Three days only, from November 13–15, the University Book Store is having a sale. Outerwear, sweatshirts, sweatpants, ¼ zips, long sleeve tees, diploma frames, and more will be 25% off. Shop in-store or online www.drake.bkstr.com. The Book Store is open from 9 a.m.–5:30 p.m. in the Olmsted Center.
Katie Wilz, University Book Store
Campus building hours will be adjusted for the Thanksgiving holiday. Most of campus will close at noon on Wednesday, November 21, and will remain closed to the general public through the end of the week. Card access will still allow you to enter your authorized buildings, and most regular door schedules will resume on Sunday, Nov. 26.
Please contact Public Safety (515-271-2222) if you have a door access emergency during this time. Feel free to email studentservices@drake.edu if you have a general (non-emergent) card access question or concern.
Cowles Library open hours/after-hours are listed on their website.
Sara Heijerman, Student Services Center
Dreaming of roasted turkey, smoked ham, and pumpkin pie? Join us for our annual Thanksgiving Feast on Wednesday, Nov. 14, beginning at 11 a.m. in Parents Hall. It is a come and go buffet that lasts until 2 p.m. Those attending the Solidarity Event are encouraged to come to the meal following the event.
The feast will include all of your favorite Thanksgiving dishes. The Drake Chamber Choir will be performing music from the Renaissance as well as Christmas Carols during the meal. This will also be a Zero Waste event, in which all tableware, food and waste will be composted.
Jennifer Bowersox, Drake Dining
ITS is making updates to Banner. As a result, access to Banner 9, Banner/DUSIS INB, MyDUSIS, Workflow, ODBC, eTranscripts, Online Balloting, and DSAP will be completely unavailable between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. on Saturday Nov. 17. This upgrade is being made to apply security and functionality upgrades and patches.
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, ITS
The safety of our students and the entire campus community is of the highest priority at Drake University. In response to comments in the recent Administrative Service Survey, Public Safety is offering a series of monthly programs for the campus community on campus and personal safety. The first program is tomorrow, Nov. 14, from 12–1 p.m. in the Olmsted Center. The topic of the program is “What to do if there is an active shooter on campus.”
If you have any questions about these offering or any security or safety issues, please contact Scott law at scott.law@drake.edu.
The all new $99 Family Pass allows an entire family admission to Drake Women’s Basketball regular season home games. The pass is valid for General Admission tickets for two named adults and all children 18 years of age and under in the same household. Kids Zone pre-game activities and inflatables will also be at select games throughout the season.
To order visit DrakeTix.com/familypass or contact the Drake Athletics Ticket Office at 515-271-3647.
Ryan Harris, Athletics
Bulldog Bootcamp Registration is now open. Become a better version of yourself with this six-week program aimed at developing a wholesome, healthy lifestyle. Challenge your mind and body with varied, functional workouts, learn about different wellness topics, and become a part of an online support group. In Bulldog Bootcamp, you will be challenged to reach your highest potential with weekly themes, prizes, and the option to meet with a wellness coach. Classes will be held Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7-7:30 p.m.
Registration is now open for students only, and will be open until spots are filled. Email wellness@drake.edu to register.
Drake Wellness
Drake Cheerleading is inviting students 8th grade and under to participate in a pregame Cheer Clinic on Saturday, Nov. 17, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Registration is $15 per participant. The Cheer Clinic includes:
Register at DrakeTix.com/cheer or call the Drake Athletics Ticket Office at 515-271-3647.
Ryan Harris, Athletics
Sigma Tau Delta, Drake’s English honor fraternity, is holding a book drive now. Visit the boxes placed throughout campus to donate children’s books. The books will be donated to the education library in Collier-Scripps Hall for teachers to start their future classroom libraries.
Alexus Kreft, Social Media Chair, Sigma Tau Delta