Drake University’s College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (CPHS) held a Nursing Pinning Ceremony on August 8, 2025, in which 19 students received pins symbolizing the completion of their one-year program. “I’m excited to go out and start working and making a difference in patients’ lives, but I’ll also miss being here with each and...
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Drake Healthcare Students Enter Next Chapter at 2025 CPHS White and Blue Coat Ceremonies
Drake University’s College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (CPHS) has welcomed a cohort of more than 100 new professional students into its pharmacy, nursing and occupational therapy programs. The College held its annual Coating Ceremonies on August 22, 2025 in Sheslow Auditorium. Incoming graduate students received a white or blue coat, representing their entry into the...
Student, Faculty, Staff and Experiential Awards Announced at Health Professions Day 2025
Drake University College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (CPHS) held its annual Health Professions Day on February 20, 2025. The event is organized by a student-led committee and engages members of the College in a series of activities that foster professional development. In addition, several awards were presented to students, faculty, staff, and experiential educators....
Drake University Nursing and Athletics Team Up for Operation Santa Toy Drive
There was magic in the air at Drake University’s Knapp Center on December 12, 2024. And no, it wasn’t only due to the wins the Women’s and Men’s Basketball teams took over University of North Dakota and St. Ambrose University in the Holidays at the Knapp double-header. That evening saw the collection of over 500...