Mark your calendar for Wear It Wednesday on May 6. Students who come into Bulldog Shop wearing Drake gear can enjoy exclusive savings of 15% off one item*. Throw on your favorite Bulldog look and stop by to save!
*Exclusions apply. See store for details.
Calling all Drake students! Cheer on the Des Moines Menace at Mediacom Stadium throughout May with special student pricing. To secure your discounted ticket, click on the following link:
https://www.gofevo.com/group/DrakeMenace
— Jerry Parker, Vice President and Dean of Students
The Financial Aid Office would like to update students that there will be a delay in the release of financial aid offers for 2026-27. We understand how important this information is for your planning, and we sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.
The delay is due to additional processing time required to ensure accuracy and completeness of financial aid offers in response to the loan changes signed into law with the 2025 Budget Reconciliation Bill. Our team is working diligently to finalize offers as quickly as possible.
At this time, we anticipate that financial aid offers will be available in the coming weeks and will prioritize students with summer enrollment. Undergraduate and Pharmacy students enrolled during the summer who plan to use financial aid should complete a Drake Summer Financial Aid Application. Law, Graduate, OTD and Bright College students with summer enrollment of at least half-time will automatically be packaged for the summer term. We will notify you by email once your offer is ready to view.
If you have urgent concerns or questions, please don’t hesitate to contact the Financial Aid Office at financialaid@drake.edu or 515-271-2905. We appreciate your patience and understanding during this time.
— Kristi Fuller, Financial Aid Office
Mark your calendars for Wear It Wednesday on April 1. Students who come into Bulldog Shop wearing Drake gear can enjoy exclusive savings of 15% off one item.* Throw on your favorite Bulldog look and stop by to save!
*Exclusions apply. See store for details.
— Bulldog Shop
Come to the Bell Center Fitness Studio on Saturday, April 4, at 10 a.m. or 11 a.m. for a fun, relaxing session of puppy yoga. The session will include 30 minutes of instruction, followed by 15 minutes of puppy cuddles and play. Spots are limited, so sign up now on the Drake Rec. App.
This event is in collaboration with Drake Student Activities Board (SAB) and the Animal Rescue League of of Iowa (ARL).
— McKinleigh Holland, PH
Join a student led Q&A with Charlie Cook ahead of his discussion on the state of American politics and the 2026 primary season.
About
Join us for a student-led Q&A with Charlie Cook on Wednesday, April 16, 2026 from 2–3:15 p.m. at The Harkin Institute.
The Q&A will take place before his talk at the Sheslow Auditorium at 7:30 p.m.
An Evening with Charlie Cook offers an opportunity to hear insight and analysis on the state of American politics from one of the nation’s leading authorities on the U.S. political landscape. As the country moves through another pivotal election cycle, Cook will share his perspective on the 2026 primary elections, emerging political trends, and the broader forces shaping the national political environment ahead of the general election.
Cook is a political analyst for National Journal, founder of the Cook Political Report, co-author of recent editions of the Almanac of American Politics, and a member of the National Advisory Council for The Harkin Institute. Known for his nonpartisan analysis and deep understanding of electoral politics, Cook regularly provides insight on the evolving dynamics influencing campaigns, parties, and voters across the country.
— The Harkin Institute
Graduation is right around the corner. Join us March 25 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. for Grad Fair at Pomerantz Stage and get everything you need to cross the stage with confidence.
Meet with representatives from the Student Alumni Association, the Registrar’s Office, and Herff Jones (class rings and announcements) to place orders, ask questions, and make sure you’re fully prepared for graduation.
If you’ve already ordered your regalia, Grad Fair will be the first day you can pick up cap & gown orders!
If you haven’t ordered yet, stop by the Grad Fair to grab a grad bundle and get $26 off a diploma frame or a free souvenir tassel with your bundle purchase. Grad bundles include cap & gown, tassel, and stole of gratitude (hood included for Master’s and Doctorate).
We even heard that Griff might make a special appearance! We’ll see you there.
— Bulldog Shop
Take a moment to pause, breathe, and recharge at Paws & Reset Day on April 2. Join us in the Olmsted Breezeway and Pomerantz Stage from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. for free tacos, activities, mental health resources, and giveaways. Start your day with yoga from 10–10:30 a.m.
Hosted by Drake’s Holistic Wellness Committee and the Occupational Therapy Doctorate (OTD) Program, this event is open to all students—stop by, take a break, and stay as long as you’d like.
— Sydni Jennings, Director of Access and Success
Discover where an Arts & Sciences degree can take you. Join us on Thursday, March 26, from 5–7 p.m. in Johansen Student Center, Room 50 (Fisher-Stelter Hall) to hear alumni share the twists, turns, and defining moments of their career paths, from surprises and challenges to meaningful wins (registration required). Gain practical insights, learn from their experiences, and connect with fellow students and graduates during this engaging networking event.
Alumni Participants:
Register here: https://tinyurl.com/ybke5s5b
Refreshments will be served and free professional headshots will be available.
Come practice networking and build lasting connections with Drake Arts & Sciences Alumni!
— Jill Allen, Associate Dean, College of Arts & Sciences
Slay Fund for Social Justice: Call for Summer Internship Applications
The Slay Fund for Social Justice invites applications for funded student summer internships, available to current Drake undergraduate or graduate students for Summer 2026.
Interested students should identify a community organization or non-profit group working on a project related to community engagement, diversity, or social justice and submit a letter of interest and a copy of their resume/curriculum vitae to Dr. Jill Allen, Director of the Slay Fund for Social Justice, at slayfund@drake.edu.
Applications will be accepted through May 1, 2026, with funding decisions announced before the conclusion of the Spring 2026 Semester.
Program Requirements and Details
Students are encouraged to follow the guidance of the Office of Community Engaged Learning & Service for identifying potential community partners or utilizing the DUGood platform to find current opportunities.
About the Slay Fund for Social Justice
The Slay Fund for Social Justice is a wide-ranging endowed fund which aims to (1) support programs and initiatives which directly advance social justice and (2) continues important ongoing work around advancing social justice work in the Drake community. This fund is made possible through the generous support of Drake alumni, Brent and Diane Slay, who have shared in Drake’s commitment to elevate diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice conversations and encourage social justice action.
— Jill Allen, Slay Fund for Social Justice Director
