Community and region planning associate professor Carlton Basmajian answers the question of what the world would be like if everyone suddenly disappeared in an essay for The Conversation.
In a two-week experiment with 230 college students, ISU researchers found that the subset that limited their social media usage to 30 minutes a day and received daily reminders scored significantly lower after two weeks for anxiety, depression, loneliness and fear of missing out, compared to the control group.
A partnership with the ISU Research Park and Ames Racquet and Fitness will expand an existing four-court indoor facility to six courts and add six outdoor courts and a team building for the Cyclone tennis team, which made its third straight appearance in the NCAA tournament this spring.
American religions assistant professor Sarah Dees explores how the Kickapoo Indian Medicine Company pushed stereotypes and claimed authority on Indigenous culture in the 1800s to sell products. Companies continue to profit from Indigenous cultures and healing practices, but there's more interest in finding the line between cultural appreciation and cultural appropriation.
Camps, conferences and large events like RAGBRAI will bring guests to campus this summer. Inside staff compiled a list of events with an anticipated attendance of 100+ people. Take a look, make a note if an event will affect your area (or commute) -- and let us know if we missed something scheduled prior to fall semester.
