On Thursday, March 1, Professor Fumiaki Kubo, of the University of Tokyo, will present, “An Unparalleled Partnership: US-Japan Relations in an Uncertain World,” at 7 p.m. in Meredith Hall, Room 106. His talk will explore how the two nations can work together, in an era defined by populism, to build peace and stability in the … Continue reading An Unparalleled Partnership: US-Japan Relations in an Uncertain World
Celebrate Valentine’s Day in the Innovation Studio. Our student maker and innovation council have special activities planned on Monday, Feb. 12. Be sure to stop by Meredith, Room 124C between 4 and 6 p.m. for fun activities and snacks. RSVP on Facebook and share with your friends. —Stephanie Cardwell, Entrepreneurship Centers
Last week, Drake’s All Staff Council Recognition Committee celebrated the University Communications (UC) team with a surprise cookie delivery (compliments of Drake Dining). The following spotlight provides facts about UC and how they make Drake a better place. Primary function: The Office of University Communications works to advance the image and reputation of Drake. The … Continue reading Bulldog Applause: spotlight on University Communications
Faculty are invited to attend an ITS workshop on Tuesday, Feb 6, from 2 to 3 p.m. in the Dial Center Large Conference Room. After you’ve outlined your course to match your syllabus, you can add and manage content to facilitate improved learning. This workshop will introduce you to some of the lesser known features … Continue reading Learn how to manage blackboard content to facilitate learning
The Department of World Languages and Cultures invites the campus community to chat in Spanish with a native speaker during Conversation Hours. Spanish Conversation Hours are scheduled four times a week this semester: Tuesdays from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m., Wednesdays from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m., and Fridays from 10 to 11 a.m. and from 11 … Continue reading Spanish Conversation Hours
Long after you’ve left Drake, you’ll carry pieces of this place with you forever. While all Bulldogs know and love the same campus, each individual student is inspired and shaped by particular experiences in specific spaces—the Drake campus through your eyes. Blue, Drake’s alumni magazine, wants to share your perspective of campus with the Bulldogs … Continue reading Blue Magazine wants to feature your photo
Date: Tuesday, Jan. 30 Time: 2 to 3 p.m. Location: Dial Center Large Conference Room Description: Faculty, attend a workshop to learn how to set up your Blackboard course to match your syllabus requirements. This practical, hands-on session will help you to take what is provided in your completed syllabus and build your Blackboard course … Continue reading Setting up your Blackboard course to match your syllabus requirements
Two Drake University seniors received honors during the PR News PR People Awards Luncheon at the National Press Club in Washington, D.C., last month. PR News’ PR People Awards is an international competition that recognizes the top talent whose work is making an impact in the communications field. Award recipients represent the professionals who are … Continue reading Drake seniors honored for achievements in public relations
Faculty are invited to attend the ITS workshop, Getting Started with Blackboard on Monday, Jan. 22, from 10 to 11 a.m. in Olmsted, Room TMR 132. Learn basic tips and tricks for working with Blackboard with a focus on course menus, navigation, and grade center setup. Participants should bring their own laptop or other internet … Continue reading How to: Get Started Using Blackboard
Faculty are invited to attend the ITS workshop “Getting Started with Blackboard” on Monday, Jan. 22, from 10 to 11 a.m. in Olmsted Center, TMR 132. Learn basic tips and tricks for working with Blackboard with a focus on course menus, navigation, grade center setup, and more. Please bring your own laptop or another internet … Continue reading How to get started using Blackboard