MyDUSIS will be unavailable on Friday, June 7 between 5–6 a.m. while ITS applies a critical security patch. During this brief window, all MyDUSIS functionality (including time sheets, leave reports, degree audits, and viewing grades) will be unavailable.

We appreciate your patience while we perform this necessary work. If you continue to have any issues after the planned maintenance window, please contact the Support Center at 515-271-3001 or visit service.drake.edu/its to report your issue.

–Carla Herling, Information Technology Services

It is with great sadness we share the passing of Dale Miller, professor emeritus of religion. His daughter shared the following obituary.

Dale Miller—former-pastor, author, activist, educator, and friend–passed away on May 21, 2019, where he was living at Brookdale Senior Living. He was 96.

Dale had a BA and MA in Religion from Phillips University (1944, 1945); a BD in Theology from Vanderbilt (1949); and a PhD in Church History from University of Chicago (1955). He taught religion at Drake University from 1954 until 1993 before earning emeritus status.

Among his other accomplishments, he was the first pastor at the new Disciples church in Huntsville, Alabama; was active in the Civil Rights Movement, and published three books: A Special Kind of Mother (1974), An Adult Son: A Study of the Gospel of Mark (1974), and The Gospel of Mark as Midrash on Earlier Jewish and New Testament Literature (1990).

A Memorial Service will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, June 15, 2019 at Foxwood Springs Living Center, Bromwell Hall, 1500 W. Foxwood Dr. Raymore, Missouri 64083.

He is survived by his wife of 72 years, Betty, their 6 children, and many grandchildren. Dale was a professor, minister, and political activist. He lived a life of generous service and love.

Those who wish may donate in Dale’s memory to St. Andrews Church, Raymore Christian Church, or the Foxwood Springs Fellowship of John.

Just in time for Father’s Day, beginning June 4–June 17, all golf gear is 15% off at the bookstore website.

Thank you!

–Caron Findlay, Finance & Administration

This year, Drake University will be walking as a group in the Des Moines Pride Parade on Sunday, June 9. Faculty, staff, and students are invited to participate as we show support for the LGBTQ+ community and our pride in Drake University. All participants should meet at the Lucas State Office Building on 321 E. 12th Street (east of the Capitol) at 11 a.m. The parade will start at noon. Wear Drake apparel (Drake blue if possible). Drake will provide Drake Pride pins and beads for the parade. (The parade route is about a mile long and runs west on Grand Ave., from East 12th to East 2nd.)

RSVP here.

And follow the Facebook event for more info.

Questions? Contact Kim Jones, kim.jones@drake.edu.

–Alicia Chilton, University Communications & Marketing

From May 21 – June 3, the campus book store’s online site shop.drake.edu will have free shipping with a $50 purchase. Visit shop.drake.edu

–Caron Findlay, Business and Finance Office

Drake Relays merchandise is 50% off. Save money and shop early for the best selection of T-shirts, long sleeve tees, crews, and more.

May Store Hours:
May 20–21 9 a.m.–5:30 p.m.
May 22–23 10 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
May 24 10 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
May 25–27 Closed
May 28–30 10 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
May 31–June 1 10 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

–Katie Wilz, University Book Store

OnCampus will move to a biweekly schedule through the summer months. The newsletter will be delivered to faculty, staff, and student inboxes every other Tuesday. It will resume to a weekly distribution schedule Aug. 27.

Summer distribution dates:
Tuesday, May 21
Tuesday, June 4
Tuesday, June 18
Tuesday, July 2
Tuesday, July 16
Tuesday, July 30
Tuesday, Aug. 13
Tuesday, Aug. 27

Ashton Hockman, University Communications & Marketing

Short’s Travel is the exclusive provider for all Drake air travel transactions. When using the Drake P-Card for airfare, it should only be used with Short’s and no other airline booking sites. This eliminates the need for reimbursement requests to Accounting for air travel. If you feel that you require an exception, please contact Caron Findlay prior to making your arrangements.

— Caron Findlay, Business and Finance Office

Most campus buildings have shortened or administrative hours (7:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.) during the summer.

Additionally, doors to most buildings will be locked for the Memorial Day holiday (Monday, May 27). Card access will still allow you to access your authorized buildings, but they will be locked to the general public due to decreased staffing and foot traffic. Regular door schedules will resume on Tuesday.

Please contact Public Safety (515-271-2222) if you have a door access emergency during this time. Feel free to email the SSC (studentservices@drake.edu) if you have a general (non-emergent) card access question or concern.

Have a great summer!

Sara Heijerman, Student Services Center

The Drake Choir and Chamber Choir will tour Italy, France, and Austria, beginning May 22. Enjoy their concert program at a performance on May 21, 4 p.m., at St. Ambrose Cathedral, 607 High Street, in downtown Des Moines. There is no charge for this concert, which will be followed by an ice cream social sponsored by Drake President Marty Martin. Please note that this is a change of location.

Kayla Jenkins, College of Arts & Sciences