College Headlines

Sabbatical helpful for faculty, stressful for their students

Simpsonian, Simpson College, Ia

1 day ago by Peter Kaspari/Staff Writer

Faculty members at Simpson College and elsewhere go on sabbaticalto study in their various fields as a way to improve the way they teach and to develop their skills.

While sabbatical can be beneficial to a professor's teaching career, a sometimes unfortunate drawback to the situation is their inability to interact with their advisees.

McDonald's CEO, alumnus recognized at concert for large music endowment

The Times-Delphic, Drake University, IA

10 hours ago by Matt Nelson

Drake's Jazz Ensemble I performed for a large audience Tuesday in the Harmon Fine Arts Center as part of the Fred and Patty Turner Inaugural Jazz Concert.

The night of music honored retired McDonald's CEO and Drake alumnus Fred Turner for his million-dollar endowment toward Drake jazz studies.

Better late than ... ever?

The Times-Delphic, Drake University, IA

2 days ago by Tyler O'Neil

Inclement weather has pushed back the construction deadline for the 28th Street and Carpenter Avenue project over a week but the project will still be completed in time for the Drake Relays, said Facilities Operations Manager Mark Chambers late last week.

The project was funded by the Department of Transportation, and, as a result, the construction guidelines stipulate that the company working on the project must be given up to two rain days each time it rains.

Senior elected Wright County supervisor by 37 votes

The Times-Delphic, Drake University, IA

2 days ago by Matt Nelson

Lucas Beenken (B4), a current Drake student, was in shock when he heard he had won the election of Wright County supervisor by a mere 37 votes.

"There's 6,099 votes, and I won by 37. It was a squeaker," Beenken said. "It was exciting."

Beenken, who ran on the Democratic ticket, began his campaign while still serving with the National Guard in Iraq.

Beyond the walls of Simpson

Simpsonian, Simpson College, Ia

5 days ago by Tyler Larson/Staff Writer

Simpson College offers its students many national and international study options, allowing them to learn from countries such as Thailand, France and Spain.

"We are always interested in looking for other international programs," International Education Coordinator Jay Wilkinson said.