Des Moines LGBTQ+ Alumni Social

Join Central Iowa-based LGBTQ+ alumni and allies at a Drake University social hosted by a LGBTQ+ Bulldog-owned business. The Rook Room Game Lounge & Cafe, owned by Annelise Tarnowski, AS'15, JO'15, and LGBTQ+ Alumni Association Board member Tony Tandeski, JO'08 is Central Iowa's only board game lounge and cafe with a collection of 700-plus games. Attendees can choose to socialize and catch up with old and new friends or socialize through playing a game.

The event is graciously sponsored by The Rook Room, attendees will enjoy one free drink and snacks and appetizers.

Event Details

Date: Wednesday, October 22, 2025
Time: 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm
Where: The Rook Room Game Lounge & Cafe I 300 SW 5th St, Des Moines, Iowa 50309

For event accommodations or questions, please email lgbtq@drake.edu.

Registration

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