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Author Archives: Victoria Santamaria

  • Charlie Bennett sitting down.
    From runner to entrepreneur

    Charlie Bennett ('28 English) transformed his personal health journey into a software platform that helps people better understand their blood work through Iowa State University’s CYstarters summer accelerator program.

    August 3, 2026

  • Danny Smith standing outside of Physics Hall
    Cyclone Aide helps new students find their place at Iowa State 

    Wilson-Smith (‘28 physics) is one of 47 Iowa State Cyclone Aides who works with New Student Programs. His role goes beyond leading campus tours. He helps incoming students navigate orientation, answers their questions, and makes one of the biggest transitions of their lives feel a little less overwhelming.  

    July 28, 2026

  • Hugo Salgado posing in front of a white background.
    Digital repository preserves El Salvador’s last Indigenous language 

    Hugo Salgado, assistant professor in the Department of World Languages and Cultures at Iowa State University, is protecting one of the world’s most endangered languages by documenting not only how it is spoken, but also the cultural knowledge embedded within it. Through an open-access digital repository, Salgado is preserving Nawat, the only Indigenous language still spoken in El Salvador.

    July 28, 2026

  • From curiosity to connection 

    Carter Wolbers (‘26 history) discovered a passion for museum work through volunteering with the Ames History Museum, proving that one small opportunity can lead to unexpected career possibilities.

    June 30, 2026

  • Shae Bernhardt standing on the Iowa State football field.
    Finding her place

    Shae Bernhardt ('26 public relations, event management) has been named the Spring 2026 LAS Student Marshal—an honor that means far more to her than academic recognition alone. For Bernhardt, it marks a meaningful milestone that brings together the experiences, growth, and hard work that have defined her college journey.

    May 14, 2026

  • Naveen Prabakar standing outside the student innovation center.
    From chessboards to computer science 

    Naveen Prabakar (‘26 computer science) is wrapping up more than just a degree. He’s closing out a college experience defined by growth, persistence, and hands-on learning.

    May 14, 2026

  • Group of students standing on a balcony
    Exploring the world, expanding perspective 

    A group of Iowa State University students traded their winter break for a global learning experience in South Africa – one designed to push them outside of their comfort zones and expand how they see the world. 

    April 17, 2026

  • Doris Pena standing outside Lagomarcino
    Starting over, finding purpose 

    Doris Pena’s (‘26 psychology) path to Iowa State University was not traditional, but it shaped her purpose. As a first-generation and transfer student, she overcame challenges and gained experience through research, internships and the McNair Scholars Program. Now pursuing graduate school, Pena reflects on her journey with pride and a passion for counseling.

    April 14, 2026