The Martin Bucksbaum Lecture Series

4th Annual BuckBaum Business Lecture

October 21, 2026 at 7:00 PM CST
Knapp Center, Drake University
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Past Bucksbaum Moments

For nearly 30 years, the Bucksbaum Lectureship has brought world-renowned voices to Drake University, sparking meaningful conversations on the most important issues of our time.

John Green - April 2nd, 2026

Liz Cheney - March 27, 2024

Bob Woodward - April 4, 2023

Misty Copeland - April 2, 2025

Clint Smith - March 27, 2017

Megan Rapinoe - November 19, 2019

“These lectures have given me a chance to listen to professionals within and outside of my field of interest. I have been fortunate enough to attend the Drake Bucksbaum lectures with my family when I was a kid, and now, as a college student, I get to enjoy it with my friends. The Martin Bucksbaum Lectureship Series offers a unique opportunity to hear diverse perspectives from experts that we may not have a chance to hear from otherwise. This experience has been invaluable for me and many others who have attended.”
Keira Coady
International Relations/Public Relations major, Chinese minor | Class of 2025

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