Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging

Zimpleman College of Business diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging commitment

The Zimpleman College of Business strives to create an authentically diverse, inclusive, and equitable environment for all. This commitment is central to our belief that business is a force for good with an essential role to play in making positive contributions to society. We recognize that we must intentionally take action to implement strategies to engage students, faculty, and staff from different backgrounds, experiences, perspectives, and faiths to promote our personal and professional success. This imperative stems from Drake University’s long tradition of the pursuit of equity and inclusion, and its aspiration to create a truly diverse and welcoming campus.

This commitment rests on a set of expectations for all of us who are part of the Zimpleman College of Business community:

• To embrace lifelong growth by welcoming a wide variety of viewpoints and engaging thoughtfully and respectfully, even when doing so is uncomfortable
• To respect and value differences in race, ethnicity, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, mental or physical ability, and other dimensions of diversity
• To build on the backgrounds and experiences of international staff, faculty, and students in recognition of the globally connected nature of academia and the private sector
• To leverage the power of teaching and learning, thought leadership, shared governance, and service work to remove systemic barriers that hinder us from fulfilling our commitment

We seek tangible ways to live up to these expectations through the actions and relationships that students, faculty, and staff have with each other in all venues. Whether we are on campus, in the community, or interacting virtually, it is our goal to be intentional in building and maintaining environments where discrimination is not tolerated.

College and University resources:

• Drake University DEI Commitment
• Drake University nondiscrimination and accessibility disclosures
• The Comparison Project - center for the study and engagement of global-comparative religion and local-lived religion
• Title IX at Drake University

Faculty/Staff resources:

• AACSB Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging
• Crew Scholars faculty opportunities
• Drake faculty/staff affinity groups
• "How to Make Your Teaching More Inclusive." 2019. The Chronicle of Higher Education. July 22, 2019.

Resources in Des Moines and surrounding areas:

• Inclusion Committee of the Greater Des Moines Partnership
• Iowa Civil Rights Commission
• Iowa Department of Human Rights
• Iowa LatinX Project
• Iowa Pride Network (OneIowa)
• The Director's Council (One Economy)

• Dr. Ayn E. Crowley Scholarship
  Established by Dr. Ayn E. Crowley. Awarded to marketing majors with a 3.5 GPA or higher with financial needs who are from educationally, economically, or socially disadvantaged backgrounds or whose enrollment will significantly contribute to the diversity of the student body.

• KPMG LLP / Donald R. Sloan Scholarship
  Awarded to an incoming freshman majoring in accounting. Awarded to students who self-identify as a racial or ethnic minority and will create greater diversity in the accounting profession. Scholarship is contingent upon maintaining a cumulative 3.0 GPA overall and a cumulative 3.0 GPA in accounting.

• 1960 Alumnus International Scholarship
  Awarded to a student(s) from the region of Korea with financial need. If there are no qualified students from the region of Korea, then the scholarship can be expanded to include students of Korean descent currently residing in the United States with financial need.

• John and Mary Pappajohn Scholarship
  Established by John and Mary Pappajohn. Awarded to one entering first-year student and one continuing student with financial need who are from educationally, economically, or socially disadvantaged backgrounds or whose enrollment will significantly contribute to the diversity of the student body.

• Principal Financial Group Scholarship
  Awarded to students who identify as women majoring in computer science or data analytics with a 3.0 GPA or higher. Preference is given to students active in leadership roles on- and off-campus, financial need, veterans, students with disabilities, or who increase the diversity goals of the College.

• Principal Financial Group Scholarship
  Awarded to Zimpleman College of Business students in their sophomore year with a 3.0 GPA or higher who enhance the diversity goals of the College. Preference is given to students active in leadership roles on- and off-campus, financial need, veterans, and/or students with disabilities.

• Principal Financial Group Scholarship
  Awarded to Zimpleman College of Business students in their sophomore or junior year with a 3.0 GPA or higher. Preference is given to students active in leadership roles on- and off-campus, financial need, veterans, students with disabilities, and/or who increase the diversity goals of the College.

• Principal Financial Group Actuarial Science Scholarship
  Awarded to an actuarial science major with a 3.4 GPA graduating between December 2021 and August 2023. Preference is given to students who exhibit leadership and whose enrollment will contribute to the diversity of the student body, including students with disabilities and veterans.

• Principal Financial Group Entering Freshman Scholarship
  Awarded to two entering first-year students with a 3.0 GPA or higher whose enrollment will significantly contribute to the diversity of the College. Preference is given to students active in leadership roles on- and off-campus, with financial need, veterans, and/or students with disabilities.

• Burmeister for Uganda Trip Scholarship
  Established by Ned Burmeister. Awarded to students with financial need traveling to study sustainable development in Uganda who would not otherwise be able to participate. Scholarships are awarded in the Spring semester.

Please visit our Financial Aid Office for all general scholarship information.

Zimpleman College of Business student organizations are dedicated to providing support and leadership opportunities to diverse students. These student organizations include:

Undergraduate student organizations:

• Organization of Latino Actuaries
• Women in Business

There are a range of university-wide registered student organizations and programs dedicated to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. A complete list is available at the Multicultural Student Organizations page.

Student senate works directly with administration and is a voice for students. There are two Equity and Inclusion senators elected each Spring. Student senators can be reached via email.