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Category: Official News Releases
New York Times columnist to give Bucksbaum Lecture
Nicholas D. Kristof, will deliver this fall's Martin Bucksbaum Distinguished Lecture at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 25, at Drake University.
Drake University plans African American Alumni Reunion
Drake University invites alumni, friends and students to reconnect with each other and with the University at the African American Alumni Reunion on Sept. 28-30.
Drake joins 10-year study of sustainable forestry
Although the research sites are located south of Indianapolis, Ind., Drake students are participating in a 10-year study of sustainable forestry in Indiana hardwood ecosystems right here on campus, to help improve the way lumber is harvested.
Lecture and recital to feature new music
Assistant Professor of Voice Ann Cravero will present new music in lecture and recital at 7 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 15.
Phillipine Madrigal Singers to perform at Drake University
Drake University will host a free concert featuring the University of Philippines Madrigal Singers as guest artists at 8 p.m. Wednesday, September 19, on the Jordan Stage in Sheslow Auditorium in Old Main, 2507 University Ave.
Drake Law School invites students and citizens to celebrate Constitution Day
The Drake Law School will celebrate and educate students and citizens on Constitution Day from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m., Monday, Sept. 17, in room 206 of Cartwright Hall. The event, "How to be a Constitutional Lawyer," is free and open to the public and will feature a panel of distinguished law faculty who have been involved in constitutional litigation. Pizza and soda will be provided for attendees.
Writer to discuss the politics of Civil Rights photography
Martin Berger of the University of California, Santa Cruz, will present “Liberal Whites and the Politics of Black Civil Rights Photography” as part of the Drake University Writers and Critics Series on Tuesday, Sept. 18.
Prof. DeAlba to give Stalnaker Lecture Tuesday
Luz Maria DeAlba, professor of mathematics and computer science, will give the annual Luther W. Stalnaker Lecture at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 18, in Sheslow Auditorium.
Renowned Indian flutist to perform at Drake
Indian flutist Shashank, will present a lecture-demonstration recital with music by Ravi Shankarat Drake University.