2008 Dates

Session 1:  Thursday, June 5-Friday, June 6

Session 2:  Sunday, June 8 - Monday, June 9

Session 3:  Sunday, June 15 - Monday, June 16

Session 4:  Friday, June 20 - Saturday, June 21

Session 5:  Sunday, June 22 - Monday, June 23

For Students

Even if you've already visited campus, summer orientation is an important time that marks the beginning of your life at Drake University. You will meet your classmates, upper-class students, faculty and staff, so you'll know people when you return to campus for fall classes. You will choose your first-semester classes and get an in-depth look at Drake's student services, residence hall life, and co-curricular and social opportunities. You can learn more about the Des Moines community, too.

The Drake Student Health Center staff will be offering the Meningococcal Vaccine (Menactra) during the first day of orientation at the service fair (while supplies last). The cost is $95.00.

This vaccine is highly recommended for college aged people who are living in the residential or group housing. For additional information on meningococcal disease, visit the CDC's  Web site.

For Parents

Orientation is vital even if you've already visited the Drake campus. Faculty and staff will answer your questions about campus life, academic programs, safety, athletics, financial aid, billing and payment options, the community and any other topics you want to discuss. You will learn ways you can get involved at Drake and meet other parents who may be experiencing the same hopes and anxieties you are as your student leaves for college.

For Everyone

Summer orientation is a lively, information-packed way to become more familiar with Drake and have a great time. Extensive studies show that Drake students who attend summer orientation have a smoother transition, both academically and socially, to college life. They also have more fun — see for yourself.

A tentative schedule here!
Student Picture at Sign In
Sign Up

Complete and mail the form (pdf) with payment as soon as possible. There are several program dates to accommodate everyone, but scheduling is done on a first-come, first-served basis. After you send your reservation to Drake, you will receive a confirmation of your session date.

Mail to:
Drake University
Student Accounts, Terri Smith
2507 University Ave
Des Moines, IA 50311

Questions?

Call the Dean of Students Office toll-free at 1-800-44-DRAKE, x2835; locally, call 515-271-2835.