The Office of Community Engaged Learning is hiring for the 2021–2022 academic year.
Community Engagement Peers help connect fellow students to local non-profit organizations, causes, and volunteer opportunities. They also each have their own project/responsibilities.
Applications are due March 18. See what positions are available and for a full position description.
For questions, contact amanda.martin@drake.edu.
— Amanda Martin, Community Engaged Learning
In January, the Office of Student Financial Planning announced exciting new enhancements to students’ financial aid experience at Drake, including:
This announcement provides more information about FinAid Forms. Students who have financial aid document requirements for award year 2021-2022 will begin receiving email notices this week to register their FinAid Forms account. The email will come from finaidforms@drake.edu.
Students will log into FinAid Forms using their Drake ID and password. However, before accessing FinAid Forms students will need to authenticate their identity by providing information that matches the information provided on the 2021-2022 FAFSA (including social security number).
When setting up your account you will provide an email address to receive notifications when new financial aid requirements have been assigned. You can also provide a mobile number to receive text message alerts about new requirements.
— Ryan Zantingh, Director of Financial Aid
Students are invited to access Drake’s virtual J-Term Information Fair Wednesday, March 17, on the University website.
On March 17, the website will be updated to include an informational video created by fellow Bulldogs as well as a list of J-Term 2022 on-campus course offerings and travel seminars.
After watching the video, students will be asked to complete a survey to express their J-Term course/seminar preferences. Students will then be contacted by the professor who is leading their preferred J-Term course/seminar.
The fair is intended to provide valuable information on the courses students can take, places they can travel, and the overall processes of J-Term. The three-week term is a great opportunity to take courses not always available during the spring and fall semesters—either abroad or right here on campus.
— Sandra Harris, Office of the Associate Provost
Volunteer for a variety of fun activities the week of March 15 during Dogtown After Hours. There are lots of times and slots open. Student organizations can sign up to host an activity or individuals can sign up to volunteer at particular events. Organizations looking to host an activity, or anyone with questions should email olivia.cantrell@drake.edu. Individuals can sign up using this link.
To get the list of events for Dogtown After Hours scan the QR code. For questions, email allison.burke@drake.edu.
— Allison Burke, BN’23
Attention all first-generation students. Applications to attend the Circle of Change First Generation Student Virtual Career Leadership Experience is now open for interested first-generation students. This two-day virtual conference on April 9–10 will provide first-generation students with insight on career success and leadership skills. Students will attend various sessions to hear from former first-generation students who are now successful professionals in their respective fields. This is a great opportunity for first-generation students to feel supported and well-equipped as they transition into the job market after graduation.
At Drake, we define a first-generation student as a college student whose parents/legal guardians have not received a bachelor’s degree from a four-year university.
If selected, the cost of attendance will be covered by the Slay Fund for Social Justice.
— Marina Verlengia, New Student Programs
Applications are now being accepted for the Pappajohn Student Entrepreneurial Venture Competition. Sponsored by John Pappajohn and Equity Dynamics Inc., the Pappajohn Student Entrepreneurial Venture Competition is open to any Iowa college or university student of any major who has an interest in starting their own venture. If you have a business or a business idea, this is a great way to get seed money for your idea/venture.
Regional winners in the Pappajohn competition receive $500 and three statewide finalists will receive $5,000.
Applications are due at 11:59 PM on Sunday, April 4, 2021.
Visit https://bit.ly/30kvcPX to learn more and download a PDF of the application, visit https://bit.ly/2OpySgU to apply online, or email jpec@drake.edu for more information.
— Stephanie Cardwell, Buchanan Center for Entrepreneurial Leadership
Are you looking for a job where you can make a difference and prepare for your future career? Drake Phonathon is hiring for the Spring 2021 semester. On our team you will develop the communication and interpersonal skills employers are looking for while building connections with alumni and members of the Drake community. Apply to be a Remote Ambassador at Phonathon. We are a great team that offers amazing scheduling, flexibility, and the ability to work remotely from your dorm or home. Pay is competitive with regular increases and the opportunity to advance into supervisory roles for long-term employees. To apply, please contact Liz.Seffrin@drake.edu.
— Becca Widmer, Director of Annual Giving
The Board of Student Communications is looking for next year’s media leaders. The BSC oversees Drake’s campus media: Drake Broadcasting System, Drake Magazine, DrakeMagazine.com, Drake Political Review, DUiN, Periphery and The Times-Delphic. Students interested in serving as editor-in-chief of a BSC publication or president of DBS must apply for their desired position by March 12. To apply, send your resume and cover letter to Professor Inman (jeff.inman@drake.edu) and SJMC Student Senator Carson S.J. Reichardt (carson.reichardt@drake.edu). Interviews will be held March 26.
— Jeff Inman, Associate Professor of Journalism and Mass Communication
The Board of Student Communications is looking for next year’s media leaders. The BSC oversees Drake’s campus media: Drake Broadcasting System, Drake Magazine, DrakeMagazine.com, Drake Political Review, DUiN, Periphery and The Times-Delphic. Students interested in serving as editor-in-chief of a BSC publication or president of DBS must apply for their desired position by March 12. To apply, send your resume and cover letter to Professor Inman (jeff.inman@drake.edu) and SJMC Student Senator Carson S.J. Reichardt (carson.reichardt@drake.edu). Interviews will be held March 26.
— Jeff Inman, Associate Professor of Journalism and Mass Communication
Are you interested in improving your money management skills? Do you wish you knew more about investing and credit? Do you need to learn more about the benefits that employers offer?
Drake University has partnered with GradReady® to provide a FREE digital platform where you can learn about these topics at your own pace from any device. Visit drake.gradready.com to create your account and get started today.
— Ryan Zantingh, Student Financial Planning
