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Destination Iowa State registration surpasses 5,500
On the heels of successful summer orientation for first-year and transfer students -- more than 7,200 students participated in person or online -- the enrollment management team is gearing up for a big Destination Iowa State Aug. 21-23. Volunteers are needed for several joint events with Welcome Weekend.
Welcome
Joe Paulick started July 31 as associate vice president for campus life in the division of student affairs. He comes to Ames from George Washington University, Washington, D.C.
The Cyclones, and ranch dressing, are preparing for Ireland
For the first time ever, the Iowa State football team will play abroad on Aug. 23. Getting 120 players there and ready to perform at their best has been a year-long effort for the athletics department.
Regents approve FY26 budgets, could propose changes
After a non-unanimous vote to approve the university fiscal year 2026 budgets, the Iowa Board of Regents directed its investment and finance committee to meet to assess the board's budget review process and seek more detail about the university budgets. Depending on what they learn, the regents could consider amendments at their next meeting.
After 69 years, boulder finally budges
A 10-ton, six-foot-tall glacial boulder formerly located between Science I and Lagomarcino halls was moved to near the front entrance of Science I. Now, many more passersby will learn of its impressive journey and history.
Longtime alumni association leader to step down
Jeff Johnson, who took a temporary medical leave of absence in March, recently shared his decision to retire from his position as Lora and Russ Talbot Endowed President and chief executive officer of the ISU Alumni Association on Sept. 1.
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