A nostalgic Obama return to Iowa Nov 1, 2008
"The people of Iowa probably recognize this better than anybody: We need to get beyond the old ideological debates that divide us between left and right, he told the crowd. Calling on 'our better angels'In his closing, he told them, As I said from the beginning of this campaign, from the start of the journey all those months ago, the change we need isnt just about new programs and policies. Its also about a new attitude, its about a new way of treating each other, a new politics,... (MSNBC -- Politics)
Gilbert students reach toward new 'business horizons' Nov 1, 2008
Bossard brought the idea to Gilbert after she taught at Drake University and saw the summer edition of Business Horizons there, before it moved to Simpson College at Indianola. She said she's grateful for the work of volunteer business people "who basically give up an entire work week, from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. over five days, to do this.". (Ames Daily Tribune, IA)
Pakistan becomes favourite US whipping boy Nov 1, 2008
Republican candidate Rudy Giuliani joined the long list of candidates who have Pakistan in the crosshairs, by announcing during a ABC-sponsored event at Drake University that he would take that action inside Pakistan if he thought there was no other way to crush Al-Qaida, no other way to crush the Taliban, and no other way to be able to capture bin Laden. Giuliani stressed that going into Pakistan without its government's consent would be a last option. (India Times, India)
New Products, Advertising Models Needed To Keep Quality Journalism, News Executives Tell National Press Club Forum at Drake University Oct 31, 2008
DES MOINES, Iowa, Oct. 30 /PRNewswire/ -- New thinking in how to attract advertisers will be essential to regenerating the income necessary to keep quality journalism alive, leading news executives said at a National Press Club forum at Drake University Wednesday ... This forum was co-sponsored by Drake University's journalism program. (PR Newswire)
Legislative candidates debate issues Oct 31, 2008
Chamber president Chris McLinden welcomed the candidates and moderator, professor Dennis Goldford of Drake University, before turning the evening over to Goldford. Temere and Watts lead the evening off, working through a series of questions ranging from the economy to right-to-work laws. (Dallas County News, IA)
Candidates want capital plan Oct 30, 2008
Education: bachelor s degree from Drake University, a master s in special education from Northern Illinois University, Master of Business Administration degree from NIU; law degree from Drake University Law School. Profession: farmer. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
How can McCain seize victory? Oct 30, 2008
"It would take a perfect storm. Everything has to break his way," said Dennis Goldford, a political scientist at Drake University in Iowa, a Bush state in 2004 where McCain trails. "All of a sudden, all of those states that are close or within the margin of error would have to tip back to McCain.". (Modesto Bee, CA)
Students look forward to Career Fair Oct 29, 2008
This site last updated on, Tuesday, October 28, 2008. Have you voted early for Tuesday's general election. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Business briefs Oct 25, 2008
Helquist graduated magna cum laude from Taylor University in Upland, Indiana, and his law degree with high honors is from Drake University School of Law, in Des Moines, Iowa. Helquist will focus on labor and employment law. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
It Happened in Keokuk Oct 25, 2008
Keokuk Medical College - College of Physicians and Surgeons merges with Drake University. St. Louis company is negotiating for purchase of Keokuk power, making Keokuk officials believe that water power is a reality. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Track & Field Oct 23, 2008
Senior Bobby Curtis was named a USTFCCCA Division I All-American following his performance in the NCAA Championships on June 13, hosted by Drake University. Curtis won the event, crossing the finish line in 13:33. (Villanova.com)
BPW recognizes Marion, Rand Park Pavilion group Oct 23, 2008
and a bachelor of science degree in business administration at Drake University in Des Moines. At the mention of Stephens College, it dawned on Debbie Marion, director of marketing at River Hills Village, Inc., that the nomination described her. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Local judges receive high marks from bar association Oct 21, 2008
He received his law degree in 1987 from Drake University. He serves District 1B.. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Trojans keep pushing the rock uphill towards sub-state berth Oct 17, 2008
A first year coach who starred at Drake University after helping the Trojans win their last state championship in 2002, Ross demands respect without much effort. I give a lot of credit to coach (Nick) Ross, he s done an unbelievable job, Schelling said. (Atlantic News-Telegraph, IO)
'Art is my goal' Oct 17, 2008
" After hitting a period of tough times in his adult life, Ashland sat back and began to think what his goal in life should be. The answer came to him during a walk in the forest. "Art is my goal," he said. Ashland set out to get his bachelor of fine arts degree from Iowa State University, and received his master of fine arts degree from Drake University. He spent some time at the Art Institute of Chicago, where he received two certificates of achievement. He used his time in Chicago to focus on... (Ames Daily Tribune, IA)
Battle for the board Oct 17, 2008
Amos, 57, earned her law degree from McGeorge and has a bachelor's degree in education from Drake University in Des Moines, Iowa. Connie Goethel. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
JSU Lady Tigers finish 13th at golf tournament Oct 15, 2008
Drake University won the two day event with a score of 917. JSU finished with a total score of 1015. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Roo wins national recognition Oct 14, 2008
After recording only the fifth hat trick in Kangaroo soccer history during UMKC's 4-3 upset over number 19 Drake University, Perez was recognized regionally and nationally. Perez, a 20-year-old Liberal Arts major from Miami, Fla. (University News, MO)
Highlassies In Tie For Eighth At Arkansas State Classic Oct 14, 2008
Drake University leads the event with 306-305 611, followed by Central Arkansas in second with 304-309 613 and Murray State in third with 312-305 617. Sarah Nicholas led the Highlassies shooting 80-78 158 and is tied for 20th. (KWTX.com, TX)
Jennings Receives National Aca... Oct 11, 2008
All nominees are individually and collectively a testament to the "student" in the "student-athlete. Jennings won the 2008 the NCAA East Regional championship in the hammer throw, held on May 31 at Florida State. She took the event with a throw of 205-06 (62.64m), setting a new URI school record in the process. By virtue of her regionals victory, she earned an automatic spot at the NCAA Championship meet, held at Drake University in Des Moines, Iowa. She finished 26th at the national... (Gorhody.com)
Fey settles in nicely at Central Elementary School Oct 10, 2008
"I really loved working at the middle school. They have phenomenal teachers over there, and I made a lot of good friends." Fey, who has an elementary education degree with a reading endorsement from Grandview College, finished his master's in educational leadership at Drake University in 2003. Fey said he went back to get his master's degree with the end goal of becoming a principal. (Nevada Journal, IA)
Coach Bluder ready to open practice Oct 10, 2008
We are going on the road to play at Kansas, at Duke, who is ranked No. 5 in the country right now, and at Drake University. Then at our neutral site in The Virgin Islands over Thanksgiving, we'll be playing Texas Tech from the Big 12, South Florida from the Big East, and California, a team that's currently ranked No. 2 in some polls. (Iowa Sports -- Rivals.com)
Ethanol could be key to Iowans on the fence Oct 10, 2008
Drake University political scientist Dennis Goldford says ethanol "isn't one of those deal breakers, the way abortion or gay marriage is. It's not a make-or-break issue.". In May, the U.S. House overwhelmingly rejected Bush's veto of a $289 billion farm bill that created separate incentives for corn-based ethanol and cellulosic biofuels. (USA Today)
Columbus student does some 'uncommon' work Oct 8, 2008
Kay Halloran mayor, Cedar Rapids; Laura Hollingsworth publisher, The Des Moines Register; Rex Montgomery retired associate dean for research, College of Medicine, University of Iowa; Brice Oakley partner with Avenson, Oakley and Cope Consulting of Des Moines; Dolph Pulliam-director community outreach and development and basketball announcer for KRNT at Drake University in Des Moines; Robert Ray former Iowa governor and trustee for Hoover Library Association, Des Moines; Drew Sponheim 2001 Hoover... (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Roos win on a hunch and a hat trick Oct 7, 2008
Media Credit: Brian Perez, man of the match, scored a hat trick against Drake University ... But it didn't take Mitchell nearly that long. His electrifying equalizer in the 57th minute sparked the Kangaroos to a thrilling 4-3 win Tuesday night over the 25th-ranked Bulldogs of Drake University, at Bourke Field. (University News, MO)
Civil rights giant Edmunds dies at 86 Oct 6, 2008
After graduating from Fisk University with a B.A. in history and government, Mr. Edmunds earned a master's degree in education from Drake University. On his 38th birthday in 1960, Mr. Edmunds became the fifth executive director of the Pittsburgh Urban League. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Gabrielson second at national marathon championship Oct 6, 2008
Former Belmond-Klemme and Drake University standout Matt Gabrielson placed second at the men s national marathon championship at the Twin Cities Marathon on Sunday. Gabrielson finished the race in a career-best 2 hours, 17 minutes and 38 seconds to place first in the 30- to 34-year-old male division and second overall in a field of 7,966 finishers. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Congress looked ugly on bailout bill, but system worked Oct 5, 2008
Pelosis speech was hardly statesmanlike, said James Hoefler, coordinator of the Dickinson College Policy Studies Program in Carlisle, Pa. The stunning House rejection of the plan left both sides accusing the other of playing politics. (Anchorage Daily News)
Adetayo Adesanya Oct 3, 2008
He has his sights set on another stellar Big Ten showing, qualifying for his first NCAA Mideast Regional Championships and a trip to the NCAA Outdoor Championships, to be hosted by Drake University in Des Moines, Iowa. In the end it seems "Aim High" has just one meaning for Adesanya; end up on top. (Purduesports.com)
Roberts says lawyers should be wary of technology Oct 3, 2008
Roberts' observations came as he traced the history of technology's role in the law during a 40 minute lecture on the campus of Drake University. About 2,000 people listened as Roberts delivered the Dwight D. Opperman Lecture in Constitutional Law. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Extreme makeover for Drake Relays stadium Oct 3, 2008
DES MOINES, Iowa -- The old brick stadium at Drake University is about to get a makeover. The home of the Drake Relays will be getting a new track, an infield with artificial turf, a high-tech scoreboard, better seats and a new area for throwing events just beyond the open end of the horseshoe-shaped stadium. (ESPN -- Olympics)
Men's Basketball Sep 24, 2008
vs. Wayne State (Exhibition). vs. Charleston Southern. (Hawkeyesports.com)
ISP inks marketing deal with Drake University Sep 23, 2008
has signed a deal with Drake University to be the athletic department s multimedia marketer. ISP, based in Winston-Salem, will market a variety of corporate sponsorship opportunities for the university, located in Des Moines, Iowa, including game radio broadcasts, athletic programs, signs in on-campus facilities, corporate hospitality and other events. (Business Journal of the Greater Triad Area)
Sioux City Journal poll: Obama takes big lead in Iowa (448) Sep 22, 2008
Dennis Goldford, a professor of politics at Drake University, said Palin is energizing the base of GOP voters who were already planning to vote for McCain or likely to stay home on Election Day. "In that sense, it was an effective choice for McCain," said Goldford, who doesn't believe the Palin selection has attracted independent voters. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Pointing fingers on the economy Sep 20, 2008
"The campaigns are under pressure to say something and do something about the crisis when there really isn't much they can do," said Dennis Goldford, a political science professor at Drake University in Iowa. "The easiest thing is to shellack the other guy and say 'Whatever I don't know, the other guy knows less.' ". (Boston Globe)
Agriprocessors officials plead not guilty Sep 19, 2008
Robert Rigg, director of the Criminal Defense Program at Drake University Law School, said defense attorneys could claim selective prosecution, which would accuse the state of enforcing a little-used law. "If you pick out a seldom, if ever, used statue, dust it off, and say, 'ah-ha' --- that could be a ground he would raise," he said. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
9-11 Truth holds one-year anniversary meeting Sep 19, 2008
A handful of people stood beneath the glowing marquee at Varsity Theatre in Des Moines' Drake University neighborhood. They came to see the show and to remember 9-11. (Dallas County News, IA)
Central grads bike 685 miles to 50th class reunion Sep 18, 2008
Jones and Heeren, state swimmers back in the day for Central (Heeren also ran track at Drake University), have spent vacations together cycling and climbing mountains in Europe. Both have been blessed physically, save for Heeren's scare in May when he underwent a heart valve replacement and double-bypass surgery. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
This Week in Pac-10 Men's Soccer Sep 17, 2008
Sept. 19 [12/11/8/8] Creighton at STANFORD, 8 p.m. (1) Cal State Fullerton at WASHINGTON, 7 p.m. (2) [19/21] Drake University vs. [6/5/3/4] CALIFORNIA, 5 p.m. (1) UC Irvine at SAN DIEGO STATE, 1 p.m. (3) UMKC vs. OREGON STATE, 3 p.m. (4) ... m. (4) [12/11/8/8] Creighton at [6/5/3/4] CALIFORNIA, Noon (1) [19/21] Drake University at STANFORD, 2:30 p.m. (1) [19] New Mexico at WASHINGTON, 1:30 p.m. (2) [23] UC Davis at SAN DIEGO STATE, 1 p.m. (3). (Pac-10.org)
Cytochroma appoints Steven I. Engel as Vice President of Regulatory Affairs and Quality Assurance Sep 16, 2008
He earned his Doctor of Pharmacy degree from the University of Florida, his Master of Science in Pharmacology from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, and his Bachelor's degrees in Pharmacy and Biology from Drake University. "Cytochroma's portfolio of therapies for chronic kidney disease has tremendous potential," stated Dr. Engel. (Canada Newswire)
Vanderbilt releases men's basketball schedule Sep 12, 2008
7:00 p.m.)11/29/08 vs. Drake University (Cancun, Mexico TBA)11/30/08 vs. New Mexico -or- VCU (Cancun, Mexico TBA). 12/03/08 vs. Illinois-Chicago (7:00 p.m.) 12/06/08 at Georgia Tech [F] (1:00 p.m.) 12/10/08 vs. Alabama A0 p.m.). (Vanderbilt Sports -- Rivals.com)
'Priscilla Sage: Fifty Years of Sculpting, 1958-2008' Sep 12, 2008
A graduate of Pennsylvania State University, Priscilla attended Columbia University, Iowa State University and earned a master of fine arts degree at Drake University. Through the years, Priscilla has taught art to students of all ages. (Ames Daily Tribune, IA)
First Rights: Will Biden be more than a hit man? Sep 11, 2008
And the Democratic congressional leaders -- Harry Reid and Nancy Pelosi -- have shown no pressing interest, or any interest, in restoring the Constitution or the respect of our allies' intelligence agencies, which are being undermined at home by their governments' charges that they have committed crimes through complicity in CIA kidnappings and other actions on "the dark side." Nor have Obama or McCain shown any concern with such abuses of we Americans as Biden emphasized in an April 3, 2007,... (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
UNI Hall of Fame inductees named Sep 9, 2008
After finishing his coaching career, he has gone on to a lengthy career as an athletics administrator, including serving as director of athletics at Drake University from 1990-2000, and his current role as director of athletics at the University of the Pacific in Stockton, Calif. Martin played three years for the Panther basketball team (1967-70) under the direction of head coach Zeke Hogeland. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Dean says Republican message lacks substance Sep 6, 2008
Dean spoke at the Drake University campus a day after John McCain accepted the Republican presidential nomination during the GOP convention in St. Paul, Minn. Dean said Republicans neglected issues like health care and the economy during the convention. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Convention: Youth will be served - and serve - the GOP Sep 3, 2008
"Obama left the state with an organization in place. McCain's got to build from scratch, or rely on the Republican organization," said Dennis Goldford, a political science professor at Drake University. Wendy Riemann, a spokesperson for McCain, said the Republican is appealing to young people in Iowa by trying to reform the country's energy system out of a concern for global warming and by appealing to them on the economy and the value of service. (Ames Daily Tribune, IA)
Jeannette Eyerly, 100, wrote novels with teen girl themes Sep 1, 2008
She attended Drake University and the University of Iowa, where she earned a bachelor's degree in English in 1930. In 1932, she married Frank Eyerly, an editor at The Des Moines Register. (Boston Globe)
Hard-core fans still not happy after big victory Sep 1, 2008
Davis, who was pushed out as Hawkeye coach and later returned to coaching at Drake University, received the warmest welcome of all the inductees. You could tell that the emotional Davis was moved by the reception. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
NEIGHBORS IN THE NEWS Aug 31, 2008
Hillman earned a doctorate of pharmacy at the Drake University College of Pharmacy in May 2007 and is currently a pharmacist at a Kmart pharmacy in Dubuque, Iowa. The groom s parents are Dave and Debbie Kelley of Nora Springs, Iowa. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
UWM Men Fall To Drake In Season Opener, 2-0 Aug 31, 2008
DES MOINES, Iowa - Hunter Kennedy scored both goals to lead Drake University to a 2-0 victory over the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee men's soccer team Saturday night at the Cownie Soccer Complex. The Panthers (0-1) and Bulldogs (1-0) battled it out at day one of the Drake Soccer Classic, playing in what was the season opener for each team. (Uwmpanthers.com)
3 running for 2 School Board seats in Mason City Aug 31, 2008
The Mason City native earned his undergraduate degree at University of Northern Iowa and law degree from Drake University. Levy funds are needed to upgrade technology, provide summer school for at-risk students and maintain a four-year-old preschool, he said. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Kristen Buckley Joins Women's Basketball Staff Aug 30, 2008
"Coach Buckley had a Division I blue collar game in the paint at Drake University," added Burr ... She earned her B.S. in Sociology at Drake University, graduating in 1998. (Brownbears.com)
Participant shares his story to encourage others Aug 30, 2008
He earned a football scholarship to Drake University in Des Moines. While majoring in psychology, Williams continued to excel academically and athletically at Drake. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Some saw spectacular, others just spectacle Aug 29, 2008
"If anybody right now is the all-American girl next door, it's Shawn Johnson," said Dennis Goldford, a political scientist from Drake University in Iowa, noting that when Johnson returned from Beijing to her hometown of West Des Moines this month, she was received by a crowd of about 7,000, including many young families. "That's part of what the Obama folks want to attach to Obama. He may be a different color, but he's as all-American as everyone else.". (Boston Globe)
W-G hosts all-school reunion at Lake Robbins Aug 29, 2008
He received his bachelor's degree in music education and master's degree in music from Drake University and Ball State, respectively. Wayne is a bass player who performed with the Woody Herman Orchestra and professionally in New York City, and who was a professor of music at Graz University in Austria. (Dallas County News, IA)
Times have changed since last WSU-OSU meeting Aug 29, 2008
It was the focus of a national uproar in October 1951, when Drake University of Iowa played at Oklahoma Ake was led by All-American quarterback Johnny Bright, who was black. In the game's first three plays, Bright was victimized by three blatantly dirty hits to the head. (Cougfan.com)
Stakes huge for Obama's Thurs. acceptance speech Aug 28, 2008
But any change is a gamble, said Dennis Goldford, a political scientist at Drake University in Iowa. It means stepping into the unknown. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
Good Morning Cedar Valley -- Aug. 28 Aug 28, 2008
Upper Iowa plays at Drake University at 6 p.m.. --- In high school football, Colo-Nesco will play at NU High in Cedar Falls at 7 p.m.. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Pa. native wins Mountain Playhouse international award Aug 26, 2008
A retired professor of theater arts at Drake University, Coleman has already taken home one playwrighting award this year, winning an international competition based in Gainesville, Fla. I ve had eight plays produced over the past 12 months, he said. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
A New Era Begins Now Aug 26, 2008
The Bulldogs will also take on Northern Arizona out of the Big Sky Conference and Drake University from the Missouri Valley Conference, in the two-day tournament at the Kress Events Center on Sept. 5-6. It's then down highway 99 to Bakersfield for the final non-conference tournament as the `Dogs will once again take on CSUB on Sept. 12. (Gobulldogs.com)
Milwaukee Soccer Team Opens 2008 Season Saturday At Drake Aug 26, 2008
The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee will begin its 36th season of NCAA Division I soccer this weekend when it heads to Des Moines, Iowa, for the Drake University Invitational. The Panthers will open their season Saturday with a 7:30 p.m. contest under the lights against host Drake and will finish weekend play Sunday with a 5 p.m. start against Missouri State. (Uwmpanthers.com)
Three jailed on murder charges Aug 26, 2008
He was also invited to play in the USA Junior Nationals International Sports Festival at Drake University. He has not competed in the past two seasons. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
ISU News and Notes: Online financial literacy education available Aug 24, 2008
Sage was on the art and design faculty at ISU from 1984 to 2000, and taught at Drake University for the previous 18 years. Sage has spent the past 50 years pushing the boundaries of textile and fiber media into the realm of sculpture and fine art. (Ames Daily Tribune, IA)
Povlsen moves in as new mayor Aug 23, 2008
Education: Sycamore High School, bachelor s degree in psychology, Drake University; master s degree in education, Northern Illinois University. Has lived in DeKalb: 33 years. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Prescription pills latest teen trend Aug 23, 2008
Richardson told parents how his own life was on track for high academic achievement after Creston High School, enrolled in Drake University with plans for a pharmacy career. Little did his family realize at the time how his escalating alcohol abuse would eventually lead to an entirely different pharmaceutical situation. (Creston News Adertiser, IO)
