If you were unable to attend the Campus Community Budget Discussion, be sure to view the video recording of the meeting on the Conversations site. President Martin and Teresa Krejci, chief financial officer, covered the budgeting process and shared budget projections.
Category Archives: Strategic Updates Archive
New Occupational Therapy program hits milestone
We are pleased to announce that at its December meeting, the Accreditation Council on Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) voted to grant candidacy status to the Occupational Therapy Doctorate program at Drake.
As a result of this action, Drake may admit students into the Occupational Therapy Doctorate program according to the approved timeline (May 2016). The board noted the following:
Strengths:
- There is strong support from Drake University for the occupational therapy doctorate program with support from administration and other faculty members to assist in program development and implementation. This is the first rehabilitation profession program at Drake.
- The program has hired a very experienced program director and two full-time faculty members, all with doctorate degrees.
- The program has an adequate number of fieldwork sites that cover the lifespan, variety of populations, and health care settings.
- The curriculum reflects a thorough and thoughtful course of study with an emphasis on service-learning.
Congratulations to Ann Burkhardt, Kathy Griner, Jayna Fischbach, their staff Carmalee Woods and Cassie Paterson, and the staff in the Experiential and Student Affairs offices, for their work to prepare the report and participate in many discussions related to the 50 standards. They are to be congratulated for their expedient work in submitting a high-quality report that will pave the way for a successful program at Drake!
—Submitted by Renae Chesnut, Interim Dean, CPHS
STEM@DRAKE construction update
Significant pre-construction activity is underway relative to the STEM@DRAKE project. At the Holiday Breakfast on Thursday, members of the campus community saw the latest building renderings and floor plans. There is excitement and appreciation for the inclusion of gender-neutral bathrooms and dedicated lactation rooms in both buildings.
Members of Drake’s Grounds Department—Aaron Harpold and Jeff Bosworth —were on hand to discuss how the project will affect trees. Attendees voted on the type of trees they would like to see planted as part of the effort to replace nearly double the number of trees that will be lost during construction. While removing trees is a difficult reality of construction, tremendous effort is being dedicated to a tree plan that will ensure both replacement and reclamation as part of the project. Watch for more details in coming weeks on this and other aspects of the STEM@DRAKE project.
—Submitted by Venessa Macro, Chief Administration Officer
Provost open forums this week
To meet President Martin’s goal to have a strong leadership team in place as soon as possible, we are pleased to present three candidates this week for our new Provost.
The Provost search committee invites your participation in the campus forums this week with three highly qualified candidates. Please make time Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday to meet the following candidates:
Dr. Darrell Radson
Dean and Professor
Foster College of Business
Bradley University
Peoria, IL
Monday, Nov. 30, 3–4:15 p.m.
Dr. Alzada Tipton
Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs and Dean of the Faculty
Elmhurst College
Elmhurst, IL
Tuesday, Dec. 1, 3-4:15 p. m.
Dr. Sue Mattison
Dean, College of Professional Studies
University of Wisconsin – Green Bay
Green Bay, WI
Wednesday, Dec. 2, 3–4:15 p.m.
The CVs for each candidate are located on the homepage of blueView on the right-hand side. A Qualtrics survey will be sent to campus for the committee to learn your impressions of the candidates.
—Darcie Vandegrift, Associate Professor of Sociology
Campus community budget discussion
The President’s Council invites you to attend a campus community budget discussion on Dec. 16 at 4 p.m. in the Shivers Hospitality Suite. The event will be recorded and made available on the continuous improvement channel on blueView for those who are unable to attend.
Individuals are strongly encouraged to submit any questions you have about budgeting before the discussion at Drake via the Conversations site “Provide your Feedback” function. Questions/comments can be anonymous. You can also submit questions or comments after the discussion using the same tool.
Following the event, everyone is invited to stay for a Drake Social Club event from 5 to 6:30 p.m.
—Submitted by Andrea McDonough
From the President
In my message to campus a few weeks ago, I introduced our new continuous improvement site, www.drake.edu/conversations. We have already received thoughtful comments and questions through the site, and I encourage everyone to provide feedback throughout the process of transitioning to a continuous improvement model at Drake.
We have recently made a few additions to the site. A new page has been added about our ongoing Higher Learning Commission re-accreditation efforts. The idea of continuous improvement is an integral part of the HLC’s approach to accreditation, as it enables universities to more accurately measure the success of their efforts and be responsive to the needs of an evolving student body. I encourage you to view Craig Owens and Kevin Saunders’ video message on this topic. By adding the re-accreditation information to our continuous improvement site, we are better aligning ongoing efforts, streamlining communication channels, and, hopefully, increasing campus-wide engagement with the process. As we move forward with re-accreditation, you will be able to find progress updates on the site.
We have also added several campus units’ balanced scorecards to the Conversations site: College of Business and Public Administration, Office of University Communications, Office of Admission, and Office of Alumni Relations and Development. These units volunteered to create continuous improvement plans for their operations. I encourage you to take a look at these plans as tangible examples of the balanced scorecard, as well as to see how campus colleagues are embracing this change and working toward creating a stronger University for the future. One thing to remember—these plans will change. Like the University’s continuous improvement plan, with feedback and progress these unit scorecards will evolve over time.
Sincerely,
Marty
Open forums for provost finalists
Open forums for the provost finalists are planned for Nov. 30, Dec. 1, and Dec. 2 in Sussman Theater from 3 to 4:15 p.m. Candidates will present during the first half of the forum, and the second half will be opened up for questions from the campus community. The event will also be video-recorded by DTS. More information will be communicated at a later date, along with the final candidates CVs. All faculty, staff, and students are invited to attend!
—Submitted by Laura Schwarz, Administrative Support Specialist
Save the Date for Presidential Inauguration
Save the Date
Inauguration of Earl F. “Marty” Martin, 13th President of Drake University
Thursday, April 28, 2016
Drake University campus
A commitment:
- To lead
- To inspire
- To uphold a tradition of excellence
- To fulfill aspirations for the future
From the President
As you are aware, we began the search for a new provost earlier this fall. Led by Darcie Vandegrift, associate professor of sociology and department chair, the search committee began by soliciting input across campus about the community’s aspirations for our new provost. The committee has screened more than 60 applicants and will continue to accept applications until the position is filled.
The committee has identified a list of candidates to invite to a neutral site interview. These candidates were chosen for their talent and experience regarding:
• Record of professorial accomplishment
• Collaborative ability with campus stakeholders and appreciation of faculty governance
• Capacity to implement a mission-driven strategic vision
• Proven leadership and management skills
• Demonstrated ability to ensure the success of a diverse student body, staff, and faculty
Neutral site interviews will be completed before Thanksgiving, and the committee plans to invite three finalists to campus the week of Nov. 30. Open forums for each candidate will be held during that week—further details to be shared as the candidates are selected and schedules are finalized.
I would like to thank the committee for all their hard work and effort. Their diligence has enabled us to forego the typical practice of hiring a consultant, saving the University tens of thousands of dollars.
Please take the opportunity to provide feedback to the committee members as the process goes forward. The members of the search team are listed at www.drake.edu/provostsearch
Best regards,
Marty
DNC debate tickets
Dear Drake students, staff, and faculty,
On Saturday, Nov. 14, Drake University will host a nationally-televised live Democratic presidential candidate debate in Sheslow Auditorium, sponsored by CBS News, the Democratic National Committee, the Iowa Democratic Party, the Des Moines Register, KCCI, and Twitter.
Drake’s mission statement promises students an exceptional learning environment, and hosting the debate exemplifies this commitment. Specifically, there are four important ways in which hosting this debate reflects the University’s mission. First, the debate exemplifies our role in a civic democracy—the University is the place where the community (in this case, the nation) comes together to debate the important issues of the day. Second, CBS News will be hiring student interns who will work on all aspects of the production for the week prior to the event. Third, a limited number of tickets are available for Drake students, faculty, and staff to attend the debate itself, participating directly in the democratic process (information about how to request a seat is included below). Finally, the debate brings national attention to our University, increasing visibility and attracting the next generation of outstanding students to campus.
Hosting the debate requires a substantial amount of logistical planning, and the campus community will need to be aware of a number of issues.
Tickets:
The Democratic National Committee has exclusive control over distribution of tickets to attend the debate. A limited number of tickets have been made available to members of the Drake community, and priority will be given to current Drake students.
All debate attendees must be seated by 7 p.m. and will need to remain in Sheslow Auditorium for the entirety of the program, until 10 p.m. If you are unable to commit to attending the entire debate program, please do not request tickets.
Tickets will be distributed by lottery. To request a ticket, go to http://tinyurl.com/DNCDrakeDebate2015. You may request a ticket at any time prior to Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015, at 5 p.m. Please submit your name and information only once, as duplicate entries are not permitted. In order to guarantee equal opportunity for all members of the Drake community, only one submission per person will be eligible. Each request is for only one ticket, and Drake is not providing tickets for family, friends, or alumni.
Please be aware that attendance will require Secret Service screening procedures.
Should you be chosen to receive a ticket to the event, you will be notified by Friday, Nov. 6, using the preferred email address you provide in your request. Once you confirm your acceptance of the ticket, additional instructions and information will be provided. Please remember that tickets are nontransferable—they are only valid for the individual who has been designated to use the ticket and IDs will be checked at the door.
Facilities and Security:
The debate will bring a large number of people to campus (approximately 1,000-1,500 people are expected). This creates security concerns and all members of the campus community should be aware of this. Please observe the following guidelines to ensure safety:
- The Bell Center, Cartwright Hall, and Old Main will be restricted to those affiliated with the debate for security reasons. Credentials will be necessary to enter these spaces on Friday evening and all day Saturday (Nov. 13 and 14). If you need to use facilities in these buildings, please plan to do so before or after they are secured for the debate.
- Areas immediately surrounding the Bell Center, Cartwright Hall, and Old Main will be restricted for security reasons. Prior to the debate, information will be available regarding street closures, parking restrictions, and other logistics. Please plan accordingly.
- Please carry your Drake Card (ID) with you at all times. Should an emergency arise, this will allow security and Secret Service personnel to identify you as a member of the Drake community.
- For students living on campus or in the immediate area, please be extra cautious about allowing access to living spaces to individuals who are not known to you. Do not prop or leave doors open, do not let people into your building unless you know them personally, and do not accept “credentials” from any individual not affiliated with the University, the Des Moines Police, or the Secret Service.
Things to Keep in Mind
Hosting a nationally-televised live debate provides invaluable opportunities for the Drake community. It also means that our campus and our community are in the national spotlight. Approximately 700 credentialed members of the press are expected. Three presidential candidates will be on campus. You may have interactions with CBS staff, candidates, campaign staff, Secret Service personnel and/or the media. Please take care to be respectful and responsible. You may well have the opportunity to show the nation who we are as the Drake community and our collective commitment to civility and the open, respectful exchange of divergent views. Together, we can ensure that this is a positive experience for all of the individuals visiting campus, as well as for all members of the Drake family.
Additional details regarding building access, street closures, and parking restrictions, will be distributed next week.
—Joe Lenz, Provost