Student Announcements
March 2025
Suicide awareness walk is April 19
Student Health and Wellness is organizing a suicide awareness walk, "Out of the Darkness," on Saturday, April 19 (registration begins at 9 a.m., campanile south lawn). A 10 a.m. pre-walk program will feature members of the Triangle fraternity and the parents of former fraternity member Jeremy Onyango, who died in October 2022. Teams of walkers are encouraged; volunteers may register to walk or make a donation in support of suicide awareness.
Innovation lunch club meets virtually on March 28
The March edition of the Innovation Impact Lunch Club (postponed from February) will feature ISU Research Park associate director Alison Doyle. It will meet virtually on Friday, March 28 (11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.; RSVP to receive the link in an email). Learn more about how the research park connects people and drives innovation in central Iowa. The free series is hosted by ISU's office of economic development and industry relations especially for its faculty and staff partners, but open to all.
Inter-Residence Hall Association collects accolades at regional meeting
The Inter-Residence Hall Association received several honors at the recent regional business conference of the Midwest Affiliate of College and University Residence Halls, held at the University of Nebraska, Kearney:
- Iowa State received the School of the Year award, the highest honor member schools can receive, in recognition of outstanding achievements on the campus level by a residence hall organization and affiliated groups, as well as contributions on regional and national levels. IRHA qualifies for the National School of the Year award at the National Association of College and University Residence Halls conference in May.
- IRHA board members Braden Fels, Chase Davis and Julia Pedroza won first place in the case study competition, in which representatives have to collaborate and find solutions to common scenarios present in hall government spaces.
- IRHA president Braden Fels was elected as the regional director of the Midwest Affiliate for the 2025-26 year, and Martin Hall director Casey Dworzynski was confirmed as the regional advisor.
Dairy Science Club's ice cream March Madness launches today
Members of the Dairy Science Club are selling ice cream today (11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.) outside the north doors to Lush Auditorium in Kildee Hall. Get a cup for $2 (cash only). The club's Ice Cream March Madness also began this week; see the club's social media sites to vote on this week's matchups: blueberry vs. S'mores and Snickers vs. strawberry cheesecake. Chocolate ice cream also is available today. The ice cream is mixed by club members at the ISU Creamery, and the sale serves as a fundraiser for club activities throughout the year. Interested in having the club's ice cream for your event? Send an email.
Register by March 20 for gardens' Day of Insects
Reiman Gardens invites nature lovers, entomology enthusiasts and families to experience the incredible world of insects at its 17th annual Day of Insects on Saturday, March 29 (8 a.m.-4:20 p.m.). Registration ($24; $38 with box lunch) is required and the deadline is March 20. Enjoy a full schedule of engaging presentations and hands-on activities, with experts sharing their knowledge on topics such as mosquito factories, insect conservation, honeybee behavior and more.
Ames' snow ordinance takes effect at 11 p.m. Thursday
The city of Ames' snow ordinance will go into effect at 11 p.m. Thursday, March 6, and remain in effect until 8 a.m. Saturday, March 8 -- but may vary depending on plowing conditions. Crews most likely will make multiple passes on streets Friday until the snow stops falling. Vehicles on city snow routes (identified by red and white signs) should be moved to off-street parking or to streets not designated as snow routes. To assist with the plowing effort, owners are asked to not park vehicles on any residential street, particularly on circles and cul de sacs; however, only vehicles parked on snow routes risk being towed.
With warmer temperatures anticipated next week, the snow is expected to melt rapidly. Residents can help prevent street ponding and overnight refreezing by making sure storm sewer intakes near their property remain clear of snow, slush and brush.
Daylight saving time starts March 9
Daylight saving time returns at 2 a.m. Sunday, March 9, providing light later in the evening and less light in the morning. Adjust clocks forward one hour before retiring on Saturday night.
Wednesday update: Classes move online, campus partially closed
Due to the forecast for blizzard conditions, Iowa State will partially close and classes (day and evening) will meet virtually on Wednesday, March 5. Students should check email and Canvas for additional information from their instructors. All academic buildings will be locked; those who need access should contact the ISU Department of Public Safety, 515-294-4428. Parks Library, the Memorial Union and Rec Services facilities will be closed. Classes will resume in-person instruction on Thursday, March 6. Updates will be posted on the ISU Alert website.
Supervisors should provide maximum flexibility for their employees to work remotely or take leave. If remote work is not an option, consider training opportunities that employees can complete remotely. During a partial closure, the university will maintain the following services: police/public safety, power plant, residence halls, food service, health care, animal care and critical maintenance, including ongoing research projects.
Grad Mixer Wednesdays partners with colleges this spring
Grad Mixer Wednesdays is collaborating with a different college each Wednesday of March and part of April to address important topics for graduate students. Ivy College of Business is hosting "Growing Your Professional Skillset" on March 5 (1-4:30 p.m., 4237 Student Innovation Center) with topics such as building your brand and the student perspective on academic versus industry job seeking. The College of Engineering will host "Engineering the Future: Innovation, Collaboration and the AI Revolution" on March 12, and the College of Health and Human Sciences will discuss "Shaping the Future: Advancing Research, Teaching and Funding" on March 26.