Graduates: As part of the virtual commencement experience on May 16, we want to feature an image of you to recognize your achievements. Please email one photo or short video clip of yourself to commencement2020@drake.edu no later than Monday, May 4.

Five things to keep in mind with your submission:

• Please include your full name.
• If submitting a video, film it horizontally with no sound and keep it to five seconds or less.
• Formal attire is preferred but not required. We fully understand that most graduates do not have caps and gowns, so any nice photo will do.
• For large files, we suggest using WeTransfer.com to upload and send your file for free. 
• Please adhere to the May 4 deadline. We hope to feature as many graduates as possible.

Additionally, we are planning to launch the virtual commencement hub in early May. This will be where the virtual commencement celebration will take place, as well as a single location where you can view all commencement information and specific content from your college/school. Keep an eye out for an email with more details, which will include a link to the virtual hub.  

— Drake University Virtual Commencement Committee

— Evan Favreau, Admission

Drake University is a Top Producing Institution in 2019–2020 for student Fulbright Scholarships, and has been for several years running.  Fulbright Scholarships are open to graduating seniors and recent graduates who are not enrolled in a degree program at another school or university. They provide valuable international experience and funding for teaching English, working on research projects, or attending a graduate program in another country. Now is the time to begin working on your application! Applications will be due in early September.  Support for Drake applicants is provided by the Post-Graduate Global Programs Coordinator. Please contact Eleanor Zeff at eleanor.zeff@drake.edu to set up a virtual appointment for more information.

— Annique Kiel, Drake International

Students who had been or are still living in Drake residence halls received an email April 17 regarding move-out procedures. Students will be able to move out of their residence hall beginning May 8 with all move-outs to occur by May 24.

Students will sign up for a two-hour move-out time slot through the Housing & Meal Plan Selection Portal. Each two-hour time slot will be limited to five students per residence hall, with the exception of Goodwin-Kirk which we will limit to ten students per time slot. Time slots must be reserved no later than noon on May 7.

Time slots will be made available each day as follows: 7–9 a.m., 9–11 a.m., 11 a.m.–1 p.m., 1­–3 p.m., 3–5 p.m., and 5–7 p.m. You must move out only at the time you sign up for. Do not travel to campus until it is time for your assigned move out time slot. Hall access will only be granted during your designated move out time slot.

To sign-up for your move-out time slot

1. Login to my.drake.edu  
2. Click the fork & knife icon to open the Housing & Meal Plan Selection Portal
3. Click on Move Out Time Slot Form tab
4. Choose the Academic Year 2019–2020 Term, Save & Continue
5. Sign up for your Move Out Time Slot, Day and Time

Please review all move-out instructions online at drake.edu/coronavirus/students. 

If you would like to discuss individual concerns not addressed above, please contact the Residence Life Office by email at housing@drake.edu.

Two video conferences for students regarding jobs, careers, and internships:

Ask Us Anything! A video conference for seniors on jobs and careers
Wednesday, April 8, at noon CST: Join here

Seniors, we understand that you may be feeling anxious. Are you looking for resources in your job search? Are you wondering how to proceed during this uncertain time?  We’re here to help.  Join us on this video conference where you can ask us anything regarding careers and your job search. We will share the most current information we’re gathering from employers, as well as tips, but the agenda is yours.

You can submit questions ahead of time here, and we’ll answer during the conference. You can ask questions during the conference also. We’ll record it and compile the list of FAQs after the call and share it on our website. Seniors from all majors welcomed!

Hosted by Drake career services professionals Chrystal Stanley, Annette Watson, Leah Berte, and Carlyn Crowe.

Ask Us Anything! A video conference regarding jobs and internships. All students welcome.
Friday, April 10, at noon CST: Join here

Students looking for jobs and internships are welcome to attend an open forum regarding careers and internships during this time of uncertainty. We want to answer your questions (and try to ease your anxiety) by providing advice and resources. You can submit questions ahead of time here, which we’ll answer during the conference. You can ask questions during the conference call also.  We’ll record it and compile a list of FAQs after the call and share it on our website. Students from all majors are welcome!

Hosted by Drake career services professionals Chrystal Stanley, Annette Watson, Leah Berte, and Carlyn Crowe.

— Carlyn Crowe, School of Journalism and Mass Communication

The Drake University Bookstore is offering various options to support students during this time of remote learning.

• Access to eBooks AT NO ADDITIONAL CHARGE: Visit the campus store website, to gain access to eBooks at no additional charge with your .edu email address. Each student can access up to 7 eBooks free of charge.

• No Cost Shipping on Rental Returns & Deadline Extensions: The Bookstore is also offering free shipping return labels and is also extending the non-return period without penalty to assist with increased returns by mail. Click the COVID-19 message on the home page of the campus store website for details.

The Bookstore is also offering free online order shipping with no minimum purchase. This includes course materials, supplies, apparel, and gifts.

In addition, textbook providers Cengage, Pearson, and Cambridge are offering free access to textbooks at this time.

— Venessa Macro, Chief Administration Officer

— Danielle Green, Student Health Center