Cycloneland at the state fair
Iowa State's exhibit in the Varied Industries Building has been a popular destination for Cyclone fans and supporters at the Iowa State Fair. The fair runs through Sunday.
Reeder
Reeder selected to lead operations and finance division
Dr. Sean Reeder has extensive experience in capital projects, utilities, real estate development, technology transfer and venture capital at public universities or in the private sector.
Legacy software systems will become read-only
Following a final student data upload to Workday from the university's legacy systems that begins Friday, users no longer will be able to complete processes in ADIN or AccessPlus, which will become read-only systems.
Welcome
Christine Prescott-Jacobsen began serving as director of Reiman Gardens on Aug. 1. She earned her bachelor's degree at Iowa State in animal ecology.
New DEI law takes effect in July 2025
University leaders are working with the state Board of Regents to determine what actions are needed to comply with a new law that imposes restrictions on diversity, equity and inclusion offices at the regent universities.
Vet Med students have visible role at state fair
Six fourth year College of Veterinary Medicine students are working at the Iowa State Fair for two weeks to protect the health and safety of every animal. It is one of numerous two-week rotations fourth-year students complete during their final year.
LeBaron demolition prep
LeBaron demolition begins next week
Following seven weeks of abatement and removal of materials this summer, crews are ready to demolish what remains of the 66-year-old LeBaron Hall. Its state-of-the-art replacement should be ready in the fall of 2026.
Operating budget grows by nearly 5%
Additional tuition revenue accounts for most of the growth in Iowa State's general fund budget for the year that began July 1.
Arts and events
Replicas of the four limestone maidens in Christian Petersen's Fountain of the Four Seasons sculpture were lifted into position on the Memorial Union north lawn Aug. 5.
On-campus events Aug. 23-25 help students safely celebrate the start of a new academic year.
