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Belgian Shepard Zak is trained as an explosives detection dog also capable of tracking missing people or items. With his handler, ISU officer Solomon Farner, Zak will help secure venues prior to large events like concerts and athletic contests.

Student counseling services' Michelle Roling is nearing her 25th year at Iowa State, and the assistant director of outreach doesn't stop finding ways to connect students in need with the right resources.

At a March 24 ceremony, 25 employees from across the university received the Professional and Scientific Council's CYtation Award for their outstanding work and contributions during calendar year 2025. New in the lineup this year is the Outstanding Supervisor CYtation Award.

Construction resumed this week on the street widening project in front of the Veterinary Medicine campus. Phase 1 of the two-summer project was done last year; phase 2 is scheduled for completion by Aug. 21.

Distinguished Professor in Liberal Arts and Studies Matt DeLisi is a new fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science. The association is honoring him for his contributions to criminal justice.

As has been the case the last few years of this annual giving day, the goal is to increase the number of donors making gifts, whether they're longtime or first-time supporters of Iowa State.

President David Cook took his 100-day listen and learn campaign to his first President's Council gathering March 24, asking college and department leaders to respond to a set of aspirational questions.

A 50-yard section of 1905-era utility tunnel, running along the west side of Beardshear Hall, will be replaced this spring and summer. Next month, work also begins on a second project to replace the Beardshear roof. The two projects will limit pedestrian paths in the vicinity.

Aerospace engineering graduates can stand out in the workplace with a private pilot license in addition to their degree. Completing ground school -- available to all students -- is one of two key elements to securing a license.

A grant-funded campuswide online gaming platform will expand on the growing efforts to encourage undergraduates to take advantage of high-impact experiences that connect directly to career skills.

The dashboard provides a general overview of the cost of course materials grouped by type and cost category. It can filter data to a specific course to see the student cost during the previous year and provides information on cost by college, program and course levels.

When the Lake LaVerne restoration project gets underway in May, it will include several features -- amphitheater, pedestrian bridge and perhaps a small outdoor classroom -- made possible by private gifts and intended to expand the community's use of the lake site.

So far this winter, 36 foals have been born in the horse barns on the north side of campus. An anticipated 80 foals will be born on campus by June. Student employees are bestowing names on the newborns inspired by country musicians.

Iowa State's president plans to meet with Faculty Senate leadership regularly. Also, the senate office will have a new home next week.

With the initial April 24 deadline looming for compliance with federal digital accessibility mandates, here's a quick reminder about how employees should be preparing. Remember, the accessibility requirement applies not just to new digital materials, but previous materials that remain available to the public or receive frequent updates.

Inside highlights several America at 250 campus events between now and the end of spring semester.

A review team from the Higher Learning Commission, Iowa State's accrediting body, will be on campus March 30-31.Students, faculty and staff will have three open forum opportunities to meet with the review team and share how their work supports Iowa State's mission and supports one of the four HLC accreditation criteria.

At the Professional and Scientific Council's March 5 meeting, provost Jason Keith provided an update on several review projects underway in the academic affairs division.

Leveraging a 30-year relationship, Iowa State is pursuing an agreement with the American Farm School in Greece to establish a partner location in the city of Thessaloniki.

Krysta Steckelberg is serving as executive assistant to President David Cook. She joined the staff in the president's office on Feb. 25.