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Reinventing how Navy ROTC midshipmen see seas and ships
Two deadly U.S. Navy collisions in 2017 reinforced the need for better seamanship training. Iowa State Navy ROTC now uses virtual reality to train future naval officers on ship handling fundamentals.
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Setting a standard for security
A deadly threat you cannot see or measure. Inspired by the challenge, Sam Houk, professor of chemistry, revolutionized the tools to quantify elements that were once immeasurable. That innovation enabled scientists to discover lead poisoning in Flint, Michigan.
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Women’s Alliance for Cybersecurity
A new student organization is breaking down stereotypes and empowering women to enter the world of cybersecurity.
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Two LAS alumni achieve highest honors
Two LAS alumni received special recognition for their accomplishments and history of support for LAS and Iowa State.
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LAS young alumni, students and faculty recognized with ISU Alumni Association awards
LAS alumni, faculty and students raised the bar recently for awards. Learn how they are making an impact on and off campus.
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LAS Update
Chemistry discovery advances medical technology, LAS alumna wins Pulitzer Prize, student-produced technology adds convenience for aged population. These stories and a sample collection of others are captured in our news update.
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Why is weather so hard to predict accurately?
This is a supplement to the story Cyclones in the Forecast. It is a common mystery that elicits complaints and questions — why does the weather forecaster in the media sometimes get it wrong? Maybe “chance of showers” turned into […]
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A legendary learning environment
Jane Cox, professor of music and theatre, engages Iowa State University students in the performing arts, both in the classroom and on the stage.
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Creating communities in STEM
Mathematics student Anna Steffensmeier will apply a diverse range of learning environments to her career educating and inspiring students in STEM.
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Cyclones in the forecast
As storms sweep across a landscape, forecasters have mere minutes to predict their direction and intensity — and to issue warnings to the public. To meet the extreme time constraints, they need the latest meteorological tools — tools developed by […]
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An appetite for research at the Saturday breakfast club
Every Saturday morning, Iowa State students wake up early for data sets and donuts. A unique breakfast club focused on undergraduate economics research is helping students develop research skills, determination and persistence.
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LAS Update
Innovations in fighting disease, a new look at addiction, historical food supply, and more.
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Honoring Alumni
Do you know LAS alumni who continue to make an impact? Nominate them for an award.
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A letter from the Dean
LAS Dean Beate Schmittmann highlights recent college news.
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LAS offers new data science minor
As demands for data scientists rise, students can prepare for a great career with LAS.
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2017 LAS Alumni Awards
LAS alumni were honored for their significant personal and professional achievements at an October awards ceremony in Ames.
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Big data, big opportunities
With tenacity, smarts, and a little help from trusted professors, Kate McClintock is taking her computer science degree to the next level.
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A message from the Alumni Director
LAS alumni relations director Kim McDonough shares an inspiring email she will never forget.
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Understanding big data
Hridesh Rajan creates solutions for scientists navigating the ever-expanding world of data-driven research.
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LAS news update
The largest gift in Iowa State University history, expanding digital literacy in Iowa, what makes detecting concealed weapons so difficult and more.
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Data goes deep
In his fourth season as director of analytics for the Miami Dolphins, Dennis Lock (’11 M.S., ’16 Ph.D. statistics) brings a data-driven perspective to NFL player performance, player personnel and coaching analysis.
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A global journey
Benito Kayenge knows gaining a global perspective takes more than miles.
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A passion for global health
One year after graduating from Iowa State University, Kate Speckman (’07 biology) navigated a canoe down the flooded Babahoyo River in Ecuador, equipped with medicine that could save a life. Speckman, a medical mission volunteer at the time, had been […]
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Addressing the global media effect
Douglas Gentile’s collaborative research looks at media’s effect on kids across cultures.
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Developing global leaders on the Mediterranean coast
ISU's largest study abroad program teaches confidence, cultural competency and global perspective.
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A study of the Moscow Metro
Magnificent art and architecture reveal the imagery and infrastructure of Russia.
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LAS News Update
News and information from the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences.
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Around the world in . . . one semester
LAS students share a glimpse of their experiences abroad.
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An original innovator
Rajesh Parekh was using artificial intelligence before artificial intelligence was cool.
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Creating the machines of tomorrow
When Adam Kaminski did not have the machinery he needed to pursue his research, he designed and built it himself.
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Leading innovation in a changing media landscape
Emily Barske, Iowa State Daily editor-in-chief, embraces challenges with digital resources and journalistic values.
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3-D printing: The future of geology
A new 3-D app makes printing terrain models easy and cheap.
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Seeing opportunity in the world of integrated reality
In a unique computer science course, students experiment with reality in two different dimensions (with video).
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LAS News Update
The science behind your morning meds, Schmittmann reappointed as LAS Dean, secrets of slow plant growth and more news from the college.
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Eight LAS alumni receive ISU STATEment Maker Awards
From the Peace Corps to Seattle start-ups to ESPN, these alumni accomplishments make a statement.
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A blueprint for success
Danielle Propst's dream to design thriving communities starts with her degree in anthropology.  
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Building confidence, diversity and opportunity
Javier Vela is the kind of chemistry professor every college student wishes they had.
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History students' Pammel Court exhibition brings back memories
Did you spend your college years living at Pammel Court, or do you have friends who did? Share your memories!
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From Iowa to Germany: An adventure in opera
Meet Jennifer Porto, a professional opera singer with an established international career in Berlin.
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Success on the stage
Sarah Bennett thought she wanted to study science at a small school, but a series of unique opportunities changed her course to studying performing arts at ISU.