Thank you to all of the students who took the time to take the 2018 ITS Student Phishing Quiz. We hope you learned more about how to spot potentially malicious emails and secure your digital life—and you all earned free tacos! Thanks as well to all those who stopped by the table in the Olmsted breezeway and spun the prize wheel.

We drew the winners for the 10 grand prize packages and they are:
Megan Miller
Molly McCord
Nicholas Matulik
Benjamin Williamson
Ivy Beckenholdt
Michael Paulson
Elizabeth Weyer
Taran Perman
Morgan Smith
Sarah Davis

Congratulations to all the winners! And, don’t forget, if you took the phishing quiz, be sure to stop by the Dial Center front desk during business hours (8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. M–F) to pick up your free Taco John’s taco certificates. We will mail certificates to everyone with an on-campus address.

We’d love your feedback on the quiz. Let us know your thoughts by emailing informationsecurity@drake.edu.

Peter Lundstedt, ITS

On Thursday, Nov. 15, from 8–10 p.m. at Papa Keno’s, it’s pub trivia night with internationally themed rounds. Grab some friends and build a team to compete for prizes. Student winners of the photo contest will be announced.

Bonnie Ehler, Global Engagement and International Programs

Students, come hear from professionals based in Des Moines who are working in an international field on Thursday, Nov. 15, from 12–1:30 p.m. in Sussman Theatre. This a great opportunity to learn more about global professions and to also build your local networks. There will be time dedicated to sharing tips on what employers are looking for with regards to international/global experiences and interests.

To learn more about other International Education Week events, view the calendar.

Bonnie Ehler,  Global Engagement and International Programs

Want to be globally engaged at Drake, but aren’t sure of what’s available to you? Hear from a panel of faculty, staff, and students on Wednesday, Nov. 14, from 2:15–3:15 p.m. in Meredith, Room 102 who will describe academic opportunities, co-curricular experiences, research projects, student employment, grant funding, and more. Post-graduate global opportunities will also be discussed.

Annique Kiel, Executive Director of Global Engagement and International Programs

Dave G is a Philadelphia-based spoken word poet, performer, and entertainer. His poetry is the tumultuous product of baptist preaching, hip-hop culture, and tireless introspection. He uses stages and poetry to spread messages of social justice, political consciousness, and self-love.

Before Dave G, there will be a group of student openers sharing their own poetry and perspectives.

All Mars coffee orders will be FREE for students during the show.

Join us on Friday, Nov. 9, from 7 p.m.–9 p.m. at Mars Cafe for a night of powerful performances, inspiring ambiance, and, of course, coffee.

Adam Koch, AS’21

Join us to view the midterm election results as they are announced live on Tuesday, Nov. 6, from 6 p.m.–9 p.m. at Pomerantz Stage.

And to make this event even better, make sure to get out and VOTE earlier that day.

Adam Koch, AS’21

Come by for a free movie and snacks on Friday, Nov. 9, from 9 p.m.–11 p.m. at Sussman Theater.

More about Sorry to Bother You:
In an alternate present-day version of Oakland, telemarketer Cassius Green discovers a magical key to professional success, propelling him into a universe of greed.

Adam Koch, AS’21

DMARC’s Hunger Simulation is an immersive interactive experience for you to learn what it’s like to live with food insecurity. In the Hunger Simulation, you take on the identity of a real person experiencing food insecurity. Register for the simulation.

Hosted by Next Course Food recovery Network and Des Moines Area Religious Council (DMARC).

Julie Uram, AS’20