• Date: Saturday, Nov. 22
• Time: 5–8 p.m.
• Location: Parents Hall, Olmsted Center

Join the Sustainability Coordinator for a lovely Fall walk to learn about the sustainability initiatives around campus. The walk will be held Tuesday, Oct. 28, at 12 p.m. We will meet at the start of the Bulldog Mile by the Olmsted Center (see the star on the map).

— Sydney Dvorak, Sustainability Coordinator

What: Neighborhood Welcome Event
When: Thursday, Oct. 23, from 4:30–6 p.m.
Where: 1132 26th Street, Des Moines, Iowa

Come join a special evening celebrating the return of the historic Stockham Home to its new location in the Drake Neighborhood—a story of preservation, partnership, and community pride. The Stockham House is an architectural treasure that has been expertly relocated and restored to ensure its legacy endures.

Enjoy:
• Guided tours of the restored home
• Stories of its history and preservation
• Networking with InvestDSM, Drake Neighborhood Association, Drake University, Dogtown Business and Entertainment District
• Light refreshments and community fellowship

Celebrate what’s possible when neighbors, institutions, and local partners unite to preserve our shared heritage and strengthen our community.

RSVP’s encouraged but not required.

— Nate Reagen, Office of the President

Verizon currently operates a cell tower atop the McCoy Apartment building at 1220 31st Street, a property owned by Drake University. To enhance service capacity and upgrade equipment, Verizon has proposed relocating the tower to the roof of Goodwin-Kirk Residence Hall.

Drake University has collaborated with Verizon consultants over the past year to develop this plan. The City of Des Moines has granted final approval for the rooftop antenna installations, which will include required screening. Supporting equipment will be housed in a secure, fenced area between Goodwin-Kirk Residence Hall and Aliber Hall.

Contractors are now finalizing schedules, with construction expected to begin later this fall and wrap up by early winter. Facilities Planning and Management, along with Residence Life, will keep Goodwin-Kirk residents informed throughout the project and ensure all work complies with campus protocols while minimizing disruptions.

— Kevin Moran, Executive Director Facilities, Planning and Management

It’s National Transfer Student Week, Oct. 20–24. This is a time for us to celebrate and recognize our transfer students and appreciate the faculty and staff who support them. Faculty, staff, and students can join the celebrations all week long:

Follow @drakestudentcentral on Instagram all week as we put some of our transfer student leaders in the spotlight!

Monday, October 20 – Transfer Student T-Shirt Swap
📍 Olmsted Breezeway
🕛 12:00–2:00 p.m.
Stop by our table wearing a t-shirt from your previous college/university and pick up a free Drake t-shirt (while supplies last), symbolizing your transition to becoming a Bulldog. Griff will visiting from 12:15 – 12:45 pm!

Wednesday, October 22 – Free Lunch in the Dining Hall
📍 Hubbell Dining Hall
🕦 11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
Pick up a free lunch ticket in the lobby of Hubbell Dining (while supplies last) and enjoy a meal on us. Look for the reserved tables signs to join other transfer students, staff and faculty.

Friday, October 24 – Women’s Volleyball Game
📍 Knapp Center
🕔 Meet at 5:45 p.m. in the Knapp Center Lobby. Game starts at 6:00 p.m. Cheer on the Bulldogs as they take on Indiana State! Students get in free! We also have a limited number of free tickets for a Drake student’s plus one (while supplies last). Please email Alicia.hilligas@drake.edu if you are planning to bring a guest.

We are proud of our transfer students and programs, and hope that ‘all roads lead to home’ at Drake.

— Jill Batten, Office of Advising

University Communications and Marketing will hold professional headshot sessions Friday, Nov. 7, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Old Main, Room 115. The sessions are free to all students, faculty, and staff.

High-resolution portraits are made available for download through SmugMug 3-6 weeks after the photos are taken.

— Jimmy Hoover, University Communications and Marketing

Join us for an exclusive Everclass session with David Lubbers, JO’86—former ESPN investigative producer and award-winning sports journalist—now Assistant Professor of Multimedia News Journalism at Drake. Over nearly two decades at ESPN, Lubbers produced stories for E:60, Outside the Lines, and SportsCenter, covering everything from Super Bowls to Michael Jordan. A career highlight: interviewing legendary coach John Wooden—and asking about Drake’s 1969 Final Four matchup with UCLA. With multiple Peabody and Emmy Awards, Lubbers brings unmatched storytelling experience and a deep passion for journalism.

When: Thursday, Oct. 23, at 12 p.m.
Where: Zoom – Register for free

— Andy Verlengia, Alumni Relations

Drake Panhellenic and IFC will be hosting trick-or-treating on 34th Street at the sorority and fraternity houses. The event will be on Thursday, Oct. 30, from 5–7 p.m. We would love to have everyone join us for a fun-filled night of candy, games, and more.

— Ella Bloom, PH’26

Cybersecurity Awareness Month: Strengthen Our Digital Safety Together!

October marks Cybersecurity Awareness Month, and the entire Bulldog community is invited to take important steps to boost our collective digital safety and awareness. With the rise of AI-driven threats and evolving online risks, now is the perfect time to learn, participate, and take action to protect yourself and our university.

Access practical guides and the latest security updates on the ITS Internal Site (login required), which includes additional information to help you stay safe and secure online. 

Stay Connected and Informed

• Follow Us on Instagram: Stay up to date with real-time security tips, campus news, and interactive content by following @drakeitservices on Instagram.
• Starbucks Incentive: Visit the ITS Support Center in Carnegie Hall and show one of our Instagram posts to receive a coupon for our campus Starbucks location—a reward for your commitment to campus security!

Faculty & Staff: Mandatory Security Awareness Training

• Required Training: All faculty and staff must complete the annual “Security Awareness Foundations” training during Cybersecurity Awareness Month—a concise, 20-minute online module provided by our partner, KnowBe4.
• Key Dates: Watch for your invitation email on Wednesday, October 22 and finish the training by November 21. Managers will receive reminder emails during the final week for anyone who hasn’t completed the training.
• Why It Matters: This training reviews fundamental cybersecurity habits—the “core 4”—and covers new challenges posed by AI threats. Your participation is essential for campus security.

If you have questions about the training or need help, contact the ITS Support Center at the information below.

Need Help? 

Whether you’re a student, faculty, or staff member, if you have questions about cybersecurity or need assistance, reach out to the ITS Support Center at service.drake.edu/its or 515-271-3001.

Cybersecurity is our shared responsibility. By staying informed, participating in training, and practicing smart habits, we can build a safer digital environment for everyone. Visit our Internal Site for more resources and join us in making Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2025 a success!

— Becky Klein, ITS

Once again, Drake University is proud to be highlighted as part of the IMT Des Moines Marathon, on Sunday, Oct. 19. The famed ‘Blue Oval’ and the Drake campus will be part of the race around the mile 9  marker.  Runners will approach Drake from 25th to Carpenter, left into the campus and south through campus to 27th to run the oval. Both DPS and DMPD staff will be here to insure a safe race course.

The IMT Marathon will place runners in and around Drake from 8:30 – 11:30 am.  Please expect traffic disruptions both near campus and throughout the racecourse.

For more information on the IMT Des Moines Marathon and course, please click this link – DMM-Athlete-Guide-2024.