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Senator Ben Sasse to present Manatt-Phelps Lecture in Political Science

Senator Ben Sasse will present “If Not Us, Who: Human Dignity in the 21st Century” during the 2018 Manatt-Phelps Lecture in Political Science on Thursday, October 25. The lecture will be held at 8:00 p.m. in the Great Hall of the Iowa State University Memorial Union. Senator Sasse is a fifth-generation Nebraskan and is serving … Continue reading Senator Ben Sasse to present Manatt-Phelps Lecture in Political Science

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Sept. 24: LAS United Way Auction Donations Still Needed

A great way to support the 2018 LAS United Way of Story County Campaign goal is by donating to the LAS online auction or bidding on items! We are still in need of donations. Donate an item individually or team up with your department or unit colleagues to donate a themed basket. Popular past items … Continue reading Sept. 24: LAS United Way Auction Donations Still Needed

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Sept. 25: You’re invited to learn about internal funding opportunities

The Office of the Vice President for Research (OVPR) invites researchers to learn more about the OVPR internal funding opportunities. Bring your questions and a brown bag lunch to 3155 Marston Hall on Sept. 25 (11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.) for an informal discussion with the associate vice presidents for research. Program overviews will be provided and … Continue reading Sept. 25: You’re invited to learn about internal funding opportunities

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Preview changes in absence management (managing time off)

Over the last several months, Inside Iowa State published updates on WorkCyte, Iowa State University’s transition to an integrated system of improvements. Faculty and staff can get a preview now of one of the changes – the process of managing time off – by attending a workshop Sept. 27. A college Project Implementation Team (PIT) … Continue reading Preview changes in absence management (managing time off)

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LAS Fall Convocation and Awards Ceremony

LAS faculty and staff are invited to join the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences for the Fall 2018 Convocation and Awards Ceremony on Wednesday, September 12. The event will be held from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. in the Memorial Union Sun Room. Dean Beate Schmittmann will address the “State of the College," followed … Continue reading LAS Fall Convocation and Awards Ceremony

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Associate Dean Appointments

Amy Slagell was reappointed as associate dean for academic programs and Wolfgang Kliemann was appointed as interim associated dean for research and graduate studies. Slagell earned her B.S.C. in communication at Ohio University in 1983. She earned her M.A. and Ph.D. in rhetoric and American public address at the University of Wisconsin and, before coming … Continue reading Associate Dean Appointments

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Welcome to a new academic year from the Dean

Dear colleagues, Welcome back to campus after what I hope was a rewarding and relaxing summer. We have lots of work ahead of us but I am confident that it will be productive and inspiring. The college’s role in helping students achieve their goals, expanding the boundaries of knowledge, and sharing our expertise to the … Continue reading Welcome to a new academic year from the Dean

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New associate dean positions in LAS

The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences is seeking candidates for two associate dean positions. Both positions are part-time and will play a key role in the success of the college. The guaranteed consideration date for both positions is Sept. 16, 2018. You can view a full online posting for the Associate Dean for Research … Continue reading New associate dean positions in LAS

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TIAA-CREFF appointments still available!

The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences is pleased to partner with our local TIAA-CREF office and representative Jay Albrecht this year. Jay facilitates monthly, on-campus appointments to discuss your retirement savings plans and needs. The upcoming appointment dates for the third quarter of 2018 follow: Tuesday, Aug 28th – Carver Hall – Room 445 … Continue reading TIAA-CREFF appointments still available!

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2018 United Way Day of Caring

The 2018 United Way campaign will kick off on Friday, Sept. 7 with United Way Day of Caring! Sept. 7: United Way Day of Caring United Way Day of Caring is a community-wide day of service to kick off the 2018 United Way campaign! LAS volunteers will be helping with a gardening project at Reiman … Continue reading 2018 United Way Day of Caring