What America’s first board game can teach us about the aspirations of a young nation

Professor of English Matthew Sivils takes a closer look at the origins of American board games in this post from The Conversation. Read More

May 8, 2024

Economics graduate students present research at annual conference

Several economics graduate students presented their research at the 2024 Midwest Economics Association Conference in Chicago in March. Read More

April 30, 2024

Two LAS students selected for Fulbright awards

The students will teach English abroad after earning Fulbright fellowships. Read More

April 25, 2024

Chemistry, physics faculty honored by AAAS

The American Association for the Advancement of Science is honoring five Iowa State University researchers for “their scientifically or socially distinguished efforts to advance science." Read More

April 18, 2024

Several LAS faculty selected for Miller Fellowships

The projects, with representation from all eight colleges to impact student-centric instruction across the university, will share a total of $385,552. Six of the nine projects address AI in the curriculum. Read More

April 11, 2024

A semester abroad gives students a taste of something new

Several LAS students are studying abroad during spring semester. Here's a look at how two students are making the most of this opportunity. Read More

April 8, 2024

Exploring conversations between the National Park Service and Native people

Christina Gish Hill, associate professor of anthropology and American Indian studies, contributed to a new book that highlights collaborations between the National Park Service and Native tribes. Read More

March 25, 2024

ISU undergraduates to show off research at the Iowa Capitol

Several LAS students are among the undergraduates who will showcase their innovative ideas at the annual Research in the Capitol event on March 25. Read More

March 19, 2024