YWCA program to discuss religion and politics ISU students will have an opportunity to learn more about the role of religion in politics from noon to 1 p.m. today in Room 236 of the Memorial Union. ISU Assistant Professor of Religious Studies Larry Gross will be giving his presentation, “Politics and Religion: Who Rules?” The event is sponsored by the YWCA of Ames-ISU as part of their Wednesdays with the Y lecture series. – Andrea Hauser