“It’s awesome having a woman president so involved with agricultural here at Iowa State and know so much about Iowa agriculture to be our president.”

– Bethany Swanson, junior in animal science

“I think it is an amazing step forward for Iowa State and we have a lot to look forward to not only for students but for the faculty as well. It’s gonna be a great change and we can only hope for the best.”

– Meghan Main, freshman in open-option

“She was a dean so she has some experience,”

– Corey Johnson, sophomore in software engineering

“I do find it funny that the [Board of Regents] would choose the one candidate that had controversy with the the students of Iowa State.”

– Allison Stadnik, sophomore in public relations and history

“I think it’s cool because Iowa State is seen largely for its agriculture so I think it represents the university well as whole.”

– Sierra Miller, freshman in animal ecology.

“I am very excited that Wendy [Wintersteen] is the new president of Iowa State University. I think she’s done a great job with the College of Agriculture and I am excited to see what she does with her new position and new role as president.”

– Kristen Lowe, senior in agriculture and society and public relations

“I’m thrilled to hear that Wendy has been selected as the next president of Iowa State University. Her familiarity with this university will allow her to hit the ground running, and having worked with her in the past, I am sure certain she has a clear vision for the future of ISU. As a student in the College of Agriculture I’m excited to have someone who knows our needs and has constantly worked for a better tomorrow. Wendy certainly is deserving of this role and I’m ecstatic to see her receive the recognition she deserves.”

– Marc Throndson, Agricultural Business Club president.