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.

Apply by March 19

— 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

Reminder: The registration deadline for mini golf is March 3.

In addition, be sure to check out Drake Rec on social media. Follow us for updates, wellness tips, contests and more.

Tiktok, Instagram and Twitter: @DrakeRec
Facebook: @DrakeRecServices

— Emily Madsen, Recreational Services

The Residence Hall Association (RHA) is focused on offering great programs for residents, providing a voice for residents to the University, and improving residence life.

If you’re interested in a role on the 2021–2022 RHA Board, complete an interest form by March 21 at 12 p.m. and you will be contacted for the candidate informational meeting. You can also learn more about the president and vice president elections. For those interested, election packets can be found at your hall’s front desk, the Student Life Center, and in pdf form on the RHA Instagram (@drake_rha) on March 7.

If you would like to get involved in other ways, more information on RHA executive board chair positions will be coming out soon.

For questions, contact Sophie Van Zee at sophie.vanzee@drake.edu.

— Sophie Van Zee, AS’22