Please join the Broadlawns Drake Student Counseling Center in Johansen Student Center, Room 101 (lounge), on the first two Tuesdays and Thursdays of the school year from 1:30–3 p.m. Come learn about the mental health resources available to students and get connected to our counseling team.

Dates: August 26, August 28, September 2, and September 4
Time: 1:30–3 p.m.
Location: Johansen Student Center, Room 101 (lounge)

Each year, Drake Law holds an event in honor of Constitution Day. This year’s event will feature Nicholas Stephanopoulos, Kirkland & Ellis Professor of Law, Harvard Law School.

Stephanopoulos is a nationally recognized expert in election law, constitutional law, and democratic theory. His scholarship has appeared in leading law reviews and major media outlets.

The lecture will take place Thursday, Sept. 18, from 3–4 p.m. in Cartwright Hall, James A. Albert Classroom (213).

Find more information and register for the event.

— Dawn Brown, Office of the Dean, Drake Law School

Drake University Law School will host the Honorable Holly Thomas, U.S. Circuit Court Judge for the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals, for a special fireside chat on Sept. 8. The event is free and open to the public.

Judge Thomas brings a breadth of substantive experience to the bench, with a distinguished career that has focused on some of the nation’s most important constitutional rights and legal protections. Her work has advanced issues including the right to vote, the right to marry, equal employment, housing and educational opportunities, protections for pregnant people, and advocacy on behalf of service members.

The program will feature a conversational Q&A format, moderated by Drake Law professor and director of the Constitutional Law Center, Mark Kende, and Drake Law Dean Roscoe Jones, Jr.

Event detail include:

• When: 12:30 p.m. – Grab-and-go pizza provided; 12:40 p.m. – Program begins.
• Where: James A. Albert Classroom, Cartwright Hall, Drake University Law School.
• Registration: Free and open to the public, registration required.
• Note: This is an in-person event only; no live-stream or recording will be available.

“We are thrilled to welcome Judge Holly Thomas to Drake Law School for a Fireside Chat with Professor Kende and me,” said Dean Roscoe Jones, Jr. “Her remarkable career reflects a deep commitment to service and justice, offering inspiration to our students, faculty, and community.”

Click here for more information and to register for the event.

— Taylor Johnson, Drake Law

The campus community is invited to tune in for a special Everclass session on Aug. 19 at 12 p.m. via Zoom. The session will feature two Bulldogs who are taking their talents to the world stage. Reed Fischer, a 2017 Drake grad and elite marathoner, is headed to Tokyo as part of Team USA after clocking a 2:10:14 at the 2024 Chicago Marathon. Joining him will be Blake Boldon, Franklin P. Johnson Director of the Drake Relays, who will serve as Men’s Head Manager for Team USA. The two previously teamed up at international events, and now they will reunite at the 2025 World Athletics Championships. Hear their stories, insights, and what it means to represent both Team USA and Drake University on a global level.

Register to attend: https://drake-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/QC-EBDv_SbW9QKTIuFT15A#/registration.

Everclass is a series of virtual discussions designed to inspire Drake alumni and friends to dive into topics that will fuel curiosity, creativity, connection or career potential. All classes feature a keynote speaker, a panel discussion, or a Q&A style with a moderator. See a list of upcoming sessions.

— Andy Verlengia, Director of Alumni Relations

Take a look at our Group Fitness class lineup.

We have three new student instructors bringing fun and challenging classes to the mix.  We still have our ever-popular Cycle and Strength and a few yoga classes throughout the week.  Meditation Mondays is new and will travel around campus, so keep an eye on our social media and webpage for updates.

Download the Drake Rec App for information and to sign up!

— Gail Witte, Rec Services

President’s Summit: Tuesday, Aug. 26, 4–6 p.m., Parent’s Hall, Olmsted Center

The RSO President’s Summit will be held on Tuesday, Aug. 26, from 4–6 p.m. in Parent’s Hall, Olmsted Center. The summit is mandatory for RSO Presidents. If the president of your organization is unable to attend, please have at least one member of your Executive Council (VP, Treasurer, Secretary, etc.) or a designated representative attend in their absence. An email will be sent out to each registered student organization with more information.

Activities Fair: Thursday, Aug. 28, 4–6 p.m., Upper Olmsted

The Activities Fair will be held Thursday, Aug. 28, from 4–6 p.m. in upper Olmsted. Students, faculty, and staff are encouraged to stop by to see what opportunities are available to get active on campus. An email will be sent out to each registered student organization with more information. Email Tiffany Hach with questions.

— Tiffany Hach, Director of Student Life

No Parking on Forest Avenue from 30th Street to 27th Street as of Aug. 11.  This is a permanent change.

Temporary Closure: Carpenter Avenue between 25th and 24th streets Due to the DCI/Merge Project on 25th Street.

— Scott Law, Executive Director, Public Safety & Operational Services