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Virtual Orientation at Drake University

Get to know Drake before you arrive. Virtual Orientation introduces you to campus resources, academic expectations, and the people who will support you from day one. Explore the sessions, videos, and information below to start preparing for your first semester.

Virtual Orientation at Drake University

Start with Confidence

We’ve designed Virtual Orientation to help you feel informed, prepared, and ready for day one. Check out the sessions below to learn about key resources and expectations.

Time Session and Link
9:00 a.m. CDT Welcome to the Bulldog Community
9:10 a.m. CDT Orientation Leader Meet-Ups and Parent/Family Sessions
9:45 a.m. CDT Living and Dining on Campus
10:15 a.m. CDT Inclusive Campus Wellness
10:45 a.m. CDT Student Involvement
11:15 a.m. CDT Academic Program Overviews
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Welcome to Drake

At Drake, your experience goes far beyond the classroom. This is a place where you can explore your interests, discover new passions, and shape your own path from day one.

Orientation Leader Meet-Ups

Audra Snyder

International Relations and Anthropology & Sociology
College of Arts & Sciences

Jack Cockayne

Music Education and Vocal Performance
College of Arts & Sciences

Mara Schell

Anthropology, Sociology & Spanish
College of Arts & Sciences

Will Kowalewski

Finance and International Business
Zimpleman College of Business

En Stratton

Secondary Education
School of Education

Ella Rankin

Pre-Pharmacy
College of Pharmacy & Health Sciences

Lucy Matlock

Multimedia Journalism and Vocal Performance
School of Journalism & Mass Communication

Academic Program Overviews

College of Arts & Sciences

College of Pharmacy & Health Sciences

School of Education

School of Journalism & Mass Communication

Zimpleman College of Business

What's Next?

You’re almost there—just a few more steps before you officially become a Bulldog! Complete the remaining items on your New Student Checklist to the right.

Thank you for being part of our Virtual Orientation! We can't wait to welcome you to campus this fall.

Review the Orientation Flip-book