Crew Scholars Program at Drake University

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Crew Scholars Program at Drake University A group of Drake students of color who stand together to support each other's success, academic excel What is a “Crew”?

Crew |'Krü| - A group of Drake students of color who stand together to support each other's success, academic excellence, and leadership growth (while earning extra funds for college). Crew Scholar Anthony Pawnell at Drake’s 2014 Convocation
Don’t go it alone at Drake—consider joining the Crew Scholars Program. It’s a group of students who want to achieve great things at Drake, to support each other's success as students of color, and are passionate about effecting change in the community. The Crew Scholars Program offers a community in which you’ll build lifelong friendships, attend exciting events, and get involved in every aspect of campus life, all while cultivating academic and leadership skills and nurturing your passion for making a difference. Plus, the Crew Scholars Program makes a Drake education more financially feasible: Crew Scholars enrolled full-time in on-campus courses for the fall and/or spring semesters, receive Drake scholarships and grants totaling at least 50 percent of tuition. (Calculation of the 50 percent tuition support includes Drake scholarships and grants awarded separately from one's selection as a Crew Scholar with the exception of the need-based Drake Grant. In addition, NCAA and conference guidelines may require adjustments to any scholarship or grant--including a Crew Scholarship--if athletic scholarships are offered.)

Save the dates! Bulldogs Belonging week is coming up Oct 19-24th! Come join us for a movie night, sip & paint, drag show...
10/07/2026

Save the dates! Bulldogs Belonging week is coming up Oct 19-24th!

Come join us for a movie night, sip & paint, drag show, cultural dance, and more!

This week will be filled with celebrations and promoting education for our community. We hope to see you there!

Crew Scholars - Take this incredible chance to experience a tour, panel discussion, and learn about internship opportuni...
10/05/2026

Crew Scholars - Take this incredible chance to experience a tour, panel discussion, and learn about internship opportunities with Principal Financial Group on November 13th!

RSVP is required by November 5th to [email protected]

What happens when you stop trying to fit the script and start telling your own story?Join Drake alum, filmmaker, musicia...
09/17/2026

What happens when you stop trying to fit the script and start telling your own story?

Join Drake alum, filmmaker, musician, and digital creator AJ Spitz for a conversation about storytelling, identity, creativity, and what it means to make your mark.

This isn’t a lecture. Come ready for conversation, reflection, and a chance to think differently about how your identity shapes the stories you tell and the spaces you move through.

And because deep conversation is better with snacks:
FREE SNACKS + RAFFLE PRIZES

Choose the session that works for you:
Friday, October 23 | 6:00 to 7:15 PM
JSC 050, Fisher Stelter Hall

Saturday, October 24 | 11:00 AM to 12:15 PM
1st Floor, Medbury Hall

Come for the snacks. Stay for the conversation. Leave thinking a little differently about the story you’re creating.

Free. Open to Drake students. No experience or preparation needed!

Crew Scholars, we need YOU!Help us welcome our incoming first year and second year Crew Scholars to campus on Sunday, Au...
08/10/2026

Crew Scholars, we need YOU!

Help us welcome our incoming first year and second year Crew Scholars to campus on Sunday, August 16!

8 AM–12 PM | Second Year Move In
12 PM–5 PM | First Year Move In

Stop by for an hour or stay as long as you can. Help carry boxes, greet families, and most importantly, show our newest Crew Scholars what it means to be part of this community.

No sign up needed. Just show up and receive a free Crew T-shirt (while supplies last)!

Move In Day is almost here!Crew Scholars, we can’t wait to welcome our newest cohort and celebrate the return of our sec...
08/03/2026

Move In Day is almost here!

Crew Scholars, we can’t wait to welcome our newest cohort and celebrate the return of our second year scholars.

Move In: Sunday, August 16

(Move in times have been assigned separately for first year and second year Crew Scholars. If you require an accommodation, please contact Crew Leadership. Please note that move in before or after August 16th cannot be accommodated.)

First year and second year Crew Scholars should check their email for important move in details and what to expect throughout the day.

We’re excited to kick off another year of community, leadership, and success. See you soon.

Crew Scholar Move In Volunteers NeededHelp us welcome our newest and returning Crew Scholars as they move in for the aca...
07/08/2026

Crew Scholar Move In Volunteers Needed

Help us welcome our newest and returning Crew Scholars as they move in for the academic year. We are seeking current students, faculty, and staff to volunteer on Saturday, August 16 during one or both of the following shifts:

* 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. – Welcome returning second year Crew Scholars
* 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. – Welcome incoming first year Crew Scholars

As a thank you, volunteers will receive a newly designed Crew Scholar T shirt while supplies last.

If you are interested in volunteering, please email Anisa Hansen ([email protected]) by August 4 to sign up.

The dynamic trio!! Thank you for your leadership! .kenton
05/01/2026

The dynamic trio!! Thank you for your leadership! .kenton

When you love your crew assistant… 😭🥹
05/01/2026

When you love your crew assistant… 😭🥹

That’s a wrap! All of the spring 2026 crew classes have come to an end. Have a great finals week. We will miss you all! ...
05/01/2026

That’s a wrap! All of the spring 2026 crew classes have come to an end.

Have a great finals week. We will miss you all! 🥹

Hey seniors! Remember that letter you wrote to yourselves years ago??? 👩🏽‍🎓 🧑🏻‍🎓 👨🏿‍🎓 Well, they’re back. And calling yo...
05/01/2026

Hey seniors! Remember that letter you wrote to yourselves years ago??? 👩🏽‍🎓 🧑🏻‍🎓 👨🏿‍🎓

Well, they’re back. And calling your name (literally)! Come pick yours up at the senior send off tomorrow.

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