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For Faculty Archive

Faculty Regalia Rentals

Faculty participating in May Commencement must order their regalia rentals through Herff Jones using the customer and order numbers below. Order online at: https://facultycapgown.herffjones.com.

Deadline Information:

April 18 – Last day to order with free shipping

April 27 – Final deadline to place your order (rush shipping fees will apply after April 18)

MAIN FACULTY – Standard Regalia

Customer #: 14001855000

Order #: 5491961

LAW – Doctor of Law Regalia (purple panels and chevrons)

Customer #: 14001855000

Order #: 5491962

Please ensure you select the correct order number when placing your rental.

— Bulldog Shop

Campus Announcements Archive

Just Dropped: March Griff of the Month T-Shirt

The Griff of the Month series rolls on, and March is bringing the luck.

Each month, we release a new limited-edition Griff design so you can build your collection all year long. Collect all 12 designs and you will unlock a bonus exclusive at the end of the year.

For March, meet St. Paddy’s Day Griff.

Dressed for St. Patrick’s Day and ready to celebrate, this festive design adds a little extra charm to your Bulldog gear lineup.

Collect them all!

— Bulldog Shop

For Faculty Archive, For Staff Archive

Join All Staff Council for Trivia Prior to Drake Social March 23

Join All Staff Council on Monday, March 23, from 2:30–4 p.m. in Parents Hall North, Olmsted Center, for trivia. All are welcome—form a group or come as an individual and join a team. The Provost’s Social will take place following the event, held at the same location. It is sure to be an afternoon of fun! Sign up at: https://drake.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_1IaKSUMYwhrbdps

— Toni White, On Behalf of All Staff Council

For Students Archive

Tuition Billing Information To Be Sent From New Email Address

Beginning Feb. 23, 2026, automatic emails regarding billing, account updates, and other important tuition billing information will come from a new email address: campuspayments@touchnet.com, no longer ebill@drake.edu. Access to the billing portal has not changed; just the email address sending updates. Please do not mark emails from campuspayments@touchnet.com as spam or junk. If you have any questions, please reach out at stuacct@drake.edu or (515) 271–4777.

—Office of Student Accounts

News & Achievements Archive

Head Start Association Honors Drake Employees

Drake University Head Start is proud to share that three individuals have received annual award recognition from the Iowa Head Start Association:

Dean Ryan Wise, Dean of the Drake School of Education and Executive Director of the Drake University Head Start program, is being honored as Administrator of the Year.

Heather Stemsrud, Ankeny Toddler Teacher and 23-year Drake University Head Start employee, is being honored as Teacher of the Year.

Tanya Heringer, with the Every Step Program and a valued community partner supporting dental health, education, and family connections for Drake University Head Start students and families, is being honored with the Excellence in Community Service Award.

Congratulations to all three honorees, and thank you for your fierce service and steadfast commitment to the students, families, and staff of Drake University Head Start.

— Lisa Proctor, Head Start Director

For Faculty Archive, For Staff Archive

Attend the Provost’s Social March 23

Please join us for the Drake Provost’s Social on Monday, March 23, in Parents Hall North in the Olmsted Center at 4 p.m. The social will be immediately following Trivia hosted by All Staff Council, which begins at 2:30 p.m. in the same location.

Refreshments will include an assortment of snacks and beverages. This is a family friendly event. Feel free to bring your children or partner.

— Anne Marie Greenwood, Office of the Provost

For Faculty Archive

Call for Submissions: Faculty Research Celebration

A celebration of faculty research and scholarship, showcasing the incredible contributions made by the Drake academic community will be held on April 9 from 4–5:30 p.m. in the Cowles Reading Room. This event will provide an opportunity for us to recognize and honor the achievements of our faculty in advancing knowledge across a variety of fields. 

Please help us to prepare by submitting this form  with information about books you have authored, co-authored, or edited since January 1, 2025, as well as peer-reviewed journal articles, conference proceedings, and notable papers. 

Your contributions are an essential part of our academic success, and we look forward to sharing them with our colleagues! 

— Anne Marie Greenwood, Office of the Provost

HR Information Archive

Employee Appreciation Month Activities

Employee Appreciation Day is observed on the first Friday of March.  This year it falls on Friday, March 6, and is part of Employee Appreciation Month.  Please take time to reflect and find ways to show gratitude to your team and colleagues for their hard work, dedication, and effort on this day, this month, and throughout the year.

During the month, also take a break and join in on one or more March activities listed below.  Details on these activities and other appreciation month resources can be found on the Employee Appreciation Month webpage.

Fun Team Trivia.  Join All Staff Council on Monday, March 23 from 2:30-4 p.m. in Parents Hall North (Upper level, Olmsted Center) for some friendly trivia competition. You are welcome to form your own team of 4-6 people or come as an individual and join a team. Everyone is welcome. Medals will be handed out and there will be a popcorn bar to curb those munchies. Then stick around for the March Drake Provost Social in the same location. It is sure to be an afternoon of fun! Register at  https://drake.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_1IaKSUMYwhrbdps.

Photo Scavenger Hunt. Looking for a group activity you can do anytime in March? Recruit a colleague (or group), bring your cell phone, and have fun with this photo scavenger hunt.  Send an email to linda.feiden@drake.edu to receive a list of locations around Drake’s campus. At each location, take a fun photo.  Once you complete the list, send an email with all your photos by March 31 to linda.feiden@drake.edu.  One entry will be randomly drawn from the submitted entries and a tasty prize awarded to the winning group!

Give a shout-out.  Shout outs are a wonderful way to recognize your fellow Drake faculty and staff. Simply write a sentence or two thanking a colleague or team for going the extra mile or showing support to others. Submit your shout-outs to linda.feiden@drake.edu between now and March 25, and they will be compiled and posted in OnCampus.

In addition, there will be three BUILD classes offered in March, including one on the employee assistance program services offered through Employee & Family Resources.  This is a great opportunity to learn something new and spend time with others across campus. Click HERE for a list of classes and registration link.

Please take some time this month to let others know you appreciate their efforts and know that YOUR efforts are appreciated.

— Linda Feiden, Human Resources

For Students Archive

Updated Financial Aid Office Availability

The Financial Aid Office will have adjusted hours for the remainder of the Spring 2026 semester for student appointments and walk-ins. Please keep these adjustments in mind when scheduling appointments or visiting the office in Carnegie Hall.

Monday, Tuesday and Friday the office is open from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Wednesday the office is open from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Thursday the office is open from 12:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

— Kristi Fuller, Financial Aid Office