Our Alumni
College of Arts and Sciences alumni have turned their passions into careers and found Success After Drake across 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.
Arts & Sciences alumni can connect with the Drake Alumni Community to get involved with regional networks, take advantage of alumni services and perks, and find out about reunions and other special events. Membership is free, and the benefits are numerous.
National Advisory Council
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 and Professor 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
Andy Poppen, Friends of Drake Arts
Graphic Design, Music 2010
RDG Planning & Design
Des Moines, IA
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
Doug Lampe
Major Gift Officer