You’re invited to attend the Provost’s social Tuesday, Dec. 2, in the Olmsted Center, conference rooms 310 and 311, from 12–2 p.m. for an ice cream sundae bar. We will recognize Drake Facilities Planning and Management staff for their fantastic work.
— Anne Marie Greenwood, Office of the Provost
PMACs aim to assist new first-year students in feeling welcome, comfortable and connected at Drake. They do this by initiating communication with incoming first-year students in July, facilitating peer connections during Welcome Weekend and continuing to assist students as they navigate their first semester at Drake.
We highly encourage you to attend one of the information sessions being offered. Click here to sign up for a session.
For more information about the role and application, visit our website.
— Marina Verlengia, New Student Programs
Slips and falls can happen anytime or anywhere, but winter weather compounds these risks. There are several ways to minimize this risk to yourself and others:
Report any slip and fall concerns. The Guardian app through Public Safety allows for text reporting of safety issues anywhere on campus. Public Safety can also be called directly at 515.271.2222.
Staff members may also report issues to their building contact.
— Taylor Laverty, Environmental Health and Safety
Bulldog Shop is celebrating YOU and your hard work with a special Student Appreciation Sale! Enjoy 25% off apparel and gifts and treat yourself to some brand new Drake gear. This exclusive offer will last for one day and is in-store only. Don’t miss out!
Date: Friday, December 5
Location: Bulldog Shop in Olmsted
Exclusions: Standard exclusions apply, see store for details
The Cowles Library Survey is open now through Thanksgiving, and your feedback plays an important role in improving library services, resources, and spaces for all Drake students, faculty, and staff. Complete the survey for a chance to win a gift card!
Faculty and staff: Please use the unique link sent to your Drake email to participate.
— Joanna Stankiewicz, Cowles Library
We want to hear from you! The Cowles Library Survey is open now through Thanksgiving. Your feedback helps us improve library services, resources, and spaces for all Drake students, faculty, and staff.
Complete the survey for a chance to win a gift card!
Students: Follow this link or scan the QR code to participate.
— Joanna Stankiewicz, Cowles Library
The Office of Residence Life is accepting Resident Assistant Applications for the 2026–2027 school year. RA’s must be leaders, role models, and resources for their residents; however, just as important, they must be team players that work with and support other staff in their own hall as well as other halls on campus.
The application can be found at: https://drake.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_5pXxVd9fMFxpwGO
The application deadline is Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. (during J-Term).
There are two RA Informational sessions:
For questions regarding the application or interview process, contact Randy E. McMullin, associate director of residence life, at randy.mcmullin@drake.edu. Consider reaching out to your own RA or another RA should you have questions about the position from a student perspective.
— Randy E. McMullin, Office of Residence Life
In partnership with Impact Community Action Partnership, bring non-perishable items for donation at any of the following Dogtown businesses for exclusive deals.
Donations are accepted now through Dec. 23.
— Nate Reagen, Office of the President
Do you love social media, building connections with fellow students, and Drake University?
Bulldog Shop is looking for a Content Creator—applications are open now!
What you’ll do:
Why apply?
Apply Today!
Link: https://forms.gle/qwoEQF4nXrBZ4Wdi7
— Bulldog Shop
Time is running out. Employees on Drake’s health plan who wish to receive the wellness health insurance premium discount in 2026, need to complete a physical exam with an in-network provider between Dec. 1, 2024 and Nov. 30, 2025, and submit a completed Premium Discount-Annual Physical Form by Dec. 1, 2025.
If you had a physical since Dec. 1, 2024, please fill out the form and turn it in now. If you cannot get an appointment with your doctor by the Dec. 1, 2025 deadline, or you do not have a primary care provider, you may contact the Broadlawns Community Clinic by Drake (2970 University Ave.) at 515-216-5100. Let them know you are from Drake and need to make an appointment for a wellness exam. Please do not wait until the last moment to contact them or they may not have available openings.
You can read more about the wellness premium discount program on the Wellness Premium Discount webpage.
Please contact Linda Feiden at linda.feiden@drake.edu with questions.
— Linda Feiden, Human Resources
