March 29, 2024

Drake $65M expansion plan moving forward

DES MOINES — Drake University says it is moving forward with a $65 million project that will include construction of two new buildings, renovation of four existing halls and the addition of new degree programs.Pending approval of final plans, construction could start on the buildings including a school of education center as early as next summer. Completion is expected in two years. The university, in an announcement Wednesday, says its board of trustees has approved plans to offer new bachelor degree programs.