Drake’s Working Worldwide program is open for 2023–2024 with an extended deadline of May 15, with an acceptance on a rolling basis. The Working Worldwide Program offers recent graduates from any academic background the opportunity to live and work in Kosovo working at a company, non-profit, or governmental organization for up to one year. Whether you are interested in gaining professional, international, or cultural experience, the Working Worldwide Program will work to find the best setting to help you meet your goals. View the application to get more details and meet with Chelsea Funk to discuss whether this is the right opportunity for you. 

— Chelsea Funk, Assistant Director of Education Abroad

Applications are open for student ambassadors through the Office of Admission for positions beginning Fall 2023, with potential to begin this summer. Student Ambassadors share their campus experience with prospective students and parents during tours and student panels and assist with office projects. The paid position requires a minimum of four hours per week, with flexibility in scheduling. For more information, and to apply, click here.

Applications are due at midnight on April 10th.

Student Ambassadors represent the wide variety of academic majors, student involvement, and diversity within the Drake student body. Reach out to admissioncoleition@drake.edu with any questions.

— Deneen Dygert, Admission

Undergraduate and pharmacy students who wish to borrow federal student loans for the summer semester must complete the Summer Financial Aid Application.

Graduate and law students who are registered at least half-time (5+ credits) for summer and who have completed the 2023–2024 FAFSA will automatically be offered their federal student loan eligibility for the summer semester.

— Ryan Zantingh, Director of Financial Aid

Drake Cheer tryouts for the 2023–2024 year will be held May 6 at 8 a.m. in the Knapp Center. The Drake Cheerleading Team consists of men and women whose primary purpose is to support Drake athletics and Drake University. The purpose of the squad is to boost school spirit, promote good sportsmanship, develop positive crowd involvement, and help student participants and spectators enjoy the athletic event. Cheer squad activities should center on leading and directing the cheering of fans. Find more information about Drake Cheer and tryouts.

— Megan Franklin, Athletics

Deconstruct basic exercises and learn proper alignment in a workshop on lifting weights on March 28 from 4–5 p.m. Whether you’re new the world of weightlifting, or just want to double check your form, we’ll have a fun going through squats, deadlifts, push-ups and more! Free fitness journal for the first ten people who sign up.

— Gail Witte, Recreational Services

Join us at the Bell Center for a blacklight fitness party April 13 from 7:45–9 p.m. Glow Mix is a combination of high intensity interval training and yoga flow. We’ll provide the glow paint, sticks, and bracelets!

— Gail Witte, Recreational Services

Bulldogs, the midterm and end of the year can feel extra stressful. Many students seek out counseling to assist with their stress during this time. The great news is that we have a new resource called Uwill which offers immediate access to teletherapy, a 24/7/365 Drake crisis line for Drake Students, and more than 50 self-help resources!

It is free and all you have to do is sign up at app.uwill.com with your drake email.

If you need assistance, there is support available for you. We hope you sign up today.

— Kayla Bell-Consolver, Student Counseling Center

The web-based Drake Undergraduate Social Science Journal (DUSSJ) is now accepting paper submissions for its Spring 2023 edition. Any current Drake undergraduate (or recent graduate) is eligible to submit a paper on a topic in the social sciences (political science, international relations, anthropology, sociology, economics, history, philosophy, religion, and social psychology). Submissions may be short analytic essays or longer research papers. Papers that feature thoughtful, original analysis, polished writing, and careful citation are especially welcome!

No more than one submission per person will be considered. Submissions will be peer-reviewed by a student editorial board. When submitting a paper, please indicate the primary discipline and any secondary discipline(s).

Paper submission deadline is March 10. Questions and submissions should be directed to the DUSSJ faculty advisor Professor Li and DUSSJ Acquisitions Editor at advisor.dussj@gmail.com. 

— Stephanie Kiel, AS’23

The Office of Community Engaged Learning is hiring for the summer and next academic year. Working in the CEL office is a great way to gain skills, connect with campus and community, and make a positive difference.

For this summer, we are hiring two students to help with the Sprout Garden. One person will focus on maintaining the garden (planting, weeding, watering, harvesting) and leading volunteer groups in the garden; and one will plan and lead education sessions for area youth. Both positions are approximately 6-7 per week. This is a great opportunity for someone who will be in Des Moines for the summer and has some flexibility with their schedule.

For next academic year, we are hiring:

-Sprout Garden Coordinator
– IRIS Coordinator
– Events & Training Coordinator
– Social Media and Marketing Intern
– Food Security/Next Course Food Recovery Coordinator

Students are part of the “Community Engagement Peers” team, who represent the CEL office and meet with students 1-1 to get connected to the local community. Positions are 6-7 hours a week and are paid $10.05/hr.

Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis, with March 20 as a priority deadline. Visit https://www.drake.edu/community/learningservice/studentopportunities/employment/ for more information on each of the roles.

For questions, contact amanda.martin@drake.edu.

— Amanda Martin, Community Engaged Learning

The annual J-Term Fair will be held on Wednesday, March 8, from 4:30–6:30 p.m. in Parents Hall, Olmsted Center. Discover the locations for upcoming travel seminars & speak with the faculty members leading the experiences to find your perfect opportunity to study abroad in January 2024. We can’t wait to see you there!

— Chelsea Funk, Global Engagement