Documentary, Q&A shine a light on eating disorders
As part of national Eating Disorders Week, Student Counseling Services will host a Q&A panel and screening of the 34-minute documentary, "Behind the Before and After: Intuitive Eating and Body Image" on Tuesday, Feb. 25 (6:30 p.m., MU Great Hall).
Workshop presenters sought for June 4-H state conference
Faculty and staff are invited to to lead educational workshops for youth delegates (approximately 400 8th-12th graders from across Iowa) at ISU Extension and Outreach's annual Iowa 4-H Youth Conference, June 24-26 on campus. Presenters explore academic and career paths in hands-on, interactive sessions while showcasing their department's expertise and building connections with future students. The conference aligns with 4-H's national Beyond Ready campaign. Workshops are 90 minutes long for 15-20 participants. Proposals are due March 15. Questions may be directed to Madeline Bretey-Smith, Iowa 4-H.
Wednesday evening classes will meet virtually
Due to the deteriorating weather conditions, evening classes at Iowa State will meet virtually, beginning at 4:50 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 12. Students should check email and Canvas for additional information from their instructors. The expectation is that classes will resume for in-person instruction on Thursday, Feb 13. Students who feel they can't make it to campus safely are reminded to contact their instructor to arrange to make up work. Updates will be posted at www.isualert.iastate.edu/.
The Iowa State campus remains open. Supervisors should provide maximum flexibility for employees to work remotely or take leave. If remote work is not an option, consider potential training opportunities that employees can complete remotely.
Supervisors in police, public safety, security, power plant, food service, health care, animal care and critical maintenance should make arrangements for team members to report safely to campus. Employees who cannot make it to campus should contact their supervisors.
Open education proposals for Miller mini-grants due April 14
The Miller Open Education Mini-Grant Program seeks proposals for projects to be developed during the 2025-26 academic year. Funds are provided for instructors to adopt, edit or create open educational resources (OER). Proposals are due by 11:59 p.m. on Monday, April 14. Applicants will be notified of their proposal's status by June 1.
No kidding; ice cream sale resumes today
For the first time this semester, members of the Dairy Science Club are selling ice cream today (11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.) outside the north doors to Lush Auditorium in Kildee Hall. Get a cup for $2 (cash only); flavors this week are chocolate, Oreo, Butterfinger, KitKat and thin mint. The ice cream is mixed by club members at the ISU Creamery, and the sale serves as a fundraiser for club activities throughout the year. Interested in having the club's ice cream for your event? Send an email.
Shared-use kitchen workshop is March 31-April 1
Registration ($80) is open for a workshop on Shared-use Kitchens March 31-April 1 at the ISU Alumni Center, offered by ISU Extension and Outreach. Many small food-processing businesses start in their operators' home kitchens. For business owners who'd like to expand beyond their home, one option could be access to a shared-use kitchen facility, which provides commercial space and equipment for multiple individuals or businesses to prepare or handle food for wholesale, resale or distribution. Currently, Iowa has only about six shared-use kitchens, which contrasts with 30-35 such facilities each in neighboring states.
Town/Gown annual Musicale is Feb. 22
The Ames Town & Gown Chamber Music Association will hold its 36th annual Musicale on Saturday, Feb. 22 (7 p.m., St. John's by the Campus Episcopal Church, 2338 Lincoln Way). The evening includes culinary delights and performances by musicians from the university and Ames community. Tickets (order online) are $50 (students $15); tickets ordered after Feb. 12 will be held at the door.
Wedding open house is Feb. 23 at alumni center
The ISU Alumni Association will host its Wedding Open House on Sunday, Feb. 23 (11 a.m.-3 p.m.). See what a wedding looks like in the building, meet vendors and approved caterers, and enter a drawing for a discounted wedding package. RSVPs are encouraged but not required.
Funding help available for summer faculty success program
The provost's office again will partially sponsor faculty from all tracks who want to participate in the NCFDD's Faculty Success Program during summer 2025 (May 19-July 27). Provost office funds will cover $2,500 of the $4,495 early registration fee. Participants will be expected to cover the remaining program fee through other sources such as department or college matching funds, professional development funds, grant funds or other sources. Faculty sponsored by the provost's office also are expected to complete all components of the program. To apply for this funding, complete the short application form by Feb. 26. Iowa State has an institutional membership with the NCFDD.
Reminder: Register for P&S employee conference
Registration closes Wednesday, Feb. 19, for the Professional and Scientific Council's annual professional development conference, "Charting the Future," on Feb. 27 (7:30 a.m.-4 p.m., Gateway Hotel and Conference Center) for P&S employees. The day includes a keynote address, three breakout sessions and lunch. Registration is $150.
Memorial service is Feb. 15 for former faculty member Roger Berger
A Celebration of Life for professor emeritus of industrial engineering Roger Berger will be held on Saturday, Feb. 15 (10 a.m., Reiman Ballroom, ISU Alumni Center, social with light refreshments follows). Berger died Jan. 4 from injuries caused by an accidental fall. Rev. Kelli Clement of the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Ames will lead the service, and members of the community will be invited to say a few words about Berger. A family burial will take place at the ISU Cemetery. Berger was a member of the industrial and manufacturing systems engineering faculty for 29 years (1972 to his retirement in 2001). Obituary.
Individual tickets on sale for August football game in Ireland
Individual tickets (with no travel package) for the Iowa State versus Kansas State College Football Classic in Dublin, Ireland (Aug. 23, Avia Stadium) went on sale via Ticketmaster on Feb. 5. Tickets will be sold through Feb. 28 or while supplies last. (Secondary ticket markets are prohibited for events in Ireland, so don't rely on this option this summer.)
Nominations due Feb. 28 for faculty mentor award
The office of the senior vice president and provost seeks nominations for the 2025 Exemplary Faculty Mentor Award, which recognizes faculty members who have exceeded the expectations of a mentor and acknowledges the critical role that faculty mentoring plays at Iowa State. More information about the award is online, including eligibility criteria and nomination process. Nominations are due Friday, Feb. 28. Award recipients will be recognized at a reception on Friday, April 25 (3:30-4:30 p.m., MU Campanile Room).
Reiman Gardens announces year-round hours
Reiman Gardens has announced new year-round hours: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. daily, with the butterfly wing closing 30 minutes earlier each day. From April 1 through Sept. 30, the gardens will be open Tuesday and Thursday evenings until 8 p.m.
Nominate your supplier for procurement awards
Procurement services has opened nominations for its six 2025 Supplier Awards and asks for the university community's help to recognize outstanding suppliers that provided goods or services to Iowa State in 2024 and meet an award's eligibility criteria (follow the links below). Nominations are due Feb. 28 and should describe why the supplier should be recognized in the award category, including examples that demonstrate how the supplier meets the specific criteria. Don't assume that procurement services knows what the supplier does for you. The award categories are:
Chemistry Stores offers pipette calibration service Feb. 24-March 5
Chemistry Stores is hosting its annual pipette calibration service Feb. 24-March 5. Kiwi Calibration will be on campus to calibrate and repair pipettes. Prices for the service are: single channel $44, 8-channel $110, 12-channel $115; a valid Worktag is required at drop-off. Customers may drop off their pipettes to the Chemistry Stores office, 1359 Gilman, starting Wednesday, Feb. 19. The service is first come, first served.
Proposals due March 26 for spring youth programs symposium
Risk management is accepting proposals for 40-minute presentations for its 2025 Youth Programs Symposium, to be held virtually on Tuesday, April 15 (8:15 a.m.-12:30 p.m.). Proposals are due March 26. The symposium is for youth program leaders and other interested faculty, staff and stakeholders who support youth programming at Iowa State. More information and the proposal submission form are online.
Spring water research seminars announced
The Iowa Nutrient Research Center has posted topics and graduate student presenters for its spring water research seminars. The hybrid presentations take place the second Wednesday of each month, Feb. 12, March 12, April 9 and May 14 (3:10-4 p.m., 1306 Elings and via Zoom; register to receive the links); each session features two presentations. Sessions are open to the public.
Registration due Feb. 21 for March research roundtable
Registration is due Feb. 21 for the office of the vice president's next Research and Innovation Roundtable on Wednesday, March 5 (9 a.m.-4 p.m., Memorial Union, lunch provided). The theme is "From Risk to Resilience: Combatting Endemic and Zoonotic Microbial Threats." Researchers working in applied sciences, humanities, engineering, design and the social sciences are invited to this unique opportunity to collaborate with campus colleagues as well as researchers from the USDA National Animal Disease Center and Australia's Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation. The roundtable includes time to:
- Learn more during facilitated breakout discussions
- Pitch project ideas
- Identify and self-assemble project teams
- Receive instructions about requests for proposals and funding
Submit online help ticket for Workday questions
Faculty and staff seeking help with Workday for Student tasks can use the Workday Get Help form, available on the WorkCyte website. The form connects you with the campus specialists who support your specific issue. Currently, about a dozen common topic areas populate the form -- or you can fill in your own. You'll receive notifications about changes in your ticket status as team works to resolve your issue. Changes to the form, including topics supported by various teams, are added as Workday for Student users' post-implementation needs change. Remember, Workday for Student training resources, organized by role and by topic, are organized on single website.
Judges needed for high school state science fair in March
ISU Extension and Outreach seeks judges for the State Science and Technology Fair of Iowa March 26-27, at Hilton Coliseum. An anticipated 650 students in grades 6-12 will present an estimated 500 projects in 17 categories during the exhibition. Judges will evaluate the projects and provide constructive feedback to the students. Lunch and refreshments are provided. Individuals can sign up to judge in the junior high or senior high divisions. No special training is required, but an advanced degree or industry experience is preferred for judging senior high projects. Fair organizers will determine judges' assignments based on their category preference(s), level of education, field of study and professional experience. The first step is to sign up online.
Gymnastics tickets $3 for faculty, staff
Iowa State faculty and staff can purchase $3 tickets for the gymnastics team’s Big 12 Conference opener against Arizona State on Friday, Jan. 31 (6:30 p.m., Hilton Coliseum). All tickets are general admission.
Hort Club's Valentine bouquet sale is Feb. 13-14
The Horticulture Club's floral bouquet Valentine's Day sale returns Feb. 13-14 (9 a.m.-3 p.m. daily while supplies last, Union Drive Community Center lobby). Preorders can be made through Feb. 7. Select from roses, carnations and spider mums ($3-$4.50 per stem) and various fillers and greens ($5). Cash, checks and credit cards are accepted payment.
Mushroom certification class offered this spring
ISU Extension and Outreach's Wild-harvested Mushroom Certification Class will return this spring. The class, led by plant disease diagnostician Chelsea Harbach, includes an online lecture (via Zoom) and a mandatory in-person workshop (where the certification exam occurs) offered three times: March 15, March 29 and April 12, all in Ames. Participants receive the link for the Zoom lecture when they register for a workshop. The class costs $60 and is particularly relevant for those hoping to sell wild-harvested mushrooms, since sellers in Iowa are required to complete a certification workshop to sell eight varieties of wild-harvested mushrooms.
P&S research project managers will gather Feb. 11
The Research Project Management Council, supported by the office of the vice president for research, will hold its next meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 11 (2 p.m., 1116 Sweeney, light refreshments provided). Registration is requested. The council is open to all P&S staff who manage sponsored research projects or programs. Connect with fellow research project management professionals and learn more about how the council can support you.
The council is a collaborative forum to recognize and enhance the role of research project management at the university. It brings together project management professionals to share best practices, address common challenges and foster a supportive network that advances the success of research initiatives. The group's direction is guided by the needs and priorities of its members, ensuring that the council remains responsive to emerging challenges and opportunities. Contact Nicole Scott or Stacy Renfro with questions.
Fall Honors seminar proposals due Feb. 21
The University Honors Program invites proposals for Honors seminars in Fall 2025. These one- or two-credit courses, offered for a half or full term on a pass/fail basis, allow Honors students to examine topics of current or special interest. Enrollment is usually limited to 17 students. Honors allocates $500 per seminar for the professional development (e.g. professional subscriptions, membership fees, travel) of the instructor(s). Proposals are due Friday, Feb. 21. Details and guidelines are on the Honors website; the proposal form also is online. Questions may be directed to Laurie Smith Law.
Feb. 4 fair emphasizes consent in relationships
ISU's Green Zone team invites students, staff and faculty to stop by the Green Zone Fun Fair on Tuesday, Feb. 4 (10 a.m.-2 p.m., Great Hall, Memorial Union). Grab a snack, play a game and win some prizes. Most importantly, learn how consent in relationships is connected to well being, how to practice consent across different kinds of relationships, and how to build communities into green zones where consent is normalized.
Nominate an individual or team for a sustainability excellence award
Nominations are due by 5 p.m. Feb. 12 for the 2025 Live Green! Excellence Awards in sustainability. Recognize an individual, team, organization, initiative, department or college that impacts campus sustainability through initiatives that focus on teaching, research, outreach or operations. A nomination must include a letter of support from project partners, collaborators or beneficiaries. Selection criteria (PDF) are online; download and complete the nomination form and email it to mrankin@iastate.edu.
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MU's winter poster sale runs Jan. 27-31
The Memorial Union's annual winter poster sale will be held Jan. 27-31 (10 a.m.-6 p.m. daily, Campanile Room). Find an extensive collection of imagery, ranging from classic posters to fresh-off-the-press artist prints. Hundreds of choices are priced from $8 to $15. Enhance your decor while supporting the Memorial Union Art Gallery. The sale is open to the public.
Service for emeritus faculty member Howard Shapiro is Feb. 2
A memorial service for emeritus faculty member and former administrator Howard Shapiro will be held Sunday, Feb. 2 (1 p.m., Temple B'nai Jeshurun, 5101 Grand Ave., Des Moines). Shapiro died Jan. 17 in Des Moines. He was a member of the mechanical engineering faculty from 1975 to 2005 (when he received emeritus professor status) and returned as a lecturer from 2013 through spring 2024 semester. He held several administrative roles during his first span, including assistant dean for undergraduate programs in the College of Engineering (1997-98) and the inaugural vice provost for undergraduate programs (1998-2004), where he helped advance initiatives such as Project LEA/RN, learning communities, WiSE and the Center for Excellence in Learning and Teaching. Obituary.
Fee waiver requests for P&S conference due Jan. 24
The Professional and Scientific Council is hosting its annual professional development conference, "Charting the Future," on Thursday, Feb. 27 (7:30 a.m.-4 p.m., Gateway Hotel and Conference Center) for P&S employees. A limited number of conference fee waivers are available for employees whose departments can't cover registration costs. The application deadline is 5 p.m. Friday, Jan. 24.
Student club taking orders through Jan. 31 for Valentine fudge
Members of the Food Science Club are making and selling fudge by online preorder in time for Valentine's Day. The group will accept preorders for 250 pounds of fudge through Friday, Jan. 31, or until it has sold out. This year's six flavors are: chocolate, peanut butter, cookies 'n cream, chocolate mint, orange cream and Cardinal & Gold (formerly Cyclone: chocolate fudge with peanuts and mini marshmallows, topped with Cyclone M&Ms). Prices for a half-pound container are: $7 each, two for $12, $6 for each container after two. Orders can be picked up on Tuesday-Wednesday, Feb. 11-12 (10 a.m.-3 p.m. daily, 206 MacKay). Any extra fudge will be sold on Thursday, Feb. 13 (10 a.m.-1 p.m., same location). Proceeds will help cover club expenses and industry trips.
Athletics offers ticket special for Oklahoma State dual
Iowa State wrestling fans can purchase a four pack of general admission tickets to the Jan. 26 dual against conference foe Oklahoma State (4 p.m., Hilton Coliseum) for $25. The Cyclones ask all fans to wear cardinal colors, and the first 200 fans entering Hilton receive a wrestling T-shirt.
Get help for your ISU Sites faculty website
ISU faculty members in all colleges can get support for their free ISU Sites faculty website at two walk-in workshops in 206 Durham Center:
- Tuesday, Jan. 28, 2-3 p.m.
- Thursday, Feb. 6, 10-11 a.m.
Whether you're establishing your website from scratch or enhancing your existing one, staff can guide you through creating an accessible and effective digital showcase of your research, teaching and achievements. Drop in at your convenience and leave with a polished, professional website hosted on the ISU Sites platform. These workshops offer:
- Personalized support to build your site, whether it be simple, advanced or full-scale.
- Guidance on accessibility standards so your site reaches all audiences.
- Strategic content planning to improve your potential reach.
- Professional templates optimized for academic profiles.
For more information contact websupport@iastate.edu.
Funeral is Friday for former Extension leader Barbara Woods
The funeral service for former longtime Extension and Outreach employee Barbara Woods will be held Friday, Jan. 24 (11 a.m., First Baptist Church, 200 Lynn Ave., Delta Sigma Theta sorority's Omega Omega service begins at 9 a.m.). Visitation will be held Thursday, Jan. 23 (4-6 p.m., Grandon Funeral and Cremation Care, 414 Lincoln Way). Burial will be Jan. 30 in Flint Hill Baptist Church Cemetery, Alexander City, Alabama. Woods died on Jan. 19 at Israel Family Hospice House, Ames. She retired (PDF) from the university in October 2023 after a 42-year career with ISU Extension and Outreach in a range of leadership, communications and programming postions. Obituary. Her family encourages memorial donations to area organizations such as ISU Human Sciences Extension and Outreach (ISU Foundation), Habitat for Humanity of Central Iowa, Reiman Gardens or Brunnier Art Museum, and Delta Sigma Theta's Research and Educational Foundation.
Employee W-2 forms for 2024 are available in Workday
The payroll staff announces that Form W-2 (Wage and Tax Statement) for calendar year 2024 is available in Workday. Employees need this document to prepare and submit their 2024 income tax return to the Internal Revenue Service. To access your W-2:
- Log in to Workday and click on the Benefits and Pay application.
- Select "My Tax Documents" under "Tasks and Reports" at the top of the page.
- Click the view/print button to see your W-2.
For additional information, see the W-2 Knowledge Base Article.
Reminder: Nominations close Jan. 31 for student employee and supervisor awards
Nominations close Jan. 31 for two 2024-25 awards from the office of student financial aid. Follow each link for more information about the award criteria and nomination form.
- Student Employee of the Year. Recognize the outstanding efforts of hourly undergraduate student employees who are making a difference as leaders and innovators in their roles.
- Student Employee Supervisor of the Year (in partnership with university human resources). Recognize the exceptional supervisors of hourly student employees for their mentorship and professionalism.
Iowa State Singers perform Friday in Beardshear rotunda
Join the Iowa State Singers for a concert of 10 Renaissance madrigals on Friday, Jan. 24 (7:30 p.m., second level of Beardshear Hall, enter at the south doors). This informal event, which evolved when the music and theatre department ended its Madrigal Dinner tradition during the pandemic, provides the student vocalists an opportunity to perform in small chamber groups, which are led by student leaders. The students will sing in the rotunda area on the second level; audience members are welcome to join them there. The concert is free and short -- about 30 minutes -- and seating isn't provided (pack a folding chair if you'd like).
Reminders about combining business and personal travel
As part of its ongoing commitment to provide clarity and streamline processes, the controller's office team reminds all employees about university guidelines for combining personal and business travel.
Employees who combine personal and business travel must ensure that all expenses are well documented. Total reimbursable expenses should not exceed the lowest available cost of travel on the most direct or uninterrupted route. Any expenses exceeding the lowest available cost will be the sole responsibility of the traveler. When comparing flight options, be sure to compare for the same date, time and carrier prior to booking the travel.
Before they travel, employees are expected to review the policy carefully to ensure a more efficient reimbursement process when they return. For questions or clarification, contact the Financial and Accounting Compliance staff at fact@iastate.edu.
Regents amend their strategic plan; universities' plans are on February agenda
At its Jan. 15 meeting the Iowa Board of Regents approved updates to its 2022-27 strategic plan (PDF). The edits address three key changes since the plan was approved: 2023 transfer to the state Department of Education of oversight for the state's services for K-12 sight-impaired and hearing-impaired students, 2024 law that removes a gender balance requirement for state boards and commissions, and a 2024 law requiring the regent universities to eliminate all functions and positions related to diversity, equity and inclusion. DEI-related edits primarily impacted the vision statement, board "dispositions" and its strategic priority #1 (related to student success and the academic experience), eliminating references to opportunities for underrepresented students and underserved populations.
Campus groups at Iowa's three regent universities have reviewed their respective strategic plans for compliance with the law restricting DEI efforts. The regents will review those recommendations at their Feb. 27 meeting.
Jan. 22 women's basketball tickets discounted for faculty and staff
ISU faculty and staff can purchase half-price tickets ($5) -- and share the invite with family and friends -- for the Cyclone women's basketball game against Big 12 Conference opponent Brigham Young University on Wednesday, Jan. 22 (6:30 p.m., Hilton Coliseum).
Health insurance coverage form goes paperless for 2024
For the 2024 tax year, 1095-C forms (Employer-Provided Health Insurance Offer and Coverage) will be available only in Workday; paper copies no longer will be mailed. Employees can view their form in Workday at the beginning of February and will be notified when the form is available. Employees who have questions or who wish to receive a paper copy should submit a request to fbac@iastate.edu.
Study Abroad Fair is Jan. 30
The Study Abroad Center will host its next Study Abroad Fair on Thursday, Jan. 30 (10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., MU Great Hall). Learn about interning or studying abroad in experiences ranging from one week to one year. Students can enter their names for a chance to win study abroad scholarships. All ISU community members are able to apply for a U.S. passport during the fair (schedule an appointment in advance). More information is online.
Nominations due Feb. 15 for annual alumni awards
The ISU Alumni Association is seeking nominations by Feb. 15 for four awards to be presented during Homecoming 2025 that honor alumni. Award descriptions and nomination forms are online. Questions may be directed to Katie Lickteig. The awards are:
- Alumni Medal, recognizes long, loyal service to the university through alumni-related activities
- Alumni Humanitarian Award, recognizes humanitarian efforts that transcend professional accomplishments and bring honor to the university
- Outstanding Young Alumni Award, recognizes alumni age 40 years and younger who excel in their profession and provide service to their community
- James A. Hopson Alumni Service Award (2023 merger of the former Hopson and Alumni Service awards), recognizes alumni and friends whose volunteer activities and service support the work of the ISU Alumni Association in connecting alumni, students and friends to each other and the university
Smile and Write dates are set for spring semester
Smile and Write is an online program open to faculty and staff, designed to leverage peer accountability and help participants carve out space in their schedules to work on curriculum, manuscripts and other writing projects. Smile and Write connects peers across disciplines as they work together toward their writing goals to aid in career progression. During spring semester, the fixed time is Tuesday (11 a.m.-1 p.m., Jan. 21-May 6); 17 sessions on the other four days of the week also are scheduled. The Smile and Write format is:
- Register ahead of time for as many sessions as you want. Upon registration, you'll be sent a Zoom link for each session.
- Once logged in, keep your video turned on. Doing this helps assure accountability and prevent distraction.
- At the start of each session participants state their goals, and at the end of each session they briefly share the progress they made.
Clothing closet seeks business attire in advance of career fairs
Iowa State's free Business Attire Pop-Up Shop, which has a permanent space in the east Memorial Union, is accepting new or gently used business attire to share with students in preparation for the spring career fairs (Feb. 11-March 10). Items sought most frequently by students are blazers, suits, slacks, large and tall menswear, loafers, flats, dress shoes, ties, laptop bags, purses and accessories. All donations can be dropped off at the Memorial Union Multicultural Center (around the corner from the information desk) during open hours. Monetary donations can be contributed to the professional attire closet fund at the ISU Foundation. Questions can be emailed to thecloset@iastate.edu. More information is shared on Instagram @isupopup.
The Pop-Up Shop in the MU Multicultural Center will be open for all ISU students:
- Wednesday, Feb. 5 (9 a.m.-noon and 1-5 p.m.)
- Thursday, Feb. 6 (9 a.m.-noon and 1-3 p.m.)
Early registration for P&S Council conference ends Feb. 2
The Professional and Scientific Council is hosting its annual professional development conference, "Charting the Future," on Thursday, Feb. 27 (7:30 a.m.-4 p.m., Gateway Hotel and Conference Center) for P&S employees. The day includes a keynote address, three breakout sessions and lunch. Early registration ($130) ends Feb. 2 and regular registration ($150) closes Feb. 19.
CyTown development contracts are on regents agenda
Iowa State will request approval of two CyTown development contracts (PDF) when the Iowa Board of Regents meets Wednesday, Jan. 15 (9 a.m.), at the board's Urbandale office. The first is a 30-year management agreement among the university, ISU Research Park and Goldenrod Companies, the master developer for CyTown, regarding development of about 48 acres in the CyTown district immediately south of the Iowa State Center. The second is a 30-year ground lease agreement between the university and research park that grants the overall construction and operation oversight of the project to the research park.
The meeting will start with a closed session, during which the regents complete semiannual performance reviews for the three regent university presidents and the board's executive director, Mark Braun.
Register for February civics conference for all employees
Registration has opened for Civics Across the Curriculum and Co-Curriculum, a professional development conference for faculty, staff and administrators on Wednesday, Feb. 19 (noon-4:30 p.m., Memorial Union). Participants will hear from national experts and campus practitioners on ways to narrow gaps in civic literacy, skills and disposition among Iowa State's students. Registration, which will remain open through Feb. 3, is free and includes lunch.