Terry Hartle is one of America’s most effective and experienced advocates for higher education. At the American Council on Education (ACE), where he has served for more than 20 years, he directs comprehensive efforts to engage federal policy makers on a broad range of issues including student aid, government regulation, scientific research and tax policy. Register here.
— Kayla Jenkins, Office of the Dean of Arts & Sciences
Are you a Drake male student who is looking for a scholarship which recognizes your achievements inside and outside of the classroom? Our organization is offering multiple scholarships—up to $500—for the Balanced Man Scholarship.
The Balanced Man Scholarship rewards students who have displayed academic excellence, leadership skills, and a commitment to their health and well-being. Our organization believes in recognizing students who demonstrate an all around balance in their everyday lives. We are committed to helping Drake students develop the skills they need to succeed in the classroom, future careers, and social organizations.
These scholarships will be awarded to the applicants who exemplify being a balanced man in their everyday lives. The awards will be presented at the socially distant Balanced Man Scholarship Ceremony early in the semester of Spring 2021. After applying online, applicants will be notified if they receive an interview. Interviews will be with 1 or 2 members of the scholarship committee to be completed on zoom.
The requirement for this application is that you are a current first-year, or sophomore male student at Drake University. The application deadline is Feb. 14 at midnight—it only takes 5-10 minutes to apply!
If you have any questions about the scholarship, please don’t hesitate to contact Jay Dichter via phone or email:
Phone: (651) 270-9099
Email: drakebalancedmanscholarship@gmail.com
— Jay Dichter, BN’23
Orientation leaders are dedicated to providing incoming students and their families with all of the information and resources necessary to ensure their transition to Drake is a smooth and enjoyable one.
We need you to help make this happen. Each year we recruit current Drake students to become part of the orientation leader staff. Orientation leaders play a vital role in this exciting process, working closely with new students and their families on a wide variety of topics including academics, student involvement, housing options, and more.
We highly encourage you to attend our final information session being offered via Zoom on Tuesday, Feb. 2, at 6 p.m. Sign up.
You will be compensated for your time and effort and gain valuable skills in this position. Learn more about the position and how to apply.
If you have any questions, feel free to contact Marina Verlengia at marina.verlengia@drake.edu.
— Marina Verlengia, New Student Programs
Drake Women’s Rowing is hosting an informational Zoom meeting on Wednesday, Feb. 3, at 7 p.m. No prior rowing experience is necessary to join the team. We welcome all women who wish to join an NCAA Division I sport, train with amazing teammates for conference championships, compete in a fun and challenging atmosphere, and increase physical fitness.
Please fill out our Google Form if you are interested in joining the team.
The link to the Zoom meeting will be available on the University Calendar.
Contact Drake Rowing Head Coach DiSilvestro with any questions: charlie.disilvestro@drake.edu.
— Ryli Smith, Athletics
After the switch to Teams calling, old phone handsets are no longer needed for individual extensions. Boxes are being placed in all campus buildings to collect these phones and recycle them.
Look for a cardboard box near your building’s mailboxes marked PHONE E-WASTE and recycle your phone handset before Feb. 26.
If you’re not going to be on campus before then, please work with your building manager or a colleague to ensure your phone handset is recycled properly.
—Chris Mielke, ITS
Access and Success is a combination of two existing Drake resources, Academic Achievement and Student Disability Services. Access and Success is designed to support students’ personal, academic, and social success at the University.
Access and Success will serve all Drake students and focus on a holistic, wellness centered approach. In addition to disability services and peer tutoring, other resources may include, but are not limited to; academic coaching appointments, webinars & workshops.
Access and Success provides the tools and support you need to be the best you can be academically, whether that means a serious need to raise your grade point average or giving you the edge you need to elevate that shaky B to a solid A. Please visit drake.edu/access-success to learn more.
— Michelle Laughlin, Director, Access and Success
All Staff Council nominations are now open! Do you know a staff member who would like to make an impact to strengthen the staff experience on campus? Submit a nomination. Nominations are due Tuesday, Feb. 16, by 5 p.m. Learn more about ASC.
— Leslie Noble, On behalf of All Staff Council
The American Lung Association (ALA) is offering a FREE one-year membership to Freedom from Smoking Plus while supplies last. This interactive online program works on desktops, laptops, tablets, and smartphones and includes telephone, chat, and email support.
Freedom from Smoking Plus (FFS Plus) assesses your readiness to quit and guides you through a three-part process from getting ready to quit, to quit day, and finally, staying smoke free. It includes online tips and tools to keep you on track as well as access to ALA tobacco cessation counselors. You may also visit the Freedom from Smoking online support group and discussion community to interact with others who are also working to break their tobacco addiction.
To join this program, log into bit.ly/ALAFFSPLUS and set up a profile to begin the self-paced, nine-module course. FFS Plus includes 12 months of continuous support.
FFS Plus normally costs $99.95 but the ALA is offering it at no cost for a limited time. If you are a tobacco user who is contemplating quitting, now is the time to join.
Should you have any questions, please contact the American Lung Association’s National Tobacco Team at freedomfromsmoking@lung.org.
— Linda Feiden, Human Resources
One in five people have been diagnosed with a mental illness. Yet, unlike diabetes or other physical health conditions, the majority of individuals are fearful to talk about mental illness due to the stigma surrounding it.
Make It OK is a national campaign, which encourages individuals to talk more openly about mental illness in hopes of de-stigmatizing it so individuals will be more open to seek care.
Join us on Tuesday, Feb. 9, from 2–3 p.m. for this virtual presentation, led by Jami Haberl, Executive Director, the Healthiest State Initiative. To register, please send an email to linda.feiden@drake.edu.
— Linda Feiden, Human Resources
Faculty and staff can order carryout from the Hubb
We’re excited to announce that faculty and staff are welcome to take away carryout meals from The Hubb beginning Monday, Feb. 1. We will continue to evaluate our operation throughout the semester to determine when faculty and staff will be able to resume dining on site. In the meantime, we will continue to honor the loyalty punch card; however, we will not resume the $5 Wednesday lunches at this time.
Commuter meal plans
Off campus students: If you need a meal plan for Spring 2021, they are available now! If you would like to sign up for a commuter meal plan, start by logging into myDrake and clicking on the Fork & Knife icon, to access the Housing & Meal Plan Selection Portal. From here, click on the “Apply Here” at the top of the screen, then click on the “Commuter Application” for the semester in which you wish to have a commuter meal plan.
Campus Dining Hours
View hours of operation for campus dining. If you have any questions or comments, contact dining@drake.edu.
— Casey Morgan, Drake Dining
