Our news section is dedicated to sharing pertinent information about these key issue areas, stories about individuals affiliated with and affected by policies in these areas, as well as news about The Harkin Institute itself.
January 2024 – SNAP Recipient Roundtable Discussions
The Harkin Institute has been holding roundtable discussions with recipients of the Supplemental Nutrition and Assistance Program (SNAP), in conjunction with the Iowa Hunger Coalition and the Iowa Food System Coalition. The goal of the...
read moreMarch 6 | Spring Sussman Lecture–Pain and Politics with Dr. Jennifer Silva
Event Information Date: March 6, 2024 Time: 7:00-8:00 p.m. CT Location: Tom and Ruth Harkin Center (2800 University Ave., Des Moines, IA 50311) YouTube Live Stream on The Harkin Institute's YouTube Channel Registration: This event is free and open to the public but...
read moreApril 3 | 2024 Harkin On Wellness Symposium
Event Information: Date: Wednesday, April 3, 2024 Time: 9:00 a.m. CT Location: Parents Hall, Olmsted Center at Drake University Live Stream on The Harkin Institute YouTube channel. Registration: This event is free, and your registration includes a provided lunch. If...
read moreApril 30 | Harkin Retirement Security Symposium 2024
Event Information: Date: Tuesday, April 30, 2024 Time: 9:00 a.m.*–4:15 p.m. CT *Check-in begins at 8:30 a.m. Location: Olmsted Center at Drake University (2875 University Ave, Des Moines, IA 50311) Virtual YouTube Live Stream on The Harkin Institute YouTube Channel...
read moreDecember 2023 – The Harkin Institute Fiscal Year 2023 Annual Report Now Available!
The Harkin Institute Fiscal Year 2023 Annual Report is out now. The report includes highlights and accomplishments from the last fiscal year, as well as a list of our most recent donors who help make it all possible. Check out the report for a look at our state-of-the...
read moreNovember 2023 – First of its kind 3D mural model makes its debut!
Members of the Des Moines community turned out for the unveiling of a new 3D mural model commissioned by Fellow Jill Wells, as part of her work to make art accessible to everyone, regardless of ability. This 3D mural model is the first of its...
read moreNovember 2023 – The Harkin Institute and Winefest Des Moines partner for Dining in the Dark
The Harkin Institute partnered with Winefest Des Moines to host another Dining in the Dark experience on Thursday, November 16, 2023. Dining in the Dark featured a delectable three course dinner with wine pairings. During one of the three...
read moreDecember 2023 – Harkin On Wellness 2024 Designee Submissions Open
Organizations working to improve the wellbeing of K-12 students and young people are invited to nominate their program to be considered for the 2024 Harkin on Wellness Designation. This year’s theme is Wellbeing in Schools. At The Harkin Institute, our goal is to...
read moreNovember 2023 – Virtual HOMEtown Conversations Coming Up
The Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is working to ensure people in Iowa have access to high-quality behavioral health, disability, and aging services in their communities. This initiative, called Hope and Opportunity in Many Environments (HOME), is...
read moreSeeking Entrepreneurs with Disabilities Who Want to Scale Their Business
Do you have an idea to start a business or currently own a business that you want help in expanding? If you are an entrepreneur with a disability, check out this opportunity to get free, short-term consulting from a cohort of Drake University students....
read moreMedia and Communications Contact:
Kathryn Kuckelman
kathryn.kuckelman@drake.edu
515-271-1895
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