Addie Cunningham holding an award
"Drake has helped me prepare for a career in so many ways! It has introduced me to professors who are willing to connect me with opportunities that allow me to continue exploring all my options. I have been able to conduct research projects, work on class assignments that have real-world impact, and obtain internships with the help of professors and Career Services."
Addie Cunningham
Health Sciences, Public Health '26
Armin Dogic studies on his laptop in the Cline Atrium
"My aspiration is to be a bilingual pharmacist in the community, addressing the health disparities that are present. During my PharmD journey, I've attended many conferences where I not only learned, but I also embraced leadership. One of the highlights was my internship abroad, which opened my eyes to a world beyond the classroom."
Armin Dogic
Doctor of Pharmacy '26
Cole Brockman in graduation regalia standing to receive an honor
"The Drake OTD program exposed me to many different areas of occupational therapy practice and equipped me with the knowledge and confidence to take the NBCOT board exam and become a holistic, entry-level practitioner. The professors pushed me to be the best that I could be, which was essential for my growth. Community engagement experiences like working with the Boys and Girls Club and Mosaic and attending Hill Day at the State Capitol allowed me to advocate for the profession and understand the positive impact OT has on those we serve."
Cole Brockman
Occupational Therapy Doctorate '26
Avery Mertz hangs an IV bag in a nursing lab
"I am very competitive and love to challenge myself, so when I found out I could speed up the process of my career in nursing plus stay surrounded by my professors, teammates, and friends, I knew the Drake ABSN program was right for me."
Avery Mertz
Nursing & Health Sciences '25