Join us the week of Oct. 5–9 for a series of online events about study abroad at Drake. Students are invited to attend info sessions and advising hours to learn more about Drake programs, exchange programs, and affiliate programs offered all around the world and for all majors. There will also be general info sessions about how to get started, as well as a session specifically focusing on paying for study abroad. The full week of events will appear on the Drake University calendar. Additionally, new study abroad resources can be found on the “Study Abroad Fair” page on our newly designed website: drake.edu/global/studyabroad.

If you have any questions, please reach out to studyabroad@drake.edu.

— Karen Williams, Global Engagement

The Office of Academic Excellence and Student Success has made the decision to cancel in-person Family Weekend scheduled for Oct. 2–4. This decision aligns with University guidelines and public health recommendations as we continue to manage the spread of COVID-19.

While we are disappointed by this news, we are excited to offer you an opportunity to send your loved ones a postcard to greet them and thank them for their support this semester. You can pick up a postcard from the front desk of any of the residence halls or the Student Life Center in Olmsted. Simply grab a postcard, fill it out and return it to a box at your residence hall front desk or in the Student Life Center in Olmsted by Friday, Oct. 2. We will take care of mailing it.

— Marina Verlengia, New Student Programs

Drake Phonathon is hiring for the Fall semester. Looking for employment that will develop the communication and interpersonal skills employers are looking for? Want to build connections with alumni and members of the Drake community? Apply to be a Remote Engagement Ambassador at Phonathon. We offer amazing scheduling, flexibility, and the ability to work remotely from your dorm or home. We are looking for dedicated students who want to have an impact on our Bulldog community. To apply, contact Liz.Seffrin@drake.edu.

— Becca Widmer, University Advancement

The Drake University track and field program will hold tryouts Sept. 23 from 4:30–5:30 p.m. for both men’s and women’s track and field. To participate:

• Email Brette Jensen at brette.jensen@drake.edu with intent to tryout.
• Email Emma Nye at emma.nye@drake.edu to obtain required medical paperwork.
• Attend an interest meeting Wednesday, Sept. 16, at 6 p.m. via Zoom. Zoom details will only be provided to individuals who submit email of intent to tryout.

Events

• Distance
• Sprints
• Hurdles
• Jumps
• Throws

Tryout Eligibility

• Full-time student
• 3.0 + Cumulative GPA

Compliance

• Registered w/ NCAA Eligibility Center
• Proof of full-time Drake student status/class registration

Sports Medicine

• Negative COVID Test
• Concussion Test (scheduled with Emma Nye)
• All forms completed in SportsWare
• Copy of health insurance
• Copy of Recent Sports Physical
• Copy of Sickle Cell Screening
• Covid-19 Pre-Screening

— Brette Jensen, Assistant Track & Field Coach, Coordinator of Operations

The College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences ambassadors have organized a Bulldog Health Fair for students to get flu shots, HIV/STI testing, and physical and wellness checks on Wednesday, Sept. 9, from 4–7 p.m. in Parents Hall, Olmsted Center. There will also be health-related information for students and freebies handed out. Appointments are required for the shots, testing, and wellness checks. Make an appointment.

For questions, contact MacKenzie Challoner at mackenzie.challoner@drake.edu.

— Kaylyn Maher, College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences

Undergraduate students can access all academic buildings on campus from 7 a.m.–11 p.m. Monday–Friday by using their Student ID. The exception to this rule is the Law School, which is only accessible to Law School students outside of regular hours.

Regular hours are 7:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Monday–Friday. All campus buildings are unlocked during this time—a Student ID is not needed for access.

On weekends from 7:30 a.m.–8 p.m., students have access to the following buildings by swiping their student ID card:

• Fine Arts Center
• School of Education
• Science Connector Building
• Medbury
• Olin
• Meredith 

Cowles Library is accessible during its open hours with a student ID. View Cowles Library hours.

The Olmsted Center is open from 7 a.m. –11 p.m. Monday–Friday and from 8 a.m.–11 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. 

Please view the Rec Services’ website for recreation facilities general hours.

Looking for a spot on campus where you can study between classes, or need a place to participate in a virtual class between your face-to-face classes? There are now designated flex spaces available on campus to accommodate your needs. Flex spaces are fist-come, first-serve. They cannot be reserved in advance. Upon arrival, students should check-in using a QR code. Students are responsible for wiping down their space before and after use with provided sanitizing wipes.

Note for Cowles Library: Students are requested to limit their visit to 75 minutes, if possible. Cowles will be monitoring capacity and will post at the entrance when the library is at capacity.

Room	Capacity	Availability
Aliber 0004	18	TR 9:00 am – 10:40 am
Aliber 0009	22	MWF 9:00 am – 10:45 am
Aliber 0010	22	MW 9:30 am – 12:10 pm
Aliber 0101	32	MW 9:00 am – 2:45 pm
Aliber 0107	18	MWF 9:00 am – 2:45 pm TR 11:00 am – 2:45 pm
Cline Atrium		MTWRF 7:30 am – 4:30 pm
Collier-Scripps 0207	11	MWF 9:00 am – 10:45 am TR 9:00 am – 2:45 pm
Collier-Scripps Zip Spaces		MTWRF 7:30 am – 4:30 pm
Cowles Library		MTWRF 8:00 am – 8:00 pm SU Noon – 6:00 pm
FAC 0204	23	MW 9:00 am – 11:45 am
Harvey Ingham 0007	10	MWF 9:00 am – 12:10 pm TR 12:30 pm – 2:45 pm
Harvey Ingham 0112	11	MWF 9:00 am – 10:45 am TR 9:00 am – 12:10 pm
Howard 0111	11	MWF 9:00 am – 10:45 am  TR 9:00 am – 12:10 pm
Howard 0308	13	TR 11:00 am – 2:45 pm
Mebury 0116	13	TR 9:00 am – 12:10 pm
Medbury 0115	15	MWF 9:00 am – 1:15 pm
Meredith 0102	16	MWF 11:00 am – 2:45 pm TR 9:00 am – 12:10 pm
Meredith 0103	18	MWF 9:00 am – 2:45 pm TR 11:00 am – 2:45 pm
Meredith 0201	18	MWF 9:00 am – 11:45 am TR 11:00 am – 2:45 pm
Meredith 0234	18	MWF 9:00 am – 1:40 pm TR 9:00 am – 12:10 pm
Meredith 203	24	MWF 9:00 am – 2:45 pm TR 9:00 am – 2:45 pm
Olin 0211	18	MWF 9:00 am – 1:40 pm TR 11:00-1:40 pm
Olmsted – Conference Room 310-311	20	MTWRF 7:30 am – 11:00 pm SU 8:00 am – 11:00 pm
Olmsted – Parents Hall South	16	MTWRF 7:30 am – 11:00 pm SU 8:00 am – 11:00 pm
Olmsted – Pomerantz Stage	18	MTWRF 7:30 am – 11:00 pm SU 8:00 am – 11:00 pm

Drake’s Office of Community Engaged Learning is looking for students interested in promoting safe and accessible elections on campus. If you’re interested, fill out this form: https://forms.gle/CxdgBjSuZLJ5HHa5A.

— Melanie Sadecki, AS