Join us for this two-part, one-hour workshop series exploring Capoeira, the Afro-Brazilian martial art that blends movement, music, and rhythm. Learn the fundamentals of Capoeira’s flowing kicks, dodges, and acrobatics, while experiencing its cultural roots and community spirit. No prior experience needed—just bring curiosity, energy, and a willingness to move!
— Gail Witte, Rec Services
All recreational facilities (Bell Center, Tennis Center, and Underground Fitness) will be closed on Wednesday, Oct. 1 from 6–10 p.m.
— Allison Bjork, Rec Services
Need a break from classes and stress? Come unwind at Puppy Yoga — the perfect blend of gentle yoga and adorable puppy playtime! Puppy Yoga will be held Sept. 27 from 10:30–11 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.–12 p.m. Instructors will guide you through a relaxing flow while playful pups roam around spreading joy. All levels welcome. Bring your mat, bring your friends, and get ready to smile.
— Gail Witte, Rec Services
Looking to ‘spice up’ your Spring? Need to take care of some AOIs? Consider the DU Spain: Drake Semester in Seville program!
Applicants can apply for the program through Via Global. The deadline to submit an application is Wednesday, Oct. 1.
Join a group of Drake students in sunny Seville, Spain this spring! Keep 100% of your financial aid & presidential scholarships – just pay your normal Drake tuition plus the program’s room & board. This year, there is even an option for a NO STUDENT VISA track – saving you time & money. You’ll visit Morocco, Portugal, Gibraltar, and other cities in Spain as part of the program’s excursions. Professor Dave Courard-Hauri will accompany the cohort of Drake students and teach ENS 050: Sustainable Food Systems in Southern Spain. This course has 2 AOIs: Engaged Citizen; Scientific Literacy. In addition, you’ll take local courses (in English OR Spanish), which can be pre-approved to count towards your major(s), minor(s), concentration, and/or AOIs. Questions? Email studyabroad@drake.edu!
— Emily Erschen, Global Engagement
Join us for family weekend Oct. 2–5! Family Weekend is an opportunity for families to connect with their student’s experience on campus and show off their Bulldog pride.
Family Weekend is more than a celebration for students and families; it’s a time for our entire community—faculty, staff, students, families, and alumni—to come together and enjoy everything that makes being a Bulldog special.
Check out an overview of this year’s lineup. For the full weekend schedule, ticket links, and more, visit the Drake Family Weekend website.
Thursday, October 2
Friday, October 3
Saturday, October 4
Sunday, October 5
This weekend is truly designed for everyone! We encourage you to bring your loved ones and experience the joy of Drake together.
— Lynne Cornelius, Associate Dean of Students
Grab your walking shoes and join the Healthiest State Walk on Wednesday, Oct. 1. All faculty, staff, and students are encouraged to meet at noon at the start of the Bulldog Mile. This one-mile path begins outside the Olmsted Center (just southeast of the building). Pick up a sticker at the beginning of the walk and wear it. If you still have it on at the end of the walk, you will receive a raffle ticket for a chance to win a prize. If that’s not enough, you can earn additional raffle tickets with a deck of cards and a little luck.
If it is raining, we will move the event to the indoor track at the Knapp Center. Come alone, bring a friend, or make it a team or department event! Let’s get moving!
— Linda Feiden, Human Resources
If you are looking for a way to motivate yourself to get up and move more, join this year’s Walktober step challenge. Drake is competing with Des Moines University to see which site’s competitors can achieve the highest average step total during the month of October. The winning site claims the Walktober traveling trophy for a year and bragging rights.
You are welcome to register as an individual or create a team (adding a little internal competition to our already external one). If you would like to participate, please send an email to linda.feiden@drake.edu. If you are putting together a team, please include your team’s name, team captain, and team members (4-8 people per team). Registration deadline is Friday, Sept. 26.
— Linda Feiden, Human Resources
Friendly reminder that this organizational view of institutional leadership is a great way to get to know the leadership here at Drake. Instead of just a text view, there are photos of each person. This can be found on the Office of the President page and is maintained by the President’s Office. Bonus: if you click on a person’s image, you will be directed to their corresponding web page to learn more. It is a handy tool, especially if you are new to Drake.
— Nate Reagen, Office of the President
OpenAir Carbon Removal Challenge is an intercollegiate competition focused on carbon collection. If anyone is interested in participating, please visit the link for more information: https://luma.com/zae5n44d.
If there are any questions regarding the challenge, please contact Edward Kelley edward.kelley@drake.edu.
— Jacob Lemons, Fine Arts Coordinator
Did you know that you can request compost bins for your events? See the links below to each guide to learn how to request a compost bin for your next event. Linked in the guide is a graphic explaining what is compostable in our industrial compost system. Email sustainability@drake.edu with any questions.
Here is a link to the Student Event Compost Guide.
Here is a link to the Faculty/Staff Compost Guide.
