This month’s limited-edition Griff of the Month T-shirt features everyone’s favorite mascot taking charge as the official Fireworks Director all summer long.
Each month, we release a brand-new, exclusive Griff design so you can grow your collection all year round. If you collect all 12 designs, you will unlock a special bonus at the end of the year!
July’s design is only available for a limited time. Grab yours today before it’s gone.
— Bulldog Shop
Campus parking permits for the upcoming academic year went on sale July 1. To secure your parking pass, visit the Public Safety parking page and select “Online Parking Registration.” Be sure to have your vehicle’s license plate number handy when you sign up.
Please note that permits are available on a first-come, first-served basis, and all sales must be completed online.
Payment Methods: You can pay via credit or debit card. Additionally, the payroll deduction process can be completed entirely online and is available to full-time, benefit-eligible part-time, and adjunct employees.
Pass Pickup: Once your pass is ready, you will receive an email confirmation. You can pick it up at the Student Services Desk located in the Johansen Student Center. Please bring a valid ID for verification.
Visit drake.edu/map to see where the lots are located. Passes are valid from August to August, and you are welcome to start using your new pass as soon as it is picked up.
For questions, contact studentservices@drake.edu.
— Sara Heijerman, Student Services Center
We hope you and your student are feeling excited about their transition to Drake! As summer continues, you might be wondering, “What’s next?”
Here are a few meaningful ways you can help your student prepare for a successful start at Drake:
Our advising team is available all summer! Students can contact their Academic Advising Specialist in Starfish via myDrake if they have questions, need to share new information, or would like to reconnect before the semester begins.
Summer is officially here, and so is your next must-have Griff of the Month T-shirt! Inspired by sunny days and endless adventures, the new limited-edition June Griff shirt is ready to join you wherever the season takes you.
Each month, we drop a brand-new Griff design so you can build your collection all year long. The Ultimate Reward: Collect all 12 Griff of the Month T-shirts and unlock an exclusive bonus at the end of the year.
Don’t Wait! This design is only available for a limited time. Grab your June Griff shirt today, add to your collection, and get ready to collect them all!
— Bulldog Shop
Show your Bulldog pride this 4th of July weekend with an exclusive holiday discount. From July 2–5, enjoy 25% off any single item!
Shop in-store at the Bulldog Shop on July 2, or shop online at drake.ecampus.com throughout the entire weekend.
Use promo code: AMERICA25
If you are traveling for the holiday, you can still shop the online sale and choose our convenient in-store pickup option for when you return.
Don’t miss this limited-time Independence Day offer. Stock up on your favorite Drake gear and celebrate this historic milestone in red, white, and BLUE!
— Bulldog Shop
Looking for a fun, motivating way to stay on track with your health goals? Join us this July for HealthyU BINGO. The goal is to fill up a blank BINGO card (or two) during the month with healthy activities that you complete from a provided list and then get together to play some games of HealthyU BINGO for prizes.
To get started, or if you have questions, contact Linda Feiden at linda.feiden@drake.edu. All participants will receive a packet that includes a list of HealthyU BINGO activities and a blank BINGO card.
— Linda Feiden, Human Resources
Registration is open for Drake University’s inaugural Youth Entrepreneurship Day. The new program will take place on Tuesday, July 14, and is designed for students entering sixth through eighth grade.
Hosted by the Buchanan Center for Entrepreneurial Leadership, the one-day experience gives middle school students a hands-on introduction to entrepreneurship from Drake staff. Students will identify a real-world problem, map a business model, and pitch their ideas to peers and instructors.
Drake is hosting the Youth Entrepreneurship Day Camp in Aliber Hall, 2847 University Avenue, Des Moines. The program begins at 8 a.m. and ends at 3:30 p.m. The cost to attend is $75 per camper, and lunch is included. Space is limited, and families are encouraged to register their children by Saturday, June 27.
— Chase Spencer, Buchanan Center for Entrepreneurial Leadership
Following the recent announcement that Gesine Gerhard is stepping down as Dean of the College of Arts & Sciences, we are pleased to share an update on her next professional chapter. Dean Gerhard has accepted a position as the inaugural Dean of the newly unified School of Arts & Sciences at Saint Mary’s College of California, effective July 1, 2026.
As Dean Gerhard prepares for this transition, we want to express our deepest gratitude for the incredible legacy she leaves behind. Her contributions have prepared the College of Arts & Sciences to thrive in the years to come.
Please join us in congratulating Dean Gerhard and wishing her the very best in California.
— Jill Allen, College of Arts & Sciences, Senior Associate Dean for Strategic Initiatives
June is Pride Month—our opportunity to celebrate Drake’s LGBTQIA+ community, honor their accomplishments, and support the ongoing pursuit of equal justice.
Come celebrate with us and walk alongside Drake University in the 2026 Capital City Pride Parade! All students, staff, faculty, alumni, and allies are welcome.
Griff II will be joining us! While it’s a bit too warm for him to walk the route, he’ll be cruising along in the air-conditioned Griffmobile.
How to get involved:
— Gregory Lin, Alumni Relations
Dining service will operate on adjusted hours throughout June. Be sure to plan ahead and check the schedule before stopping by, as meal periods will vary by day.
From breakfast and lunch to select dinner service, we’ll be here to keep you fueled all month long. Save this schedule and stay tuned for any updates throughout the summer!
Thank you for dining with us—we look forward to serving you this June!
