Superb summer experiences
Some LAS students spent their summers broadening their horizons and academic goals through research, internships, and amazing travel experiences.
Author: Paula Van Brocklin
CYstarters spotlight: Ellie Lashier
Ellie Lashier (’25 religious studies, music) combines music and entrepreneurship in perfect harmony through Joyful Melodies, an innovative piano method designed to foster imaginative music-making for young kids.
CYstarters spotlight: Ella Schulte
Ella Schulte (’24 MS journalism and mass communication) has created a personalized digital publication, called “You,” that aims to represent those who are often overlooked by mainstream media.
CATEGORIES: News
See Iowa State and LAS in a new way at this year’s Iowa State Fair
A series of 360-degree videos highlighting unique campus experiences will entice Iowa State Fair visitors to experience the iconic campanile with University Professor of Music Tin-Shi Tam.
LAS researchers among 13 from Iowa State who receive NSF CAREER Awards
Thirteen Iowa State researchers have been selected to receive more than $5.5 million in NSF CAREER Awards, setting a new record for program support.
CYstarters spotlight: Spenser Leise
Spenser Leise (’26 advertising) developed his business, Songbird Music Décor, when he couldn’t find music posters that fit his aesthetic.
Two humanities faculty receive Fulbright awards
John Levis, professor of English, and Elisa Rizo, associate professor of world languages and cultures, have received a Fulbright U.S. Scholar fellowship for the 2024-25 academic year.
2024’s violent tornado season has been one of the most active on record
Professor William Gallus explains why so many tornadoes have ravaged the U.S. this spring in an essay published in The Conversation.