Did you know that the original songwriter for “I Want a Hippopotamus for Christmas” attended Drake? An Iowa native, John Rox graduated from Winterset High School before jumping into student life at Drake in the early 1920s.
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Honoring Our Veterans
In 1945, the cargo ship SS Victory Drake was christened in honor of Bulldogs serving in the armed forces. How will you observe Veterans Day this year?
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Houston alumni DU Good in the wake of Harvey
Scenes of the devastation caused by Hurricane Harvey were on the minds of Houston alumni as they gathered for their first-ever DU Good Day event, Sept. 16.
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Bulldog Buildings and Memories they Contain
A new Drake University art exhibit will explore the architects behind some of Drake’s great buildings. Perhaps more importantly, it will explore how the University has claimed these buildings as its own.
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Mysteries of Drake
Rumors have surrounded the campus burial of President Morehouse, the house that the Fine Arts Center was built around, and the tunnels underneath campus for generations of Bulldogs.
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Let’s DU Breakfast Recap
In September, more than 60 alumni and friends gathered at the Edina Country Club for Let’s DU Breakfast. Guests were invited to arrive early for networking with President Martin, Interim Director of Athletics–Megan Franklin, and Head Basketball Coaches Jennie Baranczyk and Niko Medved. Area alumni enjoyed breakfast and listened to Twin Cities influencer Mark Coyle, University of Minnesota’s Director of Athletics.
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Alumni Spotlight: Kelly Kretschmer Leads Through Music
Kelly Kretschmer, AS'12, GR'16; is the fine and performing arts curriculum coordinator for Des Moines Public Schools. She is striving to develop a program that removes barriers and creates equity. Learn more about how Drake has helped during her journey.
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Three Things to Know About Coach Medved and the Upcoming Season
Six months into the role as new men’s basketball head coach, Niko Medved is getting to know a new team and community, while looking ahead to build a program.
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American Autobiography
Professor’s book examines how 9/11 affected the way we imagine, view, and present ourselves to the world.
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A Key(board) to Drake’s Success
Drake was at the forefront of a technological revolution with its early incorporation of computers on campus. Take a look back at how evolving technology helped—and sometimes bugged—Drake students.