The Office of Alumni Relations reaffirms Drake’s commitment to diversity by recognizing and nurturing different identities. Starting this week, Alumni Relations will host two receptions to welcome our LGBTQ+ and BIPOC students to campus for another great year. These welcome receptions serve to create community among diverse students, alumni, faculty, and staff. For students, this is an opportunity to meet individuals like you who have been where you are. And of course, there will also be refreshments (and Griff III…shhh)! 

On Thursday, Sept. 17, from 5–7:30 p.m., we welcome all BIPOC students, alumni, faculty/staff of color and allies for the Multicultural Welcome Reception.

Then, on Thursday, Sept. 24, from 5–7:30 p.m., we welcome all LGBTQ+ students, alumni, faculty/staff, and allies to the Alumni House for the Rainbow Welcome Reception.

— Greg Lin, Alumni Relations