Summer projects on (or near) your corner
Inside offers a quick look at some campus road and building projects happening or wrapping up this summer.
'Roll out the cardinal carpet,' as orientation returns in full
Student orientation returns to its usual form for the first time since 2019, offering Cyclones-to-be an opportunity for a two-day, in-person introduction to Iowa State.
Carl Wells
Welcome
Carl Wells is in his second week as director of equal opportunity and Title IX coordinator. He joins the university from a 20+ year career at the University of South Carolina, Columbia.
Senior VP Cain will retire this fall
The operations and finance division leader's 42-year career included stops at the state auditor's office, state Board of Regents and Iowa State. A national search will be announced in a few weeks.
Leaders take strategic plans, building proposal to regents next week
An Iowa State nine-year strategic plan, 30-year strategic facilities plan and proposal for a new engineering building on the west side of campus are on the agenda when the state Board of Regents meets May 31-June 2.
Support grows for responding to student well-being needs
Faculty and staff have a new resource for helping the growing number of students struggling with well-being issues, one of a variety of training opportunities this summer focused on identifying and addressing mental health and wellness concerns.
Training available as New Quizzes set to launch in Canvas
Starting next week, all instructors will have access to New Quizzes, the updated quiz engine in Canvas. Numerous training and learning opportunities are available this summer for those ready to try it out.
Changes shared for COVID-19 data and information
This summer, Iowa State's public health team will implement a series of changes related to COVID-19 information and resources for the campus community.
Arts and events
A new ice cream choice at the ISU Creamery, "Materials Masterpiece," commemorates Ames Laboratory's 75th anniversary.
Students, faculty and staff again will share campus this summer with visitors attending camps, conferences, competitions and other gatherings. Here's a list of who's coming.
