Female student studies in Gerdin Building window nook

Indoor nook

This week's weather has kept all the outdoor studying spots off limits.

Provost: Central budget cuts will ease impact on academic programs

Budget decisions, academic program proposals, nontenure-eligible faculty changes and policy revisions were discussed at the April 3 Faculty Senate meeting.

Tuition increases, faculty promotions go to regents next week

Also on the agenda: proposal to distribute fourth-quarter funding cuts, four new degree programs, honorary degrees at spring commencement and final green light for new poultry farm.

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Undergraduate math tea

Weekly 'tea' makes for math mixer

A regular social hour is a time-honored tradition among mathematicians and the inspiration for the Thursday afternoon spread of snacks and sodas the math department offers undergraduates.

Faculty resignations in FY17 hit 10-year high

Faculty resignations trended higher in fiscal year 2017, with 44 leaving their positions -- the most since 2008.

Five things to know about our learning communities

In its 23rd year, Iowa State's learning communities program continues to grow and morph to meet changing needs.