Everclass by Drake University

Drake community voices on
topics that matter.

Topics and talk to fuel your curiosity, creativity, connection, or career potential. Dive deep and explore topics that interest you with sessions by Drake community voices.

Introducing Everclass!

Your way to stay connected to Drake.

This series is designed to inspire Drake alumni and friends to dive into topics that will fuel curiosity, creativity, connection or career potential. All sessions feature a keynote speaker, a panel discussion, or a Q&A style with a moderator. Session categories include career, education, experience, and trending topics.

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Upcoming Sessions

THURSDAY, October 10, 2024 | Noon - 1:00 PM CDT | VIRTUAL
Box Lunch Lifestyle: Crafting Your Own Path to a More Satisfying Life

Are you ending your workdays feeling unfulfilled? If you’re ready to change that, Cheryl K. Johnson, AS’90 and her book “Box Lunch Lifestyle” offers a simple strategy to reclaim your spark during lunch breaks. In this session, learn how to fuel your body and start building a better life, one lunch break at a time. The session will be moderated by Matthew Mitchell, Associate Professor at Drake.

Have an idea for a session? Email alumni@drake.edu.

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Past Sessions

THURSDAY, AUGUST 15, 2024 | Noon - 1:00 PM CDT | VIRTUAL
From Refugee to Olympian: The Inspiring Journey of Yiech Pur Biel, AS'23

Join us for a conversation with Yiech Pur Biel, AS'23, a refugee from South Sudan who found refuge in Kenya’s Kakuma camp and discovered a passion for running. He competed in the 2016 Rio Olympics as part of the Refugee Olympic Team. A 2023 Drake graduate, Pur now serves as a UNHCR Goodwill Ambassador and IOC member, advocating for displaced athletes. He aims to provide access to sport for one million young refugees this year.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 26, 2024 | Noon - 1:00 PM CDT | VIRTUAL
Championship Insights: A Conversation with Brendan Daly, AS'97, Linebackers Coach, Kansas City Chiefs

Join us for a conversation with Brendan Daly, AS'97, a seasoned NFL coach with six Super Bowl rings and nearly two decades of experience. As a Drake alum and current linebackers coach for the Kansas City Chiefs, Daly has been a key figure behind the Chiefs’ back-to-back Super Bowl victories in 2023 and 2024. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain insider knowledge from a Drake alum not only coaching but excelling at the highest levels of the sport.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 10, 2024 | 7:00 - 8:00 PM CDT | VIRTUAL
Building Brands, Empowering Entrepreneurs: A Conversation with Emily Steele, BN'12

Join Emily Steele, Drake alum and the CEO & co-founder of Hummingbirds. Hummingbirds is a dynamic marketing platform connecting place-based brands with community-minded content creators. Emily will share insights on her innovative approach to marketing and entrepreneurship, leveraging social media and community collaboration to empower small businesses and elevate emerging brands.

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