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
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
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
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.
Drake Wellness
Registration for intramural co-rec basketball is due by Wednesday, Oct. 17, at 4:30 p.m. A manager’s meeting will take place on Wednesday, Oct. 17, at 5 p.m. in the Paul Morrison Room.
Ryan Parriott, Recreational Services
Intramural CoRec Innertube Water Polo registration is due on Wednesday, Oct. 24, by 4:30 p.m. A manager’s meeting will take place Wednesday, Oct. 24, at 5 p.m. in the Paul Morrison Room.
Ryan Parriott, Recreational Services
Please join us for the Provost’s Drake Social for faculty and staff on Friday, Oct. 19, from 4–6 p.m. at the FAC Arcade. This alcohol-free event will include a popcorn bar, cider, and soft drinks. It is a chance to relax and mingle with colleagues and enjoy Iowa’s fall weather.
This will be the first Drake Social to feature awards recognizing our new Core Values. Joyful Accountability will be the value spotlighted at the social. Three people, nominated by their colleagues who exemplify Joyful Accountability, will be drawn at random and honored, and they will be able to choose from a menu of prizes. It’s not too late to nominate a colleague. Please send the name of the nominee and a sentence or two describing how they demonstrate the value of Joyful Accountability, which is defined as striving each day to be their best, being creative and curious, brave, and bold.
This year, there will be two Drake Socials planned in our outdoor spaces, and both will be alcohol free. This Friday’s social at the FAC Arcade is the first, and the next outdoor event will be in May on the Ray Promenade.
In case of inclement weather, the social will be moved to the Shivers Hospitality Suite.
Drinda Williams, Office of the Provost
Women’s Basketball season is starting and our Drake Divas program is back. Drake Divas is a group for women of all ages in the Des Moines area led by Drake Women’s Basketball Head Coach Jennie Baranczyk. A Drake Diva is a strong woman who is confident, comfortable in her own skin, and inspires others to feel the same way.
Each month, members will have access to morning networking and meetings centered around Leadership, Integrity, Motivation, and other personal and professional development topics. These meetings will be led by esteemed women in the Des Moines business community. Monthly meetings will be taking place on Wednesday mornings this year.
Please email Sarah Hoffman at sarah.hoffman@drake.edu for more information and to get registered.
Sarah Hoffman, Athletics
Drake Women’s Tennis is hosting it’s second annual, free Kids Day Clinic at the Roger Knapp Tennis Center on Saturday, Oct. 20, from 10:30 a.m.–12 p.m. Kids ages 5–13 are invited and will be given the opportunity to hit with members of the tennis team. Rackets can be requested if needed.
RSVP to madeleine.johnson@drake.edu or mai-ly.tran@drake.edu.
Spread the word, thanks!
Maddie Johnson, Assistant Women’s Tennis Coach
The German conversation group meets again this Thursday, Oct. 18 at 6 p.m. at the Drake Diner. Come meet other German speakers from Drake or in the community. All levels welcome. Contact Sarah Baldi at sarah.baldi@drake.edu for questions. Bis dann!
Sarah Baldi, World Languages and Cultures