Iowa State University’s Science Bound program honored for inspiring STEM
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Today, the Science Bound program at Iowa State University was honored for inspiring and encouraging a new generation of underrepresented students to enter the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics — STEM.
Science Bound received a 2018 Inspiring Programs in STEM Award from INSIGHT Into Diversity magazine, a publication that focuses on diversity and inclusion in higher education. The honor recognizes Science Bound as a model for other institutions.
Season of success for summer internships
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Nearly 400 College of Human Sciences students are using this summer to gain knowledge, skill, and experience in their field through an internship. Internships, student teaching placements and other practicums are essential to the learning process at Iowa State, whether they are close to campus or around the world.
Accountability sessions give ISU student startups time to set benchmarks, course-correct
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Ryan True is one of 20 students and alumni participating this summer in CYstarters, a 10-week accelerator program that provides the funding, resources, and accountability to grow business startups. True's business, Full Circle Wellness, aims to help older adults stay healthy.
Garments designed by Iowa State students improve quality of life for people with disabilities
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Garments designed this spring by Iowa State University apparel, merchandising, and design students in Ellen McKinney’s creative design processes class are making life a little easier for children, fellow students, and relatives with disabilities.
Brain activity, reactivity help explain diabetics’ negative feelings and risk for depression
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For millions of Americans who are obese and living with diabetes or prediabetes, feelings of sadness, anger and anxiety are often part of daily life. A new Iowa State University study suggests those negative feelings may stem from problems regulating blood sugar levels that influence emotional response in the brain.
Checking out STEM at the local library
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Ames families can soon go to the library to check out kits made by Iowa State University students that contain hands-on activities aimed at teaching young children more about science, technology, engineering, mathematics (STEM), and literacy.
College of Human Sciences to recognize graduating seniors at spring convocation
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The Iowa State University College of Human Sciences will recognize the accomplishments of nearly 650 graduating students in a series of events on May 4 and 5.
Iowa State University to offer master’s degree for dietitians
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A new master’s degree at Iowa State University will allow registered dietitians to earn their graduate degrees ahead of the national deadline of Jan. 1, 2024, while advancing their knowledge and competitiveness in the field.
Studying abroad inspires student’s winning fashion show collection
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A collection of garments designed by Katrina Pedrick, "On the Fringe," took Best in Show at The Fashion Show 2018 at Iowa State University. Pedrick’s collection was among more than 125 student-designed garments featured at the show, which is one of the largest student-run fashion shows in the nation.
Fashion show at Iowa State features athletic wear, garments inspired by Greece
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Sarah Waigand's collection of activewear and Katrina Pedrick's collection inspired by her trip to Greece are among more than 125 student-designed garments that will be featured April 14 in The Fashion Show at Iowa State University.