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Athletic and recreational programming survey for students

Drake wants to continue a strong tradition of excellence in athletic and recreational programming. When it comes to the type of programming offered at Drake, student feedback is critical. All students are encouraged to complete this short survey designed to gauge student interest in athletic and recreational programming, including intramural, club, and intercollegiate athletic programs.

Even if you are not interested in additional programming or are satisfied with current offerings, it is important that we have your responses. This information will be used to help Drake evaluate its current intramural, club, and intercollegiate athletic programs. This information is also helpful in our efforts to comply with the gender equity law known as Title IX.

Thank you for taking a few minutes to provide us your feedback!

For more information about the athletic abilities and interests survey, contact Christine Marchand at christine.marchand@drake.edu or 515-271-1865.

—Submitted by Jerry Parker, Acting Dean of Students, and Kathryn Overberg, Title IX Coordinator, Equity & Inclusion Policy Specialist

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Apply for a Goldwater Scholarship

Drake students interested in a career in mathematics, the physical sciences, natural sciences, or engineering are invited to apply to the Barry M. Goldwater Scholarship and Excellence in Education Program. To be considered, interested sophomores and juniors should contact Gholam Mirafzal, (Department of Chemistry, 213 Morgan E. Cline Hall of Pharmacy and Science, x4811) no later than Nov. 30. More information, including the application, is available in blueView.

—Submitted by Gholam Mirafzal, Professor of Chemistry

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Study in Jerusalem

Study at one of the world’s most prestigious institutions, Hebrew University of Jerusalem. This top-ranked university co-founded by Albert Einstein is located on historic Mount Scopus and has a secure, campus-based environment.  Hebrew U offers a comprehensive curriculum at its Rothberg International School and extensive coursework in English. Notable alumni include Ariel Sharon and Natalie Portman.

Students interested in pursuing studies like business, journalism, peace and conflict studies, Middle Eastern languages, performing arts, and studio and design should stop by the Olmsted Breezeway today, Nov. 9, between 12:30 and 2 p.m. to talk with staff visiting from Israel.

This program is administered through the Institute For Study Abroad at Butler University, which offers extensive scholarship opportunities and gold-standard safety and security measures.

—Submitted by Jen Hogan, Associate Director, International Programs & Services and Education Abroad

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Wellness activities this week

Drake Recreational Services and APhA-ASP Operation Diabetes present the Diabetes Awareness Week Wellness Challenge!
Plan to exercise three of the six days from Sunday, Nov. 15–Friday, Nov. 20 AND sign up to participate in the 2K Glow Fun Run on Nov. 20—you will receive a prize! While exercising at the Bell Center or Drake Underground, sign your name at the front desk. Questions? Contact us at wellness@drake.edu.

Diabetes Awareness Week Wellness Presentation
Type 2 Diabetes is a serious health condition that has now reached near-epidemic levels. Understanding more about diabetes can help spread awareness to fight this disease. Join Drake Recreational Services on Nov. 16 at 6 p.m. in the Sussman Theater for an informational session about diabetes and what you can do to improve your lifestyle.

—Submitted by Ellen Lowe, Assistant Director of Recreational Services – Wellness

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Summer travel seminars

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A limited number of spots remain for students to register for Summer 2016 travel seminars. The courses being offered are:

  • China POLS 131: Searching for the Chinese Dream: Perspectives on Social Change in China
  • POLS 134/HIS 146/HON 069: Tri-Continental Trip—History, Politics and Society of Modern Egypt and Middle East Through Films
  • BUS 067/HIST 067/Honr 065: Sustainable Development in Africa

Learn more here.

—Submitted by Drake International

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Seniors: Learn more about Teach in China Program

You are invited to an informational session about Drake’s Teach in China Program. Graduating seniors and alumni can hear from Drake graduates who have participated previously. All sessions are to be held on Drake’s campus, but we welcome remote participants via Skype for non-Drake applicants. Please contact Kirk Martin should you need to attend remotely at 515- 271-3035, kirk.martin@drake.edu, or WeChat: kirkdavidmartin.

Info Sessions
Wednesday, Nov. 18
3:30–4:30 p.m., Drake International offices in The Point
OR
7–8 p.m., Olmsted Center, Pomerantz Conference Room

Tuesday, Dec. 1, 7–8 p.m. Olmsted Center, Pomerantz Conference Room

Thursday, Dec. 3, 3:30–4:30 p.m. Drake International

—Submitted by Kirk Martin, Director of Chinese Cultural Exchange Program

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Consider applying for a Truman Scholarship

If you are a junior at Drake and interested in public service, the Truman Scholarship might be for you! Drake can nominate up to four students for this prestigious scholarship. Applications are due Feb. 1, 2016, but now is the time to start. For more information, contact Professor Eleanor Zeff at eleanor.zeff@drake.edu.

—Submitted by Eleanor Zeff, Associate Professor of Politics and International Relations

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Opportunity for December graduates

Are you graduating in December and looking for a post-graduation opportunity?

The Iowa Community Health AmeriCorps Program is looking for individuals to serve in the following communities in Iowa: Winterset, Adel, Red Oak, Osceola, Chariton, and Ames/Des Moines.

Members will work on a variety of projects, including starting community gardens; creating safe routes to schools and walking school bus programs; researching smoke-free workplace policies; working with schools and businesses to implement Smarter Lunchrooms; and administering assessments to communities, schools, and businesses to implement new initiatives.

Full-time AmeriCorps members will serve 1,700 hours over the course of 11 months.

Benefits include:

  • $12,530 stipend paid out monthly
  • $5,730 Education Award upon successful completion of the program to be used to pay back qualified student loans or toward tuition at a qualified institution of higher education
  • Housing benefit of $100/month
  • Student loan forbearance
  • Health care coverage
  • Great work experience, professional development opportunities, and networking

The minimum requirements for the AmeriCorps position are:

  • Some college (bachelor’s degree preferred)
  • U.S. Citizen, national, or lawful permanent resident alien
  • Age 17 or older (no upper age limit)
  • Should have some experience or knowledge in the areas of health and wellness and the willingness and ability to collaborate with community members to develop programs and initiatives to improve the overall health of a community

Apply online or for more information or questions, contact Amanda Martin, 515-271-2767, amanda.martin@drake.edu.

—Submitted by Amanda Martin, AmeriCorps & Service-Learning Program Coordinator

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Interested in serving as an orientation leader?

Want to help welcome new students to Drake University? Want to get involved? Want an on-campus job this summer? Consider becoming an orientation leader!

Orientation leaders are dedicated to providing incoming students and their families with all of the information and resources necessary to ensure their transition to Drake is a smooth and enjoyable one.

We need you to help make this happen. Each year we recruit current Drake students to become part of the orientation leader staff. Orientation leaders play a vital role in this exciting process, working closely with new students and their families on a wide variety of topics including academics, student involvement, housing options, and more.

We highly encourage you to attend one of three information sessions:

  • Wednesday, Nov 18, 7 p.m.—Olmsted Center, Room 310/311
  • Friday, Dec. 4, 1 p.m.—Olmsted Center, TMR 132
  • Thursday, Jan. 28, 2016, 12 p.m.—Olmsted Center, Room 310/311

You will be compensated for your time and effort and gain valuable skills in this position. Please visit www.drake.edu/orientation/orientationleaders/ to learn more about the position, but if you have any questions, feel free to contact Marina Verlengia at marina.verlengia@drake.edu.

—Submitted by Marina Verlengia, Director, Campus Programming

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Health Relationship Support Group

  • Are you looking to heal from past relationships?
  • Are you looking to strengthen your existing relationships?
  • Do you have questions about whether or not your relationships are healthy?

If you answered yes to any of these questions, then this group is for you! Please join two certified advocates from local organizations and fellow Drake students for some great discussion and support in a private and confidential setting.

When: Mondays, 6:30–8 p.m., Oct. 26–Dec. 7
Where: Wesley House (on the corner of 28th Street and University Avenue)

Topics include:

  • Recognizing healthy vs. unhealthy relationships
  • Healing from unhealthy relationships
  • Self-care and boundaries
  • Healthy communication

This group will be run by Melissa Ulrickson, campus outreach specialist with Crisis Intervention Services and Stacey Granger, domestic violence outreach advocate with Children & Families of Iowa. Melissa is a certified sexual assault advocate with a bachelor’s degree in communication studies and working toward a master’s degree in professional counseling, and Stacey is a certified domestic abuse advocate with a bachelor’s degree in social work. If you have any questions regarding this group, please contact Melissa at 641-260-0432/melissau@stopdvsa.org or Stacey at 515-471-8699 x 133.

—Submitted by Alysa Mozak, Coordinator for Sexual Violence Response and Healthy Relationship Promotion