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:

• Germany & Poland: Heritage and Holocaust
• Uganda: Sustainable Development in Africa

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:

• Working Worldwide Information Session, Nov. 15 at 3:30 p.m.
• DU Spain 2023 Information Session, Nov. 16 at 12:30 p.m.
• Summer Study Abroad Information Session, Nov. 16 at 4 p.m.
• Global Career Talks, Nov. 18 at 4 p.m.
• International Bazaar, Nov. 19 from 2:30–4:30 p.m.
• Set Sail with ISA: International Night 2021, Saturday, Nov. 20, from 4:30–8 p.m.

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

Drake Recreation’s annual Super Smash Bros tournament sign up deadline is Wednesday, Nov. 3rd. Tournament play begins on Tuesday, Nov. 9. Be sure to sign up and play!

— Emily Madsen, Recreational Services

As you are deciding which classes to take this spring, the Office of Community Engaged Learning encourages you consider a “Community Engaged Learning” (CEL) course. Community Engaged Learning courses integrate community experiences in a number of ways, including service-learning, field experiences, practicums, co-ops, internships, research projects, and more.

Benefits of taking a CEL course:

• Better understand your local community
• Apply what you are learning in the classroom to real-world settings
• Enhance your “True Blue Skills” and gain experiences to be able to put on your resume and talk about in interviews
• Build your networks and contacts in the community
• Prepare you to be an active citizen during and after college

How to find CEL courses:

• CEL courses can be major-specific or fulfill electives. Find a course that fits your schedule, major, or interests!
• When searching MyDUSIS for classes, click “Community Engaged Learning” under “Attribute Type”

Learn more about Community Engaged Learning courses and hear from students and faculty who have participated at drake.edu/community/learningservice/celcourses/

The Office of Community Engaged Learning is a department within the Academic Excellence & Student Success unit.

— Amanda Martin, Community Engaged Learning

Each year, the Adams Leadership Institute hosts the annual Sussman Leadership Conference; bringing together undergraduate student leaders from across campus to share their experiences, exchange ideas, and gain skills that can be applied to their personal lives, student leadership roles, academic projects, and professional goals.

This year’s Sussman Conference, “Leading Back in Action,” will take place on Sunday, Nov. 7, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Olmsted Center, Parents Hall, featuring keynote speaker Sara Lowery. Conference registration and buffet brunch are provided at no cost to students thanks to alumni giving.

Space is limited. Please visit bit.ly/drakesussman to learn more and reserve your seat by Oct. 31.

— Kristin Economos, Office of Student Involvement and Leadership

The Lorentzen Student Hatchery is a unique program aimed at fostering student startups through providing funding to students to run their own business. Students of any major, undergraduate or graduate, can apply to the Hatchery, and during the Summer 2022 term, Entrepreneurship Centers staff provide guidance and support, access to mentors and experts, and more. This summer program starts the first week of June and wraps up the first week of August but there will be educational training and coaching available in the semesters before and after formal programming.

For more information, download a 2022 Hatchery Fact Sheet or visit tinyurl.com/lorentzen2022. Applications are being accepted until Friday, Nov. 5. Virtual pitches for a spot in the Hatchery will take place during Drake’s Innovation Week, starting Nov. 8. For questions, email jpec@drake.edu.

— Stephanie Cardwell, Buchanan Center for Entrepreneurial Leadership

Each year, the Adams Leadership Institute hosts the annual Sussman Leadership Conference; bringing together undergraduate student leaders from across campus to share their experiences, exchange ideas, and gain skills that can be applied to their personal lives, student leadership roles, academic projects, and professional goals.

This year’s Sussman Conference, “Leading Back in Action,” will take place on Sunday, Nov. 7, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Olmsted Center, Parents Hall, featuring keynote speaker Sara Lowery. Conference registration and buffet brunch are provided at no cost to students thanks to alumni giving.

Space is limited. Please visit bit.ly/drakesussman to learn more and reserve your seat by Oct. 31.

— Kristin Economos, Office of Student Involvement and Leadership

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 the final information session being offered on Thursday, Oct. 21, at 7 p.m., Zoom session. Click here to sign up for a session.

You will be compensated for your time and effort and gain valuable skills in this position.

Learn more about the position. For questions, contact Marina Verlengia at marina.verlengia@drake.edu.

— Marina Verlengia, New Student Programs