We received a lot of student input tonight about the plus/minus grading scale. Thanks! Keep tweeting us your thoughts.—
Drake Student Senate (@DrakeStuSenate) February 17, 2012

Retaking a course currently puts an "XX" next to the new grade on your transcript. Students, how do you feel about this?—
Drake Student Senate (@DrakeStuSenate) February 17, 2012

Now being debated by Fac. Senate. Tweet in! RT @mriebel04: How do @DrakeUniversity students feel about having a plus minus grading system?—
Drake Student Senate (@DrakeStuSenate) February 17, 2012

An amendment to election bylaws has passed. Changes include deregulating social media and extending the campaigning to the end of voting.—
Drake Student Senate (@DrakeStuSenate) February 17, 2012

Annual budgets are due tomorrow at 5pm! Any @DrakeUniversity organization that is interested, contact Treasurer Keller! @DrakeStuSenate—
Michael Riebel (@mriebel04) February 17, 2012

Watch tonight's meeting in the comfort of your own home thanks to Drake Broadcasting's livestream. bit.ly/Awv7cd—
Drake Student Senate (@DrakeStuSenate) February 17, 2012

Executive position election petitions are now available in SLC and are due tomorrow. More on the election calendar: bit.ly/yAcCFd—
Drake Student Senate (@DrakeStuSenate) February 17, 2012

See student input below

@mriebel04 @DrakeUniversity @DrakeStuSenate I hate the idea of a plus/minus grading system. I like the system the way it is.—
Kari Budnik (@arikay7591) February 17, 2012

@DrakeStuSenate @adamlutz77 @mriebel04 I think a plus/minus grading scale is silly. Earn the grade you want, and the symbols won't matter.—
Jessica Mattes (@jessica_mattes) February 17, 2012

@mriebel04 @DrakeStuSenate I say no to a plus minus grading system. Keep it the way it is.—
haley austin (@hotstreakhaley) February 17, 2012

@phillipslauren5 Thanks for your feedback. We appreciate it. Care to share your thoughts on a plus/minus grading scale?—
Drake Student Senate (@DrakeStuSenate) February 17, 2012

@DrakeStuSenate A +/- system helps reduce grade inequities, reduces grade inflation, is a more accurate representation & is more motivating!—
Colton Davis (@pcfulCOaLiTiON) February 17, 2012

@pcfulCOaLiTiON Thanks for your input on both topics!—
Drake Student Senate (@DrakeStuSenate) February 17, 2012

Share your thoughts on these issues in the comments, via Twitter, on our Facebook page or through our suggestion page.

Brand the University’s new J-Term Program

Enter your logo designs and make a lasting impression on campus culture.

Students of all majors are welcome to submit their designs for this new part of the Drake experience.

Submit your designs in the drop box outside Meredith Hall 110 by 3pm February 22.

The winning design, as selected by an area professional, will be unveiled at the J-Term Fair February 28 in Parents Hall, where the winner will receive a $50 gift card to the University Bookstore.

For questions please contact Dorothy Pisarski, Associate Professor of Advertising, at x1857 or Dorothy.Pisarski@Drake.edu

Requirements:

• Provide paper copies of work in both portrait and landscape formats set where you deem appropriate for letterhead design.
• You must submit the work in black-and-white, with an additional option for a color design as well.
• No personal identification should appear on your entries. Submit a cover sheet listing your name, phone number and email address with the entry packet. The packet can be clipped together; you can also use a folder or envelope.

Drake students: what are your thoughts on our current advising system?—
Drake Student Senate (@DrakeStuSenate) February 10, 2012

And just like that, @DrakeUniversity has a Men's Soccer Club open to all students! #drakesenate—
Michael Riebel (@mriebel04) February 10, 2012

Congrats to Alpha Mu Gamma, who is now an official organization at @DrakeUniversity! #drakesenate—
Michael Riebel (@mriebel04) February 10, 2012

Have you started following @DrakeOIT? If not, do so before 2/17 for a chance to win a $25 iTunes gift card. http://t.co/P59Y2J7A—
Drake Student Senate (@DrakeStuSenate) February 10, 2012

Thanks to Drake Broadcasting System for livestreaming tonight's meeting at bit.ly/Awv7cd. Tune in and tweet with us!—
Drake Student Senate (@DrakeStuSenate) February 10, 2012

Diversity Interest Senator at Large Application:

Diversity Interest Senator Application:

Diversity Interest Convention Application:

I called for a recess at @DrakeStuSenate and have a very large amount of pressure in my ears. Good meeting so far. Any J-Term issues studs?—
Michael Riebel (@mriebel04) February 03, 2012

After much debate and a recess, Drake Choir has been granted funding for their International Choir Trip.—
Drake Student Senate (@DrakeStuSenate) February 03, 2012

Congratulations to Special Olympics and Student Leadership Advisory Panel who have both been approved as official organizations.—
Drake Student Senate (@DrakeStuSenate) February 03, 2012

College of Pharmacy & Health Sciences has voted to adopt the new @DrakeUniversity January Term calendar! #congrats—
Kayleigh Koester (@KayleighKoester) February 03, 2012

Follow @DrakeOIT before 2/17 for a chance to win a $25 iTunes gift card! They'll be providing tech updates and assistance in 140 characters.—
Drake Student Senate (@DrakeStuSenate) February 03, 2012

Just opened the 19th Meeting of the 25th Session of @DrakeStuSenate!—
Kayleigh Koester (@KayleighKoester) February 03, 2012

By student request, Underground Fitness now has clocks installed! Have more suggestions? Let us know here: bit.ly/tUGD1H—
Drake Student Senate (@DrakeStuSenate) January 27, 2012

@DrakeUniversity Presidents Summit 5:00pm this Monday in Upper Olmsted! @DrakeStuSenate—
Kayleigh Koester (@KayleighKoester) January 27, 2012

Tonight's meeting agenda has been posted on DrakeSenate.com. We'd love to see you there at 9pm in Upper Olmsted. bit.ly/pF5rrR—
Drake Student Senate (@DrakeStuSenate) January 26, 2012

A change to the Diversity Interest Senator by-laws has passed. This will be Diversity Interest Senators Dhussa and Thomas' final meeting.—
Drake Student Senate (@DrakeStuSenate) January 20, 2012

Follow @DrakeOIT by 2/17 for a chance to win a $25 iTunes gift card! They'll be Tweeting tech updates and info. http://t.co/XywsrpGQ—
Drake Student Senate (@DrakeStuSenate) January 20, 2012

Last year we broke record for largest pie fight. What will be this year's #DogtownAfterHours event? Submit by 1/27: bit.ly/wBEudw—
Drake Student Senate (@DrakeStuSenate) January 20, 2012

SFAC is looking for committee members. Meetings are Monday nights at 6pm. Email Zachary Keller for more information. More at DrakeSenate.com—
Drake Student Senate (@DrakeStuSenate) January 20, 2012

Happy Birthday to Senator-at-Large and Buildings and Grounds Liaison @mriebel04!—
Drake Student Senate (@DrakeStuSenate) January 20, 2012

There will be a J-Term Information Fair Tuesday, February 28th from 4-7pm. More information to come as the event nears.—
Drake Student Senate (@DrakeStuSenate) January 20, 2012

The Spring Involvement Fair is Wednesday from 5-7pm. Be sure to stop by our table in Olmsted.—
Drake Student Senate (@DrakeStuSenate) January 20, 2012