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For Faculty Archive, For Staff Archive

Upcoming Self Service Upgrade for Drake-Owned Macs

What Faculty & Staff Need to Know About the New App Rollout

ITS is pleased to announce an upcoming upgrade to the Self Service application on all Drake-owned Mac computers. In March, the current Self Service app will transition to the new Self Service+ platform, providing an improved experience while maintaining familiar features.

What’s Changing?

The shift to Self Service+ won’t require you to install a new app manually or restart your computer. When the upgrade is officially released by our vendor partner, Jamf, the old Self Service app will automatically disappear and be replaced by Self Service+. The icon and overall look and feel of the app will remain similar, ensuring a seamless transition for all users.

What Should You Expect?

  • Automatic Transition: The upgrade will be pushed out remotely. No action is needed by you to receive the new app.
  • Consistent Appearance: The Self Service+ icon will look the same as the previous version, so you’ll recognize it easily.
  • No Restart Needed: You won’t need to restart your Mac during this process.
  • Dock Icon Changes: If you have the current Self Service app in your dock, it may disappear or show a “?” icon and stop working. Simply open your applications folder to launch the new Self Service+ app. You can also add it to your dock for easier access if you prefer.

Questions?

If you have any questions or concerns about this transition, contact us through the ITS support portal at service.drake.edu/its or by calling the ITS Support Center at 515-271-3001. We’re here to ensure this upgrade is as smooth as possible for everyone on campus.

— Becky Klein, ITS

Campus Announcements Archive

Everclass–Page to Screen: The Story Behind Ellen Won Steil’s Optioned Novel

Discover the real story behind a rising literary career with bestselling author and Drake graduate Ellen Won Steil, JO’07. In this Everclass session, Ellen reflects on her path from Iowa to the bookshelves, sharing the quiet persistence, reinventions, and even failures that fueled The Lives of Others, Becoming Marlow Fin, and Fortune. She will also discuss what it is like to have one of her books optioned for development as a series on Peacock and how her background in journalism and law sharpened her voice as a storyteller. Perfect for creators seeking motivation, insight, and a candid look at the publishing world.

This is a free event open to all and will be held virtually via Zoom on Thursday, February 26, at 8 p.m.

Register Here

For Students Archive

The Only Thing Missing is You: Sign Up for Mocktails and Internships Today

Career Services and Cintas are collaborating on a new career event to help students learn about internship opportunities, networking with employer partners, and practice professional ‘happy hour’ etiquette.

The date has been set (March 5), the hors d’oeuvres and mocktails have been ordered—the only thing missing from our event planning checklist is your registration!

Event Checklist: 

  • Sponsor: Thank you, Cintas!  ✔️
  • Date: Thursday, March 5  ✔️
  • Time: 5–6 p.m.  ✔️
  • Location: Fisher-Stelter Hall in Johansen Student Center  ✔️
  • Attire: Business Casual  ✔️
  • Food: Hors d’oeuvres  ✔️
  • Drinks: Mocktails  ✔️
  • Benefits: Internship information, networking with professionals, and professional etiquette practice  ✔️
  • Registration: Sign up in Eventbrite. Space is limited, so early registration is recommended.  

For questions, contact career.services@drake.edu.  

— Jill Batten, Office of Advising

For Faculty Archive, For Staff Archive

Call for Drake Honorary Degree and Drake Medal Nominations

The Honorary Degree and Drake Medal Committee seeks nominations for honorary degrees and the Drake Medal to be awarded during the 2025–2026 or 2026–2027 academic years.

Any University employee may nominate a deserving candidate for an honorary degree or a Drake Medal. A brief description of each award and the nomination process can be found here: Call for Nominations Honorary Degree and Drake Medal.

The nomination process is confidential. Please do not inform the candidate of your nomination. Submit nominations and supporting documentation to Honorary Degree and Drake Medal Committee chair Ryan Stoldt at ryan.stoldt@drake.edu no later than March 9, 2026. Thank you for helping us identify candidates of the highest quality.

— Ryan Stoldt, Associate Professor of Advertising

For Students Archive

DU Dance Marathon Annual Fundraiser For The Kids Feb. 28

Calling all Bulldogs! Head to Parents Hall in Olmsted from 10 a.m.–4 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 28, for a day full of fun and fundraising to support kids receiving life-saving treatment at Stead Children’s Hospital. DU Dance Marathon supports four kids and their families and the annual main event offers opportunities for students to engage in friendly competition, hear inspiring stories from families and have fun with kids, win raffle baskets, sing karaoke, watch performances from the Brocal Chords and Drake Dance Team, and enjoy free food from Dough Co, Panchero’s, and more! Join us as we “tackle kids’ health” at DUDM 2026! Kids Can’t Wait!

Sign up HERE!

For Students Archive

Join Drake Broadcasting System Exec Board

Drake Broadcasting System (DBS) is looking for a New member on the Spring 2026 exec board. We are looking for an Editor.

If you are interested in editing long or short form videos DBS Editor is your place!

Here is the link to apply! Applications close on February 17 at 11:59 p.m. 

If you have any questions or concerns about this position or are interested, you can email DBS President Keila at keila.perezserrano@drake.edu or dbs@drake.edu.

— Keila Perez Serrano, SJMC senior

For Faculty Archive

Join the Humanities Center Listserv

Are you a faculty member doing work in the humanities? If so, please consider signing up for the Drake Center for the Humanities listserv. This is the best way to find out about events, funding, and opportunities to engage with other faculty. Just send an email asking to be added to Holly Boorman (holly.boorman@drake.edu). Questions? Ask the director, Will Garriott (william.garriott@drake.edu).

— William Garriott, Law, Politics & Society

For Students Archive

Tax Benefits for Higher Education

Did you know that the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) provides tax benefits for education? The tax benefits can be used to get back some of the money you spend on tuition or loan interest or to maximize your college savings.

Even if you normally wouldn’t file a tax return because of your income level, be sure to do so. If you don’t, you could miss out on tax credits that would put money in your pocket.

Learn more about tax benefits for higher education here.

— Kristi Fuller, Financial Aid Office

For Students Archive

Be a Student Media Leader

The Board of Student Communications is now accepting applications for the 2026–2027 academic year. You could be the leader of the Times-Delphic, Drake Mag, DUiN, Drake Broadcasting System, Periphery or Drake Political Review.

To apply, submit a resume and cover letter in PDF format to BSC co-chairs Professor Jeff Inman (jeff.inman@drake.edu) and SJMC Senator Cole Ferrao (cole.ferrao@drake.edu) by 5 p.m. March 13. Interviews will be held after Spring Break.

For more information, contact Professor Inman at jeff.inman@drake.edu.