Drake University

Drake University

http://drake.edu
https://www.linkedin.com/school/drake-university/

Drake University, a privately owned entity headquartered in the US, was founded in 1881 and employs approximately 1,880 individuals. Functioning as a tier 1 media tech buyer, it operates as a private university based in Iowa, United States.

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Founded

1881

Headcount

1,872

Headquarters

United States

Primary Segment

Search, social, and retail media

Ownership

Privately Owned

News Summary:

On July 2, 2026, Drake Jazz Ensemble One, directed by Professor Andy Classen, performed a free concert outside the Turner Jazz Center. This performance served as a pre-tour event before the band embarked on a 10-day European Tour from July 4-14, with scheduled performances at jazz festivals across Italy, France, and Holland. Previously, on June 30, 2026, Drake University and the Zimpleman College of Business earned a Level 4 "Transforming School" designation in the 2026 Positive Impact Rating (PIR) for business schools, acknowledging their leadership in responsible education.

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Drake University offers 2 products in the media and telecoms services and sports industries. Drake University's product portfolio comprises of athletics and multi-discipline sports and search, social, and retail media.

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Jul

24th

2026

05:46

M&A Activities, Business Expansion, Corporate Restructuring, B2B Tag, M&A Activities, Geographic Expansion, Business Restructuring, Facility Expansion

Drake Is Reportedly Reviving A Historic Texas Saddle Shop

Drake's been rocking cowboy boots and western pieces on and off for years now. Picking up an actual saddle shop takes that interest to a whole different level. It wouldn't be shocking if boots or apparel eventually follow this move.

Jul

22nd

2026

20:05

Events, B2B Tag, Events and Conferences

Move-In Day | Non-Transfer & Upperclass Students

About this Event Students will have a twenty-minute move-in window to complete the check in process, unload their vehicle and move their car to a residential parking lot. They can then return to their room to unpack and decorate as needed.

Drake University

Jul

22nd

2026

18:32

M&A Activities, Capital Investment, B2B Tag, M&A Activities, Investments

Drake Making Surprise Move Into Texas Western Wear & Saddles

Drake is quietly making moves in Texas, and this time it’s not about music or fashion. The Canadian rapper’s fingerprints are all over the resurrection of a historic saddle shop that closed its doors after nearly seven decades in business.

Jul

20th

2026

19:31

Events, B2B Tag, Events and Conferences

Move-In Day | First-Year Students

About this Event Students will have a twenty-minute move-in window to complete the check in process, unload their vehicle and move their car to a residential parking lot. They can then return to their room to unpack and decorate as needed.

Drake University

Jul

19th

2026

19:02

Events, B2B Tag, Events and Conferences

Move-In Day | Transfer Students

About this Event Students will have a twenty-minute move-in window to complete the check in process, unload their vehicle and move their car to a residential parking lot. They can then return to their room to unpack and decorate as needed.

Drake University

Jul

17th

2026

08:56

Events, B2B Tag, Events and Conferences

SPARC Networking Event

About this Event We invite faculty or staff to join us for our SPARC Networking Event. This time will allow you to connect with your peers and SPARC personnel to discuss upcoming opportunities, current grant-related topics, and to connect for future collaborations/submissions.

Drake University

Jul

17th

2026

08:37

Events, B2B Tag, Events and Conferences

Drake Student Employment Fair

About this Event New and returning students are invited to stop by the Olmsted Breezeway on Friday, Aug. 22 from 11am-1pm to visit with on-campus departments who are hiring students for the upcoming academic year. Whether you're wanting to gain new skills, earn extra money, or meet others on campus, working on campus is a great option for you. This is an informal event - students are not required to dress up or bring a resume, although you may.

Drake University

Jul

15th

2026

06:30

Management Changes, B2B Tag, Management Changes

Roscoe Jones Announces Plans to Conclude Tenure as Dean of Drake Law School

Jones to return to Washington D.C. to reengage in national policy work Originally appointed on July 1, 2024, as the 22nd dean of Drake Law School, Roscoe Jones has announced his tenure as dean will conclude on Aug.

Drake University

Jul

11th

2026

08:31

Events, B2B Tag, Events and Conferences

Staff & Faculty BUILD Class: Automating Microsoft: How to Improve Admin Processes with Tools You Already Have!

About this Event Computers are smarter than ever, but even the best AI programs can’t tackle the deluge of tasks coming through your inbox, Teams, Blackboard, Starfish, etc. This beginner-friendly BUILD class will help you use Microsoft Office programs like Excel and Power Automate to automatically send emails, track deadlines, and compile valuable data about all your hard work – no additional subscriptions needed.

Drake University

Jul

2nd

2026

22:19

Events, B2B Tag

Drake Jazz Ensemble One Pre-Tour Concert

About this Event Drake Jazz Ensemble One, directed by Prof. Andy Classen, is playing a Free Concert Friday 7/3 at 1PM outside Turner Jazz Center. The band will be leaving on a 10-day European Tour (July 4-14), performing in prominent jazz festivals throughout Italy, France and Holland.

Drake University

Jun

30th

2026

01:00

Awards and Recognitions, B2B Tag

Drake University’s Zimpleman College of Business Earns High Rating for Societal Impact

Drake Achieves Level 4 ‘Transforming School’ Designation in the 2026 Positive Impact Rating Drake University and the Zimpleman College of Business have once again secured their position as a global leader in responsible education, earning the prestigious Level 4 “Transforming School” designation in the 2026 Positive Impact Rating (PIR) for business schools.

Drake University

Jun

15th

2026

10:31

Teaser campaigns have become one of the music industry’s most powerful marketing tools

The music industry has always sold anticipation. But the tools available to today’s artists have transformed the album rollout from a promotion into something closer to a long-running narrative event. Artists like Taylor Swift, Drake and Ariana Grande release tiny, mysterious, emotionally charged fragments of their forthcoming releases on social media.

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