Drake International offers more than 500 education abroad programs in 70+ countries. Whether you’re studying accounting or history, want to study for a semester or just a few weeks, you’ll find an option for you. Explore your opportunities at the Education Abroad Fair on Oct. 4, 4–6 p.m., in Olmsted Center.

Affiliated study abroad providers and Drake faculty will be available to talk about study abroad options for Drake students. You can also talk with students who have participated in programs and discuss financial aid and scholarship options while enjoying an afternoon treat.

—Breanne Ellis, Study Abroad Advisor

As part of Health Professions Week, students interested in health professions are welcome to attend a Health Professions Graduate School Fair on Wednesday, Sept. 26, 5–7 p.m. in the Cline Atrium. Learn more about your career of interest and speak to program representatives from the following Midwest universities:

• Creighton University (Physical Therapy)
• University of Iowa (Physician Assistant)
• Palmer College of Chiropractic
• Des Moines University (all programs)
• Drake University College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences
• Drake University Law School
• Drake University College of Business & Public Administration
• Drake Professional and Career Development Services (information about applying to graduate school, résumés, interviewing, etc.)

—Katie Shields, Interim Coordinator, Student Programs

Not sure about your major and want to explore options?
Thinking about adding a major or minor and need more information?
Want to start exploring careers?

Join us for the Academic Fair on Wednesday, Sept. 28, in Parents Hall North, 3:30–5 p.m.

For more information, please contact Marina Verlengia at marina.verlengia@drake.edu. Hope to see you there!

—Marina Verlengia, Director, New Student Programs

Want to give campus tours? Want to host overnight visits with prospective students? Want to build up your resume? Come and join Admission Cole-ition, a student volunteer program through the Office of Admission.

Each year, Cole-ition members play an integral role in our Group Visit programs, providing campus tours and hosting prospective students. There are tons of opportunities to get involved! We’re hosting four informational sessions next week in Sussman for all new members:

• Sept. 19
  3:30–4:45 p.m.
• Sept. 21
  3:30–4:45 p.m.
• Sept. 22
  2–3:15 p.m.
• Sept. 23
  9–10:15 a.m.

Interested, but can’t attend an informational session? Email admissioncoleition@drake.edu and we can meet individually!

—Zack Blevins

Emerging Leaders Model (ELM) is a seven-week series of workshops for first-year students designed as a foundation for future leadership on campus, in the community, and beyond. Becoming an Emerging Leader is a great way to get acquainted with the endless opportunities for meaningful involvement at Drake. The program meets for one hour each week for seven weeks in a small group setting with a staff and upper-class student facilitator. Here are seven great reasons why you don’t want to miss out:

1.  ELM offers a jump start to leadership at Drake, equipping you with the tools and skills you need to dive into leadership and involvement in the college setting.
2. You’ll be in a small group creating connections with other students who are also interested in leadership, and you’ll leave the program with more connections.
3. Each week, you’ll meet different upper-class student leaders who will share about their experience and give valuable advice as you start in leadership at Drake.
4. You’ll be invited to a lunch off campus with Donald V. Adams, the man who is the inspiration for the whole institute.
5. You’ll leave the program with a vision statement, ‘futurerésumé,’ and action steps to reach your leadership goals at Drake.
6. ELM will empower you to take on leadership roles, opens the door to many future opportunities, and can boost your résumé!
7. It’s free, thanks to alumni who care about your development as our future leaders!

ELM will be offered Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 3 to 4 p.m. or 4 to 5 p.m. starting the week of Sept. 26. The deadline to register is Friday, Sept. 23; apply here: http://bit.ly/ELMFall16

If you have any questions, please email shelby.derrick@drake.edu or meghan.blancas@drake.edu.

—Meghan Blancas, Director, Student Leadership Programs

The Global Learning Scholarship application is live for students who are studying abroad spring 2017 and J-Term 2017. These scholarships are designed to enable students to reach their full potential as responsible global citizens. All global learning scholarships are need-based. The application deadline is Oct. 15. To learn more and to apply, visit this link. If you have any questions, please contact Maria Rohach at maria.rohach@drake.edu.

—Maria Rohach, Assistant Director, Drake Administered Programs Abroad

Like service? Like meeting new people? Want to be part of a national organization that is easy to fit into your schedule? Then Alpha Phi Omega may be for you! APO Service Fraternity is having recruitment week Monday–Friday, Sept. 19–23! Come sign up or get more information in the Olmsted Breezeway 11 a.m.–4 p.m. every day during recruitment week. Questions? Email recruitment.apo.omega@gmail.com.

—Grace Baumgartner

Thinking about studying abroad for a J-Term, summer, full semester, or yearlong program? Drake has a new application system that will now let you search for study abroad programs by term, subject, and location to make finding the perfect program easier for you. To start the search, visit www.drake.edu/studyabroad.

—Breanne Ellis, Education Abroad Advisor