All posts by Linda Feiden

HR Information Archive

Free online tobacco cessation program

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

HR Information Archive

‘Make It OK’ virtual presentation

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

Campus Announcements Archive

Drake Dining updates

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

For Students Archive

PMAC applications due Feb. 14

Applications to become a Peer Mentor/Academic Consultant (PMAC) are due Feb. 14. Apply today at bit.ly/PMACapp2021. Visit the PMAC website to learn more about the program.

An informational session will be held on Thursday, Feb. 11, at 6 p.m. (CST) via Zoom. Register for the info session at bit.ly/PMACInfoSesh.

PMACs leave a lasting impact on incoming first-year students. They aim to assist new first-year students in feeling welcome, comfortable, and connected at Drake.

Contact pab@drake.edu with any questions.

— Kyle Tekautz, JO’21

For Students Archive

Working Worldwide applications now live

If you’re interested in working and living abroad after graduation, Working Worldwide might be the perfect program for you. Working Worldwide is an opportunity for recent graduates to live and work in China or Kosovo for a year.

Applications for 2021–2022 are now live! You can apply through Terra Dotta, our online application system. Applications are due by March 1.

If you’re looking to expand your horizons, develop skills to be a competitive professional, and do something different after graduation, look no further than Working Worldwide!

Want to learn more? Attend an information session. Details found here.

If you have questions about Working Worldwide, please contact (nathan.jacobson@drake.edu).

— Nathan Jacobson, Education Abroad Coordinator

Campus Announcements Archive

Be Unstoppable career conference

What are two traits that employers look for in job candidates? The ability to be flexible and fearless! Are you ready?

Drake’s first career conference, Be Unstoppable, will be held virtually Feb. 19 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and feature renowned speakers from around the country. With the focus on leading students to be flexible and fearless, the conference is relevant for all majors, first-year students to grad students. Register here.

Why should you attend?

  • Keynote speaker Sarah Noll Wilson will kick off the conference with an interactive session: Let’s Get Honest and Play Fully Brave
  • Hear about career journeys and engage with professionals on a variety of topics on which you can learn today and practice tomorrow!
  • Get guidance on how to jumpstart your career, achieve more with less stress and take risks in a professional setting.
  • Practical tips on how to ace a virtual interview, make your resume stand out and more.
  • Sessions will be interactive to provide students with the chance to engage and network with presenters.
  • Build your True Blue Skills. Plus—wellness breaks!
  • Conference will conclude with Dr. Richard Deming who will have you reaching Above & Beyond in your career goals just as he does when he leads cancer patients on hikes up the world’s tallest mountains.

To attend, register with your Drake email. View full conference details.

For Faculty Archive, For Staff Archive

Candidates sought for internal searches

The Office of the Provost is seeking internal candidates for two positions.

  • Associate Provost of Campus Equity and Inclusion
  • Deputy Provost

Application materials for Associate Provost for Campus Equity and Inclusion are due Feb. 5. Application materials for Deputy Provost are due Feb. 15.

Find additional information and application procedures on the internal Drake HR page. Go into myDrake, and choose Human Resources from the top menu. Then enter this address: https://www.drake.edu/hr-internal/positions/ .

— Drinda Williams, Office of the Provost

Campus Announcements Archive

Levitt Mentor and Teacher of the Year awards

You are invited to nominate a faculty or staff member for the 2020–2021 Levitt Mentor of the Year award and/or the Levitt Teacher of the Year award.

A nominee must be a faculty or staff member in at least her/his fourth academic year of service and cannot have won this award within the past five years.

The letter should be sent as an attachment to Associate Provost Arthur Sanders at arthur.sanders@drake.edu and sandra.harris@drake.edu no later than Feb. 8, 2021.

Find details and nomination requirements for the Levitt Mentor of the Year award and/or the Levitt Teacher of the Year award. Let me know if you have any questions.

— Arthur Sanders, Provost’s Office

Campus Announcements Archive

Levitt Teacher of the Year

You are invited to nominate a faculty or staff member for the 2020–2021 Levitt Teacher of the Year award.

A nominee must be a faculty or staff member in at least her/his fourth academic year of service and cannot have won this award within the past five years.

The letter should be sent as an attachment to Associate Provost Arthur Sanders at arthur.sanders@drake.edu and sandra.harris@drake.edu no later than Feb. 8, 2021.

Find details about the requirements for the letter and the process. Let me know if you have any questions.

— Arthur Sanders, Provost’s Office