Drake University will host a live, nationally televised debate among Democratic presidential candidates on Nov. 14, 2015.
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New website provides Iowa caucus information and analysis for journalists, voters
A new website provides comprehensive information and analysis of presidential campaigns in Iowa leading into the state’s first-in-the-nation caucuses.
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A Year of Goodbyes And Thanks
There is not one way to say goodbye to a university president and first lady who have served for 16 years – but a concert, a road tour, and honorary initiation into the class of 2015 is a start.
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Learning to Teach in Kuwait
Kendra Glider, ED’10, taught for four years in Kuwait. Her rich experiences with the warm, caring people of the Middle East have driven her back, as she begins teaching in Oman this fall.
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Big Ideas for Small Downtowns
Drake students and faculty take an interdisciplinary approach to revitalization in the small towns of Perry and Manning, Iowa.
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Madeleine Maxwell Recipes
President David Maxwell and Madeleine Maxwell brought breakfast to all departments on campus in 2015 for a personal farewell. Below are recipes for dishes hand-made by Madeleine Maxwell. Cheese Straws Ingredients 1 ⅔ cups unbleached all-purpose flour 1 1/4 teaspoons dry mustard 1 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1/2 pound extra-sharp cheddar cheese, coarsely grated (2 . cups) 1...
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Drake University a top producer of Fulbright Scholars
Drake University was recognized in 2015 as a top producer of Fulbright Scholars and Students. Three recent alumnae join the lengthy list of Drake graduates who have received the prestigious honor.
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Mike Cigelman retires after 29 years
Associate Athletic Director, Facilities/Director of Recreational Services Mike Cigelman is retiring from Drake University after 29 years of service. His contributions to Drake read like a highlight reel.
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Drake celebrates April 2015 New Hires, May Anniversaries
New Hires April 2015 Candice Shimmin, Instructional Coach, Head Start Joshua Haines, Environmental Specialist, EHS May 2015 Anniversaries Mary Anderson, Extension Education Jill Brimeyer, University Communications Shaunarae Bury, Legal Clinic William Cashmore, Athletics Larry Cox, DTS Thomas Delahunt, Office of Admissions Kerwin Dobbins, Teaching and Learning Daniel Doerflein, Athletics Anthony Foss, Maintenance/Custodial Courtney Graham, Athletics...
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A Personal Journey Through the Drake Neighborhood
A member of the Drake Neighborhood Association will share the evolution of the Drake Neighborhood through personal stories and historical materials.