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Diagnosis is positive for plant, insect clinic's new space
At the Plant and Insect Diagnostic Clinic, the patients are plants and the clients range from backyard gardeners to large-scale farmers. A new facility has upgraded the lab's operations and accessibility.
Expect detours, delays during RAGBRAI stopover in Ames
Road closures and controlled intersections may slow your commute July 24-25. Thousands of bicyclists will pour into Ames on Tuesday and ride out on Wednesday for their overnight stop along the RAGBRAI route.
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Mpirigiti sudent dormitory
University dedicates Ugandan training center
The new facility is the latest milestone in the 14-year history of the Center for Sustainable Rural Livelihoods, which has become a model for university-sponsored international ag education programs.
Iowa State attracts record external funding for fourth consecutive year
Iowa State attracted a record $509.2 million in total external funding for the fiscal year that ended June 30, an increase of $5.6 million (1.1 percent) over last year.
Faculty applicants sought for new facility director
A current faculty member will serve as the inaugural director of the Student Innovation Center, currently under construction.