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For Faculty Archive, For Staff Archive

Drake Basketball Faculty/Staff Days

Drake faculty and staff are eligible to receive up to four complimentary tickets to the basketball games listed below. Tickets may be picked up at the Drake Athletics Ticket Office Monday through Friday between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. or at the ticket window on game day. A Drake ID must be shown at the time of pick up.

Women’s Basketball
Drake vs. Milwaukee
Nov. 10 at 7 p.m.
The Knapp Center

Men’s Basketball
Drake vs. Coe
Nov. 11 at 2 p.m.
The Knapp Center

More information is available at DrakeTix.com/promotions. For questions, call 515-271-3647 or email tickets@drake.edu.

—Tom Florian, Drake Athletics

For Faculty Archive, For Staff Archive

Procurement card reminders

Pick up your new card at one of the day/times listed below.

DATE TIME LOCATION
Wednesday, Oct. 25 11 a.m.–1 p.m. Olmsted Breezeway
Thursday, Oct. 26 11 a.m.–1 p.m. Olmsted Breezeway

At the time of pickup, you will be required to show ID (Driver’s License or Drake Card), turn in your old Wells Fargo purchasing card, and sign a new purchasing card user agreement.

The cardholder must be present to pick up their card. Accounting staff will be available during the times listed above to answer questions regarding the new card program.

Pending Expenses: ACTION REQUIRED

If you have made travel arrangements, such as reserving a hotel room, and your Wells Fargo Pcard has not yet been charged for the stay, you will need to contact the vendor and provide your updated PNC Visa Pcard information.

If you have made travel arrangements, in which the Wells Fargo Pcard has already been charged for the expense, that is okay. You will still have access to the Wells Fargo CEO Portal in order to complete the cycle-end processing.

The Wells Fargo pcard will be deactivated following the last distribution date above. While you will still have access to the Wells Fargo CEO Portal to complete cycle-end processing, any charges that are attempted on the pcard after such time will be declined.

—Meghan Settje, Financial Reporting Manager

 

For Faculty Archive, For Staff Archive

In Memoriam: Stephen Hoag

Stephen Hoag, former Drake dean and interim provost, passed away on Oct. 16. Stephen was dean of the College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences from 1993 to 2003 and interim provost from 2001 to 2002. He was an accomplished intellectual leader and a committed citizen of the University. During his time at Drake, his accomplishments were many, including the implementation and accreditation of the entry-level PharmD program and a gift that led to the naming of Cline Hall. A “Celebration of His Life” will be held on Saturday, Oct. 28 at The Kitchi Gammi Club in Duluth, Minn., at 12 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorials be made to the colleges of pharmacy of which he served, including Drake, or the Alzheimer’s Association. Please see his obituary and information for remembrances online. Stephen will be deeply missed by many family, friends, and colleagues.

Campus Announcements Archive

Pick-up of regulated EPA materials

Beginning this month, Drake Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) will begin organizing a one-time pick-up of unwanted materials which may be regulated when disposed of by the EPA across campus. During this event, the University will be taking advantage of an exemption from the EPA that will allow us to exceed our normal monthly waste totals without being subjected to increased regulations. This event has a strict timeline so it is important that departments that wish to take advantage of this opportunity begin to identify and segregate potential waste as soon as possible. All waste will need to be collected, prepared for off-site shipment, and shipped no later than Dec. 22. A collection with a hazardous waste vendor has already been scheduled but there is still a lot of work to be done. It is important to note that normal waste collections will continue during this period so those departments that generate regulated (hazardous) waste can continue to collect that waste and request pick-ups as normal. Other waste, such as e-waste, batteries, broken glass, sharps, etc., will also continue to be picked-up as normal. The following guidelines should be followed for those wishing to take part in this event:

Begin identifying and segregating unwanted items as soon as possible. Unwanted items which may be regulated when disposed of may include, but is not limited to:

  • Unused chemicals
  • Unused solvents
  • Cleaning products
  • Paints (including spray paint)

If you have any questions about what materials would apply contact Drake EHS. Please refrain from bringing items from home as this is for University materials only. If you have questions about how to dispose of household waste Drake EHS can provide resources and information on how to do so.

Items may be set to the side and labeled as “potentially unwanted materials”, do not label as waste. Those departments that utilize Satellite Accumulation Areas for waste should keep potentially unwanted materials separated from their normal waste, as it will be counted separately. These departments should avoid using the same labels as they use for normal waste.

If possible, create an inventory of the items you wish to dispose of as this will make collection easier and quicker. You may send inventories to EHS at any time.

When all potentially unwanted materials have been identified, request a pick-up from EHS. Pick-ups can be requested by visiting the EHS website: drake.edu/ehs and filling out a “Request a Pick-up Form” or by emailing josh.haines@drake.edu.

Collection of unwanted materials will not begin until Nov. 22. EPA regulations prohibit collection prior to this date. We realize that this coincides with the start of Thanksgiving break and that this is a busy time for many members of the Drake community, which is why it is important to begin the process of identifying potentially unwanted materials as soon as possible. Again, normal waste collection will continue during this period. Once collection begins, the University will have 30 days to collect materials, prepare them for shipment, and have the waste shipped off site. This can be a time consuming process, and we are anticipating a large amount of materials.

Drake EHS contact information:

—Chris Nickell, Environmental Health and Safety

Campus Announcements Archive

Extension Education now located in Howard Hall

Extension education recently moved in to their new home in Howard Hall, Suite 203 and 211. The department is one of nine departments on campus to relocate as a result of the opening of Collier-Scripps Hall and the Science Connector Building.

New department locations:

Department New Location
Human Resources 3206 University Ave., Suite 100
Head Start 3206 University Ave., Suite 124
The Ray Society 3206 University Ave., Suite 123
I Have a Dream 3206 University Ave., Suite 212
Drake International 1213 25th St., North Entrance
Community Engagement 1213 25th St., South Entrance
Adult Literacy 1213 25th St., Lower Level
Drake Online Carnegie Hall, Room 103 and 104
Extension Education Howard Hall, Suite 203 and 211

—Kelly Foster, Finance and Administration

Strategic Updates Archive

An update from the director of online programming

Recently, there has been quite a bit of activity for Drake’s online programs. These past months have been busy as we try to set up a seamless operation between HigherEducation.Com, our Online Program Manager (OPM), and Drake. I know that there are a lot of questions, so hopefully this update will answer most, if not all, of them.  However, if you still have questions regarding the launch or the programs, contact me at christina.trombley@drake.edu.

The launch

The launch will be Monday, Oct. 30. We were hoping for it to be this week, but several critical factors still needed to be worked out, so the date was pushed back. Launching these programs means that the marketing will begin, the application will go live, and HE.com will begin working with potential students. Although later than projected, launching on Oct. 30 is still within a timeframe designed to provide us with a core group of students in the spring.
Kickoff event canceled 

The hurricane in Florida cancelled our efforts for a kickoff event here at the campus.  At this time, there are no plans for HE.com to come to campus for an event. Our time is better spent ensuring our processes are integrated and running smoothly. Several teams at both institutions have been working closely together to make this happen.

Online offerings

The Master of Arts in Communication and the Master of Science in Education–Literacy Education will be the first full programs offered online. English as a Second Language, Talented and Gifted, and Reading/Reading Specialist endorsements will also be offered fully online. The next programs currently scheduled for online are the Master in Public Administration and Data Analytics Leadership, with a few more in the discussion phase.  We are looking at additional opportunities, so if you and your faculty have ideas or suggestions, I would welcome them.

Planning to teach an online course?

Faculty and adjuncts who plan on teaching for online programs are expected to complete two online training modules in Quality Matters: “Evaluating Your Course Design” and “Orienting Your Online Learners.” Faculty and instructors who successfully complete the training will receive a $500 stipend. Seats are limited, so interested faculty and instructors should contact me prior to participation. I am working to set up new sessions, so if you have faculty who would like to participate, please have them contact me by Wednesday, Oct. 25.

Guides and processes

Finally, several operational processes and practices have to be developed. We have plans to develop a Faculty Guide that will provide information regarding working with instructional designers, plans to develop and share tools and worksheets that help with designing online courses, and plans to create student program worksheets to help with advising, just to name a few. All of these will take time, and our number one priority is getting the launch set.

Watch OnCampus for more updates. For questions or additional information, please contact me at christina.trombley@drake.edu.

—Christina Trombley, Online Programming

Campus Announcements Archive

ITS Phishing quiz coming soon

Between Oct. 30 and Nov. 17, ITS will be holding its annual Phishing Quiz, a contest where Drake students, faculty, and staff can learn how to identify phishing emails and fraudulent websites. The first 300 people to take the quiz will win a certificate for a free taco courtesy of Taco Johns. Everyone who completes the quiz will be entered to win one of six additional prize packages. Visit drake.edu/its/phish to take the quiz starting Oct. 30.

Additionally, ITS will have a table in the Olmsted Breezeway on Oct. 30, Nov. 1, Nov. 7, and Nov. 9 from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Spin the prize wheel and answer a phishing question for a chance to win an additional prize.

The goal of this campaign is to empower the campus community to be able to keep both their personal data and Drake’s institutional data secure. It takes a campus working together to keep everyone safe. Thank you for doing your part.

—Peter Lundstedt, ITS

Campus Announcements Archive

Changes to University Communications photography services

University Communications is no longer able to staff a student-run photo bureau. Because of this, we need to restructure the photography and video services we offer our campus partners. We have updated the Photography/Videography section of the UC toolkit to include information regarding:

  • Accessing General Drake Photography & Headshots
  • Headshot Sessions
  • Event Photography
  • Independently Contracted Photography (Professional and Student Photographers)
  • Project-Based Photography & Videography

If you have any questions regarding these changes, contact Jeremy Sievers at 271-2795 or jeremy.sievers@drake.edu.

—Jeremy Sievers, University Communications

For Students Archive

First-generation student session and lunch

Did you know that approximately 10­–14 percent of Drake’s student body consist of first-generation college students? The Office of New Student Programs is inviting this ambitious and driven student group to share their college experience at upcoming discussion sessions. The sessions will help the Office of New Student Programs to grow and develop its support and resources for first-generation students.

Monday, Oct. 23: First-year students and sophomores who are first-generation students are invited to a discussion session from 10 to 11 a.m. in the Upper Olmsted Conference Room. Coffee and snacks will be provided. RSVP by Oct. 18 at 5 p.m.

Wednesday, Oct. 25: Juniors and seniors who are first-generation students are invited to a discussion session from 10 to 11 a.m. in the Drake Room of Olmsted. Coffee and snacks will be provided. RSVP by Oct. 18 at 5 p.m.

Friday, Oct. 27, pizza lunch: first-generation students, faculty, and staff are invited to a lunch discussion at 11:30 a.m. in Cowles Library, Room 201. Pizza will be provided.

During these sessions, participants will have an opportunity to share their college experience and connect with other first-generation students. For questions or more information on the meetings, email orientation@drake.edu.

ICYMI: Watch a video in which faculty, staff, and students share stories and advice on the first-generation experience, and read about the University’s efforts to support this student group.

—Marina Verlengia, New Student Programs

For Students Archive

Clean out your closet and help clothe fellow residents in need

The Winter Warmth Drive is back at Drake, Oct. 18 through Nov. 2. The drive collects winter clothing for local young people in need, as well as homeless and refugee metro residents. Please donate new or gently used winter coats, hats, gloves, scarves, blankets, snow pants, and snow boots; infant through adult sizes are welcome. The Winter Warmth Drive is sponsored by the Christian Legal Society.

Clothing donation collection boxes will be located throughout campus beginning Oct. 18. For more information on the drive, please visit: winterwarmthdrive.org, or contact matthew.lepke@drake.edu.

—Matthew Lepke