Deconstruction at Curtiss Hall
About 75 percent of the Harl (student) Commons project in the east wing of Curtiss Hall is demolition work. It started in July and should wrap up before the semester break. Harl Commons should open next summer.
Four priorities guide planning for FY14 and beyond
Using the strategic plan as a starting point, president Steven Leath identified four priorities that will guide both effort and budget planning over the next several years. Senior vice presidents will use the four to set priorities and develop budgets within their own units.
Gallus and Marquis
ISU meteorologists help Cyclones play it safe
Days before a home football game, graduate students start poring over weather maps, in an effort to figure out what might blow into Jack Trice Stadium on game day. The students are meteorologists who volunteer their time and expertise in the interest of game day safety for Cyclone football, soccer, softball and track.
Save more money for retirement in 2013
Higher voluntary contribution limits for 403(b) plans in 2013 make saving for retirement a bit easier. Find out what you can do to fatten your nest egg.
Council rep areas getting another look
Professional and Scientific Council members discussed proposed changes to representation areas at their Nov. 1 meeting.
Updated FAQ offers more details on research funding initiative
If you plan to seek funding through the Presidential Initiative for Interdisciplinary Research, check the updated FAQ. Feedback and questions that came up at two recent forums on the initiative have been incorporated into the FAQ.
Arts and events
Nov. 12 ceremony will honor two WWII heroes whose names already are on the wall.
