Donna and Darnell Pettengill Civic Leadership Academy

The Donna and Darnell Pettengill is an exclusive opportunity for high school juniors to learn from scholars, policymakers, and thought leaders.

The Academy immerses 28 select high school juniors in an intensive and rewarding leadership development program that will give students the skills to stand out as student leaders. 

There is no cost to students to attend; meals, lodging, and fun evening activities will be provided. Students will be responsible for their own transportation to and from the Drake University campus in Des Moines, Iowa.

Click here to apply for the 2025 Pettengill Civic Leadership Academy.

Applications are due March 28, 2025.