Drake’s Hispanic and Latino Law Student Association (HLLSA) presented “Celebrating our Community’s Culture,” an art show featuring works created by students from Des Moines Public School’s Central Campus. HLLSA collaborated with students enrolled in Central Campus’ “Arts and Activism” class to bring the art show to Drake as part of the Law School’s Diversity Week...
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Drake Law School named a “Best Law School for Practical Training” by preLaw magazine
Drake Law School once again earned a place on preLaw magazine’s list of “Best Law Schools for Practical Training.” Law schools were graded based on key offerings such as clinics, externships, simulation courses, and moot court participation. The annual rankings were featured in the Spring 2022 issue of the magazine. “At Drake Law, we like to say that ‘practice...
Drake University’s business education quality affirmed by leading global accreditation body
After a rigorous review, Drake University’s College of Business and Public Administration (CBPA) has received an extension of its accreditation from the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International). The prestigious accreditation recognizes Drake’s continued commitment to high academic quality, measurable student success, relevant business programs, and positive impact on society. The CBPA...
SJMC Monday Memo | April 11, 2022
BSC names 2022-23 student media leaders The Board of Student Communications, which runs campus media, has announced next year’s student media leaders: Drake Broadcasting System: President Elizabeth Hatch Drake Political Review: Co-editors-in-chief Hayden Wittrock and Grace LongDrake Magazine: Editor-in-chief Annie Peterson DUiN: Editor-in-chief Carl Yaeger Periphery: Editor-in-chief Anna Richardson Times-Delphic: Editor-in-chief Grace Altenhofen SJMC prepares for renovation, relocation SJMC faculty, staff and student organizations are...
SJMC Monday Memo | April 4, 2022
Meredith Hall renovation: What’s to come Stay tuned to the SJMC’s social media in coming weeks for more information about the Meredith Hall renovation project that is to begin this summer and run through spring 2023. We’ll be providing a sneak peek into SJMC’s new “home” for the next academic year; ways that students can...
SJMC Monday Memo | March 28, 2022
PR, ad agency tours scheduled for April 8 Students can explore careers in public relations and advertising during tours and networking events on Friday, April 8. The Drake chapter of the Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA) will celebrate PR Day on April 8. Agency tours will be held 8:30 a.m.-noon at Trilix, Strategic America and Two Rivers....
SJMC Monday Memo | March 21, 2022
Registration open for SJMC centennial celebration party Alumni are encouraged to gather their friends for our delayed SJMC centennial celebration on Saturday, April 30, 5-8 p.m. in Meredith Hall: https://alumni.drake.edu/sjmc-relays-reunion. Advance registration is encouraged; see who is going to attend! Tickets cost $20 and include alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, heavy hors d’oeuvres, music and fun....
Drake Law donors generate $11.8 million in initial phase of comprehensive campaign
Drake University Law School announces that The Ones: Drake’s Campaign for the Brave & Bold has raised $11.8 million against the $20 million Law School goal. Gifts will enhance the Law School’s efforts to produce the next generation of outstanding Drake lawyers. The Law School is celebrating several leadership gifts that will create new student...
SJMC Monday Memo | Feb. 28, 2022
“The idea that some lives matter less is the root of all that is wrong with the world.” “With rare exceptions, all of your most important achievements on this planet will come from working with others — or, in a word, partnership.” — Dr. Paul Farmer, physician, humanitarian and champion of global health equity (1959-2022)...
SJMC Monday Memo | Feb. 14, 2022
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