Join us as we celebrate the incredible career of Josie Poppen, a treasured member of the Drake Theatre Arts Department and the theatre community at-large who has inspired countless students over the years!

After 37 years of teaching, Josie is laying down her shears and stepping into a well-deserved retirement. Let’s come together to honor her incredible contributions and share stories, laughter, and raise a glass! Please feel free to invite alumni, friends, family and anyone who wishes to celebrate!

—Jacob Lemons, College of Arts & Sciences

As we move into November, Cowles Library is excited to showcase a variety of collections that celebrate important themes and milestones. Join us in honoring the rich cultural heritage reflected in our displays this month.

Iowa’s Great Outdoors
Discover Iowa’s diverse landscapes, history, and architectural wonders through materials that delve into the state’s parks, trails, and historic sites. You’ll be inspired to explore both the natural and man-made beauty of Iowa. The display also includes bike and state maps to help you plan your next adventure and uncover the hidden gems of our state.
Native American Heritage Month
In recognition of Native American Heritage Month, Cowles Library is featuring a collection that spotlights the voices and stories of Native American authors. This selection includes both fiction and nonfiction by Indigenous writers, spanning traditional stories, contemporary narratives, and historical accounts.
Breaking Barriers: The Evolution of Women’s Sports
Join us in celebrating the 50th anniversary of women’s basketball at Drake with a display honoring the legacy of Title IX and its impact on women’s athletics. This collection features nonfiction books that explore the history, challenges, and triumphs of women in sports. Discover the stories of athletes, advocates, and milestones that have shaped the future of women’s athletics.

We invite everyone to visit Cowles Library this month to engage with these displays and celebrate the diverse narratives they represent!

—Joanna Stankiewicz, Cowles Library

Join us on October 23rd from 3-5pm in Upper Olmsted for the second annual Drake Wellness Conference. There will be a variety of free experiences and activities, including massages, meditations and movement!

—Gail Witte, Recreational Services

The Harkin Institute is thrilled to announce this Fall’s Sussman Lecture, “Students Are Humans First” with Dr. Sara Goldrick-Rab. Dr. Goldrick-Rab will discuss the challenges students face in meeting their basic needs while earning a college education. She explored this topic in her award-winning book, Paying the Price: College Costs, Financial Aid, and the Betrayal of the American Dream. The book documents the failures of policymakers and higher education institutions to make college affordable. Her scientific studies identifying and addressing college students’ basic needs for food, housing, childcare, transportation, and health supports sparked the internationally-known #RealCollege movement and inspired federal and state data collection and legislation, as well as countless privately-funded programs.

Dr. Goldrick-Rab is also senior fellow at Education Northwest, adjunct professor at the Community College of Philadelphia, and Founder of The Hope Center for College, Community, and Justice.

Date: Wednesday, October 23, 2024

Time: 7:00-8:00 p.m. CT

Location: Tom and Ruth Harkin Center Auditorium (2800 University Ave., Des Moines, IA 50311)

YouTube Live Stream on The Harkin Institute’s YouTube Channel

Registration: This event is free and open to the public but registration via Eventbrite is required.

Accommodations: American Sign Language (ASL) and live captioning (CART) will be provided for in-person and virtual attendees. Any additional accommodation requests can be made by emailing harkininstitute@drake.edu.

Click here to register.

—Kathryn Kuckelman, Harkin Institute

Drake University will hold fire drills on October 16th, 17th, 18th, and 21st in compliance with the Higher Education Opportunity Act and in conjunction with National Fire Prevention month. All drills will be conducted at 10:45 a.m. except for the residence halls, which will be conducted from 6 to 9 p.m. on October 21st.

 

We have planned this to minimize disruption to classes and most academic buildings will be completed the week of Fall break. This also allows us to have more efficient utilization of our staff for these drills. The residence halls will be done from 6-9 p.m. to increase participation in the evacuations.

Fire alarms will be activated in all campus buildings to signal the start of the drill. When the alarm sounds:

• Evacuate the building.
• Buildings will be locked down and cannot be re-entered until the drill ends.
• Remember to dress accordingly.

 

The fire drills will be coordinated through the Office of Public Safety (271-2222) working with the Office of Environmental Health and Safety (271-3804) and Facilities Services (271-2706). Please report any fire alarm malfunctions or evacuation problems to Facilities or Public Safety.  Your cooperation in this important campus safety exercise is greatly appreciated.  Please refer to the Drake Emergency Response Plan for additional information.

 

Thank you in advance for your cooperation.

 

Fire drill schedule:

October 16^th @ 10:45 a.m.

Meredith Hall

Aliber Hall

Cowles Library

Opperman Hall

Cartwright Hall

Harmon Fine Arts Center

Howard Hall

Carnegie Hall

Medbury Hall

Collier-Scripps Hall

 

October 17^th @ 10:45 a.m.

Olin Hall

Science Connector Building

Harvey Ingham Hall

Cline Hall

Fitch Hall

Studio Arts Hall

Occupational Therapy Building

 

October 18^th @ 10:45 a.m.

Olmsted Center

Hubbell Dining Hall

Alumni House

ROTC

Bell Center

Knapp Center

Fieldhouse

Tennis Center

 

October 21^st @ 10:45 a.m.

Cole Hall

Old Main

Ross Hall (Public Safety)

Vote Smart

Legal Clinic

Dial Center

Harkin Institute

Black Cultural Center

La Casa Cultural Center

CAYA House

FPM Buildings

 

All residence halls – October 21^st @ 6–9 p.m.

Campus Suites

Carpenter Hall

Crawford Hall

Goodwin-Kirk Hall

Herriott Hall

Jewett Hall

Stalnaker Hall

—Jen Rasmussen, Finance and Administration