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Three canes hang next to the door in Laura Wiederholts apartment. Wiederholt has postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome, which causes a lack of control in the autonomic nervous system.

How do physical disabilities and mental health disabilities intersect?

April 25, 2018
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In this together: A second story on sexual assault

February 27, 2018
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Mental health in diverse communities: part two

February 18, 2018
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Mental health in all communities

January 27, 2018

NEW DHS DUDE – background info for anyone

December 15, 2017
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Salo: #MeToo doesn’t represent all victims

October 27, 2017

Salo: We need more women in leadership

October 24, 2017
Just over four years ago, Laura Wiederholt, senior in biology, was diagnosed with Dysautonomia, a condition that affects her autonomic nervous system. Weiderholt is the president of the Alliance for Disability Awareness, a group that aims to raise awareness of different disabilities.

Salo: End disability stigma

October 16, 2017
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Salo: Stop victim shaming

October 11, 2017
Stephen Craig Paddock fired at concert-goers at an outdoor country music festival from the 32nd floor of the Mandalay Bay Resort Sunday night, killing more than 50 and injuring over 200. 

Salo: Control (some) guns

October 3, 2017
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Megan Salo: Opinion editor

October 2, 2017
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Salo: The climate is changing

September 11, 2017
For the first time in several years, Iowa State had a homecoming parade. 

Salo: Iowa is a Cyclone state

September 6, 2017
Close-up on womans feet wearing black high heel shoes

Salo: Stop talking about the shoes

September 6, 2017
The sun shines on the Memorial Union after a thunderstorm Wednesday afternoon on Nov. 11, 2015. 

Salo: Students should get a say in Memorial Union fee

August 31, 2017
Four fraternity brothers jump into the ice cold water during the Polar Plunge to benefit the Special Olympics outside of the Memorial Union on April 1. The Greek community together raised nearly $356,000 by the time the plunge started. 

Salo: Greeks: focus on the positive

August 29, 2017
Joi Latson, sophomore in global resource systems, asks senators to respond to offensive Yik-Yak comments regarding diversity and inclusion at Iowa State at the first Student Government meeting of the new cabinet on April 13.

Salo: Diversity on campus

August 28, 2017
Protesters hold signs that read, If men could get pregnant there would be a Planned Parenthood on every corner and birth control would be bacon flavored, and, real men get consent, during the Womens March in Des Moines on Saturday. Thousands of men and women circled the Iowa State Capitol to raise awareness for womens issues.

Salo: Women’s (almost) equality day

August 23, 2017
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Salo: Set your goals now

August 22, 2017
Protesters walk east down Main Street during the Ames Stands Together Opposing White Nationalism event Sunday, Aug. 13. Both Iowa State and Ames community members took part in the event. 

Salo: Choose a side

August 21, 2017
Friley Windows, the newly renovated dining center on Aug 21.

Salo: New dining changes are necessary

August 20, 2017

Pets in college – is it right for you?

August 13, 2017
Six members of Alpha Gamma Delta during recruitment.

Salo: The low down on Greek Life

August 10, 2017
Students study in tier 2. Tucked away inside Parks Library, ISU students can find peace and solitude, ideal for study. The tiers are also home to books not found on the normal floors in the library.

Salo: Best study spots on campus

August 10, 2017
This graph compares the difference in Iowans median income based on their education level. The data comes from the Bureau of Labor Statistics current population survey, 2014-2016 3-year average.

Salo: Dear adult Iowans, it’s time to go back to school

July 25, 2017
Students are left without a place to stay in between leases for the summer and fall.

Salo: The lease gap may not be an easy fix

July 25, 2017

Salo: The last month of summer

July 18, 2017

Salo: Dear everyone, tip your servers

July 11, 2017

What you’re missing during a summer in Ames

July 11, 2017
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Salo: Who should (and can) celebrate the Fourth?

July 5, 2017
Fireworks go off during the Mass Campaniling event on Central Campus to celebrate homecoming week.

Salo: New Iowa fireworks law is just OK

July 3, 2017
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Salo: The truth about the wage gap

June 26, 2017

What to focus on this year

June 24, 2017
Salo: Social comparison through social media

Salo: Social comparison through social media

June 15, 2017
Michelle Carter sent Carter Roy texts similar to these to encourage him to commit suicide. 

Salo: Encouraging suicide is murder

June 13, 2017

Salo: Donald Trump teaches us a life lesson

June 13, 2017
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Salo: Republican or Democrat?

June 8, 2017

Best study spots on campus

June 8, 2017
Six members of Alpha Gamma Delta during recruitment.

The low down on greek life

June 8, 2017
A large crowd enjoyed the second week of the Des Moines Farmers Market on May 27.

Salo: How you can fight terrorism

June 6, 2017
Republican presidential hopeful Donald Trump speaks in front of a crowd on Jan. 19 at the Hansen Agriculture Student Learning Center. Trump talked about economic and healthcare reforms. At the rally he was endorsed by former governor of Alaska, Sarah Palin.

Salo: Why did Trump leave the Paris Agreement?

June 2, 2017
Charles Palmer has resigned from his position as the director of the Iowa Department of Human Services. 

Salo: Palmer’s DHS resignation

May 31, 2017
The Constitution and the Bill of Rights lay out the fundamental rights of American citizens but most dont know what these rights include. 

Salo: Know your rights

May 25, 2017

Salo: Who is to blame for child abuse deaths

May 24, 2017
Betsy DeVos, President-elect Donald Trumps pick to be the next Secretary of Education, testifies during her confirmation hearing before the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee in the Dirksen Senate Office Building on Capitol Hill January 17, 2017 in Washington, DC. 

Salo: DeVos’ illogical education policy

May 22, 2017
President Donald Trump signs a document on the Resolute Desk in the Oval Office.

Salo: Trump has brought back the global gag rule

May 18, 2017
Gov. Terry Branstad signed a new abortion bill that prohibits abortions after 20 weeks of pregnancy, enforces stricter guidelines on who can receive abortions as well as a three day waiting period.

Salo: New Iowa abortion law is flawed

May 16, 2017
State funding cuts leave Iowa universities in a tough spot. Theyll either have to increase tuition or face other consequences. 

Salo: Branstad’s Proposed Budget is a Disaster

May 14, 2017
Natasha Greene, patrol and multicultural liaison officer speaks to students at Hamilton Hall for a session on free speech vs. hate speech as part of the Greenlee Schools First Amendment Day program April 19. 

Learning the difference between hate speech and free speech

April 19, 2017

Blaze Pizza Opens in Ames

April 7, 2017
The Ames Animal Shelter is an open admission shelter, meaning they dont turn away animals for any reason except lack of space. 

A look inside the Ames Animal Shelter

April 3, 2017
A student orders lunch at the Carlos Quesadillas and Tacos food truck outside Kildee Hall. Carlos Quesadillas has been in business for over ten years, and strives to purchase its ingredients from local, family-owned farms. 

Business on campus: Kildee food trucks

March 27, 2017

Ames Businesses: Ali Cakes

March 8, 2017
Businesses along Lincoln Way are to be torn down to make room for new apartments. 

More apartments coming to Campustown

March 8, 2017
ISU Student Action held a meeting on March 1 in 268 Carver to discuss their plan for their campaigns this semester. Fighting prison labor and the fight for $15 are their two campaigns. Kaleb Van Fosson, the lead organizer is heading the groups campaign against prison labor. The group plans to talk to student government during an open forum, start a petition and hold a large rally on March 31.

ISU Student Action group focuses efforts on prison labor campaign

March 1, 2017
Blaze Pizza, opening soon at 2320 Lincoln Way, will be one of four pizza locations located in Campustown. 

Four pizza Joints, one Campustown

February 15, 2017

Student Run Business: Deadeye Barbecue Sauce

February 15, 2017
Vinyl Grind sits on Main Street as a cultural hub for the Ames Community. Serving coffee and pastries, the business also hosts local musicians and sells records.

The Vinyl Cafe: a place for coffee, conversation and music

February 5, 2017
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