Undergraduate and pharmacy students who wish to be reviewed for federal student loan eligibility during the summer term must complete the Summer Financial Aid Application.
Eligible graduate and law students (registered at least half-time and 2019-20 FAFSA completed) will automatically be presented with their federal loan eligibility.
Ryan Zantingh, Director of Financial Aid
If you have an interest in community engagement and meaningful service, you are a prime candidate to be an executive member of the Community Action Board (CAB). CAB is rooted in a philosophy of collaboration and inspiring an engaged, active community.
Positions available include VP Marketing, VP Educational Programming, VP Collaborative Outreach, VP Finance, VP Neighborhood Relations, and VP Community Programming. Apply here.
Morgan Garner, Community Action Board
Drake Athletic Operations is hiring for their Event Staff team to help at the Drake Relays presented by Hy-Vee. Help is needed to monitor parking lots, setup/tear-down, and more. Shifts are broken into four hour time slots but can be flexible to your schedule. These are paid positions with lunch, snacks, and drinks provided.
If you are interested and available to help, please contact Zach Elsbecker, assistant director of athletic facilities, at zachary.elsbecker@drake.edu.
Zach Elsbecker, Assistant Director – Athletic Facilities
Graduating seniors, in celebration of your graduation and the enduring mark you’ve left on the University, you are cordially invited to join President Marty and Laura Martin at the 2019 Senior Wine and Cheese Reception on Thursday, May 2. Please RSVP by April 29.
Event Details
When: Thursday, May 2, 5:30 p.m.
— 4:45 p.m. Check in at Pomerantz Stage
— 5:15 p.m. Buses depart from Olmsted Center parking lot
Where: Home of President Martin
Must present a valid government-issued ID to receive a wristband, which is mandatory to board the bus and be served. Cocktail attire is encouraged.
For questions, contact Kim Jones, assistant director, Alumni Relations, at kim.jones@drake.edu or 515-271-3935.
— Kim Jones, Alumni Relations
The J-Term priority deadline is quickly approaching. Apply by April 15 to meet the priority deadline for your preferred Drake University travel seminar course. J-Term 2020 travel seminars include destinations to the Bahamas, England, Finland, Hawaii, India, Israel and Jordan, Italy, Japan, Mexico, New Zealand, Panama, Rwanda, Thailand, and Washington D.C. Scholarships are available.
Search for programs and submit your application online. For questions, email studyabroad@drake.edu.
Karen Williams, Education Abroad Advisor
The Drake Athletics Ticket Office is hiring seasonal, part-time ticket sales associates for the Drake Relays presented by Hy-Vee. This position requires approximately 2–4 office hours during the weeks leading up to the Drake Relays and 12–15 hours during the weekend of the Drake Relays.
If you are interested in one of the Relays positions, please contact Ryan Harris, assistant athletic director, ticket operation and donor management, at ryan.harris@drake.edu.
Ryan Harris, Athletics
Drake’s Community Action Board (CAB) is hosting a challenge during the month of April to visit Dogtown businesses. To track how many restaurants, coffee shops, juice shops you’ve visited, pick up a punchcard in the Breezeway April 1–3 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. or from the SLC Office.
At the end of the month, all students are invited to celebrate the neighborhood with raffles and free Papa Keno’s, Lifestyle Juice, Fernando’s, and more. Like the CAB Facebook page for more info and updates.
Morgan Garner, AS’20, Community Action Board President
Celebrate National Volunteer Week April 7–13. National Volunteer Week is an opportunity to celebrate the impact of volunteer service and the power of volunteers to come together to tackle tough challenges and build stronger, more resilient communities. During the week, a focus is put on the people and causes that inspire us to serve, recognizing and thanking volunteers who lend their time, talent, and voice to make a difference in their communities.
Stop by the Olmsted Breezeway this week to share why you volunteer and earn the chance to win a free #DrakeServes T-shirt and other swag. Post photos of you and your friends engaging with the community using #DrakeServes.
A number of volunteer opportunities will be taking place throughout the week, including a culminating “Spring Into Seeds” event at the Sprout Garden on April 13 from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.
View a list of events and links to register.
Drake’s commitment to community engagement and service-learning is representative of our long-standing history of involvement and partnership with the Des Moines community. The commitment fulfills our historic mission, enhances teaching, advising, research, scholarship, outreach, and the University community as a whole. As demonstrated by our inspiration statement, “Together we transform lives and strengthen communities,” we seek to be an engaged university that prepares the next generation of civic minded professionals.
Amanda Martin, Community Engaged Learning
The Drake University Cheerleading team is hosting tryouts for the 2019–2020 season. Becoming a member of the cheerleading squad allows you endless opportunities that reach beyond that of cheering on athletic teams. You will get the opportunity to travel, build lasting relationships, and be a positive representation of your University. Find more information on the squad, tryout dates, times, and coaches’ contact information. Go Bulldogs!
Holly Schroeder, Cheerleading Coordinator
University Communications and Marketing is looking to fill three internships for summer: Communications Assistant, Graphic Designer, and Marketing Assistant.
Each position will require roughly 25–35 hours per week, with no Friday afternoons. (The office is closed on Friday afternoons during the summer.)
Applicants should have a sincere passion for the University and a strong commitment to strengthening its brand and reputation. To apply and view the full job descriptions, visit Handshake, the University’s primary job and internship search platform.
— University Communications & Marketing