It also houses a classroom, where some ESL classes are taught. The first floor features a lounge for meetings, cultural programs and informal gatherings. Grouling said Drake's International Center is special because it brings American and international students together. Having everything housed here provides benefits to the Drake community as a whole. St. La Casa serves as the home to La Fuerza Latina, and is a place for students to get away from campus.
Professors also use the house.
Santiago said her favorite thing about La Casa is the location. Wells said students use the center for meetings, social events and studying, and groups may reserve it for events. Wells said she likes to spend time at the center because it's off campus. The final building is the Drake Business Center, which is farthest from campus. The center, located at 50th Street and Westown Parkway in West Des Moines, is an outreach center for continuing professional students.