Announcements for Faculty and Staff

May innovation lunch club features bioscience platform leaders

Rescheduled from April, the May edition of the Innovation Impact Lunch Club will feature the three chief technology officers assigned to Iowa State's three state-funded bioscience platforms: biobased products (Kevin Moore), digital and precision agriculture (Nadilia Gomez), and vaccines, diagnostics and immunotherapeutics (Mike Roof). It will meet on Friday, May 23 (11:15 a.m.-12:30 p.m., training room, ISU Economic Development Core Facility, ISU Research Park). Learn more about each platform and its impact, and how the officers work with researchers and industry. The free series is hosted by ISU's office of economic development and industry relations especially for its faculty and staff partners, but open to all. RSVP to mndooley@iastate.edu.

Ticket packages on sale now for next year's Stephens series

The Iowa State Center released the 2025-26 Performing Arts Season at Stephens Auditorium this week. The 13 performances include comedy musicals, acrobatics, several holiday shows and tribute concerts. Subscriptions (tickets to three or four performances with discounts of 15% to 20% on the package) are on sale now. 2024-25 subscribers who renew by June 13 keep their seating priority. Single-event tickets begin to go on sale to the public Aug. 5. 

Cyclone 'Tailgate Tour' is May 19-23

The athletics department's annual Tailgate Tour will stop at 10 Iowa cities in five days, May 19-23. These family-friendly events give fans the unique opportunity to meet and hear updates from Iowa State head coaches and director of athletics Jamie Pollard. While tour event lineups may vary, in addition to Pollard, this spring's tour will feature football coach Matt Campbell, men's basketball coach T.J. Otzelberger, women's basketball coach Bill Fennelly, volleyball coach Christy Johnson-Lynch, wrestling coach Kevin Dresser and "Voice of the Cyclones" John Walters. Cy and members of the spirit squad also will attend.

Inside shares summer schedule

Inside Update, the companion email to Inside Iowa State, will be sent every other Thursday during summer term. Announcements, appointments and receptions/retirements should be submitted (inside@iastate.edu) by noon on the Wednesday preceding an email date to be included in that edition. Emails are scheduled for:

• May 15 (final week of spring semester)
• May 29
• June 12
• June 26
• July 10
• July 24
• Aug. 7 (final week of summer term)
• Aug. 21
• Aug. 28 (first week of fall semester)

Traffic changes at University Boulevard/Sixth Street begin May 19

A university project to reconstruct the intersection of University Boulevard and Sixth Street (adjacent to the CyRide facility), including sidewalks, and replace the traffic signals is scheduled to begin Monday, May 19, and continue into the first week of August. The work will be done in phases, first the northbound lanes, followed by the southbound lanes (estimated to begin around June 19). Single-lane traffic in both directions will be maintained throughout the project. Access between Sixth Street and University Boulevard will be closed during the first phase, and access between the east CyRide driveway and University Boulevard will be closed during the second phase.

Shared walking and cycling paths in the vicinity of the road project, including the sycamore path north of the Lied recreation center, will close during the project, and pedestrians and bicyclists will have two detour options:

1. South from Sixth Street on Brookridge Drive/North Hazel Avenue to Lincoln Way, and west on Lincoln Way to campus.
2. West past the Brookside Park baseball fields and ISU Transportation Services to the pedestrian railroad underpass near the horse barns/Wallace Road.

Corpse plant's infrequent bloom is likely in mid-May

Stink plant

The Reiman Gardens staff awaits the blooming of its corpse plant (Amorphophallus titanum), irreverently named "Stink Floyd," which promises an unforgettable sensory experience when it blooms every seven to 10 years. The corpse plant is one of the world's largest and most unusual flowering structures, growing up to 10 feet tall. When it does bloom, it emits a powerful odor reminiscent of rotting flesh -- an evolutionary strategy to attract pollinators like carrion beetles and flesh flies. The bloom and stink last for 24-48 hours. The bloom is expected between May 10 and May 14, but because of the plant's unpredictability, guests are encouraged to follow Reiman Gardens on social media for live updates. The gardens will offer extended hours (7 a.m.-11 p.m.) during the peak stink/bloom, and guests can see the plant with the price of daily admission. 

"This bloom is nature's rock concert,” said director of Reiman Gardens Christine Prescott. "It's loud in scent, rare in appearance and draws a crowd."

End-of-semester Art Mart is May 13-16 at the MU

The Workspace and Gaffers' Guild will co-host an Art Mart pop-up shop May 13-16 in the Memorial Union's first floor art gallery. Purchase blown glass pieces, pottery, jewelry, accessories, prints and more. Hours are: 4-7 p.m. Tuesday, 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Wednesday and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Thursday-Friday.

Demo Day set for Startup Factory's newest class

The ISU Startup Factory 18-week incubator program will hold Demo Day for the program's 17th cohort on Tuesday, May 20 (5:30 p.m., networking reception follows their presentations until 8 p.m., atrium, ISU Research Park Core Facility). All Startup Factory alumni, founders, mentors and startup community supporters are welcome; RSVPs are requested.

Some U.S. Postal Service rates will go up in July

Planning some large mailings this summer? Donna Villaescusa, manager of ISU postal and parcel services, said the U.S. Postal Service has filed notice with the Postal Regulatory Commission of mail price changes that will take effect Sunday, July 13. The proposed adjustments will raise some mail service prices approximately 7.4%. The new rates include a 5-cent increase to a first-class ("Forever") stamp, from 73 cents to 78 cents. Price increases for priority mail and express mail are in the same range, with rates based on destination, size and weight.

U.S. Postal Service price increases: July 13

SHOP food pantry seeks volunteers for May-August

Faculty and staff volunteers are needed to help keep the SHOP food pantry open during prep week, finals week and summer break. SHOP, which serves our student community out of 1306 Beyer, would like to maintain its service hours on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons. A new volunteer sign-up schedule has been created for May-August.

Traveling Cyclones' 2026 program preview is May 29

The ISU Alumni Association will host its 2026 Travel Preview on Thursday, May 29 (4-6:30 p.m., ISU Alumni Center).  RSVP by May 21. Receive a copy of the 2026 "Traveling Cyclones" tour schedule and book trips (or ask questions) with trusted providers. In addition, U.S. Postal Service representatives will attend to accept passport applications and renewals. (For more information or to set up a passport appointment, contact Johanna Hill, 515-776-4092 or Johanna.M.Hill@usps.gov.) The Traveling Cyclones program is not limited to Iowa State alumni. Questions about the preview event may be directed to Shellie Andersen.

Reiman Gardens' plant sale is May 10-11

The Reiman Gardens' annual plant sale is May 10-11 in the gardens' parking lot, rain or shine. Plants for sale include perennials for sun and shade, trees, Buck roses, houseplants, spider plants, "Dreamy Kiss" dahlias, "Shamrock Rose" lantanas, "Dragon Wing Red" begonias and more. Credit card, check and cash are accepted. Sale hours are: May 10 (9 a.m.-6 p.m.) and May 11 (10 a.m.-3 p.m.). Garden members can shop early on Friday, May 9 (3-4 p.m. sustainer and champion levels, 4-7 p.m. all membership levels).

Reminder: United Way food donation ends May 8

Iowa State is participating in the United Way of Story County's annual Live United food drive, which continues through May 8. Donations collected will go to participants in the Story County Food Pantry Collaboration, which includes food pantries and food distribution programs. A drive-up, drop-off option will be piloted Monday and Tuesday during the morning commute (7-8:30 a.m.) at three locations daily. Indoors, there are nearly 20 drop locations on campus.

Stange Road to close for several hours Thursday evening

The crews working on the Stange Road reconstruction north of campus have encountered an unanticipated condition near the bridge over Ioway Creek. The solution involves some grinding that will require complete closure of the road for several hours. On Thursday, May 1, from approximately 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., northbound and southbound lanes will be closed between Bruner Drive and 13th Street.

Last call: Wednesday ice cream sale

For the final 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 birthday cake, chocolate, Kit Kat, Oreo and Reese's. 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.

Classrooms reserved for evening study during prep week

Room scheduling will reserve 13 general university classrooms for students to use as study rooms during the evenings of prep week, May 5-9 (5:30-11 p.m. daily):

• 2226 and 2234 Bessey
• 0124, 0128 and 0202 Carver
• 0278 and 0289 Forker 
• 1220 and 1226 Howe 
• 0029 and 0031 Ross
• 1116 and 1120 Sweeney

One-block stretch of Welch closed for city utility improvements

A city of Ames project has closed Welch Avenue from Chamberlain to Hunt streets, including the intersections, for upgrades that include water main, storm and sanitary sewer replacement, sidewalk and street reconstruction and street light replacement. Weather-dependent, work starts Monday, April 28, and will take two to three months for this block. Pedestrians are asked to use the protected routes through this construction zone created by chain link fencing along both sides of Welch.

Last chance: Lake LaVerne survey closes Friday

As part of a broader plan to dredge, restore and maintain Lake LaVerne, a design team invites interested faculty, staff and students to participate in a 10-question survey about the south campus landmark by end-of-day Friday, May 2. The information collected will be used to guide the redevelopment plan.

You're invited: Central Stores appreciation lunch

Central Stores invites all faculty and staff to an appreciation open house on Thursday, May 8 (11 a.m.-1 p.m., lot 47 between General Services Building and the power plant). While supplies last, enjoy burgers, brats, chips, desserts and refreshments.

CIRAS hosts Iowa AI Summit for Industry in May

The Center for Industrial Research and Service (CIRAS) is hosting the 2025 Iowa AI Summit for Industry May 12-14 at the Scheman Building. This three-day event is designed to meet you where you are, covering everything from beginner-friendly AI tools to advanced, real-world applications across multiple industries. Register for one, two or all three days to customize your experience:

• AI Introduction, May 12 (1-4 p.m.), a beginner-friendly overview of what AI is and how it’s shaping the future.
• AI Summit, May 13 (8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.), a deeper dive into current AI tools, trends and applications through expert-led discussions and case studies.
• AI Accelerator, May 14 (8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.), for those ready to take the next step, this hands-on session helps you build your own AI-powered solutions and workflows.

Distinguished Awards celebration is May 2

Celebrate the university's highest awards at the annual Distinguished Awards celebration on Friday, May 2 (2 p.m., lower level of the Sukup End Zone Club at Jack Trice Stadium). The ceremony is open to the public, and a reception follows. Details about the awards presented to alumni and friends via the ISU Foundation and Alumni Association are online.

Ticket lottery announced for 'Book of Mormon' shows April 30-May 1

"The Book of Mormon," winner of nine 2011 Tony Awards including Best Musical, has announced a lottery ticket policy for the shows at Stephens Auditorium April 30 and May 1 (7:30 p.m.). A limited number of tickets will be available for $25 each. Here's how it works: Beginning at 5 p.m., entries will be accepted at the Stephens ticket office for that evening's performance. On a card that's provided, each person will print their name and number of tickets (one or two) they wish to purchase (limit of one entry/person). Shortly after the lottery closes at 5:30 p.m., names will be drawn at random for a limited number of tickets. Winners must be present for the drawing and show valid ID to purchase up to two tickets. Cash or credit card is accepted.

Dog scamper is May 3

The 41st annual Scamper, a 5K walk/run with pet dogs hosted by Iowa State's chapter of the Student American Veterinary Medicine Association, will be held Saturday, May 3 (10 a.m., College of Veterinary Medicine). Registration is $25; register online. Proceeds will support local animal shelters and rescues as well as be used to raise community awareness about the One Health mission.

Honors poster presentation is May 7

The University Honors program invites the campus community to its spring poster presentation, featuring honors capstone projects, on Wednesday, May 7 (3-5 p.m., MU Great Hall). Spring 2025 honors graduates and other honors students will present, answer questions and speak with individuals interested in their projects. The Honors spring convocation will follow at 5:45 p.m. in the MU Sun Room, preceded by a reception (5-5:45 p.m.).

Reminder: Stash the Trash is this weekend

The Ames/ISU annual "Stash the Trash" community spring clean-up event is Saturday-Sunday, April 26-27. Volunteers can choose to work alone or with a group or organization and clean up their neighborhood or favorite outdoor area. All collected trash can be disposed of in a rolloff container that weekend at the city's Resource Recovery Center, 420 E. Second St. Use your own bags and gloves, or pick them up April 21-25 at the plant.

State Science and Technology Fair winners announced

Junior and senior high school students from 77 schools and 38 counties exhibiting more than 500 projects competed for prizes, awards and scholarships at the State Science and Technology Fair of Iowa March 26-27 at Hilton Coliseum. Dozens of university faculty, staff and graduate students served as judges. Aligning with Next Generation Science Standards, the fair is the premier STEM contest for Iowa students in grades 6-12. Earlier this week, fair organizers posted award recipients.

MU parking permit sale opens April 30

Update on Stange Road construction

On Friday, April 25, access to University Village from Stange Road will close at Bruner Drive and open at Blankenburg Drive. Northbound traffic on Stange remains detoured east to Grand Avenue via 13th and 24th streets. Closure of Stange's northbound lanes is required for the contractor to demolish the old road surface up to the center line. The closure has required detours to three CyRide bus routes: #6 Brown, #14 Peach and #25 Gold, including closed and temporary bus stops. Weather dependent, this phase of the work is expected to be completed by the first week of May. Map of detour.

Employee workshop targets sticky work situations

Employees who find themselves in an uncomfortable work dynamic are invited to an interactive workshop, "Sticky Situations Between Supervisors and Supervisees: A Discussion with University Human Resources and the Ombuds," on Wednesday, April 30 (9-10:30 a.m., 206 Durham). University ombuds Laura Smythe and associate director for employee relations and labor relations Andrea Little, university human resources, will lead the workshop. It's open to all faculty and staff; register in Workday Learning.

Procurement customers asked to complete service survey

Procurement services invites its campus customers to complete a 2025 satisfaction survey. The procurement team uses the feedback each year to improve its services and enhance processes to better meet the needs of the university community. This spring's customer satisfaction survey will be available through May 6.

Graduate Career Exploration showcase is April 23

The Graduate College will host a poster showcase for its new Graduate Career Exploration Program on Wednesday, April 23 (11 a.m.-1 p.m., Student Innovation Center atrium, pizza provided). For the last 12 weeks, 16 Ph.D. students in biology-related fields have participated in the newly established program, and they will present their potential career paths, share the knowledge they have acquired from the program, and discuss insights gained from conducting multiple informational interviews with professionals already pursuing those careers. All are welcome; graduate students, graduate faculty mentors and graduate student support staff especially are invited to learn more about this new program. Questions may be directed to Svitlana Zbarska, graduate career services lead.

Tickets on sale for June 29 Frankie Valli concert

Tickets are on sale for a June 29 concert at Stephens Auditorium with Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons, joined by The Rascals. Tickets ($45-$125) may be purchased at the Stephens ticket office or via Ticketmaster.

Design student art sale is April 16-18

The CODAC (College of Design Art Club) spring sale, featuring work by students in the integrated studio arts and integrated visual arts programs, will take place April 16-18 in the central foyer of the College of Design building. Hours are 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday; 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Friday. Find unique gifts for spring and summer celebrations, or something for yourself. A majority of proceeds go to the student artists, with the remainder allocated for club activities like guest speakers and workshops.

Peak spring bloom window at Reiman Gardens opens this weekend

An estimated 50,000 tulips, daffodils and other bulbs are blooming at Reiman Gardens this spring, with the peak tulip time estimated for April 19 through May 3. Reiman Gardens opens daily at 9 a.m. and is open five days a week until 5 p.m., with extended hours to 8 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Admission is $12 (65 years $11, youth 2-12 years $6, ISU students free with ID).

Faculty, staff volunteers needed for Cy's Finals Frenzy during prep week

The division of student affairs seeks volunteers for the third Cy's Finals Frenzy at the beginning of prep week: Sunday-Tuesday, May 4-6. Volunteers help individual events run smoothly, and faculty and staff are encouraged to sign up for a shift or two to interact with students. Most shifts are 60 or 90 minutes long. This once-a-semester event promotes healthy study habits and personal wellness as students prepare for final exams. All events are free for Iowa State students and take place in and around the Memorial Union. Offerings include Bingo, movie night, free snacks, a Sunday cookout and wellness activities. Academic support programs, including exam prep and supplemental instruction sessions, will be available, too.

P&S seminar series topics announced for April, May

The P&S Council's monthly seminar series (Tuesdays, 2-3 p.m.) includes these upcoming topics. The series is open to all:

• Excel Your Skills, intermediate and advanced Excel techniques, with Sarah Freestone, office of student financial aid, and Sara Joanna Everson, department of public safety, April 22, virtual, register
• P&S Classification and Compensation Structure in Action, how the structure is used to classify P&S employees and inform pay decisions, with Dwayne Hepler, human resources delivery, May 22, 0114 Student Innovation Center, register

Uganda baskets pop-up sale runs April 14-25

The Workspace is hosting a pop-up basket sale with the Uganda Alliance Club April 14-25 (weekdays 2-9 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.-4 p.m., lower east level of the Memorial Union). Handmade baskets created with dried raffia and banana leaves by women in the Tusubila ("hope") Crafts Group, Kamuli, Uganda, sell for $10-$25, and the money from sales goes directly toward supporting the artist's family with food, school fees, and other needs.

This initiative began through Iowa State's Uganda program. Students studying abroad purchased baskets but saw that market access was limited for the artists. They formed the Uganda Alliance Club to work with the Tusubila group to bring baskets to the United States, sell them and send the money back to the artists.

TIAA general information session recording available

Iowa State employees with retirement plans with TIAA can watch an on-demand recording of one of the virtual general information sessions about the changes to the plan. Employees who did not attend the session may have to register on the page to view the recording. The basic design of the retirement program with TIAA will remain the same, as will contribution rates and eligibility requirements. There is a 10-day window (April 14-25) for one-on-one sessions with a TIAA professional to discuss individual plans.

Monday Monologue series resumes on library steps

Three spring events have been added to the university library's Monday Monologues series, a free lunch-hour series to highlight Iowa State performing talent. Events begin at 12:15 p.m. on the front steps of Parks Library:

• April 14: Student vocal ensembles Cantamus, Lyrica and Count Me In 
• April 21: Jubilee Gospel Choir, a student organization
• April 28: Favorite Poem Project (a National Poetry Month event), everyone is invited to read a cherished published poem and share why it's personally important, books of poetry will be on site

Celebrate: ISU Extension and Outreach Week is April 7-12

Throughout Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Week (April 7-12), Iowa's 100 county extension offices will host "I Spy Cy" activities and educational events to thank Iowans across the state for their support of ISU Extension and Outreach.

Conflict management training scheduled for June

Seats are available at a summer training for faculty and staff leaders on conflict management. It's offered by Iowa State ombuds Laura Smythe over three half-days, June 9-11 (8:30 a.m.-noon daily). The training is interactive and designed to address scenarios that participants find occur repeatedly, yet they approach with uncertainty or discomfort. Participation is limited to 25 individuals, and registration is first come, first served; contact Kay Mwanza, 515-294-0165, to register. Each day builds on the prior day, so registrants are asked to commit to attending all three days.

Confirm summer, fall teaching assignments, then submit course material requests

Faculty who will teach a summer session or fall semester 2025 course are asked to submit all materials needed for class -- textbooks, courseware, eBooks, course packets, subscriptions and supplies (Design, lab, protective equipment, technology, etc.) as soon as their teaching assignment is confirmed. Include courses for which there are no textbook requirements or when open educational resources (OER) will be used. These lists should be submitted to your department academic coordinator, or instructors can submit their own materials via Verba Collect. Contact Emma Hartman, 294-0362, with questions, or visit the ISU Book Store's Course Material Adoptions website. The bookstore team provides custom book lists to students after course registration. Published textbook and course material requirements are online.

For undergraduate courses, most required textbooks, eBooks, courseware and course packets will be part of Immediate Access ONE, a one-price, day-one access program where students receive their required books for one flat rate. For more information about this program, contact immediateaccess@iastate.edu.

Financial aid office announces annual award recipients

The office of student financial aid announced the recipients of its annual awards:

• 2025 Student Employee Supervisor of the Year (in partnership with university human resources): Lauren Schalinske, divisional communications lead, division of operations and finance
• 2025 Student Employee of the Year: Zara Babinat, senior in computer science, and shelter coordinator at Ames' Bridge Home, a non-profit organization and partner employer in Iowa State's student employment program (students work at a local non-profit as community service employees but are paid as ISU student employees)

2nd annual AI event is April 16

The Translational Artificial Intelligence Center team is hosting its second annual TrAC Day on Wednesday, April 16 (2-6 p.m., first floor of the Student Innovation Center). The free event includes a series of 5-minute flash talks from students, short presentations from industry collaborators about how they use AI in their work, student poster presentations about how artificial intelligence is being applied to various sectors such as agriculture and healthcare, and networking opportunities. Faculty, staff, students and the public are welcome. Register to receive more information closer to the event date.

Northbound Stange Road traffic will be detoured to Grand Avenue

The next phase of the work on Stange Road in the north part of campus will begin on Wednesday, April 2. Northbound traffic will be detoured east to Grand Avenue via 13th and 24th streets. Southbound traffic will continue to travel in the outside lane currently being used. This closure is required for the contractor to demolish the old road surface up to the center line. Access to University Village will be available, either via Blankenburg or Bruner drives (one of these entrances must remain open during this phase). The closure has required detours to three CyRide bus routes: #6 Brown, #14 Peach and #25 Gold, including closed and temporary bus stops. Weather-dependent, this phase of the work is expected to be completed by the first week of May. The detour to Grand Avenue will inconvenience many drivers, but this lane closure and detour is the only way the work can be completed safely. Map of detour.

Vet Med, Ag and Life Sciences colleges ranked sixth among U.S. peers

The College of Veterinary Medicine was 12th in the world and sixth among 33 U.S. veterinary schools in a 2025 ranking of best veterinary schools by the British higher education analytics firm, Quacquarelli Symonds (QS). Iowa State is the highest ranked Big XII school. 2025 marks the fourth straight year of the college's rise in the QS ranking, up from 13th overall and seventh among U.S. veterinary schools last year.

The College of Agriculture and Life Sciences also was ranked sixth among U.S. peers and 12th among global peer universities in the same QS rankings. 2025 marks the 12th consecutive year Iowa State's agriculture and forestry programs have been among the top 4% worldwide.

The QS organization's ranking measures academic and employer reputations and the number of times faculty research papers have been cited by other researchers.

Procurement services' Quote Desk has new email address

The Quote Desk in procurement services has a new email address: supplierservices@iastate.edu. Any emails sent to its previous addresses (quotesdsk@iastate.edu and quotedesk@iastate.edu) automatically will generate a bounce-back message with the updated contact information. The Quote Desk is how departments promptly and accurately can get answers to various supplier-related inquiries and documentation needs, for example, supplier notifications, change of address, bank notifications, updated W9 forms or certificates of insurance.

Anniversary calendar will honor impactful women in ISU history

To mark the 20th anniversary of its publication, the Carrie Chapman Catt Center's 2026 "Women Impacting ISU" calendar will feature women who left Iowa State before the first calendar was created. Any woman who graduated from or left employment with Iowa State before 2007 is eligible. Nominations of women not already widely recognized on campus for their contributions are especially welcome. Nominations are due by Sept. 28, and a campus vote will follow in early October to select the 2026 calendar honorees. Instructions and a link to the nomination form are on the Catt Center website.

ISU receives second Platinum Bell Seal for workplace mental health efforts

For the second year in a row, Iowa State University has been awarded the Platinum Bell Seal for Workplace Mental Health by Mental Health America, a community-based nonprofit dedicated to promoting mental health, well-being and illness prevention. Since 2019, the Bell Seal has recognized employers striving to create mentally healthy workplaces for their employees, and recognizes employer advances by awarding Bronze, Silver, Gold and Platinum seals. Just two in five employers meet the standards for Bell Seal certification. Iowa State underwent a rigorous evaluation of its policies and practices in four areas: workplace culture, benefits, compliance and wellness programs. Iowa State's Platinum certification reflects work in the following areas:

• Expansive employee growth opportunities.
• Competitive and mental health-friendly benefits packages.
• An emphasis on and commitment to work-life balance and employee well-being.

You're invited: Flag-folding ceremony on April 4 closes out LAS Week

To conclude LAS Week (March 31-April 4), Air Force ROTC Detachment 250 cadets will host an official flag folding ceremony on Friday, April 4 (5 p.m., central campus flagpole) to honor both our nation and the Iowa State community. Cadets in full-service dress will demonstrate the traditions and discipline of military service while emphasizing the connection between leadership, service and the diverse academic fields within the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. A speaker will share the traditions in the event as it happens. The university community is invited. Iowa State's military tradition dates back to the establishment of ROTC programs in 1919.