Black Alumni Association
The Black Alumni Association is for all persons who have attended the University, who identify as Black, African, African American, Pan-Caribbean, and Multi-racial, but may not hold a degree from the University, are eligible for membership in the Association.

Primary Goals of the DUBAA
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Facilitate professional and social networking of Black alumni, students, faculty, and staff through existing Alumni Relations and University-wide events; as well as through the creation of new programs that provide professional development and networking opportunities.
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Support Drake University in the recruitment and retention of Black prospective, undergraduate and graduate students.
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Support the interests of Drake University Black Student Organizations, including the Coalition of Black Students and the African & Caribbean Students Association, in the development of programs and networking opportunities.
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Assist in the preservation of Black history on the Drake University campus, and in the recognition of Black alumni and student successes.
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Champion engagement amongst Black alumni.
Become a Member
Events
There are no upcoming events for this alumni community at this time. Please check back soon!
Volunteers
If you would like to volunteer with the Black Alumni Association please fill out the form at the link below and we will get in touch with you.
Volunteer
Social Media
Connect with us on social media by liking the Drake University Black Alumni Region Facebook page and Drake University Alumni Facebook page.
Drake University Alumni - Facebook Page
Black Alumni Association - Facebook Page
Board Members
Want to make sure you’re receiving communication about the Black Alumni Association or want to learn more about the advisory council? Or just have questions?
Greg Lin
Assistant Director
Volunteer Engagement
Phone: 515-271-1947
Email Me
Tira Mays, MS'11, MJ'17
President
Des Moines, IA
Deidre DeJear, JO'13
Vice-President
Des Moines, IA
Mario Austin, BN'83
Chicago, IL
Myra Butts, LA'73
South Bend, IN
Alexis Davis, JO'12, MCL'17
Chicago, IL
Floyd Ezell, Jr., JB'23
Des Moines, IA
Hosea James Givan, II, LA'82
Bronx, NY
Henry Hamilton, III, JO'88, JD'92
West Des Moines, IA
L'Tanga Johnson, BN'90
Woodruff, SC
Greg Jones, LA'81, MBA'83
Deltona, FL
Briana Isom-Brummer, AS'13
St. Louis, MO
Alisa Inez McLaughlin, BN'95, MA'20
Chicago, IL
Yaa Gyamfuah Nsiah, AS'12
Missisauga, ON (Canada)
Dolph Pulliam, FA'69
Munster, IN
Brandon Weaver, AS'21
Baton Rouge, LA