Category Archives: Campus Announcements

Campus Announcements

Gear Up for Graduation: Gifts, Alumni Apparel, and More

Graduation is a time to celebrate years of hard work, dedication, and achievement. Bulldog Shop is here to help the entire community mark the occasion with thoughtful grad gifts, alumni gear, and any last-minute graduation essentials.

Whether you’re honoring a graduate, cheering on a loved one, or celebrating your own milestone, visit us for meaningful gifts and new alumni apparel to commemorate this special moment. Our store will be open throughout commencement weekend for any last-minute regalia needs.

Bulldog Shop Special Hours (May 11–17)

Mon–Thursday: 9 a.m. –5 p.m.

Friday: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Saturday: 10 a.m.–3 p.m.

Sunday: 9 a.m.–2 p.m.

— The Bulldog Shop

Campus Announcements

Cowles Library Survey Findings

As part of Cowles Library’s ongoing commitment to assessing our effectiveness and improving how we serve Drake University, the Library Assessment, Data, and Retention Working Group invited the campus community to share feedback in Fall 2025 about our spaces, services, resources, website, and teaching and research support. Hundreds of students, faculty, and staff responded. Thank you! Linked here is a brief summary of what we heard and how the results will help inform our planning.

— Teri Koch, Cowles Library

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New in Dogtown: Lifestyle Juices Expands and True Blue Opens

As some of you may have seen, Lifestyle Juices has moved next door and now has a larger, upgraded space at the corner of 25th and University (the former Ancient Ways location). Along with their signature fruit smoothies, be on the lookout for an expanded lunch menu coming soon.

Entirely new to Dogtown is True Blue Shake & Energy Bar, a wellness-focused nutrition club offering delicious meal replacement protein shakes, energizing herbal teas, and 24g protein iced coffees. Whether you’re looking for a quick breakfast, a healthy lunch option, an afternoon energy boost, or post-workout fuel, True Blue provides convenient, feel-good options designed to fit busy lifestyles. With a welcoming atmosphere and a focus on community, True Blue Shake & Energy Bar is excited to serve students, staff, athletes, and the greater Des Moines community.

— Nate Reagen, Office of the President

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Fake CAPTCHA Scam Targets Windows Users

Fake “I’m not a robot” checks are being used to trick Windows users into installing password-stealing malware, and we’ve recently heard reports of this scam on campus.

You’ve probably seen CAPTCHA prompts online – those little boxes or picture puzzles that help websites verify you’re a human. The prompt looks routine, but instead of a normal image puzzle, it claims there’s an “error” and gives you “simple steps” to verify.

Here’s the catch: the fake page tells you to press Windows Key + R, then Ctrl + V, then Enter. That opens the Windows Run box, pastes a hidden command from your clipboard, and runs it, potentially downloading an information-stealer (reported as StealC) that can grab things like saved passwords, browser cookies, and login details for your accounts.

What to do: If a CAPTCHA asks you to use keyboard shortcuts, close the tab – don’t do it! If you already did, disconnect from the internet, run a full malware scan, and change your Drake password using a different trusted device. You may also need to change personal passwords, such as email, banking, social media, and others.

If you need help, contact the ITS Support Center by submitting a ticket through the ITS service portal at service.drake.edu/its, calling 515-271-3001, or bringing your device to the lower level of Carnegie Hall.

— Becky Klein, ITS

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Photos With Griff II May 12, 13, 14

Griff II will be available in front of Old Main for photos and pets from 7–8 p.m. on May 12, 13, and 14. All are welcome! He will be dressed in his cap and gown for graduates wishing to snap some graduation photos.

Plans may change in the case of inclement weather. Check @DrakeUGriff social media for announcements on any changes.

— Erin Bell, University Communications and Marketing