- Understanding how plants balance growth and survival
Hongqing Guo, assistant professor of genetics, development and cell biology, received a $1.8 million federal grant to study a gene that affects both how plants grow and how they respond to environmental threats.
- LAS Study Abroad launches new programs
The LAS Study Abroad team is launching seven new programs during the 2024-2025 academic year that will help students explore new destinations and gain professional experience.
- Linda Shenk to deliver LAS Dean’s Distinguished Lecture
Linda Shenk, professor in the Department of English, will deliver the fall 2024 LAS Dean’s Distinguished Lecture on Monday, November 4, at 6 p.m.
- LAS researchers receive funding for cutting-edge research
Faculty in LAS have LAS have recently received funding for cutting-edge research.
- ‘Fairytales for the Anthropocene’ explores humanity’s impact on climate
Featuring puppetry, live actors, and new short plays by U.S. playwrights, ISU Theatre's season opens Friday, Oct. 11 with "Fairytales for the Anthropocene."
- Obstacle course improves ROTC students’ physical, mental strength
Iowa State is one of only nine universities in the nation with an ROTC obstacle course, providing students with an advantage in mental and physical endurance.
- Political science as a practice of empathy
Amy Erica Smith uses inquiry, research and reason "to understand what makes people tick." Smith received Iowa State's 2024 Award for Mid-Career Achievement in Research.
- Iowa State to ring in Campanile’s 125th year with public celebration
Music concerts will celebrate the campanile's 125th birthday in a free public event on Sunday, Sept. 15.