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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. 
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Creating a better connection to ISU
Two new International Student Specialists nurture a welcoming and supportive environment for international students in LAS.
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LAS award nominations due March 20
Nominate outstanding alumni for a 2017 LAS award.
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LAS Update: News and announcements
A $93 million gift, energy that grows on trees, and climate research that could impact the world.
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LAS Award recipients
Meet five faculty and students who have received recent LAS awards.
Link Fall 2016
Prolonging our 'healthspan'
Molecular research could lead to longer, healthier lives free from disease.
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A mirror to the soul
When Suzanne Verma restores a patient’s outward features, she restores an identity.
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When in Scotland . . .
An Economics and Philosophy student steps inside Scottish politics.
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2016 LAS Alumni Awards
From Advertising to Zoology, meet the 2016 LAS award winners who have made an impact on the ISU community.
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LAS Update
Biomimetic chemistry could fight bacterial infections Yan Zhao, professor of chemistry and a member of LAS’ Center for Chemical Catalysis, is taking a non-traditional approach to catalysis research to intercept chemical signals of communication between bacteria.
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Share your story with us
Our alumni make us #LASproud.
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LAS research could lead to earlier detection of preeclampsia
Geetu Tuteja hopes a better understanding of the genetic mechanisms will help researchers develop early detection and prevention methods for placental disorders, such as preeclampsia.
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Connection across cultures reduces effects of discrimination
New research at Iowa State University is addressing ways to ease negative symptoms, such as stress and anxiety, caused by discrimination.
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From the Dean: Helping students succeed
The success of LAS and ISU depends on the generous support of our alumni and friends.
Link Summer 2016
Breaking through
Politics aside, when a woman wins elected office, other women take notice.
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Clean, safe, sustainable
On a muggy summer morning, hydrogeologist Bill Simpkins has just finished raising pressure transducers from seven wells hugging the west bank of the South Skunk River in Ames. Tethered to black Kevlar rope, the transducers – narrow, weighted brass cylinders […]
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The beauty of big data
Pretend for a second you are a Sephora shopper: you browse rows of floral-hued cosmetics, selecting a lipstick in a shade of vivid pink matte that you saw on Instagram. What was that YouTube makeup tutorial you watched earlier? Something […]
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Major opportunities at Iowa State
In the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, offering plenty of adventurous experiences is a priority to grow confident leaders and global citizens. Through taking advantage of LAS’ opportunities, Grosskopf has shaped herself into a smart, world-traveling graduate who is ready to take on her first job.
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You can support LAS students
You can help recruit the next generation of leaders, innovators and global citizens in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. Talk to the outstanding high school students you know about how your adventure in the College of Liberal Arts […]
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Looking Forward: Events and dates to remember
Reception honoring NROTC Captain Ricks Polk Naval ROTC (NROTC) commanding officer Captain Ricks W. Polk will be honored at a retirement reception on Friday, Aug. 26, 2016 from 4 to 5 p.m. in the Campanile Room of the ISU Memorial […]