STEM

Adventure by Karine
Karine Holmes (’22 geology) wanted to experience something new in college. Her interest in climate research has taken her on a voyage of discovery, from the Stable Isotope Paleoenvironmental Lab to mapping the ocean floor in Alaska.

September 9, 2019
Welch re-elected to SACNAS board of directors
SACNAS (Society for Advancement of Chicanos/Hispanics and Native Americans in Science) announces the election of four individuals to its national Board of Directors, including the reelection of Dr. Corey Welch, Program Director, STEM Scholars Program at Iowa State University. “We are excited to welcome on the new board members. They…

December 11, 2018
Engaging students in STEM by changing the classroom experience
Elgin Johnston, a professor of mathematics, and Heather Bolles, a senior lecturer of mathematics, are leading a team-based approach to calculus to retain students in STEM.

September 27, 2018
Numerical literacy crucial for today’s advertising grads
Jay Newell, associate professor at Greenlee School of Journalism and Communication, set out to define the STEM-focused skill set necessary for new ad grads.

April 30, 2018
Database will help build foundation for steganalysis of forensic evidence
Jennifer Newman, associate professor of mathematics, is leading the effort to build a photo database for steganalysis research.

February 15, 2018
Sakaguchi lab a welcome learning environment for undergraduates
In the lab students investigate experimental strategies to repair the damaged nervous system through engineering stem cells.

December 4, 2017
Helping young adults talk about decision to abstain, delay sex
At a time of greater awareness about sexual assault, Tina Coffelt, an assistant professor of English and communication studies, says it is important to help students navigate these conversations.

November 30, 2017
New study finds timing is key in keeping organic matter in wet soils
Steven Hall, an assistant professor of ecology, evolution and organismal biology, shows periodically wet soils don’t always protect organic matter from decomposition.

November 27, 2017