leslie Marrs, flute, will give a recital featuring music from Italy, Germany, France and the United States.
National security expert to discuss international terrorism
Counterterrorism analyst for NBC News Roger Cressey will present lecture as part of Drake's series on the United States and the world.
Global agricultural expert to speak at Drake
Longtime agricultural expert Florence Chenoweth will present "Food as a Human Right -- A Huge but Achievable Challenge."
President Maxwell’s address at the Fall Faculty and Staff Convocation
President David Maxwell Welcome, and thank you for being here this afternoon. As I stated in the memo that I sent out last week, we are going to move to a new format this year that involves members of the President’s Cabinet. In my remarks today, I’d like to make just a few points: That...
Actor Alan Cox to visit Drake Thursday
Alan Cox, who plays David Frost in "Frost/Nixon" at the Civic Center of Greater Des Moines, will participate in an "In the Actors Studio"-style discussion.
Awards presented at Drake’s Fall Convocation
Three members of the Drake University staff were awarded Madelyn M. Levitt Awards on Thursday.
Former ambassador to present Bucksbaum Lecture
Thomas R. Pickering, former ambassador and undersecretary of state for political affairs, will discuss "America's Role in the World: Foreign Policy Choices for the Next President."
Free bus rides grow more popular with Drake community
To help cope with high gas prices, Drake is taking advantage of the new program that provides free rides on DART buses.
Drake Fall Convocation set for Thursday
The Fall Faculty and Staff Convocation will feature Drake President David Maxwell and members of his Cabinet, as well as the presentation of Madelyn M. Levitt Awards for Community Service and Employee Excellence.