Monic Behnken

Why school police officers may not be the most effective way to prevent violence

LAS Associate Dean Monic Behnken cites research in an essay for The Conversation that says police officers in schools could cause students more harm than good. Read More

November 18, 2024

Arnold Woods named director of multicultural student success in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences

Student-focused role advances the college’s commitment to fostering diversity, equity and inclusion. Read More

July 26, 2021

Monic Behnken named first LAS associate dean for diversity, equity and inclusion

Behnken, associate professor of sociology and director of the Leadership Studies Program at Iowa State University, will begin her appointment on July 1, 2021. Read More

May 7, 2021

Changing the face of leadership

New equitable leadership course trains future leaders to seek out and address inequities. Read More

September 23, 2020