If you will be enrolled in the Summer 2022, Fall 2022 or Spring 2023 semesters, complete the 2022-2023 FAFSA to be considered for need-based grants and federal student loans.
If you need assistance completing the FAFSA, please contact the Office of Student Financial Planning.
— Ryan Zantingh, Student Financial Planning
As you are finalizing your course schedule for the Spring 2022 semester, consider taking an English class though Drake’s Intensive English Program (IEP).
The IEP provides free learning opportunities for all full-time Drake students to improve their English skills. We offer intermediate and advanced level classes with an academic focus. If you feel that you may need additional help in a certain English skill area, whether writing, grammar, or speaking, or if you simply would like to improve your pronunciation, you may want to consider taking one of our classes.
We also offer an American Culture class, where we take a deep dive into U.S. culture, both historical and current. This course includes field trips throughout the semester.
Classes begin Monday, January 24, and end Friday, May 6. The last day to register for classes is Friday, January 28. Exceptions may be made to this deadline at the course instructor’s discretion. Please note that these classes are not credit-bearing.
If you are interested in joining a class, wish to see the schedule, or have questions about the program, contact Kendra Hossain-Morehead at kendra.hossain-morehead@drake.edu.
— Kendra Hossain-Morehead, Global Engagement
The Office of Residence Life is now accepting Resident Assistant Applications for the 2022–2023 school year. RA’s must be leaders, role models, and resources for their residents; however, just as important, they must be team players that work with and support other staff in their own hall as well as other halls on campus.
The application deadline is Tuesday, Jan. 18, 2022, at 11:59 p.m. (during the J-Term period).
Consider attending one of the following RA informational sessions:
For questions, contact your RA hall coordinator or Randy E. McMullin at randy.mcmullin@drake.edu.
— Randy E. McMullin, Office of Residence Life
With starting pay at $12/hr, Drake Phonathon is hiring Remote Student Ambassadors for the fall semester. Looking for on-campus employment that will develop the communication and interpersonal skills employers are looking for? Phonathon offers flexible scheduling and a great work environment. The position is currently fully remote and allows students to work from home. We are looking for dedicated students who want to have an impact on our Bulldog community. To apply, please contact Liz.Seffrin@drake.edu.
— Becca Widmer, Drake Fund
Students with unusual circumstances or a recent change in family income can submit a financial aid appeal. Students must be making satisfactory academic progress towards graduation to remain eligible for financial aid. Undergraduate and pharmacy students that want to receive financial aid for the summer semester must complete the Summer Financial Aid Form. More information about these policies (and others!) is available at www.drake.edu/finaid.
The Office of Student Financial Planning is here to serve you (in person, on the phone, or virtually). If you have questions about your financial aid please contact us to schedule an appointment or stop by Carnegie Hall.
— Ryan Zantingh, Student Financial Planning
Multi Factor Authentication (MFA) adds an extra security layer. It ensures that you are the only person who can access your account if your password is compromised. Your information is safer because thieves would need both your password AND your phone or other verification method to access your account or login. With MFA, you log in with your username and password and then confirm your identity using another method, most often an app on your phone. You may already be using MFA with online banking or when accessing other sites with sensitive information.
Strong passwords, even those with significant number of characters and complexity, don’t provide sufficient protection. Educational institutions have become major targets for attackers, and Drake has to upgrade our protections around individual and campus data.
Because of this, in early January we will be requiring the use of the Microsoft Authenticator MFA application to access campus systems. When you login to a system set up with Microsoft Authenticator, you will be prompted to verify that the login is being made by you. In practice, you will enter your email address/username and password normally and then be prompted, typically by a mobile app push, to verify your identity.
We will provide instructions on using Microsoft Authenticator, a detailed change timeline, a list of systems that will require MFA, and answers to additional questions you might have between now and January. Watch OnCampus and our other communication channels for more information throughout the rest of the semester.
— Jeff Regan, ITS
Register for Drake Rec’s 3-point shootout by Nov. 14.
— Emily Madsen, Recreational Services
Apply for a Summer 2022 travel seminar today. Priority deadline for applications is Dec. 15.
Summer 2022 travel seminars are:
Additionally, information sessions for each of the Summer 2022 travel seminars will be held in the coming weeks. For Germany & Poland, a virtual session will take place on Tuesday, Nov. 16, at 5 p.m. For Uganda, an in-person session is scheduled for Monday, Nov. 15, at 5 p.m. in Meredith Hall, Room 102. Session links and additional information on these events can be found on the University calendar.
To apply for a travel seminar, visit Terra Dotta, Drake’s online application portal. Use your Drake ID and password to login.
For questions about a specific travel seminar, contact the course instructor. For general study abroad questions or issues with Terra Dotta, contact studyabroad@drake.edu.
— Nathan Jacobson, Global Engagement
Join us Nov. 15–19 to celebrate Drake’s global engagement and international programs during International Education Week!
Global and intercultural learning is a key objective of Drake’s Continuous Improvement Plan, supporting our mission of responsible global citizenship. Join in to discover more about Drake as a global institution. There will be virtual and in-person events for students, faculty, and staff throughout the week—with representatives from our partner institutions joining from around the world.
How to Get Involved
Send in a photo for the #IEW2021 Photo Contest, now accepting submissions. Deadline is Friday, Nov. 5. Learn More
Mark your calendar now for these featured events:
A full list of #IEW2021 events is posted to the IE Week Calendar.
— Hannah Sappenfield, Global Engagement
Want to welcome the world to Drake? Become an IMAC and serve as a mentor for incoming international students.
— Kendra Hossain-Morehead and Jorona Johnson, Global Engagement
