News and Events
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ISU researchers hunt for hard-to-spot genetic links to improve crop and livestock breeding
Wednesday, November 8, 2023When a hurricane-like derecho knocked down corn plants across Iowa in August 2020, it was devastating for farmers.
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Ag production produces methane, researchers discuss increasing efficiency
Tuesday, November 7, 2023Methane is the second-most widely emitted greenhouse gas, according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Lowering emissions, energy production and burning and agricultural production, has been a topic of discussion in global government.
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Iowa State honors three alumni at 2023 Gold Star Hall Ceremony
Monday, November 6, 2023The Memorial Union hosted the 2023 Gold Star Hall Ceremony on Monday, honoring three former Iowa State students who lost their lives in military service.
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Iowa State partnership hires specialized skills support coordinator
Sunday, November 5, 2023The Iowa State Academic Success Center (ASC) has partnered with Student Accessibility Services (SAS) to hire an academic coordinator for neurodiverse students seeking guidance.
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New CALS Ambassadors ready to pave the way
Sunday, November 5, 2023The College of Agriculture and Life Sciences recently selected 45 students to headline their new group of ambassadors. These students will join existing members and serve across six committees, ranging from youth organizations to new transfer students.
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A mustache keys learning about pest management
Thursday, November 2, 2023How do you get Iowans interested in the weeds, insects and diseases that threaten crops? Turns out a suit bought at a secondhand store and a fake mustache does the trick.
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Sustainability committee takes new approach to its work
Thursday, November 2, 2023As it completes its fourth year of advisory service, the University Sustainability Committee (USC) has refined its charge and assembled a subcommittee structure to help its 20-plus members tackle the work.
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Enrich helps employees understand their finances
Thursday, November 2, 2023Iowa State's support for employees continues with a new offering in Adventure2 -- the Enrich personal financial tool. Enrich is a virtual program that helps employees understand financial topics including retirement, budgeting, mortgages and student loans
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Planning underway for student mental health strategic plan
Thursday, November 2, 2023The need for mental health resources for students have expanded in recent years, and now Iowa State will implement a university-level plan to guide those looking to support students.
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College of Business and UnityPoint Health team up for internship opportunities
Thursday, November 2, 2023A new partnership between the Ivy College of Business, UnityPoint Health in Des Moines and Mary Greeley Medical Center was introduced for Iowa State students pursuing a degree in healthcare management.
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Iowa State research showcased with new AI-powered tool
Wednesday, November 1, 2023Artificial intelligence has been debated at the college level for nearly a year over its ethical concerns, and whether the technology should be trusted. But Iowa State faculty and staff have found a unique way to showcase AI’s abilities.
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Center announces 2024 Women Impacting ISU calendar honorees
Wednesday, November 1, 2023Twelve women whose leadership has made a difference at Iowa State University will be honored on the 2024 Women Impacting ISU calendar.
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Reflecting on 10 years of CyBIZ Lab
Tuesday, October 31, 2023CyBIZ Lab will host its 10-year anniversary party Nov. 10, at the ISU Research Park CORE Facility Atrium.
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Outlook on exercise may curb aging anxiety
Tuesday, October 31, 2023Since 2011, roughly 10,000 people in the U.S. have turned 65 every day. The Baby Boomer generation and those born before 1946 make up the country’s fastest growing age group, which is on track to outnumber children by 2035.
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Where science meets art: Exploring climate change in glass
Sunday, October 29, 2023An art piece was unveiled at Brunnier Art Museum on Oct. 12 by April Surgent, an artist who uses her distinctive endeavors and unique processes to shape glass art.