Vote Smart, one of the nation's leading sources of non-partisan political information, will formally celebrate the organization's move to Drake University next month.
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Nelson Institute global affairs conference set for April 5-8
Two U.S. ambassadors will headline the 4th annual Nelson Institute Conference on Global Affairs, scheduled from April 5-8 at Drake University.
Iowa Interfaith Exchange to be held April 6-8 at Drake
Drake University will host the Iowa Interfaith Exchange, a free series from April 6-8 of more than 50 presentations, panels, and performances on the current state and future promise of interfaith activity in the state of Iowa.
Perfect NCAA bracket? Not likely.
The odds of picking a perfect men's tournament bracket are astronomical, as one data analytics professor explains. (In the women's tournament, at least one choice is clear—Bulldogs all the way.)
NPR diversity editor to discuss journalism in the ‘fake news’ era
Luis Clemens, senior editor for diversity at National Public Radio, will deliver a public lecture March 21 on the challenges of practicing journalism in the era of "fake news" and attacks on the press.
The Comparison Project hosts lecture on death and dying in Navajo religious traditions
Michelene Pesantubbee will deliver a lecture on death and dying in Navajo religious traditions at 7 p.m. Thursday, March 23, at Sussman Theater as part of The Comparison Project's lecture series.
Keys to Excellence closes season with pianist Alexander Djordjevic
Alexander Djordjevic, instructor at the Music Institute of Chicago, will present the final concert of the season for Drake University’s Keys to Excellence Piano Series.
Scholar to discuss underrepresentation of women, minorities in STEM
Drake University will host a free public lecture focusing on the underrepresentation of women and minorities in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields.
National expert on Japanese politics to discuss US-Japan relations
A leading national expert on Japanese politics and foreign policy will discuss U.S.-Japan relations under the Trump Administration during a free lecture at Drake University on March 21.
Book brings the diversity of religions in Des Moines area to light
More than 60 Drake students collaborated with faculty, staff, and community members on a new book that explores Des Moines' religious diversity. "A Spectrum of Faith" launches April 6 via Drake Community Press.