The Drake Choir and Chamber Choir will host a concert at 4 p.m. Wednesday, May 18, to kick off their tour to Latvia, Estonia, and Finland, which begins Thursday, May 19.
Category: Official News Releases
Two students offered Fulbright Scholarships for 2016-2017
Two Drake University students have been offered Fulbright Scholarships for 2016-2017. Seniors Emily Enquist and Taylor Donaldson will join a long list of Drake graduates who have received Fulbright Scholarships in recent years.
Drake’s top senior is passionate advocate for equity, devoted mother of two
When Brytani Cavil addresses Drake University’s graduating class of 2016 as the top graduating senior, she aims to inspire more than her fellow students. She hopes to set an example for her two-year-old twins.
Drake joins forces with Creighton, Yahoo! for 3rd annual Murphy Cup marketing student case competition
Students from Drake University and Creighton University participated in the 3rd annual Murphy Cup marketing case competition from March 31 to April 2.
Drake University celebrates the inauguration of 13th President Marty Martin
Drake University formally installed its 13th president, Earl F. “Marty” Martin, during an inauguration ceremony on Thursday, April 28.
Broadcasting student takes internships to the next level through LEAD Concentration
In just three years, Brenna Paukert has completed three internships—two of them with the same TV station in Des Moines. Her second internship at KCCI expanded on the first by focusing on administrative-level work.
Drake Theatre to host ‘The Wild Party’
Drake University Theatre Department roars into the 1920s with Andrew Lippa's risqué prohibition era musical, The Wild Party, from April 28 to May 1.
Marsha Ternus to retire as director of The Harkin Institute for Public Policy and Citizen Engagement
Marsha Ternus will retire as director of The Harkin Institute for Public Policy and Citizen Engagement at Drake University effective June 1.
Joyful rescue dog Vincent wins 37th Annual Beautiful Bulldog Contest
Vincent, a rescue dog found wandering the streets of West Des Moines less than a year ago, today was named the winner of the 37th Annual Beautiful Bulldog Contest at Drake University.
Drake celebrates 7th Annual Downtown Street Painting on Court Ave.
Downtown Street Painting is scheduled from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 27, between 3rd and 4th streets on Court Ave.