Drake delivers hands-on academic and co-curricular experiences that prepare you to make an impact in your community and navigate an increasingly complex world. Whether you are on-campus or virtual, you can expect to find outstanding opportunities to engage in co-curricular learning that facilitates your holistic wellness and supports your career preparedness. The Co-Curricular Engagement Channel is your one-stop shop to finding co-curricular opportunities and discovering a wellness dimension and/or True Blue Skill that will be enhanced through your participation. Make the most of your Drake Experience—Dive into Drake!
The first two weeks of school can feel very busy, and you may already notice yourself experiencing Drake Busy! Join the Drake Counseling Center during our...
The first two weeks of school can feel very busy, and you may already notice yourself experiencing Drake Busy! Join the Drake Counseling Center during our...
The inaugural U.S.-China Symposium at Drake University will convene experienced professionals, academics and other experts to speak on various topics related...
IE Week 2022 is November 14-18! A key component of this year's event will be the inaugural International Education Week Forum taking place 8:00-11:00 am on...
The first two weeks of school can feel very busy, and you may already notice yourself experiencing Drake Busy! Join the Drake Counseling Center during our...
The first two weeks of school can feel very busy, and you may already notice yourself experiencing Drake Busy! Join the Drake Counseling Center during our...
The inaugural U.S.-China Symposium at Drake University will convene experienced professionals, academics and other experts to speak on various topics related...
IE Week 2022 is November 14-18! A key component of this year's event will be the inaugural International Education Week Forum taking place 8:00-11:00 am on...
The first two weeks of school can feel very busy, and you may already notice yourself experiencing Drake Busy! Join the Drake Counseling Center during our...
The first two weeks of school can feel very busy, and you may already notice yourself experiencing Drake Busy! Join the Drake Counseling Center during our...
Emotional Wellness Is understanding your own feelings and expressing emotions in a constructive way. It is also the ability to manage stress and cope with life's challenges.
Intellectual Wellness Is fostering active participation in mentally-stimulating activities that develop critical thinking skills, creativity, and openness to new ideas. Knowledge gained is used to improve the world around us.
Occupational Wellness Is focusing on finding purpose and fulfillment in your areas of study or career and developing skills and knowledge to achieve professional accomplishments in a healthy way.
Physical Wellness Promotes taking care of our bodies to support optimal health through physical activity, healthy eating, and sleep, while avoiding the use of nicotine and abuse of drugs and alcohol.
Social Wellness Embraces meaningful personal relationships, good communication skills, and respecting oneself and others. It fosters a campus community that values equity, diversity and inclusion.
Spiritual Wellness Is nurturing a connection with something bigger than one’s self that cultivates a sense of meaning and purpose in life that aligns with one’s values, beliefs and everyday actions.