All posts by Suzanne Wisslead

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Congratulations to the Newly Elected All Staff Council Members

The All Staff Council Governance Committee extends its congratulations to the following newly elected members!

Governance Committee

  • Patrick Williams, Grounds

Recognition Committee

  • Allyssa Ruths, College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences
  • Colin Atkinson, Facilities Planning and Management
  • Crystal Fierro-Galbraith, Drake Online and Continuing Education
  • Timm Pilcher, School of Journalism and Mass Communication

Events/Community Service Committee

  • Joanna Gilmore, Office of the Registrar
  • Nichole Stabile, Drake Online and Continuing Education
  • Rebecca Muntz, Career Services
  • Sydney Dvorak, Facilities Planning and Management

Special Interest Committee

  • Lilah Anderson, Anderson Gallery
  • Trey Leech, Drake Online and Continuing Education

Chair Elect

  • Betsy White, Office of Conference and Event Services

— Suzanne Wisslead, On behalf of All Staff Council

HR Information Archive

Welcome New Bulldogs: RSVP for the June 10 New Employee Orientation

Managers, please encourage your new team members to attend the first available New Employee Orientation after their start date.

The next orientation session is scheduled for:

  • Date: Wednesday, June 10
  • Time: 9–11:30 a.m.
  • Location: Johansen Student Center, Scripps Meeting Room 301 (3rd Floor)

Either the manager or the new employee can reserve a spot. To RSVP, please send an email to linda.feiden@drake.edu and include “NEO” in the subject line.

— Linda Feiden, Human Resources

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Secure Your Drake Athletics Faculty/Staff Fall Sports Pass

Cheer on the Bulldogs all season long with the Drake Athletics Faculty/Staff Fall Sports Pass!

For just $125, Drake faculty and staff can enjoy admission to all regular-season home events for:

  • Football
  • Volleyball
  • Men’s Soccer
  • Women’s Soccer

Passes are also available for purchase for your immediate family members. 

Purchase today by clicking the link here, by emailing tickets@drake.edu, or by calling 515-271-3647. 

Go Bulldogs! Thank you for your continued support of Drake Athletics.

— Greg Kay, Athletics

Campus Announcements Archive

Changes Coming to DART Bus Routes This June

Starting June 14, DART is launching all new bus routes to improve frequency and service.

Key Service Updates For Routes Around Drake:

  • Route 3: Buses will run every 15 minutes (down from every 20 minutes)
  • Route 5: Service is moving to every 30 minutes (previously every 45–60 minutes)
  • Route 60: This route will be discontinued.

Please note that effective June 12 the following services will no longer be available: Express routes, Flex Connect, On Call, and the LINK Shuttle.

— Nate Reagen, Office of the President

Campus Announcements Archive

Gear Up for Graduation: Gifts, Alumni Apparel, and More

Graduation is a time to celebrate years of hard work, dedication, and achievement. Bulldog Shop is here to help the entire community mark the occasion with thoughtful grad gifts, alumni gear, and any last-minute graduation essentials.

Whether you’re honoring a graduate, cheering on a loved one, or celebrating your own milestone, visit us for meaningful gifts and new alumni apparel to commemorate this special moment. Our store will be open throughout commencement weekend for any last-minute regalia needs.

Bulldog Shop Special Hours (May 11–17)

Mon–Thursday: 9 a.m. –5 p.m.

Friday: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Saturday: 10 a.m.–3 p.m.

Sunday: 9 a.m.–2 p.m.

— The Bulldog Shop

Campus Announcements Archive

Cowles Library Survey Findings

As part of Cowles Library’s ongoing commitment to assessing our effectiveness and improving how we serve Drake University, the Library Assessment, Data, and Retention Working Group invited the campus community to share feedback in Fall 2025 about our spaces, services, resources, website, and teaching and research support. Hundreds of students, faculty, and staff responded. Thank you! Linked here is a brief summary of what we heard and how the results will help inform our planning.

— Teri Koch, Cowles Library

Campus Announcements Archive

New in Dogtown: Lifestyle Juices Expands and True Blue Opens

As some of you may have seen, Lifestyle Juices has moved next door and now has a larger, upgraded space at the corner of 25th and University (the former Ancient Ways location). Along with their signature fruit smoothies, be on the lookout for an expanded lunch menu coming soon.

Entirely new to Dogtown is True Blue Shake & Energy Bar, a wellness-focused nutrition club offering delicious meal replacement protein shakes, energizing herbal teas, and 24g protein iced coffees. Whether you’re looking for a quick breakfast, a healthy lunch option, an afternoon energy boost, or post-workout fuel, True Blue provides convenient, feel-good options designed to fit busy lifestyles. With a welcoming atmosphere and a focus on community, True Blue Shake & Energy Bar is excited to serve students, staff, athletes, and the greater Des Moines community.

— Nate Reagen, Office of the President

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Retirement Celebration for Dean Teri Koch May 14

You’re invited to a retirement celebration for Dean Teri Koch in the Cowles Library Reading Room on Thursday, May 14, from 1–3 p.m.

Throughout four decades of commitment, Teri has been instrumental in shaping our library into the academic hub of the University. Her leadership and vision have left a lasting mark on Cowles Library and the Iowa library community.

Please join us as we gather to honor her legacy, share memories, and wish her the very best in her next chapter. Light refreshments will be served.

— Hope Bibens, Cowles Library

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Fair-ly Good News: Join Drake at the Fair

Drake University is heading back to the Iowa State Fair this summer! Thanks to the vision of Kyle in the Bulldog Shop and in partnership with many—we’ll have a 20′ x 10′ booth in the Varied Industries building.

As Des Moines’ hometown team, this is our chance to showcase the incredible work we do, connect with our growing Iowa student base, and flood the fairgrounds with Drake Blue!

Want to get involved?
If you are interested (in any way) in helping out with the fair, we’re looking for volunteers!  Please contact Nate Reagen for more details.  We’ll try to make it worth your while. Even if you aren’t volunteering at Drake’s booth, be sure to stop by and see the display while you’re enjoying the fair!

— Nate Reagen, Office of the President

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Provost’s Drake Social Tomorrow to Highlight Milestone Service Anniversary Recipients and Retirees

Please join us tomorrow, Wednesday, May 13, for the Provost’s Drake Social at the Schickler Club (adjacent to the Knapp Center) from 4–5:30 p.m.

During the social, we will honor faculty and staff celebrating retirements or milestone service anniversaries occurring during the 2025–2026 fiscal year. Honorees’ names will be featured on video screens throughout the room

Refreshments will include an assortment of snacks and beverages. The Provost’s Social is a family-friendly event. Feel free to bring your children or partner.

Please take a moment to stop by and congratulate your co-workers.

— Anne Marie Greenwood, Office of the Provost