Want to win free stuff for attending Drake Athletic events? Drake students have an exciting new opportunity to receive rewards for attending Drake home athletic events this season by using the Dog Pound Student Rewards App.

Download the app, check into events, earn points and get rewarded. Prizes include sunglasses, tumbler, Drake flag, and Drake Athletics Adidas apparel. The more events a student attends, the faster points accumulate that may be redeemed for prizes. The Dog Pound Student Rewards app is free and available now through the Apple App Store or Google Play.

Aimee Lane, Athletics

Influenza vaccines will be offered at the Student Health Center Sept. 25, 26, and 27, from  8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. for all Drake Students. No appointment necessary. Flu shots are $25: Cash, credit, debit, or checks are accepted.

Mary Beth Olander, Student Health Center

Do you want to make a difference in a young person’s life? Consider becoming a Monroe Bulldog Buddy. Mentor a K-5th grader at Monroe Elementary School, which is a quick 15-minute walk from Drake. Meet with your mentee at least twice a month and be a positive role model in his or her life.

To learn more, come to an informational session/orientation on Friday, Sept. 21, at 12 p.m. in Olmsted’s Drake Room. Read about a mentor’s experience. Contact kerry.king@drake.edu for more information.

Amanda Martin, Community Engaged Learning & Service

Participate in Drake Wellness’ Fall 2018 Bucket List. Complete 3 out of the 5 activities listed in the flyer by Nov. 30, and you will receive a free hat. Take a picture and tag @DrakeRec on Instagram, Twitter, or Facebook to verify that you’ve completed the activities.

Drake Wellness

The Drake University Community School of Music is excited to introduce a group ukulele class for non-music majors. The class meets every Wednesday from 7 to 8 p.m. for eight weeks starting Oct. 3 in the Fine Arts Building. The cost is $200. There are only 10 spots available, so if you are interested, register soon by contacting Cynthia Giunta, director of the Drake University Community School of Music, at cynthia.giunta@drake.edu or 515-271-2832. The class is a great way to make new friends and take a break from studying. All you need to participate is an inexpensive ukulele.

Elaina Steenson, Music

Colleges Against Cancer will be hosting a dodge-ball night, Knock Out Cancer, on Thursday, Sept. 27, from 8:30 to 10:30 p.m. The purpose of this event is to raise funds and awareness for the fight against cancer. Participants are asked to sign up in teams of up to 6 people.

Please make sure all of the members of your team are signed up under the same team letter. There will be food for sale at the event and 100% of the money raised will be donated to Blank Children’s Hospital. Thank you in advance for your support!

Colleen Kless, Senior

The Drake University Community School of Music is excited to introduce a group piano class for non-music majors. The class meets every Wednesday from 12-1 p.m. for eight weeks starting Oct. 1. The cost is $200. There are only 10 spots available, so if you are interested, register soon by contacting Cynthia Giunta, director of the Drake University Community School of Music, at cynthia.giunta@drake.edu or 515-271-2832. The class is a great way to relieve stress and enjoy learning how to play the piano.

Cynthia Giunta, Music

Students who have the 195 or 335 block meal plan are now able to complete meal plan conversions online in the Housing and Meal Plan selection portal. Students may convert up to 100 meals per semester. One board meal equates to $4 flex dollars.

There are two designated sessions per semester in which students may choose to convert meals to flex dollars. The fall meal plan conversion sessions are:
Sept. 17—28
Oct. 22—26

Join us for Stone Steakhouse Swipe+ on Thursday, Sept. 20, in Hubbell Dining Hall from 5—7:30 p.m. or while supplies last. Enjoy a juicy steak cooked to order for dinner.

Jen Bowersox, Drake University Dining

Help us choose the Drake Relays Band by filling out our survey.
Once you fill it out, you are automatically entered into a raffle for a $25 gift card.

Genesis Buckhalton, Student Activities Board