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sports1 year ago

West Virginia's Hiring of Drake Coach Darian DeVries Sparks Coaching Search Speculation

Drake University's athletics director, Brian Hardin, expressed bittersweet feelings about Darian DeVries' departure to West Virginia and plans to take time in finding the right replacement for the head coach position. DeVries had exceeded expectations during his tenure, and Hardin will prioritize finding a candidate with energy, passion, and a desire to be at Drake. Despite the potential roster shakeup, Hardin aims to make a careful decision and involve current players in the process.

via Des Moines Register|
#basketball#coaching-search#darian-devries
entertainment2 years ago

Adam Sandler's Memorable Encounters and Heartfelt Moments

Adam Sandler visited the Drake University men's basketball practice facility in Des Moines ahead of his show on "The I Missed You Tour." The comedy icon, known for playing pickup basketball games, posed with the team and held up a peace sign in a photo shared on social media. Sandler has been making headlines for his impromptu basketball games at various locations across the country.

via Des Moines Register|
#adam-sandler#basketball#celebrity
education2 years ago

Top Iowa school makes prestigious top 100 best colleges list

Drake University is the only Iowa college to make it onto the Wall Street Journal's top 100 list for the best colleges in the United States in 2024, ranking 97th. The ranking is based on student outcomes, learning environment, diversity, and cost of attendance. Drake's inclusion in this ranking, as well as its recognition for economic diversity by The New York Times, highlights the university's commitment to creating a positive and inclusive environment. The university's 2022 graduating class demonstrated strong employment and educational outcomes, with 97% of undergraduate degree recipients employed or pursuing further education, and 98% of graduate degree recipients employed or pursuing additional education within six months of graduation. Drake's class of 2027 is also one of the most diverse in the university's history.

via Des Moines Register|
#college-rankings#diversity#drake-university