Drake Athletic Operations is hiring for their Event Staff team for the summer. A number of shifts are available for the upcoming Iowa High School State Track Meet (May 16–18), in addition to a number of athletic camps throughout the summer. These are paid positions that are flexible to your schedule.
If you are staying on campus or in the Des Moines area, please email your information to Joshua Nash at joshua.nash@drake.edu.
Joshua Nash, Athletics
Please join the College of Business and Public Administration at a retirement celebration for a combined 100+ years of service to Drake in honor of Lou Ann Simpson, Patrick Heaston, and Steve Scullen. We are grateful for their many contributions to the University. Please stop by the Olmsted Center, Pomerantz Stage on Monday, May 13, from 2–4 p.m. to recognize their service, celebrate their accomplishments, and wish them well as they embark on new journeys.
Dan Connolly, Dean, College of Business and Public Administration
The Office of Student Financial Planning will be hosting a Loan Exit Counseling session for graduating students on Friday, May 10, at 10 a.m. in Harvey Ingham, Room 135. During this session, we will review required next steps and answer all your questions about repayment plans, consolidation, refinancing, loan forgiveness programs, and more.
We encourage you to bring a laptop if you would like to complete the required online loan exit counseling at this session. Prior to the session, ensure you are able to log in at www.studentloans.gov. If not, use the password recovery process to regain access.
Ryan Zantingh, Director of Financial Aid
The Innovation Studio is happy to bring the Side Garage back to campus on Friday, April 26. Stop by Meredith Hall between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. to print your own limited-time-only, specially-themed shirt. There is a limited number of T-shirts available, so it is first come, first served. The event is free, but students are encouraged to bring a non-perishable food or personal hygiene item for the campus Little Pantries project. For questions, email innovation@drake.edu.
Stephanie Cardwell, Buchanan Center for Entrepreneurial Leadership
You can still apply for the following travel seminars:
England: Theatre History in London
Finland: Perspectives on Education
India: International Health Topics
Israel and Jordan: Religions of the Middle East
Italy: Place-Based Integrated Science
Japan: Understanding Diverse Populations
Mexico: The Other Side of the Wall: The Americanization of Mexico
New Zealand: Communication and Tourism Analysis
Panama: Issues in Global Business and Leadership
Rwanda: Ecotourism, Conservation, and Development in Post-Genocide Rwanda
Thailand: Research, Exploration, and Reflection
Washington DC/Boston: Congress Up Close: Preparing to be a Congressional Staffer
Some programs only have a few spots left! Apply today.
Maria Rohach, Center for International Programs and Services
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