College of Arts and Sciences alumni have turned their passions into careers and foundSuccess After Drakeacross the globe.
Earning a degree in liberal or fine arts allows you to engage with fundamental questions, be immersed in cultures different from your own, think for yourself and become an engaged citizen on both local and global levels—ideal preparation to thrive in any career. By drawing on the past and studying the most current research, we prepare you for the opportunities and challenges of years to come.
The National Advisory Council (NAC) for the College of Arts and Sciences provides a way to engage alumni across the globe and broaden communication among the College, its alumni, and other friends.
The NAC meets twice each year, and provides counsel to the College regarding objectives, strategies, goals, problems, and opportunities; develops recommendations on the priority needs of the College as requested by the Dean; and assists with the recruitment of students and alumni and development efforts.
Current Members and Staff
Robert Palmer, Chair LPS 2010, JD 2014 Attorney Nyemaster Law Firm, Des Moines, IA
Rachel Bruns LPS/Public Relations 2008 Deputy Director America's Service Commissions, Des Moines, IA
Eric Carlson Music
Darren Fife Environmental Science 2006 Barker Lemar Engineering, West Des Moines, IA
Danielle Foster-Smith English 1997 Vice President, Legan and General Counsel Ruan, Des Moines, IA
Madeline Goebel International Relations, 2016 Director of Iowa Hunger Summit & Community Outreach World Food Prize, Des Moines, IA
James Holsapple Physics 1980 Chief,Department of Neurosurgery andProfessor and Chairman of Neurosurgery Boston University School of Medicine, Boston, MA
Richard Hunsaker Politics/International Relations 1988, Graduate 1990 Executive Direction Region XII Council of Governments, Des Moines, IA
Mark Jarrett Physics 1984 Six Sigma specialist in engineering - aerospace division Honeywell, Minneapolis, MN
Natalie Larson Psychology and Sociology 2015
Wilson (Wil) Lewis II Sociology 1996 Senior Vice President, Diversity and Inclusion Bank of America, Chicago, IL
Pete Lovell Environmental Science, Biology 2002 Project Scientist/GIS Specialist HR Green, Inc., Des Moines, IA
Sasha Muir Kamper Mathematics 1991 Sr. Securities Analyst—Private Placements Principal Global Investors, Des Moines, IA
Tami Byram Mahl Political Science, Music 1986 Attorney Davenport, IA
Julie Mulholland Biology 1995 Senior Manager Oracle, Westminster, CO
Denise Rathman International Relations 1988 Executive Director National Assocation of Social Workers, Des Moines, IA
Natalie Simon Friends of Drake Arts, Chair
Dan Wolter Politics 1993 Des Moines, IA
Jill Allen Associate Dean for Strategic Initiatives, College of Arts & Sciences
Lisa West Associate Dean of Student Affairs, College of Arts & Sciences