The Student News Site of Drake University

The Times-Delphic
The Student News Site of Drake University

The Times-Delphic
The Student News Site of Drake University

The Times-Delphic
All content by Olivia Kuffel
Winners of the Murphy Cup pose with the championship trophy. Photo courtesy of Dylan Huey

Marketing madness: Drake students clinch Murphy Cup victory

Olivia Kuffel, Staff Writer
Mar 26, 2025
The opening of the Johansen Student Center has provided students with a brand new place to study and collaborate with one another.

Study spaces on campus facilitate collaboration

Olivia Kuffel, Staff Writer
Mar 5, 2025
Counseling Director Kayla Bell-Consolver believes mental health also needs to be addressed outside of therapy sessions, so Broadlawns is working to offer additional programs and resources to students.

Counseling Center addresses high student demand

Olivia Kuffel, Staff Writer
Mar 5, 2025
Sussman lecturer Dr. Sara Goldrick-Rab shared her experiences meeting college students who were experiencing food and housing insecurity. Photo courtesy of the Harkin Institute.

Sussman lecturer discusses barriers in higher education

Olivia Kuffel, Staff Writer
Feb 26, 2025
War has been ongoing in Gaza since last October. Around the world, people are gathering to protest in support of the Palestinian people and the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas that was announced on Jan. 15. photo by Eve Loehrer | News Editor

Student organization leaders discuss how to proceed in the face of Gaza ceasefire

Olivia Kuffel, Staff Writer
Feb 13, 2025
Posters advertising Uwill are displayed across campus. Photo by Olivia Kuffel | Staff Writer

Uwill receives mixed reviews and usage by students

Olivia Kuffel, Staff Writer
Feb 13, 2025
WHILE IN D.C., students met with Drake alumni who are legislative staffers on Capitol Hill. Photo courtesy of Rachel Paine Caufield

From DSM to D.C.: J-Term students explore politics

Olivia Kuffel, Staff Writer
Jan 29, 2025
This writer's tips and tricks for studying this finals season will have you feeling very proud of your efforts to up that GPA.

Study hacks that are so weird, they’re genius

Olivia Kuffel, Staff Writer
Dec 4, 2024
Hillel and MEPPA have worked to promote unity throughout the Israel-Hamas war, notably holding a recent fundraiser for Des Moines refugees. Graphic courtesy of Hillel.

Student groups on campus bring hope to the community

Olivia Kuffel, Staff Writer
Dec 4, 2024
Omer Ismail recounted his experiences working at a hospital in Gaza to event attendees. Photo courtesy of Omer Ismail.

MEPPA highlights humanitarian issues in Gaza through documentary, guest speaker

Olivia Kuffel, Staff Writer
Nov 25, 2024

Olson Institute Plans Meal Drive

Olivia Kuffel, Staff Writer
Nov 20, 2024
This holiday season, this writer wants to see you giving thanks for the many joys in your life, instead of complaining about school and cold. photo Courtesy of Paulo O via Wikimedia

Lose the ‘tude, practice gratitude

Olivia Kuffel, Staff Writer
Nov 20, 2024
Drake’s department of political science discussed polling, education and the impact of another Trump presidency at a panel on Nov. 7.

Uncertain future: Politics professors host post-election panel

Olivia Kuffel, Staff Writer
Nov 13, 2024
Director of Public Safety Scott Law encourages students to utilize the public safety phone number, the RAVE Guardian app and the Safe Ride bus.

Students and parents express campus safety concerns

Olivia Kuffel, Contributing Writer
Oct 30, 2024
After Texas Gov. Greg Abbott stopped in Iowa for a celebratory visit with Gov. Kim Reynolds, it is more clear to this writer than ever that this ‘special relationship’ is special for all the wrong reasons.

The Lone Star and Iowa partnership needs to end

Olivia Kuffel, Contributing Writer
Oct 23, 2024
Generation Z's sense of humor is not for everyone. As their jokes approach a point of no return, many are left wondering if Gen Z is actually OK. Photo courtesy of Wikimedia.

Gen Z is ROTFL: Relying on Trauma for Laughs

Olivia Kuffel, Contributing Writer
Oct 10, 2024
Load More Stories
Donate to The Times-Delphic
$625
$1000
Contributed
Our Goal