History and Traditions

To be a Drake Bulldog is to be part of a rich history and wealth of traditions. Founded in 1881 by a maverick preacher and a swashbuckling Civil War general, Drake University has been home to leaders and innovators for more than 130 years.

Learn much more about Drake’s history, traditions and leaders here.

Leaf through old student newspapers and yearbooks, browse photos from Drake Relays history, read about Drake’s centenarian and more at Drake’s Heritage Collection.

Explore the work of renowned architects Eero and Eliel Saarinen — visionary designers of several Drake University buildings — at the student-produced website “Building a Modern Campus.”

Last Modified: 01/12/2012 13:13:50 by content editor