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Japan Exchange and Teaching program information session

The Japan Exchange and Teaching (JET) program is an established employment opportunity supported by the Japanese government. JET participants reside in Japan and assist English instruction at public schools. Currently, three Drake graduates are teaching in Japan.

A session on Oct. 25 from 4:30–6 p.m. in Meredith, Room 206 will focus on the hiring process and job description of the JET program. Current and former JET teachers’/Drake alumnus experiences will also be shared.

Free pizza and drink will be provided.

Chinatsu Sazawa, Associate Professor of Japanese

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Service Information for Amanda Wilken

On Oct. 11, President Martin shared—with great sadness—the passing of Amanda Wilken, a student at Drake University. Amanda was in her fourth year of Pharmacy and was also working on a Master of Business Administration degree.

Amanda’s visitation and funeral service is scheduled for this week. The visitation is Wednesday, Oct. 17 from 5–8 p.m. at Hamilton’s, 3601 Westown Parkway, West Des Moines, Iowa. The funeral service is Thursday, Oct.18, at 11 a.m. at Lutheran Church of Hope, 925 Jordan Creek Pkwy, West Des Moines, Iowa.

Amanda started at Drake in the fall of 2013 as a Pre-Pharmacy major. She was a 2016 graduate of the Adams Leadership Academy and was committed to being a model servant leader. In addition to her academic pursuits, Amanda was involved in a number of co-curricular organizations, to include the Alpha Phi sorority, the National Association of Women MBAs, and the American Public Health Association.

Please continue to keep Amanda’s family in your thoughts and prayers.

 

 

 

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Indigenous Peoples’ Day upcoming events

Indigenous Peoples’ Day
Oct. 8 marked the first Indigenous Peoples’ Day officially recognized by the 32nd Session of Drake University Student Senate and support in its efforts by the Drake Faculty Senate. Below are two events meant to shine light on the topic.

Oct. 22 at 7 p.m. in Sussman Theatre: Screening of “The Lost Nation: The Ioway” in partnership with United Way

Nov. 15 at 7 p.m. in  Sussman Theatre: Lecture on Lakota Religious Beliefs and Practices, led by Timothy Knepper

Jose Garcia-Fuerte, Student Body President

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All Staff Council chili cook-off

All Staff Council is holding its annual chili cook-off on Oct. 17 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Parents Hall South. Come enjoy samples of a wide variety of homemade chili made by Drake University faculty and staff members.

Donate non-perishable food or other goods to Drake’s Free Little Food Pantries and be entered into a drawing to win a Drake Parking Pass. Drawing takes place at end of the school year. Goods may include canned foods, personal hygiene products, baby formula, or diapers, etc.

Those competing, consuming, or just wanting to be part of the fun, please join All Staff Council for a $5 soup and bread bar lunch provided by Sodexo. The People’s Choice Award winners will be announced shortly after 12:30 p.m. during the event. For questions, please contact ascspecialevents@drake.edu.

Reminder: All Staff Council event days are jeans days (per managers approval). Wear your Drake blue on Oct. 17.

Aimee Lane, Athletics/All Staff Council

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University Book Store four day sale

In recognition of National Tailgate Weekend, the University Book Store will hold a four day sale Oct. 18–21. The sale will take place in store and online on Oct. 18–20 and online only on Oct. 21.

The Book Store is located in the Olmsted Center and open from 9 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.  Visit the store for more details or go to www.drake.bkst.com.

Katie Wilz, University Book Store

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Dylan Marron to come to Drake Oct. 24

Dylan Marron is an IFP Gotham Award & Drama Desk-nominated writer, performer, and video maker. He creates a wide variety of content focused around all areas of social justice and dismantles topics like racism, sexism, and LGBTQ discrimination. He currently hosts & produces “Conversations with People Who Hate Me,” a podcast where he calls up the people behind negative comments on the internet. Join us on Wednesday, Oct. 24, from 7–9 p.m. in Sussman Theater to hear Dylan’s perspective on the world and what he has learned from his time sharing his thoughts in the spotlight.

Adam Koch, Sophomore

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IMT Des Moines Marathon loops through Drake

Drake University is once again proud to be a part of the IMT Des Moines Marathon, which will occur on Sunday, Oct. 21.

The IMT Des Moines Marathon benefiting Children’s Cancer Connection runs through quaint neighborhoods, city parks and streets, and offers a loop around the famed blue oval track at Drake University. Register now.

The IMT Des Moines Marathon starts at 8:00 am on Sunday, October 21 in the Court Avenue District, 300 Court Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50309.

Mile 11 of the race will bring the participants down 25th street in front of Drake Public Safety, Drake International and University Communications & Marketing. Runners will proceed across Forest Ave. and turn on Clark street to enter into Drake Stadium and run on the Blue Oval. In Mile 12, runners will leave the Stadium onto 27th street and turn left on to Forest Ave.back down to 25th street and then follow 25th street to Kingman Boulevard.

As a result of the race course, no parking will be allowed on 25th street from University Ave to Clark Street and no parking along Clark street or 27th from Clark to Forest Ave.  Anyone travelling in the area should expect road closures and delays. Please refer to the Course map & Course description if you have questions.

Scott Law, Public Safety

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GroupX classes this week

There will still be a few GroupX classes happening during fall break. Make sure to look at the Group Fitness calendar on the Drake Rec app, IMLeagues website, or on any of our social media pages. There will still be POUND at 4:45 p.m. today. The regular class schedule will begin on Wednesday, Oct. 17.

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