Campus Construction Projects

Just like Greater Des Moines, Drake University is improving more and more every year. We're changing our spaces to make them more accessible, make learning more interactive, and add elements of fun to campus. We are also focused on including our community and making sustainable choices. Take a look at what is being worked on, what has been finished, and what is to come.

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In Progress Projects

Johansen Student Center

Project Description: The renovation of the historic Morehouse Residence Hall into the Johansen Student Center will provide a home base for Drake’s 150 student-led organizations. This will be the place where students discover what it means to contribute to something larger than themselves. Built on the values of community and inclusion, the Johansen Student Center in Morehouse will be a place where everyone is welcomed and encouraged to find joy in their best selves.

Project Location: Morehouse Hall

Project Status: In Progress
Projected Completion Date: Spring 2025

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Merge Development

Project Description: Redevelopment of a city block in Dogtown. New residential units, commercial space, and office space. Four and five story construction. This includes the new Toppling Goliath taproom.Des Moines Film Society has restored The Varsity Theater (learn more below).

Project Location: Between 24th and 25th St., University Ave. and Carpenter Ave.

Project Status: Planned
Projected Completion Date: TBD

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June 24, 2019December 21, 2021

Mixed-use development project is led by the Merge Urban Development Group.

Varsity Cinema project is led by the Des Moines Film Society.

More information on Toppling Goliath here.


Completed Projects

Meredith Hall Revitalization

Project Description: Creating a student-focused, technology-rich learning environment, including a flexible digital media production studio and new collaboration spaces.

Project Location: Meredith Hall

Project Status: Completed
Projected Completion Date: Complete

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Meredith Revitalization 2022-2023

Mediacom Stadium

Project Description: Des Moines Public Schools newest home field, serving the needs of high school and middle school football and soccer. An on-campus home for the NCAA Division I, Drake Bulldogs men’s and women’s soccer programs.

Project Location: East of the Knapp Center, 24th St. and Forest Ave.

Project Status: Completed
Projected Completion Date: Fall 2023

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Broadlawns Community Clinic at Drake

Project Description: Broadlawns Medical Center will construct a 12,000 sq. ft. clinic, open to the general public and accessible to Drake University students and employees. The project is intended to help solve two issues: fill a gap in primary care providers in the community and expand Drake University’s student health services.. Services available at the clinic will include family medicine, urgent care, mental health, and a rotation of specialties. The Broadlawns Community Clinic at Drake represents a $12 million investment in the neighborhood.

Project Location: 29th St. and University Ave.

Project Status: Completed
Projected Completion Date: September 2023

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