Start your morning in the best possible way. On Friday, April 12, first-graders from Findley Elementary School will be visiting campus. Join us at the main entrance of Meredith to form a welcome tunnel at 9:35 a.m. (Students should be arriving around 9:45 a.m.). It will only take 15 minutes of your time, yet it will leave a lasting impact on the students. If you can wear your favorite Drake gear, even better.

Drake University has adopted the Findley Elementary School first-grade class and it is a special occasion to have them visit Drake each spring. The students will have a chance to hear from student leaders, go on a “bulldog scavenger hunt,” participate in learning activities with a health sciences class, and do drills with the football team. Thanks to all of those who are involved in making this a special day. Let’s give them the best Bulldog welcome!

— Amanda Martin, Community Engaged Learning