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GSB Supreme Court, adviser resign after line item bill fails

April 24, 2014
ISU students tie their shoes before running on the indoor track at Lied Recreation Athletic Center. 

Ready to run: Boston Marathon runners prepare, remember tragedy

April 14, 2014
T.I.

Late headliner switch handled smoothly by entertainment committee

April 10, 2014
The electronic microchips that send frequencies out in the ground to detect movement amongst other things.

Iowa State soil sensor team awarded $1 million grant

January 17, 2014

Police identify man pronounced dead after accidental shooting

December 21, 2013
Rep. Bruce Braley (D), a contender for Sen. Tom Harkin’s (D) soon to be vacated seat, is the latest victim of the petty “gotcha” universe. llege students, Nov. 6.

Rep. Bruce Braley visits ISU student veterans

November 6, 2013

Last minute write-in candidate, Francis Todey, throws name into race for 2nd Ward

November 3, 2013

Continuing government shutdown raises university concerns

October 10, 2013
Some people use online websites to find potential websites.

‘Catfish’ show reveals online dating has risks, but is growing

October 3, 2013
An Iowa State student shares her story of what its like to deal with the Syrian conflict, even though she is more than 6,000 miles away.

Inside Syria: One ISU student shares her experiences with Assad’s regime

September 19, 2013
University crime statistics are unreliable because not all community members come forward and report all crimes. Even when reported, the reports cover only crimes committed on or adjacent to the college campus or properties the campus owns.

Public reports don’t tell whole story on campus crime

September 3, 2013
Alcohol Edu is meant to educate the hazards of heavy alcohol consumption. Thielen Student Health Center is working to stay up with new information and research prevention programs. The material in the program helps students know how to identify and when to report alcohol poisoning.

Alcohol Edu works to educate on high risk drinking

August 28, 2013

Campustown revision

August 25, 2013

Nail wraps add spirited touch to game day fashion

August 25, 2013
Flames engulf the dumpster at 301 Stanton on Saturday, Aug. 17. Photo courtesy of Brandon Amerine.

Ames Fire Department responds to multiple dumpster fires, investigation underway

August 17, 2013

Inspections reveal problems with Iowa’s flood-control levees but maintenance lags

August 12, 2013

IowaWatch interview: Governor prefers more economic impact from state university buildings

July 11, 2013
David Spalding, one of three finalists for the deans position for the college of business, spoke at an open forum on April 8, 2013. Spalding talked to a large audience in 0330 Gerdin about his qualifications for the job and what he would do if he were to be appointed to the position. 

College of Business names new dean

May 9, 2013

Final Faculty Senate discusses dead week policy, excusable absences

May 7, 2013

ISU senior organizes fundraiser for Boston bombings

April 18, 2013
Speaker of the House John Boehner spoke to the president around 5:30 p.m. April 15, 2013 about the tragedy in Boston.

Explosions shake students

April 15, 2013
Veishea has evolved throughout the years. Learn how it has changed, as well as about the 2013 Veishea events.

An unclear future: Evolution of Veishea from peaceful to unpredictable

April 13, 2013
(From left to right) Student member of the Board of Regents Hannah M. Walsh, Regent Katie S. Mulholland, Regent Jack B. Evans and Regent Ruth R. Harkin is attending the Board of Regents meeting at Iowa State. The board discussed Iowa universities and students issues during the meeting on March 13, 2013.

Board of Regents discuss residence, retention rates

March 13, 2013
Typical wedding ring metal types are 14K white, top left, 14K yellow, and platinum. The newer 14K white gold and platinum are indiscernible to naked eye. Courtesy photo: Kyle Youngberg, Ames Silversmithing

Questions are key when choosing jewelry

February 7, 2013
Sen. Tom Harkin speaks at an event on Central Campus on Tuesday, Aug. 28.

Harkin will not donate congressional papers to Iowa State

February 5, 2013
From Left to Right: Sasha Issenberg, author of The Victory Lab: The Secret Science of Winning Campaigns, David Peterson, Political Science professor at Iowa State, and Ryan Lizza from the New Yorker discuss how campaigns are affected by new election styles. Issenberg is interested in integrating experiments into election campaigns and how campaigns learn from each other over time, while Lizza recognized that there was more than just a technical gap between the Right and Left parties.

Political journalists talk changes in campaign strategy

February 4, 2013
The recently introduced Veishea mascot Swanson mingles and dances with participants of Iowa States Dance Marathon 2013 on Saturday, Jan. 26, 2013, in the Memorial Union. 

Veishea mascot makes introduction at ISU

January 28, 2013
At the conclusion of the 16th ISU Dance Marathon, the Miracle Children displayed the final donations total of $388,457.16 with umbrellas. 

Dance Marathon continues trend of breaking records

January 27, 2013

Ames receives top honors for college town

January 17, 2013
This week, eligible Iowa State faculty and staff have the opportunity to receive free flu shots through ISU WellBeing and Occupational Medicine, who sponsor the flu shot clinic for the university.

Flu season sweeps country

January 17, 2013
Vice President Joe Biden and President Barack Obama host an event at the White House and unveil a package of proposals to reduce gun violence Jan. 16.

Obama releases plan for gun law changes

January 16, 2013

Hazelwood decision reaches 25th anniversary

January 13, 2013

Kohl’s to offer job fair

January 11, 2013

ISU professor calls bill averting fiscal cliff ‘only a Band-Aid’

January 2, 2013
Iowa House of Representatives democratic candidate, Beth Wessel-Kroeschell. Photo: William Deaton/Iowa State Daily

Beth Wessel-Kroeschell and Lisa Heddens win seats in iowa House of Representatives

November 8, 2012

Election Day finally arrives

November 5, 2012
Dane Nealson, 2010 ISU graduate in political science, is running as a Republican candidate for the Iowa House of Representatives. Nealson has worked on presidential campaigns and was active with on campus politics.  

Dane Nealson bio

November 1, 2012
Stephen Quist, senior in marketing, is announced as a representative of the Iowa House last Thursday, Feb 16. The election will be in December. 

Stephen Quist bio

November 1, 2012
Gov. Gary Johnson, former two-term Republican governor of New Mexico, an outspoken advocate of decriminalizing marijuana, speaks at the 39th annual national NORML conference.

Gary Johnson bio

November 1, 2012
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James Harris bio

November 1, 2012
Gloria La Riva

Gloria La Riva bio

November 1, 2012
Eric Cooper

Eric Cooper bio

November 1, 2012
Beth Wessel-Kroeschell, Democratic candidate for District 45 of the Iowa House of Representatives, is campaigning against Dan Nealson, 2010 graduate of Iowa State.

Beth Wessel-Kroeschell bio

November 1, 2012
Virgil Goode

Virgil Goode bio

November 1, 2012
U.S. Rep. Steve King, R-Iowa.

Steve King bio

November 1, 2012
Jill Stein Portrait

Jill Stein bio

November 1, 2012
Christie Vilsack talked with students in the Hixon-Lied Center on Sept. 20, 2012.

Christie Vilsack bio

November 1, 2012

Story County candidates

November 1, 2012
Litzel Portrait

Jerry Litzel bio

November 1, 2012
Lisa Heddens is running for re-election in Iowa District 46 and an assistant majority leader in the Iowa House of Representatives.

Lisa Heddens bio

November 1, 2012
Martin Monroe

Martin James Monroe bio

October 29, 2012
Former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney shakes hands and signs autographs at the conclusion of his speech on Thursday, Dec. 29 at Kinzler Construction in Ames.

Mitt Romney to campaign in Ames

October 24, 2012
Presidential hopeful Mitt Romney speaks to a crowd of more than 400 people Wednesday, Aug. 8, in the Central Campus auditorium in Des Moines. Romney was in town for a fundraiser the night before. 

Reports of Mitt Romney to visit Ames remain unclear

October 23, 2012

Major Fair offers opportunities to undecided students

October 4, 2012
Coffee from The Roasterie is served Monday, Sept. 10, at the MU Market and Cafe.

Alumnus debuts 1858 coffee roast

September 10, 2012

Open forum for MU associate director

September 3, 2012

Chronology and Chemistry from past 50,000 years

August 30, 2012
President Obama takes the stage before speaking to a crowd of 6,000 on Central Campus on Tuesday, Aug. 28, 2012. 

Obama embraces student support

August 28, 2012

Romney supporters prepare for Obama

August 27, 2012

Memorial service set for Barbara Mack

August 27, 2012

Obama to speak on student’s role in the economy

August 27, 2012

Ames prepares for Obama

August 26, 2012

Brantley Gilbert to perform at Homecoming

August 26, 2012
President Barack Obama greets an estimated 2,200 people in the Herman Park pavilion on Monday, August 13 in Boone, Iowa before speaking to the crowd. Obama kicked off a three-day bus tour through Iowa in Council Bluffs on Monday morning.

Obama to speak on Central Campus

August 24, 2012
Portrait of Barbara Mack with horses (one of her favorite pastimes) on Sept. 24, 2008, at the Horse Barns. Photo: Logan Gaedke/Iowa State Daily

Barbara Mack leaves a legacy

August 23, 2012

Obama to visit Ames next week

August 22, 2012

Brunnier Art Museum set to open exhibit

August 20, 2012
Many university clubs and organizations were on hand to talk to new students Thursday, Aug. 16, during Destination Iowa State in Iowa State Center. Destination Iowa State is a program intended to help new students transition into the college life.

Destination Iowa State kicks off with help from students and staff

August 16, 2012

Parking on campus

August 12, 2012

Add art to your room with melted crayons

August 3, 2012

Guide for new renters

August 2, 2012
Members of the largest freshman class in the history of Iowa State fill the seats of Hilton Coliseum on Thursday, Aug. 18, 2011 during the Destination Iowa State Kick-off event. DIS is a three-day event for freshmen and transfer students to get to know campus before they begin classes.

Enrollment, retention continue to grow at ISU

August 2, 2012

ISD road trip: London

July 26, 2012
US Supreme Court Building

Supreme Court upholds health care law

June 28, 2012

River, lake activities offer great summer fun

June 27, 2012

Supreme Court to deliver decision on health care act

June 24, 2012
Iowa Board of Regents President Bruce Rastetter

Regents member accused of ethics violation

June 20, 2012
ISU Dining staff serve people visiting the university for camps and other activities while in the dark on Tuesday, June 19, in Seasons Marketplace during a power outage. Seasons still served dinner to the 500 to 600 people they had expected to serve. The serving areas and tables were lit with battery powered lanterns. 

Power outage affects all of Ames

June 19, 2012

Everything you need to know about parking

June 13, 2012

Guide for the first time renter

June 13, 2012

Iowa State committee begins planning to set student fees

June 12, 2012

Iowa State student fee and tuition committee begins planning

June 12, 2012

Board of Regents to meet Wednesday

June 5, 2012
Protesters gather outside of U.S. Rep. Steve Kings new offices in Ames on Tuesday, May 23.

King greeted with protests

May 23, 2012
Jonathan Wickert, dean of the College of Engineering and one of the candidates for senior vice president and provost, discussed how he would handle the position in an open forum in the Pioneer Room of the Memorial Union on Monday, April 23. Wickert came to Iowa State in 2007 and was a formerly a faculty member of the Carnegie Mellon University engineering department.

Wickert assumes role as senior vice president and provost

May 8, 2012
Jonathan Wickert, dean of the College of Engineering and one of the candidates for senior vice president and provost, discussed how he would handle the position in an open forum in the Pioneer Room of the Memorial Union on Monday, April 23. Wickert came to Iowa State in 2007 and was a formerly a faculty member of the Carnegie Mellon University engineering department.

Iowa State names new senior vice president and provost

May 8, 2012

Registrar search begins open forums

May 4, 2012

Dean of Students candidate discusses vision at forum

May 1, 2012
President Barack Obama speaks to a crowd of 5,500 people — according to a University of Iowa official — Wednesday, April 25, at the Field House in Iowa City. Obama gave remarks about student debt. 

Obama talks affordability, access for college students at University of Iowa visit

April 25, 2012
David Manderscheid, one of three finalists for Iowa States senior vice president and provost position, speaks at an open forum Tuesday, April 24, in the Memorial Union. Manderscheid currently is the dean of the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of Nebraska and previously served as professor and chairman of the department of mathematics at the University of Iowa for six years.

Manderscheid discusses ‘opportunities for growth’ in provost search open forum

April 24, 2012
President Barack Obama gives the third State of the Union Address of his administration on the floor of the House Chamber at the U.S. Capitol to a joint session of Congress on Tuesday, Jan. 24, 2012. Obama will speak at the University of Iowa Wednesday, April 25, 2012. First lady Michelle Obama will speak at Windsor Heights Tuesday, April 24, 2012. 

Obamas visit Iowa in two separate events

April 23, 2012

Provost forums continue with Manderscheid on Tuesday

April 23, 2012

Tuition issues continue in Iowa Legislature

April 23, 2012

Provost candidates open forums postponed

April 17, 2012
Moderator Thomas Beell, professor of journalism and communication, starts the debate between the College Republicans and ISU College Democrats on Tuesday, April 10, in the South Ballroom in the Memorial Union. The topic was tax breaks.

College Dems grow in size, events

April 16, 2012

Central Campus events kick off Veishea week

April 15, 2012

Lego sculptures open at Reiman Gardens

April 15, 2012
The Caldwell family bought second-class tickets for Titanic to sail back home to America from Siam.

Great-niece recalls Ames couple’s story of surviving Titanic sinking

April 15, 2012
Keith Darrell, founder of the Whitefield Fellowship, debates the case for biblical morality with ISU professor of religious studies Hector Avalos in Hoover Hall on Thursday, April 12. The debate was part of the 10th annual First Amendment Day.

Debating biblical sources

April 12, 2012

Avalos, Darrell set to debate morality through the Bible

April 11, 2012
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