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Campus Announcements Archive

Important Parking and Traffic Information for Wednesday

The Drake Women’s Basketball Team will face Lindenwood University on Wednesday, Dec. 3, at 11 a.m. in the Knapp Center. This game is part of the annual Character Counts Day, which brings more than 6,000 K–8 students to campus for an exciting experience.

To ensure smooth logistics and maintain safety and security during this large event, please note the following important updates:

Parking Changes

  • Lot 4 (Tennis Center) will be closed all day on Dec. 3 for bus parking.
  • If you have a Lot 4 permit, you may park in:
    • Lot 1 (FAC)
    • Lot 24 (Harkin) on Wednesday.

Traffic Advisory

  • Expect heavy traffic on Forest Avenue, especially near the Knapp Center and Bell Center, from morning until approximately 2:00 p.m.
  • Please allow extra time for travel and consider alternate routes if possible.

Street Parking Restrictions

  • There will be no parking on Clarke Street between 24th and 27th Streets on Dec. 3.

Thank you for your cooperation in helping us provide a safe and enjoyable experience for our guests and campus community. If you have questions, please contact Drake Public Safety.

— Scott Law, Public Safety & Operational Services

Campus Announcements Archive

Safety Reminders to Prevent Slips and Falls this Winter

Slips and falls can happen anytime or anywhere, but winter weather compounds these risks. There are several ways to minimize this risk to yourself and others:

  • Be alert and aware of your surroundings
  • Avoid obstacles in your path, including slippery or wet surfaces
  • Make sure work/personal areas have adequate lighting, and avoid storing things on the floor that could be a trip hazard
  • Move at a measured pace, avoid rushing or running
  • Increase caution in winter weather conditions: ice, snow, slush
  • Avoid walkways that have not yet been plowed/shoveled as able

Report any slip and fall concerns. The Guardian app through Public Safety allows for text reporting of safety issues anywhere on campus. Public Safety can also be called directly at 515.271.2222.

Staff members may also report issues to their building contact.

— Taylor Laverty, Environmental Health and Safety

Campus Announcements Archive

Drake Professors to Host Free Gen AI Update

Join Drake University professors Chris Porter and Chris Snider on Friday, Dec. 12, at 12 p.m. for a holiday-themed virtual overview to recent developments in generative artificial intelligence tools.

Whether you are new to generative AI or a seasoned veteran, this event is for you.

We will discuss LLM updates, legal rulings, upgrades for images (Nano Banana) and videos (Sora 2 and Veo 3.1), ChatGPT’s Atlas browser, Coca-Cola’s AI-created holiday commercial and more.

This virtual event is free and open to the public, so put on your holiday PJs and join the fun. Reserve your spot.

— Chris Snider, School of Journalism and Mass Communication

For Students Archive

Apply to be a Resident Assistant (RA)

The Office of Residence Life is accepting Resident Assistant Applications for the 2026–2027 school year. RA’s must be leaders, role models, and resources for their residents; however, just as important, they must be team players that work with and support other staff in their own hall as well as other halls on campus.

The application can be found at: https://drake.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_5pXxVd9fMFxpwGO

The application deadline is Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. (during J-Term).

There are two RA Informational sessions:

  • Saturday, Nov. 15, 2025, 6 p.m., CR 310, upper Olmsted
  • Friday, Dec. 5, 2025, 6 p.m., Pomerantz Stage, Olmsted (first floor by the bookstore)

For questions regarding the application or interview process, contact Randy E. McMullin, associate director of residence life, at randy.mcmullin@drake.edu. Consider reaching out to your own RA or another RA should you have questions about the position from a student perspective.

— Randy E. McMullin, Office of Residence Life

Campus Announcements Archive

Dogtown Food Drive Happening Now

In partnership with Impact Community Action Partnership, bring non-perishable items for donation at any of the following Dogtown businesses for exclusive deals.

  • Lucky Horse
  • University Library Cafe
  • Mars Cafe
  • Dough Co.
  • Varsity Cinema
  • Nos Books

Donations are accepted now through Dec. 23.

 — Nate Reagen, Office of the President

For Students Archive

Become a Bulldog Shop Content Creator

Do you love social media, building connections with fellow students, and Drake University?

Bulldog Shop is looking for a Content Creator—applications are open now!

What you’ll do:

  • Create engaging social media content
  • Champion the Bulldog Shop brand
  • Connect with fellow students
  • Gain real-world marketing experience for your resume

Why apply?

  • Expand your campus network
  • Flexible hours that fit your schedule
  • Paid opportunity—plus exclusive merch perks

Apply Today!

Link: https://forms.gle/qwoEQF4nXrBZ4Wdi7

— Bulldog Shop

HR Information Archive

Last Chance to Receive Your Wellness Health Insurance Premium Discount

Time is running out.  Employees on Drake’s health plan who wish to receive the wellness health insurance premium discount in 2026, need to complete a physical exam with an in-network provider between Dec. 1, 2024 and Nov. 30, 2025, and submit a completed Premium Discount-Annual Physical Form  by Dec. 1, 2025.

If you had a physical since Dec. 1, 2024, please fill out the form and turn it in now. If you cannot get an appointment with your doctor by the Dec. 1, 2025 deadline, or you do not have a primary care provider, you may contact the Broadlawns Community Clinic by Drake (2970 University Ave.) at 515-216-5100.  Let them know you are from Drake and need to make an appointment for a wellness exam.  Please do not wait until the last moment to contact them or they may not have available openings.

You can read more about the wellness premium discount program on the Wellness Premium Discount webpage.

Please contact Linda Feiden at linda.feiden@drake.edu with questions.

— Linda Feiden, Human Resources

Campus Announcements Archive

Rec Services Thanksgiving Hours

Recreational Services hours will be modified for the week of Nov. 22–30. Please see adjusted hours below.

Bell Center

Saturday, Nov. 22: 9am – 6pm

Sunday, Nov. 23: 12pm – 8pm

Monday, Nov. 24: 8am – 8pm

Tuesday, Nov. 25: 8am – 5pm

Nov. 26 – Nov. 30: CLOSED

Bell Center Pool

Check rec.drake.edu for updated hours.

Roger Knapp Tennis Center

Sunday, Nov. 23: 4pm-8pm

Monday, Nov. 24: 6pm – 8pm

Nov. 25 -Nov. 30: CLOSED

Underground Fitness

CLOSED