Drake University is partnering with the Iowa chapter of HOSA Future Health Professionals, formerly Health Occupations Students of America, in an effort to help reshape the landscape of health sciences education in the state. Through the partnership, Drake will provide management services to Iowa HOSA. The collaboration will include a wide range of support — program development, meeting and event coordination, educational resources and more. As part of the agreement, Alisa Drapeaux, assistant professor of health sciences at Drake University, has been appointed as the Iowa HOSA director. Drapeaux has experience as a physical therapist, health care administrator and health sciences educator. As the director of HOSA, Drapeaux will be tasked with helping students gain the skills and knowledge needed for a career in health care.