Drake University formally installed its 13th president, Earl F. “Marty” Martin, during an inauguration ceremony on Thursday, April 28.
Category: Official News Releases
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.
DUCSOM student Matt Bourland wins Terrace Hill Piano Competition
Drake University Community School of Music student Matt Bourland recently took first place at the prestigious Terrace Hill Piano Competition.
The Ray Center seeks Iowa Character Award nominations
The Robert D. and Billie Ray Center is seeking nominations for the Iowa Character Awards.
37th Beautiful Bulldog Contest set for April 24
The world-famous, 37th annual contest will serve as the official kickoff to Drake Relays Week on Sunday, April 24.
Drake University to celebrate presidential inauguration April 28
Drake University will formally install Earl F. “Marty” Martin as its 13th president during a formal inauguration ceremony at 1:30 p.m. Thursday, April 28, in The Knapp Center.


