Faculty, the deadline for final grade entry for the spring semester is 10 a.m. on Wednesday, May 23. Exception: final grades for the Law School are due on Tuesday, May 29.
The final evaluation schedule includes a listing of when and where courses are scheduled to meet for their final evaluations.
— Kevin Moenkhaus, Office of the Registrar
All In is this Thursday and Friday from noon to noon! The 24-hour online giving day is an opportunity to make a huge difference in a short amount of time, but in order to be successful, we need all of us—faculty, staff, students, alumni, parents, and fans—to be all in.
Challenge opportunity
Thanks to a group of generous donors, gifts made during All In can go even further. If 1,000 people make a gift, alumni Doug Zinser, AS ’96, Al McCoy, FA ’54, and Paul, JO ’68, and Laura Miller, AS ’70, will collectively give $50,000 to Drake. Be sure to participate and be counted as one of 1,000 to earn this substantial amount for the University.
How to be All In
Don’t forget, the entire campus community is encouraged to wear Drake gear on both April 5 and 6! Faculty and staff who make a purchase at the Bookstore this week will be entered into a drawing to win a $25 gift card—this is in addition to the standing 20 percent off discount faculty and staff receive.
For questions about All In, contact Becca Widmer, director of annual giving, at becca.widmer@drake.edu.
— Becca Widmer, University Advancement
Each month, a faculty member, nominated by their dean, is recognized for their efforts to integrate innovative technology into the classroom. March’s digital faculty member of the month is Michael Q. Rieck, associate professor of computer science. Read an interview between ITS and Mark.
What type of technology do you use?
VirtualBox with Ubuntu and Minix virtual disks
In what context do you use this technology?
Lab work, during regular class sessions
In what course do you use this technology?
CS 160: Operating Systems
How does this type of technology align with your teaching pedagogy?
It gives students an opportunity to do some Linux systems programming, and to rewrite source code for Minix and explore the effects.
Where did you get the inspiration to make a change?
It started more than a decade ago. Minix goes along with a textbook by Tanenbaum, and I wanted students to wrestle with OS source code, and Minix seemed easier than Linux.
How long did it take for you to implement this technology?
Including labs that I developed, it took about half a year to get it all set up.
Did ITS assist you in implementing this technology?
Yes, particularly with the installation of VirtualBox in FAC 335, which is a room I depended upon for Ubuntu and Minix labs, until recently.
Are you interested in trying out new technology in your classroom? Want help from ITS staff? Schedule a technology adoption consultation.
—Erin Ulrich, CPHS, and Carla Herling, ITS
In support of Drake’s increased programming for first generation students, Provost Mattison is hosting an ice cream social on Wednesday, April 4, from 4 to 5 p.m. in Shivers Hospitality Suite. This is an opportunity to celebrate Drake’s first generation students, staff, and faculty and to continue building relationships and support within the community.
If you are able to attend, please RSVP by Friday, March 30.
If you have any questions, contact lauren.locante@drake.edu or orientation@drake.edu.
— Marina Verlengia, Academic Excellence and Student Success
Reminder: The next Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL) lunch is Friday, March 30, at 12 p.m. in Medbury Hall, Room 201. The lunch discussion is an opportunity for those engaged in SoTL projects at any level—from just thinking about starting one, to almost complete, or those simply curious about SoTL—to share ideas, seek advice, or ask questions of colleagues engaged in the process. While it is too late to sign up for a lunch, you are welcome to attend and bring your own lunch.
— Art Sanders, Associate Provost
President Martin will meet with facilities and staff this Thursday from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. in the Olmsted Center, Pomerantz Stage, to discuss the University’s draft of core values. This casual gathering will include a chance to provide feedback and ask questions about the core values. The meeting is presented by All Staff Council.
— Nancy Geiger, Office of the Registrar/All Staff Council
All Staff Council elections are now open. Please take a few minutes to vote for your representatives for the 2018-2019 All Staff Council. Voting ends April 14.
—Tony Tyler, Division of Student Affairs/All Staff Council
Volunteer with your colleagues for an afternoon of meal packaging at Meals from the Heartland. We’ll package meals from 1 to 3 p.m. on April 13 at the Heartland Facility, 357 Lincoln St., West Des Moines. Volunteers are encouraged to help clean up after the shift, then mingle with colleagues at The Tavern Restaurant.
Please register through Eventbrite before April 6. Direct any questions about the event to Heidi Weiss at heidi.weiss@drake.edu. All volunteers are automatically entered into the 2018 All Staff Council parking pass drawing.
When you package meals, you’re helping thousands of hungry people throughout the world. Meals are transported directly to locations where people are undernourished or starving. Not only are you helping people in need, but meal packaging is also a fun, easy way to volunteer and get to know other staff members. You may be able to use your Community Service Leave Form for this event—check with your manager to see if this is an option.
If you can’t make it to the event, but would like to participate in some way, you may donate directly to Meals From the Heartland on their website. And of course, you can continue to bring in non-perishable items to be placed in the Little Food Pantries located on and around the Drake campus. For more information, review the ASC Hunger Fight Flyer.
— Heidi Weiss, University Advancement/All Staff Council
All In, Drake’s annual 24-hour giving campaign, is next Thursday and Friday, April 5 and 6, from noon to noon. It marks a day when faculty, staff, alumni, students, parents, and friends unite to show their support and pride for the University. The campaign raises funds to support Drake’s greatest needs. The donations made will affect every area of campus and impact the life of every student, current and future.
https://www.facebook.com/allinDrake/videos/768465180030326/
VIDEO: For more videos and campaign updates follow the All In Facebook page.
As Drake employees, we commit ourselves to making Drake a better place every single day—and nobody knows Drake’s needs better than we do. Last year, 183 faculty and staff went All In, and overall, the campaign raised more than $150,000 from 852 donors. This year we aim to be even more successful.
In fact, this year three generous alums have joined together to offer a challenge. If 1,000 members of the Drake community make a gift during All In, they will collectively donate $50,000. This is a tremendous opportunity to make your gift go even further and help unlock a substantial amount of support for Drake.
Here are five more important reasons to give:
Think your gift won’t make a difference?
Think again. Collective giving makes a huge impact. Every gift, no matter the size, makes a difference, and puts us closer to achieving our goal of 1,000 donors and $50,000 for Drake.
You can make your gift during the event at drake.edu/all-in.
Attend the social and show your Drake pride
Attend a social on Thursday, April 5, from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. in the lower level of Collier-Scripps Hall to celebrate All In. A drink ticket and snacks will be provided. This is an opportunity to learn more about All In. Don’t forget to wear your Drake gear to celebrate All In on April 5 and 6.
Want to know more?
If you have any questions about the event and how you can be All In, contact Becca Widmer, director of annual giving, at becca.widmer@drake.edu.
— Becca Widmer, University Advancement
The next Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL) lunch is Friday, March 30, at 12 p.m. in Medbury Hall, Room 201. The lunch discussion is an opportunity for those engaged in SoTL projects at any level—from just thinking about starting one, to almost complete, or those simply curious about SoTL—to share ideas, seek advice, or ask questions of colleagues engaged in the process. To receive lunch, register by Monday, March 26, at 4 p.m.
—Art Sanders, Associate Provost
