One of the world's most influential young poets and essayists will deliver a free public reading at Drake University.
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Free conference tackles agriculture and food policy issues
The Drake University 2018 Engaged Citizen Conference, “Nourishing (Feeding) the World,” is scheduled for Thursday, Feb. 22, and Friday, Feb. 23 in Drake’s Olmsted Center. Admission is free.
Palestinian and American students study civic engagement at Drake University
A group of college students from Palestinian and U.S. universities will spend two weeks in Des Moines for a federally-funded program designed to enhance civic engagement and cross-cultural understanding.
Drake, Mercy College of Health Sciences form accelerated degree partnership for Nursing
A new partnership between Drake University and Mercy College of Health Sciences will allow students to earn bachelor’s degrees from both institutions in four years.
Drake University among nation’s top 50 values in private higher education
Kiplinger’s Personal Finance placed Drake at No. 42 on its list of the 100 best values in private universities for 2018.
Drake seniors honored for achievements in public relations
Drake seniors Maddy Gildersleeve and Sarah Mondello received honors during the PR News PR People Awards Luncheon at the National Press Club in Washington, D.C., this month.
Drake Law School announces partnership with 100 Black Men of America, Inc.
Drake Law School has entered into a partnership with 100 Black Men of America, Inc. to provide students in its Collegiate 100 program guaranteed admission and scholarship assistance the Law School’s JD program.
Students present at national conference for religious scholars
Three Drake seniors had the opportunity to present at a national conference for the world’s largest association of scholars in the field of religious studies.
Innovative master’s program enhances teacher retention and performance at Des Moines Public Schools
A customized master's program at Drake University has benefitted teachers and students within Iowa's largest public school district.
Drake recognized for outstanding student voting rate in the 2016 election
After a campaign season brimming with politicians and pundits, Drake students cast their votes at an exceptionally high rate in the 2016 presidential election.