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10-23-2009 |
Led by Kylie McCarthy, a junior in child, adult, and family services, Iowa State University’s Senior Class Council will host talks for students preparing to transition to the work world, offer free treats, and pass out gifts to seniors, as part of Fall Senior Week, Oct 27-30.
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10-15-2009 |
Losing has never been an option for Elizabeth Brock. When the senior Iowa State University student failed to get her dream internship at Nike Inc., she refused to give up. Instead, she moved to Portland, Ore., and knocked on the very doors that were closed to her the year before.
Brock, a senior in... Read More |
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10-7-2009 |
Laying on the ground, palms slick with sweat, Ana-Paula Correia aimed, fired, and shot at her target. Hit. Reload. Aim, fire, shoot.
It wasn’t a role or an action Correia, an assistant professor in curriculum and instruction, was familiar with. But after agreeing to work with the Iowa Nati... Read More |
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10-6-2009 |
Grandmaster Yong Chin Pak walks purposefully through the throng of students practicing roundhouse kicks, at times correcting their movements or simply nodding his approval. Beads of sweat appear on the brows of Pak’s students, but no one seems ready for the lesson to end.
Later, the students ... Read More |
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10-6-2009 |
It’s been a bit of a rollercoaster ride for Tom Schrier over the past few years. What started as a summer job at a local theme park has led him through a master’s and doctoral degree to Iowa State University as a new assistant professor of hotel, restaurant, and institution management.
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10-6-2009 |
For Kere Hughes-Belding, teaching students from personal life experiences is just as essential as incorporating cutting-edge research into the classroom.
Hughes-Belding, an assistant professor in human development and family studies at Iowa State University, is ceaselessly looking for new ways to ... Read More |
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10-3-2009 |
John Schuh, distinguished professor of higher education, will serve as interim chair of educational leadership and policy studies, effective January 1, 2010, announced Pamela White, dean of the College of Human Sciences. Laura Rendón will step down as chair of educational leadership... Read More |
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9-26-2009 |
Corly Brooke, associate dean for undergraduate education, will lead the search committee for the next chair of educational leadership and policy studies, announced Pamela White, dean. Other committee members include: Dianne Bystrom, Larry Ebbers, Tara Fisher (support), Linda Hagedorn, Flo Hamric... Read More |
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9-22-2009 |
John Nash likes light bulbs. That is, he likes to see the moment when research and practice come together and “light up” - creating success for students, educational leaders, and organizations.
Nash, a newly-hired associate professor in educational leadership and policy studies (ELPS... Read More |
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9-21-2009 |
The Robert Noyce Scholarship program is designed to help recruit junior- and senior-level college students in majors related to science, technology, engineering, or mathematics
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9-17-2009 |
It may be just a crumb of bread, but to sufferers of celiac disease, eating that tiny crumb can make everyday living nearly impossible.
Avoiding the protein gluten, which is found in wheat, rye, barley and oats, can be a hassle for people with celiac disease. Normal tasks, like toasting a piece ... Read More |
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9-17-2009 |
On any given day, you can find Sam Beattie on his back underneath a conveyor belt in one of Iowa’s 350 food processing plants. Looking for pest and rodent infestations is one of his favorite parts of working as Iowa State University’s Extension food safety specialist, he’ll cheerfu... Read More |
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9-15-2009 |
If food tastes good, can it really be healthy? And if food is healthy, can it really taste good?
That paradox is exactly what Stephanie Clark, new associate professor of dairy and sensory evaluation in food science and human nutrition, aims to understand.
Clark, who came to Iowa State Univer... Read More |
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9-15-2009 |
Hundreds of students in Iowa State University College of Human Sciences learning communities volunteered to beautify the Iowa State campus on Friday, Sept. 11, as part of the United Way “Day of Caring.”
Approximately 300 first-year students registered to help –so they comprise... Read More |
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9-15-2009 |
Latrice Eggleston, a new assistant professor of higher education is no stranger to Iowa State University and the College of Human Sciences.
Before accepting a full-time faculty post, she served as a post-doctoral research associate working with Frankie Laanan, associate professor in educational ... Read More |
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9-14-2009 |
A series of forums designed to promote college-wide discussion on current issues will kick off with a forum on attracting and retaining students through to graduation. Tagged "Investing in our future: Attracting and keeping CHS students," the forum for faculty and staff in the College of H... Read More |
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9-9-2009 |
At first glance, literacy and technology seem to share little common ground. The former is a centuries-old objective of the classroom, the latter a resource that only recently arrived on the educational block.
But in the eyes of Amy Hutchison, linking the two concepts is a key to unlocking the po... Read More |
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9-9-2009 |
Growing up, Jay Alberts thought The Register’s Annual Great Bicycle Ride Across Iowa (RAGBRAI) was silly. After all, why would anyone want to ride a bike hundreds of miles through Iowa?
Twenty years later, Alberts credits the week-long event as a turning point in his research career. Alber... Read More |
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9-9-2009 |
Rebecca Tang wants to know about the way you travel – where you went, how you got there, where you stayed, and what you did. The new assistant professor in apparel, educational studies, and hospitality management (AESHM) is making it her job to better understand consumer choices in the hospita... Read More |
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9-8-2009 |
Ten years on the job and Sarah Brown Wessling of Johnston Community School District (Johnston, Iowa) has collected an impressive list of teaching awards. And now, the high school language arts teacher can add one more: 2010 Iowa Teacher of the Year.
“To me, the award says that I have c... Read More |
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9-2-2009 |
Flo Hamrick’s research focuses on issues related to equity and access for the underrepresented – but her work goes beyond papers and presentations to university outreach, where she works with a team to advance professional opportunities for female faculty.
Hamrick, an associate profe... Read More |
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9-2-2009 |
Sarah Francis approaches adult nutrition programming from a social marking standpoint – that is, she seeks to understand what an audience wants, what it actually needs, and then develops a program based upon that balance. Her favorite part? Modifying it to be the best, most useful ... Read More |
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8-31-2009 |
Eunjoo Cho will receive the Marjorie Joseph Scholarship for beginning doctoral-level students. Cho also earned the Sara Douglas Professional Promise Fellowship, as will master’s student Ashley Ratute. The ITAA will honor Ui-Jeen Yu with the Lois Dickey Fellowship to support complet... Read More |
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7-21-2009 |
Virgil Lagomarcino, professor and dean emeritus who served as founding dean of the former College of Education at Iowa State University from 1968 until his retirement in 1990, died this morning.
A memorial service will be held on Friday, July 24,at 3 p.m., at the First Baptist Church, 200 Lynn ... Read More |
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7-14-2009 |
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What started as a nickname for Christina Campbell’s incipient child is now the fitting title of a research study that holds the potential to impact millions of expectant mothers and their babies.
Campbell, an associate professor in food science a... Read More |
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7-14-2009 |
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The Department of Apparel, Educational Studies, and Hospitality Management (AESHM) is reaching out to industry leaders and educators across the country by introducing a new distance education version of its doctoral program in fo... Read More |
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6-22-2009 |
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Whether they’re pumping iron with an iPod or watching television while on a treadmill, a majority of America’s gym-goers are now “plugged in.”
Asked why they choose to tune in while working out, some ha... Read More |
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6-22-2009 |
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6-22-2009 |
Math - algebra in particular - may not be the favorite subject of students, but according to Anne Foegen, associate professor in curriculum and instruction, students’ success in the subject is vital to their future.
“Algebra often serves a gatekeeper function,” Foeg... Read More |
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6-16-2009 |
Twenty years ago, it rarely happened. Now, it’s become an all-too-common scene: A high school student who’s fed up with a meal or the lunch line opts for the offerings of a vending machine or a la carte line.
It’s a scenario that continually motivates Ruth Litchfield, associa... Read More |
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6-10-2009 |
Sara Kadolph, professor in apparel, educational studies, and hospitality management (AESHM), has been named the inaugural Donna R. Danielson Professor in Textiles and Clothing. Kadolph is the first professor to hold the endowed position.
The professorship was made possible by a bequest from the ... Read More |
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6-2-2009 |
“Simple exchanges can break down walls between us,” President Obama said. “I know stereotypes are out there, and many of them are informed not by direct exchange or dialogue. [But] young people can get rid of some of the old baggage and old suspicions.”
As a member of t... Read More |
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6-2-2009 |
This spring, two Iowa State kinesiology students are learning outside the classroom through internships with the Iowa Sports Foundation (ISF).
Seniors Marci Strandberg, community and public health, and Brianne Knutzen, community and recreation, both said that their internships are beneficial no... Read More |
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5-1-2009 |
The College of Human Sciences entrepreneurship studies showcase was held on April 30.The showcaseincluded 34 student/team entries including both start up business plans and business consulting projects. All students presented their entrepreneurialproposals to guest judging teams. Judges and entrepre... Read More |
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4-28-2009 |
For months, students have been pondering, planning, and practicing to make their business ventures a reality – and on April 30, their ideas will be featured at the fifth annual entrepreneurship studies showcase.
From cupcakes to tattoos, jewelry to event planning, 44 students enrolled in... Read More |
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4-16-2009 |
Eight students from Iowa State University’s food science and human nutrition (FSHN) college bowl team have clinched a spot in the 2009 Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) national competition with an impressive win at the regional competition held April 4 at the University of Wisconsin &nd... Read More |
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4-15-2009 |
Seven members of the College of Human Sciences faculty and staff will be honored at Iowa State University’s fall convocation and awards ceremony, on Sept. 21 at 3:15 p.m. in the Sun Room of the Memorial Union. A reception will follow. The event is open to the public.
Among those who wil... Read More |
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4-14-2009 |
“Nutrition is something that every human being is exposed to, so what better vehicle can be used to reduce the incidence of chronic disease,” said Matt Rowling, assistant professor in food science and human nutrition and a scientist in the Nutrition and Wellness Research Center.
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4-14-2009 |
Diabetes cases – and the numerous health risks that accompany them – are rapidly rising throughout the United States.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, of the nearly 25 million Americans afflicted, 90 percent have type 2 diabetes – the form linked t... Read More |
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4-13-2009 |
It’s no secret that Iowans produce – and eat – a lot of corn. It should come as little surprise, then, that an established Iowa State researcher is leading an effort to improve its nutritional content.
What’s more remarkable is how she’s doing it.
Pamela White, ... Read More |
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4-9-2009 |
Michael Benitez Jr., a doctoralstudent in educational leadership and policy studies (ELPS) at Iowa State University, is one highly sought-after and well-traveled student.
Thanks to his reputation as an engaging, insightful, and non-traditional lecturer, Benitez has visited five cities –... Read More |
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4-2-2009 |
As obesity and fad diets grip larger and larger portions of the United States, Iowa State University is turning to a Brit to help piece together the puzzle of the human appetite.
James Hollis, newly hired assistant professor of food science and human nutrition, began examining the processes of ... Read More |
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4-1-2009 |
It’s a good thing Leia Jackson wears running shoes. The senior in kinesiology and health is on the go from her first morning class to her last lap around the track. It’s a schedule that keeps her moving – literally.
Jackson, originally from Rapid City, S.D., is a sprinter on t... Read More |
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4-1-2009 |
Corey Drake, assistant professor in curriculum and instruction, is concerned with gaps – especially those related to education. Yet unlike so many educators and researchers who study the gap between schools with vital educational resources, such as high-quality teachers and technology, and t... Read More |
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3-17-2009 |
For more than 10 years, the Iowa State University Miller Faculty Development Fund has made possible the Miller Faculty Fellowships that support professors’ efforts to enhance undergraduate programs and create innovative curriculum.
The College of Human Sciences is well represented each y... Read More |
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3-16-2009 |
It’s really just a simple equation: More STEM educators equal more STEM-minded students. But in reality, increasing the number of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) instructors at all levels of the educational system is a problem facing Iowa schools and community colleges... Read More |
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3-16-2009 |
Iowa State University alum Jackie (Dycke) Norris was with Barack and Michelle Obama when they began campaigning in the backyards of Des Moines – and has remained with them as they settle into the White House.
Norris, who obtained her secondary teaching license through coursework in the C... Read More |
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3-13-2009 |
An expert on learning technologies, organizational effectiveness, and university change will headline activities designed to amplify discussions about the use of academic technology at Iowa State University, in April.George Siemens, associate director for research and development in the Learni... Read More |
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3-13-2009 |
An open forum with Pamela White, finalist for the position of dean of the College of Human Sciences, will be held Thursday, March 26, from 3:45 p.m. until 5 p.m., in 2019 Morrill Hall,as announced by Elizabeth Hoffman, executive vice president and provost. The forum also will also be web cast.
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3-10-2009 |
An ISU researcher credits the power of retail with helping some rural communities keep their heads above water amidst a flood of economic woes.
Linda Niehm, associate professor of apparel, educational studies, and hospitality management (AESHM), has long been interested in the vitality –... Read More |
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3-10-2009 |
Teacher education students recently met with metro-area school officials to get an inside look at the interview and hiring process of new teachers.
The day-long seminar has been a staple of each student’s pre-service experience as the graduating seniors venture out into classrooms of the... Read More |
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3-6-2009 |
Jose Gerde, a doctoral candidate in food science and human nutrition, has been invited to participate in an international science forum dedicated to solving problems that affect people worldwide.
Gerde is among 100 researchers selected to attend the 2009 BioVision.Nxt program, a compone... Read More |
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3-3-2009 |
An Iowa State University professor will deliver a private lecture and receive recognition for research relating to the technological inequities facing African-Americans during a College of Human Sciences luncheon at the Memorial Union on Tuesday, April 7.
Patricia Leigh, associate professor in ... Read More |
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2-26-2009 |
As food costs continue to rise and the purchasing power of the dollar falls, many Americans are looking for ways to meet their dietary needs while spending less.
Iowa State Extension to Families has answered the call by developing Spend Smart. Eat Smart., a new web site that shows consumers how... Read More |
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2-17-2009 |
"The World is neither flat nor round: The power of research paradigms," is now available in a Podcast from ISU Lectures. Gloria Ladson-Billings, Hilton Chair, presented the lecture to a group of university faculty, staff, and students on Thursday, Feb. 12, 2009 in the Memorial Union Sun Ro... Read More |
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2-14-2009 |
Tax cuts for higher education lead to brain drain and quash opportunities for people born into low-income families who are trying to get ahead — and the result is a permanent, under-educated lower class, according to a visiting experton the history of higher education, finance, access, and twe... Read More |
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2-11-2009 |
After cruising your office’s crowded parking lot in the hopes of finding a spot, you finally settle for the street curb and resign yourself to a five-minute walk. As you stride through the front door, you notice the elevator is out-of-order and head for the stairs.
Most of us see these as... Read More |
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2-11-2009 |
It takes just a glance at the tag of a T-shirt or khakis to realize that textiles and clothing is a global industry. But these labels provide only a limited glimpse into the international roots of nearly every garment on the market today.
Elena Karpova, assistant professor in apparel, educationa... Read More |
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2-11-2009 |
Americans face a grim start to 2009, struggling through another month of job cuts, housing foreclosures, and tighter budgets. The reality of these poor economic times have also hit the nation’s “land of plenty,” with extensive research by ISU faculty finding that Iowans have a hi... Read More |
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2-11-2009 |
Suha Soydan, a teacher at Private Bahcesehir Science and Technology High School, in Istanbul, Turkey, liked what he saw at Iowa’s Gilbert High School while participating in Iowa State University’s Turkish Student-Teacher Internship Project (TSTIP) last winter. Specifically, he liked ho... Read More |
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2-11-2009 |
Continuing a five-year tradition, three kinesiology and health students will travel to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia to represent Iowa State as the only Americans at the National Olympic Academy (NOA) conference on Feb. 14.
Rich Engelhorn, associate professor in kinesiology, serves as the faculty advi... Read More |
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2-3-2009 |
Over the weekend, students, alumni, faculty, staff, and friends of the College of Human Sciences gathered for reception and community outreach.
Jan. 31 marked an exciting win for the Iowa State women’s basketball team over Kansas State. Around 200 alumni and friends gathered in a pre-gam... Read More |
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1-28-2009 |
From stereotype deconstruction to the teaching of creative skills, rural community entrepreneurship to hospitality best practices, the Department of Apparel, Educational Studies, and Hospitality Management (AESHM) conducts research in many areas relating to societal well-being and development.
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1-26-2009 |
In the first of three college-wide diversity forums, students, faculty, and staff gathered to share ideas, concerns, and realistic approaches to achieving a more representative, balanced curriculum and environment within each department.
The forum, held on Wednesday, Jan. 21 was facilitated by M... Read More |
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1-22-2009 |
Call it a stitch in time. The craftsmanship of sewing, a timeless skill dating back centuries, is now on display in the Mary Alice Gallery of Morrill Hall.
From Jan. 20 to April 25, the apparel, education studies, and hospitality management (AESHM) department will showcase, “For homemaking... Read More |
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1-21-2009 |
Nobody likes a bully. Whether on the playground, in the classroom, or even in the workplace, bullies have been tormenting innocent individuals for decades. And now, bullies have a new environment to target victims – cyberspace – and one Iowa State expert is doing his part to stop the o... Read More |
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1-15-2009 |
Due to the weather, the Hilton Chair lecture, “The World is neither flat nor Round: The power of research paradigms,” by Dr. Gloria Ladson-Billings, has been postponed until Feb. 12, 2009. The Feb. 12 event will be held in the Memorial Union Sun Room at 6 p.m. For more information, pl... Read More |
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1-14-2009 |
Nancy Evans, a professor of higher education in educational leadership and policy studies, delivered the keynote address atthe "Digging Deeper"conference for college and university professionals, on Jan. 6 in Lincoln, Nebraska. In addition totheopening address, “Riding the Moving Tra... Read More |
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1-13-2009 |
Lori Patton, assistant professor of higher education in educational leadership and policy studies has been recognized for outstanding scholarship, by the Association for the Study of Higher Education’s Council on Ethic Participation (CEP). Patton received the association’s 2008 CEP Mildr... Read More |
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1-8-2009 |
A little help along the way never hurts. With that in mind, the Iowa State University College of Human Sciences is using funds from the Iowa Math and Science Education Partnership (IMSEP) to provide scholarships to deserving students majoring in math and/or science education.
IMSEP, a program est... Read More |
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12-9-2008 |
For some people, riding 4,000 miles and crossing 14 states on the seat of a bicycle would be a daunting task, but for Joe Ehrecke, senior in elementary education, it was yet another way to better ready himself for the career ahead.
A member of Pi Kappa Phi fraternity, Ehrecke first began prepar... Read More |
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12-9-2008 |
For small-town girl Mandy McStockard, life since coming to Iowa State University has been anything but minuscule.
A native of Whitten in northeastern Iowa, McStockard has had an abundance of experiences since beginning her education in hotel, restaurant and institution management. Whether serving... Read More |
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12-2-2008 |
Three women with College of Human Sciences ties have been recognized for demonstrating outstanding leadership at Iowa State University. Suzanne Hendrich, Julie Larson, and Emily Jensen are among the twelve "Women Impacting ISU," an honor given annually by the Carrie Chapman Cente... Read More |
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11-19-2008 |
Penny Rice knows women. From her degrees in women’s studies and psychology to her role as the Margret Sloss Women’s Center director, Rice has a profound understanding of the female gender. But, as she completes her dissertation in educational leadership and policy studies, she finds he... Read More |
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11-19-2008 |
The Department of Apparel, Education Studies and Hospitality Management (AESHM) welcomes Tianshu Zheng as an assistant professor of hotel, restaurant and institution management (HRIM). Zheng joined the ISU faculty in August, 2008.
Zheng comes to Iowa State with experience in the restaurant indus... Read More |
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11-17-2008 |
A dressrecognized for outstanding sustainable design at the International Textile and Apparel Association’s recent conference will be on exhibit at Iowa State University as part of a student's thesis show.Ling Zhang, graduate student in the ISU master's of family and consumer sciences program,... Read More |
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11-14-2008 |
For the third consecutive year, enrollment in Iowa State University’s College of Human Sciences (CHS) has gone up. After a slight dip in 2005 (when the College of Family Consumer Sciences and the College of Education combined), enrollment numbers again rose, and are now at an all-time high.
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11-5-2008 |
On a campus where the majority of students are Caucasian, it is likely that the majority of student leaders would also be Caucasian – but Terry Frazier doesn’t think it has to be that way.
The educational leadership and policy studies (ELPS) doctoral student is currently conducting... Read More |
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11-4-2008 |
The College of Human Sciences is pleased to welcome back Buddhi Lamsal as an assistant professor of food science and human nutrition. Lamsal, who spent two years at Iowa State as a post-doctoral research assistant in the food sciences area, recently returned to campus after working for two years a... Read More |
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11-2-2008 |
Three students in College of Human Sciences programshave received monetary prizes for postersoutlining their research on world food issues. The students presented their posters on campus, on Oct. 13, as part of the annual Norman Borlaug Lectureship Poster Competition.
CHS winners and their post... Read More |
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11-2-2008 |
Dayle Nickerson has agreed to serve as the learning communities coordinator for the College of Human Sciences. Nickerson, classification officer, has added serving as the college’s liaison to the university-wide learning communities office, to her list of responsibilities. Pamela White, inte... Read More |
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10-25-2008 |
The dean’s office is pleased to welcome four new staff members who support college-wide efforts.
Theresa Boettcher will serve as the administrative specialist that supports the dean, effective Nov. 3. Boettcher has served as an elementary school secretary at Ogden Community Schools for the ... Read More |
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10-21-2008 |
Lakshman Rajagopal has known he wanted to work with food since cooking with his mother as a youth in Bombay, India. However, it wasn't until his arrival at Iowa State that he found a place to blend his talent for science, his passion for cuisine, and his unique cultural perspective into a career... Read More |
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10-17-2008 |
When you log into your computer on Friday (Oct. 24), you may notice less clutter. Fewer file folders, to be exact.
"We are installing a new feature called 'Access-based Enumeration' that bolsters security and improves the look and feel of our file servers for the end user," said David Wa... Read More |
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10-17-2008 |
The Gerontology Colloquia series for fall semester has been announced by Peter Martin, professor in human development and family studies and director of the gerontology program. The colloquia are open to the university community.
Oct. 22
"Secrets of Longevity" video documentation, Peter ... Read More |
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10-13-2008 |
Providing a critical examination to issues of race and power in education– that’s Jessica Ranero’s definition of social justice. The education, leadership, and policy studies (ELPS) doctoral student is doing just that through her capstone research project with Ryan Gildersleeve, as... Read More |
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10-8-2008 |
Iowa State University faculty and graduate students will present their research on issues related to college-student success, at the joint conference of the Iowa Student Personnel Association and the Iowa Community College Student Services Association, on Oct. 14-15, in Des Moines. Iowa State pres... Read More |
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10-7-2008 |
College of Human Sciences students, families, friends and colleagues were entertained and challenged at a host of events held over the ISU Family Weekend, Oct. 3-5, and Monday.
Legacy migration. Iowa State University alumni brought their high school children to campus to visit as part of ISU&rs... Read More |
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10-2-2008 |
The Department of Curriculum and Instruction is pleased to welcome EunJin (EJ) Bang as a new assistant professor in science education. With research interests in improving retention rates of beginning science teachers and connecting them with experienced mentors in cyberspace, Bang brings with her... Read More |
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9-22-2008 |
The ISU dance program is facilitating six-week creative dance workshops designed to help youngsters find their creative voice through movement. The "Tuesday's Creations" workshops begin Sept. 30, in 196 Forker Building, with late afternoon sessions forchildren ages 4-6 running from 4:30 un... Read More |
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9-18-2008 |
Students, faculty, and staff are invited to attend a series offour seminarshosted by theC2IRCLE Consortium. Theseminars are aimed at promoting Cross-Curricular Inquiry Related to Community, Language, and Education. All four sessions will be held on a Thursday from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m.
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8-26-2008 |
In a country where the population is constantly evolving, one Iowa State professor is taking a closer look at a relationship between two of the most prevalent factors in this shift: education and religion.
Research by Joanne Marshall, assistant professor of educational administration, has been p... Read More |
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8-26-2008 |
It may look like an oversized black box from the outside, but inside, the technology of the new 3D body scanner surpasses anything else in the field of textiles and clothing design today – and it’s here at Iowa State.
Young-A Lee, a new assistant professor in apparel, educational studie... Read More |
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8-18-2008 |
A College of Human Sciences professor with an eye toward the future of entrepreneurship has been honored for her vision and achievement in scholarship, teaching and service.
Linda Niehm, associate professor of apparel, educational studies, and hospitality management, recently received the Rossm... Read More |
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8-1-2008 |
"I wanted to make the most of my time at Iowa State," said Steven Dillavou, a senior in kinesiology and health from Earlham, Iowa.As someone who has worked on research projects, devoted many hours to volunteer efforts, and played on intramural sports championship teams, it's easy to see that Dillavo... Read More |
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6-30-2008 |
The College of Human Sciences has established its first endowed professorship, the Virginia M. Gladney Professorship in Food Science and Human Nutrition, made possible by a bequest from the estate of ISU alumna Virginia Gladney.
"We are deeply grateful to Virginia Gladney for creating the ... Read More |
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6-30-2008 |
The College of Human Sciences has established the Donna R. Danielson Professorship in Textiles and Clothing, the first endowed professorship in the Department of Apparel, Educational Studies, and Hospitality Management (AESHM).
The professorship was made possible through a generous bequest by... Read More |
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6-24-2008 |
Pamela White, University Professor of food science and human nutrition, has been named interim dean of the College of Human Sciences, effective July 1.
The job is a familiar one for White. She served as interim dean of the former College of Family and Consumer Sciences from July 1,... Read More |
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6-20-2008 |
During the week of June 23, Iowa State University's Information Technology Services (ITS) is working with the College of Human Sciences Information Technology Services (CHS ITS) to take final steps to fully decommission the former CFCS Exchange Server (Ares). This action, which culminates several ... Read More |
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6-3-2008 |
Carla Peterson, a professor of early childhood education, has been named associate dean for research and graduate education in the College of Human Sciences. The three-year, half-time appointment begins July 1.
"Dr. Peterson is a perfect fit for this position as the College of Human Scienc... Read More |
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6-2-2008 |
Improving the quality of life for older people is the focus of an international conference that will highlight smart home technology at Iowa State University. The sixth annual International Conference on Smart homes and health Telematics (ICOST) is coming to the Scheman Building in Ames. The confe... Read More |
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5-27-2008 |
"I was one of the first Trim Kids," said Patsy Bratton, freshman in child, adult and family services and unofficial spokesperson for the child weight loss program, Trim Kids, in Iowa.
"[My pediatrician] heard about the program, and I had been struggling with my weight since the a... Read More |
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5-27-2008 |
An article written by Sara Marcketti has been cited as a “Highly Commended Award Winner” by the editorial team of Emerald Group Publishing and will be recognized at the Literati Network Awards for Excellence 2008. The recognition places the paperamongthe bestworks published in more tha... Read More |
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5-20-2008 |
Pammel Drive, Osborn Drive, and several parking lots will soon be closed to accommodate utility workfor the chemistry building. Facilities, Planning, and Management recently provided the College of Human Scienceswith a preliminary schedule for closings planned for the immediate area.
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5-19-2008 |
“I think it’s important to get an international perspective,” said Darrin VanderPlas, a junior in kinesiology. “You start to understand the world a little better and start to feel a little bit more connected.”
VanderPlas has had the opportunity to spread his Hum... Read More |
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5-16-2008 |
Alumni and friends visited the open house and program showcasing the College of Human Sciences on May 16, as part of Iowa State University’s Alumni Days.
Approximately 100 guests from the graduating class of 1958 came to catch up with other alums, tour labs, and see presentations on food ... Read More |
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5-16-2008 |
Gov. Chet Culver and Lt. Gov. Patty Judge recognized Iowa State University employees for participation in the Live Healthy Iowa (formerly Lighten Up Iowa) and the Culver/Judge 100 Day Health Challenge. Sally Barclay, a clinician in food science and human nutrition and director of the Nutrition Cinic... Read More |
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5-13-2008 |
Mimi Lee is in her first semester as an Iowa State professor but is already working toward improving the quality of high school history education programs. She hopes to enhance students’ experiences by transforming the traditional history textbook through the integration of primary histori... Read More |
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5-9-2008 |
Michelle Ihmels, who received her Ph.D. in kinesiology in December, has received the Karas Award for Outstanding Dissertation in the Behavioral Sciences from Iowa State University.
Ihmels' dissertation focuses on obesity in children. She designed and tested a tool for identifying children who are ... Read More |
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5-7-2008 |
The Board of Regents, State of Iowa, approved tenure and/or promotions for60 Iowa State Universityfaculty members on May 1. Of those, nine members of the College of Human Sciences faculty were approved for promotions and/or tenureeffective with the beginning of the 2008-2009 academic year. Thr... Read More |
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5-5-2008 |
Picking out new toys, playing with children, and watching their progress is all in a day’s work for Gayle Luze and Kere Hughes, two assistant professors in human development and family sciences (HDFS). It also part of their latest project funded by the U.S. Department of Education Institute of... Read More |
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5-5-2008 |
Human Sciences students have once again proven that they’re ready to do more than simply work for a business – they’re ready to run one.
The Department of Apparel, Educational Studies, and Hospitality Management (AESHM) hosted dozens of students, faculty and business owner... Read More |
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5-5-2008 |
Since its formation in 2005, the College of Human Sciences has focused on improving the quality of people’s lives – starting with its students. The college will continue this tradition by increasing scholarship funding for the 2008-2009 school year.
The college recently announced t... Read More |
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4-29-2008 |
Rebecca Luchtel, a senior in nutritional science from Spirit Lake, presented her research findings on the disease-fighting capacity of egg protein at the Experimental Biology Conference in San Diego, Apr. 4-9, 2008.
Luchtel has been working with egg-white protein since her sophomore year at Iowa... Read More |
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4-29-2008 |
The Iowa State Families Extension staff is helping to stem the tide of heart disease in women – and receiving national recognition for its efforts.
Ruth Litchfield, an assistant professorin food science and human nutrition, is leading the Families Extension staff in the implementation of th... Read More |
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4-29-2008 |
Don't miss the final installment of the 2008 C2IRCLE Consortium Spring Seminars Thursday, May 8 at 4 p.m. in the Barton Morgan Reading Room (N166 Lagomarcino Hall). The following presentations will be made by graduate students:
Ryan R. Kelly
"Aporia-triggered knowledge construction: The us... Read More |
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4-25-2008 |
The College of Human Sciences will be well represented at the university’s fall convocation and awards ceremony. The event will be held on Sep. 22 at 3:15 p.m. in the Sun Room of the Memorial Union. A reception will follow. The event is open to the public.
Among those who will recognized wi... Read More |
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4-21-2008 |
A College of Human Sciences student who never imagined herself in Ameshas joineda very exclusive company of Cyclones.
Maggie McManemin, a senior in dietetics and pre-medicine from Dallas, Texas, has been named one of five winners of the Wallace E. Barron All-University Senior Award. The award, crea... Read More |
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4-18-2008 |
ElevenCollege of Human Sciences students are among those in the Honors Program who will present posters about their research on Wednesday, Apr. 23, from 3:30 p.m. until 5:30 p.m. in the Great Hall of the Memorial Union. The event is open to the public.
The Honors Program challenges high-ability stu... Read More |
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4-18-2008 |
Jessica Hurst, assistant professor in apparel, educational studies and hospitality management, brought industry experiencewith her when she returned to her alma mater to teach students the ins and outs of textile and clothing merchandising.
Merchandising classes take into account management iss... Read More |
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4-15-2008 |
For the 20th consecutive year, Iowa State University has been awarded
training grants and contracts through the Iowa Department of Human Services (IDHS). Jacques Lempers, a professor in human development and family studies at Iowa State University, and director of the Child Welfare Project, has be... Read More |
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4-12-2008 |
Frosty weather kept some revelers away but hardier Iowa Staters enjoyed short lines for cherry pies during the VEISHEA 2008 celebration on Saturday.Chilled visitors were treated to warm welcomes, hearty food, and invigorating activities offered by College of Human Sciences groups and others from acr... Read More |
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4-10-2008 |
José Cabrales and Jason Pontius have been named fellows for the 2008 National Summer Data Policy Institute on the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) and National Science Foundation (NSF) databases. The Institute is June 8-15, 2008 at the William F. Bolger Center in Potomac, Mar... Read More |
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4-4-2008 |
A 28-year veteran of higher education, Susan Maude arrived at Iowa State in the summer of 2007. Since then, she has taught several classes and continued evaluating the professional development efforts of teachers and service providers who educate children with special needs. “We help faculty l... Read More |
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4-4-2008 |
An Iowa State professor is on a mission to teach students about the true nature of science – and is using history to help him do it.
Michael Clough, associate professor in curriculum and instruction, wants to increase students’ interest in scientific careers by dispelling their misc... Read More |
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4-4-2008 |
Byron Brehm-Stecher, assistant professor in food science and human nutrition, has some big ideas for his work with tiny particles. His latest research project will allow him to study the potential of using silver nanoparticles to improve the safety of the world’s food supply.
Although the par... Read More |
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4-4-2008 |
You are cordially invited to join the Family and Consumer Sciences Education faculty and students in celebrating the recognition of Iowa State University alum Andy Mogle as 2008 Iowa Teacher of the Year. Two events are planned: a no-host luncheon at the Joan Bice Underwood Tearoom in MacKay Hall, ... Read More |
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4-3-2008 |
Andy Mogle didn’t foresee a career in the classroom; his friends didn’t believe he was a teacher; but when he was offered a Family and Consumer Science (FCS) teaching position at Norwalk High School, it seemed like a natural fit.
And that fit - with students, curriculum, staff, and c... Read More |
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4-1-2008 |
"Together we are much stronger than when we try to work apart,” said Ryan Evely Gildersleeve, assistant professor in educational leadership and policy studies, who joined the faculty in 2007.
Gildersleeve’s main focus in research and teaching focus is critical qualitative methodolo... Read More |
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3-31-2008 |
Students from the College of Human Sciences with outstanding records of academic achievement and service were among those recognized by Iowa State University on Sunday, Mar. 30, at an event at Stephens Auditorium.
Margaret McManemin, a senior in dietetics, was one of five Iowa State students who r... Read More |
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3-5-2008 |
A biomechanics expert has been named to lead the Department of Kinesiology at Iowa State University. Philip Martin, professor of kinesiology at Penn State University, will serve as professor and chair of kinesiology at Iowa State, effective July 1.
Martin served as chair of kinesiology at Penn ... Read More |
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3-4-2008 |
John Schuh, distinguished professor in educational leadership and policy studies (ELPS), has beenselected as the book review editor for the Review of Higher Education (RHE) .
Schuh’s appointment comes after many years of experience in the book review and journal publication field. He is fini... Read More |
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3-4-2008 |
The department of kinesiology’s pre-physical therapy club students recently met and collaborated with students from the University of Iowa’s physical therapy program to learn about future learning opportunities.
“The University of Iowa visits every year and brings data about how ... Read More |
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3-4-2008 |
A longtime chair of the Department of Human Development and Family Studies is stepping away from his position and anational search for a new chair will soon be underway. Maurice MacDonald, who has served as professor and chair of human development and family studies since 1995, is returning to the f... Read More |
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3-3-2008 |
A recent grant from the Iowa Soybean Association will help an Iowa State professor study the impact of soy products on iron deficiency.
Manju Reddy, an associate professor in food science and human nutrition, will attempt to determine whether consuming soy foods increases a woman’s likeliho... Read More |
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2-27-2008 |
A former resident of Argentina and fluent speaker of Spanish is helping to promote learning of the world’s most frequently spoken language, Mandarin Chinese.
Marcia Rosenbusch, an adjunct associate professor and director of the National K-12 Foreign Language Resource Center (NFLRC) at I... Read More |
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2-20-2008 |
A series of studies on the elderly, exercise, and the influenza vaccine has not only created interest in the health community, but it has also led to a prestigious award. Principle investigator (PI) Marian Kohut, associate professor of kinesiology and immunobiology, has received the Dean’s R... Read More |
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2-20-2008 |
From biofuel economies in Iowa to food insecurity among American Indians, Craig Gundersen tackles new research projects on a regular basis. His years of work have paid off, as Gundersen was named as a recipient of the Dean’s Research Recognition Reserve Award from the College of Human Sc... Read More |
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2-20-2008 |
Marian Kohutand Craig Gundersenhave beenhonored for outstanding research, by the College of Human Sciences. Kohut received the Dean's Research Recognition Award. Gundersen received the Reserve award.
As top honoree, Kohut delivered the keynote address at a luncheon and award presentation for Colleg... Read More |
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2-12-2008 |
Apparel merchandising, design, and production students Allison Ledger, Iman El Khatib, Danielle Sponder, Mandy Meyer, and Fracesca Skwark have each received $5000 scholarships from the Young Men’s Apparel Association.
As part of the award, the students will have the opportunity to par... Read More |
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2-12-2008 |
While graduation may seem like months away, now is the time for students to take advantage of upcoming opportunities through the College of Human Sciences (CHS) Career Services to explore and find a job.
Carolyn Ersland, career services coordinator in CHS sees an open field of possibilities for r... Read More |
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2-12-2008 |
An Iowa State University professor has received a $495,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to improve the nutrition your body receives from your morning bowl of cereal.
Dr. Pamela White, a University professor in food science and human nutrition, received the grant to continu... Read More |
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2-11-2008 |
The 2008 C2IRCLE Consortium invites you to its second installment of its spring seminar series onThursday, March 6 at 4 p.m., in N121 Lagomarcino Hall with Corey Drake presenting “What Are You Teaching Our Children? Relationships Between Community and Curriculum.” The seminar is free and... Read More |
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2-11-2008 |
Two educators from Marshalltown's sister city of Villachuato, Michoacán, will discuss schooling in their rural community and the challenges they face,at a seminar that runs on Thursday, Feb. 21, from noon until 2 p.m. in N008 Lagomarcino Hall.
Monica Elodia Rojas Solis and Francisco Benjami... Read More |
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2-11-2008 |
An exhibitfeaturing textiles treasures and clothing history of Iowa State University will open with an event on Monday, Feb. 25, at 4:00 p.m., in the Textiles and Clothing Museum in Morrill Hall. The event is free and open to the public. Refreshments will be served at a reception outside the gallery... Read More |
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1-31-2008 |
An Iowa State University research team is studying how a field-grown food affects people's health.
A team led by Suzanne Hendrich, a professor in food science and human nutrition, is studying how eating flaxseed affects blood cholesterol levels. The new study focuses on flaxseed components, cal... Read More |
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1-31-2008 |
The 2008 C2IRCLE Seminar Series kick off is Thursday, February 7 at 4 p.m. in N121 Lagomarcino Hall when Lori Norton-Meier presents "Trying to Change My Practice is Like Going Through Menopause! A study of teacher learning while implementing the Science Writing Heuristic." The seminar is... Read More |
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1-30-2008 |
Cardiovascular disease (CVD) affects millions of Americans every year, and an Iowa State University professor is doing his part to fight it.
"Cardiovascular disease is the number one health crisis in the United States," said Warren Franke, associate professor in kinesiology. Franke and ... Read More |
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1-23-2008 |
President Bush has enlisted an Iowa State University professor to help teach Americans to better manage their personal finances. Tahira Hira, a professor of consumer economics, has accepted a position on the newly established President’s Advisory Council on Financial Literacy.
Hira wason... Read More |
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1-22-2008 |
The Nutrition and Wellness Research Center (NWRC) is ready to embark on a series of changes for the new year.
One of the biggest changes is the merging of the Center for Designing Foods to Improve Nutrition (CDFIN) and the NWRC. As one unit with locations on campus and at the Iowa State Uni... Read More |
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1-18-2008 |
Sven graduate students in the College of Human Sciences will have the opportunity to reach across borders, across seas, and collaborate with students from a different culture - without leaving campus.
Ana-Paula Correia, assistant professor, curriculum and instruction, has created a research expe... Read More |
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12-19-2007 |
Artwork by traumatized teens from the Iowa Juvenile Home is on display in rooms N131 and N137 of Lagomarcino Hall until the end of January. The exhibit, entitled "Trauma Reflected in Art," is facilitated by faculty members in curriculum and instruction.
The traveling show is made up of wo... Read More |
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12-19-2007 |
When can a baby eat solid foods? How do you know when a baby has an ear infection? eXtension’s new online resource, Just in Time Parenting, provides round-the-clock access to information and experts. Month by month as baby grows, parents can find out what they need to know about each... Read More |
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12-18-2007 |
Growing up with a self-described "international multicultural background" College of Human Sciences' recent graduate Cynthia Yoon has excelled despite only seeing her immediate family once a semester.
After spending the first ten years of her life in the Midwest while her parents fi... Read More |
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11-27-2007 |
If you only publish your research in the journals, it won’t turn into policy, warned a visiting professor, while speaking to students, faculty and staff on the Iowa State University campus, on Nov. 26.
Policymakers don’t take the time to read 20-page papers, said Anne Petersen, a p... Read More |
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10-30-2007 |
The search committee for a new chair of kinesiology is seeking nominations for the position. Send names and contact information for nominees to Tara Fisher. Jerry Thomas, who has served as chair of the department since 1998, will retire in June. Committee members include Jackie Blount (chair), Tim D... Read More |
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10-30-2007 |
Take advantage of the opportunity to gain knowledge and skills in working with parents and their children this spring through the Partnering with Parents course.
This nationally award-winning program taught by Kimberly Greder, associate professor of human development and family studies, focuses on ... Read More |
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10-30-2007 |
The campus community is invited to an open house and art walk to celebrate a new work of art that celebrates the College of Human Sciences, on Wednesday, Nov. 7 from 3:30 until 5:30 in E262 Lagomarcino Hall.
"Spectral Interaction 1, 2, 3," a sculpture by fiber artist Priscilla Sage, will... Read More |
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10-22-2007 |
A television crew interviewed Ken Prusa and Larry Johnson on Friday for Robert Kenner, an Emmy Award winning director who creates programs for American Experience and other PBS series.
Prusa demonstrated how he measures both the pH and color of meat in the sensory evaluation lab. Johnson demonstra... Read More |
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10-22-2007 |
An upcoming education summit coordinated by Iowa State University is generating statewide interest. State legislators, officials from the Iowa Department of Education, researchers, school administrators, teachers, and business leaders have reserved a place at the table to probe schooling's uncertain... Read More |
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10-16-2007 |
Six student winners were selected from among the 18 who presented research on world food issues at the Borlaug poster competition on Monday evening in the Memorial Union.
Winners in the graduate student competition are: first place, Rebecca Lukac, food science and human nutrition-nutrition, &ldq... Read More |
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10-12-2007 |
The University Teacher Education Program hosted the annual External Advisory Committee (EAC) meeting on September 20, 2007 at the Nutrition and Wellness Research Center. EAC provides vision and direction to the expansive program and members serve as a sounding board on curriculum and policy related ... Read More |
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10-8-2007 |
A trio of paintings that illustrate the College of Human Sciences and its roots were hung in MacKay Hall this morning. The works, by Iowa artist Sue Cornelison, were designed to illustrate the interconnected disciplines and overarching values of people in the College of Human Sciences.
“Expan... Read More |
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10-1-2007 |
Philip Nelson, the 2007 World Food Prize Laureate, will deliver a short presentation and lead a campus-wide open forum on Tuesday, Oct. 16, at 2:40 p.m. in 1951 Food Sciences Building. Nelson is recognized for developing technologies that support large-scale storage and long-distance transport of ac... Read More |
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9-24-2007 |
A student-run health promotional effort to boost the physical activity of Iowa State University employees is finding its second wind. What began as a pilot project in the College of Human Sciences last year is on track to go university-wide in October.
The first 500 ISU employees who register to p... Read More |
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9-11-2007 |
The College of Human Sciences Student Services and the University Teacher
Education Program will host an open house Thursday, Sept. 13th, to showcase their programs and MacKay Hall renovations of rooms 0131 and 0133. The event is open to the public.
Named in honor of a major donor, the Sally Rapp ... Read More |
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8-21-2007 |
The faculty and staff of the College of Human Sciences offer a warm welcome to four new staff members who began work thissummer.
Jennifer Poorman provides support for Tom Andre, associate dean for research and graduate education. Poorman works with faculty development grant programs... Read More |
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8-11-2007 |
A team of Iowa State University students finished fourth in a national food product development competition coordinated by the Institute of Food Technologists Student Association on Aug 1 at the IFT annual meeting in Chicago. Six teams made the finals and competed by coming up an original idea for a... Read More |
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7-11-2007 |
Nana Osei-Kofi, an assistant professor in educational leadership and policy studies, has been named academic director for international experiences in the College of Human Sciences.She assumed the newly created position on July 1.
Osei-Kofi studies higher education with a critical focus on gend... Read More |
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5-21-2007 |
A specialist in educational technology and school administration has been selected to lead the educational administration programs at Iowa State University. Scott McLeod, has been named an associate professor in educational leadership and policy studies, effective August 16.
McLeod, who has served ... Read More |
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5-11-2007 |
Experts on resistant or slowly digestible starch traveled from around the globe to discuss the carbohydrate's affects on health, this week at a symposium hosted by the Nutrition and Wellness Research Center at Iowa State University in Ames.
Researchers say that eating foods that contain foods with ... Read More |
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5-2-2007 |
Three scholars in educational leadership and policy studies were honored at the joint conference of the American College Personnel Association and the National Association of Student Personnel Administrators, held in April.
Laura Rendón, professor and chair of educational leadership and poli... Read More |
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5-1-2007 |
Four teams involving Human Sciences faculty and staff will receive Miller Faculty Fellowships to enhance undergraduate student learning.
Equipping science learners. Joanne Olson and Michael Clough, both in curriculum and instruction, will purchase science laboratory equipment to use in several scie... Read More |
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5-1-2007 |
An internationally recognized scholar and two outstanding student leaders will be featured along with hundreds of graduating students in the College of Human Sciences Graduation Celebration on Friday.
The event, which is open to the public, begins at 4:30 p.m. in C.Y. Stephens Auditorium. Audience... Read More |
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4-21-2007 |
Helping to kick off Iowa State's year-long 150th birthday celebration, College of Human Sciences students, faculty and staff offered up a host of activities at the annual VEISHEA celebration. Alumni and visitors were treated to high-tech discovery, mind-boggling brain teasers and Cyclone hospitality... Read More |
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4-18-2007 |
Be sure to see the "Preserving the Past, Designing the Future: Textile and Clothing Traditions at Iowa State University" exhibit at the spanking new Textiles and Clothing Museum in freshly renovated Morrill Hall. The exhibit is open to the public on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, Apr. 20-22,... Read More |
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4-2-2007 |
Undergraduate students with grade point averages among the top 2% in their respective colleges were among those honored at Iowa State’s Scholars and Leaders awards ceremony, on March 25. Students among the top 2% in the College of Human Sciences include:
Ashley Aamodt, senior in child, adult... Read More |
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4-2-2007 |
Two Iowa State education programs have been ranked among the top 20 public programs in the nation, according to the latest graduate and professional school rankings by U.S. News and World Report magazine.
Iowa State's higher education administration program is ranked 13th and the counseling/personn... Read More |
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3-27-2007 |
The 25th annual Textiles and Clothing Fashion Show will draw thousands to Stephens Auditorium on March 31 to watch the showcase of original pieces designed and produced by fashion students.
To celebrate the anniversary, the theme of the runway show is �Reflect�. The show will be a nod to the hi... Read More |
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3-19-2007 |
An Iowa State University administrator has been cited for contributing to the success of an award-winning, multi-state program that delivers distance education. Warren Madden, vice president for business and finance, will receive the Friend of Great Plains IDEA Award from the Great Plains Interactiv... Read More |
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3-13-2007 |
Dear Faculty and Staff:
On behalf of Dean Achterberg and the College, I am pleased to announce that Sarah Carlson has accepted the position of Sponsored Program Coordinator, effective March 14. Sarah has been very successful in the role of support staff for the Associate Dean for Research and Gradu... Read More |
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3-2-2007 |
Dear Students, Colleagues and Friends,
With great sorrow we share the sad news that Paula Gmelch was the victim of a tragic car-pedestrian accident yesterday afternoon. A news story about the accident appears in the San Francisco Chronicle.
Paula was known to and loved by many people from the form... Read More |
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1-16-2007 |
Continuing challenges in minority student recruitment and retention will be examined in an upcoming open discussion hosted by the College of Human Sciences Diversity, Equity and Community Committee. The seminar, the first in a series, is Thursday, Feb. 1, 4-5:30 p.m. in 331 Palmer. Students, faculty... Read More |
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Three public policy in foodservice experts will deliver lectures in June.
Gene White, MS, RD
Former Director of California Child Nutrition Programs, Past President of the American School Food Service Association
June 14, 2005
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Susan Roberts, JD, MS, RD
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Undergraduate Human Sciences students are being treated to free t-shirts that promote the new college.
Students can stop by 124 MacKay between 1-5 p.m. on Friday, Monday, or Tuesday to pick up a shirt. The tees will be the dress of choice at the Human Sciences picnic on Wednesday. For more informat... Read More |
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No need to walk several miles to take a campus tour. You can see Iowa State's most treasured sites and traditions all within a 20-foot radius.
From a miniature model of Lake LaVerne, complete with algae and feathered swans, to tailgating Bob's portable toilet, commical cardinal and gold miniatures ... Read More |
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Poster Topic: World Food Issues
Prizes: $100, $75 and $50 for both undergraduate and graduate student competitions with funds provided by the Colleges of Agriculture and of Human Sciences. The winners will be named after Dr. Foege�s lecture at 8:00 pm in the Sun Room, Memorial Union.
Poster Disp... Read More |
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Sabor Latino (English translation: Latin Flavor) was the theme for a celebration that featured salsa music and cuisine like arroz con habichuelas o frijoles, tinga poblana, and plantano amarillo conqueso, and besitos de coco.
The fiesta for students, faculty and staff was sponsored by the Latino He... Read More |
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PreK-12 educators from across the state came together at Iowa State University on Saturday to celebrate the state's outstanding schools, teachers, administrators, staff and school boards.
Families, friends, and alumni enjoyed tailgate fare, great company, a visit from Cy, Cyclone spirit, and the IS... Read More |
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An Iowa State University graduate student will receive a $25,000 bonus for serving as an inspirational teacher who exemplifies the best in professional practice and leadership. Kendra Naef, a student in Iowa State�s family and consumer sciences education program, has been presented with a Milken N... Read More |
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Cheryl Achterberg, dean of the College of Human Sciences, kicked off a fundraiser to support childcare for children of Iowa State University students, on Tuesday.
As part of the �Fowl Play� fundraiser, launched by the University Child Care Committee, Cy handed over a nest of baby Cy�s to Acht... Read More |
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College of Human Sciences students, faculty and staff are mourning the death of Paul Flakoll, professor of food science and human nutrition and director of the Center for Designing Foods to Improve Nutrition. Flakoll died December 17, following a battle with cancer.
Flakoll joined Iowa State Univer... Read More |
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The dean's office will provide travel grants up to $500 per fiscal year to tenure-line junior faculty for each of the first three years of their appointments.
These travel grants are specifically to support travel for paper presentations or travel for conducting research.
To request funding, submi... Read More |
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Jessica Russell will present her research, on physical therapy for people with Parkinson's disease, to legislators at the state capitol this month.
Russell is studying conventional physical therapy procedures, designed to improve stability in people with Parkinson's disease, as part of her Honors P... Read More |
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An Iowa State student has received an award of $1,000 for continuing research. Jaya Halepete, a graduate student in textiles and clothing, was presented with the Lois Dickey Fellowship, an award annually given to a graduate student with a good academic background and a demonstrated ability to contri... Read More |
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Jeannie Sneed, a professor of hotel, restaurant, and institution management, has recently received the Silver Friend of Nutrition Award. This honor is annually presented by the FAME awards committee, a group of previous award-winners involved in the field of nutrition education.
Sneed received the ... Read More |
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Iowa State University's College of Human Sciences has a new career services coordinator. Carolyn Ersland has served as a career counselor at Northwestern University in Illinois for the past three years.
After obtaining her bachelor's degree in Psychology from the University of Iowa in 1996, Ersland... Read More |
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If you were one of the fifty million people watching the opening ceremonies of the 2006 Olympic Winter Games, odds are good that you saw a graduate of Iowa State University�s college of Human Sciences. Nawal El Moutawakel, the first African woman to become an Olympic gold medalist and a 1988 gradu... Read More |
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When Matt Belin was in high school, he had no idea he would ever succeed in getting a college education. �College wasn�t an option for people like me,� he said.
�In my high school, if you went to college you either had academic skills or parents that had prepared for college� only a hand... Read More |
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Iron deficiency disorder is the most widespread nutritional disorder in the world. A large portion of the world�s maize-dependent population is afflicted with diseases stemming from iron deficiency every year. An Iowa State professor is trying to change that.
Making strides toward defeating iron ... Read More |
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The changes noted in the following announcement do not effect those in the Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition and the Department of Health and Human Performance, who are supported by departmental computer support staff.
Human Sciences computer services will make a change to the web site... Read More |
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Laptop computer checkout is no longer available through the computer lab in 108 MacKay. Instead, laptops can be checked out from the Center for Technology in Learning and Teaching�s main lab in N031 Lagomarcino. The change extends the hours that students can check out equipment and increases effic... Read More |
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More than 150 hotel, restaurant, and institution management students, HRIM alumni, and hospitality industry professionals gathered at the West Des Moines Marriott for the second annual HRIM industry networking event on February 20.
The event provided an opportunity for HRIM students to talk with in... Read More |
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The floor of the Indian Ocean began to move in a way the Earth had not seen for a century on December 26, 2004; a magnitude nine earthquake erupted into a horrific tsunami. Over a year has passed since the devastation of the earthquake and tsunami; yet, an "after-shock" is still being felt... Read More |
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With nearly one third of Americans considered overweight or obese, the U.S. is ranked among the world's heaviest populations. Obesity leads to increased risk for disease and health concerns, like heart disease, diabetes, and cancer.
Sanjay Gupta, senior medical correspondent for CNN, wants to chang... Read More |
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Students in the health and human performance program at Iowa State University are helping Iowans as part of a service learning initiative. A foundation exercise sport class is encouraging students to serve the community by making it part of their coursework. The program was given a test run this pas... Read More |
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"Another terrific show � what a tremendous way to showcase the efforts of these students," Iowa State University President Geoffrey said in a short speech during intermission of the 'Pulse' fashion show, this Saturday.
The show is put on annually by students in the textiles and clothing... Read More |
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View photo galleries from the Veishea celebration:
Health and human performance lab tour.
Behind the cherry pie sales.
More photos.... Read More |
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The Health and Human Performance Laboratories have recently been given a renovation and new equipment, and are now up and running at their new location in the Forker Building. An open house was given during Veishea week. Many of the labs are newly outfitted with updated technology.
The Biomechanics... Read More |
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The faculty approved the first statement of desired outcomes for students of the College of Human Sciences.
The new statement melds the outcomes of the College of Education and the College of Family and Consumer Sciences, which combined on July 1. The proposal, brought forward by the Outcomes Commi... Read More |
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An Iowa State University study suggests that overweight women choose to exercise at a higher exertion level than their normal weight counterparts, and thus find workouts more strenuous and less enjoyable.
The study by Panteleimon Ekkekakis, an associate professor in health and human performance, an... Read More |
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Sylvester Upah � who prefers to be called Sly � describes IT as "the enabler for students and faculty to acquire, integrate and process information they need to be successful in their work. It�s my job to ensure that everything including the computer, software and the server is running sm... Read More |
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The weekly practices and pretend buzzing paid off for an Iowa State University team of food science and human nutrition students when they won the 2006 Institute of Food Technologists Student Association (IFTSA) College Bowl Competition, Midwest region. The competition was hosted by the University o... Read More |
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A textiles and clothing expert will return to Iowa State University to lead the Department of Apparel, Educational Studies, and Hospitality Management (AESHM). Grace Kunz, an associate professor of textiles and clothing, will serve as interim chair of the department, effective immediately.
Kunz ser... Read More |
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A College of Human Sciences staff member has been promoted to supervise the college's student services area. Michele Lee will serve as director of Human Sciences Student Services effective immediately. Lee will add the leadership responsibilities to her current duties as the college's academic advis... Read More |
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Nine members of the College of Human Sciences faculty and staff were among those honored by President Gregory Geoffroy at the University Convocation and Awards Ceremony this afternoon. More.... Read More |
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The state educators of the year were honored during halftime of the Cyclone-Panther football game, as part of Educators Day festivities on Saturday.... Read More |
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Entrepreneurship is a process of creating value by bringing together a unique package of resources to exploit an opportunity, says visiting scholar Michael Morris. The entrepreneurship expert presented a lecture titled, "The Importance of Being Entrepreneurial in Today's Changing University Env... Read More |
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McNair Scholars Yolanda Coil, Ashley Ratute and Simone Rainey create their own opportunities in life in the College of Human Sciences.
The Human Sciences undergraduate students are preparing for successful graduate school experiences in the McNair Program. "The program gives me direction [in m... Read More |
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A computer server administrator has joined the staff of the College of Human Sciences. Mike Schmidt is now a system support specialist, said Sly Upah, information technology manager. The appointment began on September 19.
Schmidt will serve as the primary administrator for computer servers, and wil... Read More |
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From the ribbon-tying on July 1, 2005 to the finals of a college bowl competition in June 2006, the innaugural year of the College of Human Sciences was full of decisions that chart the college's direction, programs that win national awards, and students, alumni, faculty, and staff efforts that help... Read More |
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The College of Human Sciences has a new computer lab manager. Keith Swanson coordinates the staffing, equipment, software, and scheduling for labs in 108, 113, and 307 MacKay Hall as well as 2311 Food Sciences Building.
Swanson, an audio/video technician, has managed computer labs for the Departmen... Read More |
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A ceremony to honor Iowa State University's Iraq casualties, including the brother of a College of Human Sciences student, will be held in the Memorial Union on Friday, Nov. 10, at 4 p.m.
Eric Woods attended Iowa State University from 1997 until 1999. Eric was the brother of Amy Woods, a junior in ... Read More |
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Yesterday, the Iowa State University Faculty Senate unanimously approved the Department of Health and Human Performance's proposal to change its name to the Department of Kinesiology, pending review by the Board of Regents, State of Iowa. "Kinesiology means the study of human movement and physi... Read More |
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Instructors who will be teaching in Spring 2007 are encouraged to email their syllabi to Karla Embleton, CHS Online Course Coordinator, for inclusion in the College Course Portal at http://www.classweb.hs.iastate.edu/Fall06classweb.asp.
When sending syllabi, please indicate whether the course web s... Read More |
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Human Sciences departments, centers, programs, and activities will be showcased at the VEISHEA celebration on Saturday, April 21. Interactive displays will be clustered on central campus in a huge tent hosted by the College of Human Sciences. The festivities will kick off the year-long observation o... Read More |
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A human rights activist, an educator of children with special needs, an up-and-coming leader in dietetics, and a trilingual premedicine student will be highlighted along with 268 graduating Human Sciences students at commencement events on the Iowa State University campus this weekend.
Carlie Tar... Read More |
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Guor Marial is a sophomore in health and human performance at Iowa State University. He arrived in the United States as a refugee when he was 16 years old. This story describes his account of events that eventually led him to the Iowa State campus.
Guor Marial was 14 years old in 1999 when Sudanes... Read More |
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