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MyLAS: an internal website created for faculty and staff

When LAS Improved Service Delivery (ISD) roles (shared positions across departments and units) were rolled out with the launch of Workday, it provided the perfect opportunity to create a helpful resource for the LAS community to find information and contact details for both college and department staff whose roles were affected by the change. The … Continue reading MyLAS: an internal website created for faculty and staff

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Enrollment period approaching for LAS Specialized Retirement Incentive Program

Earlier this year, the Iowa Board of Regents approved a Specialized Retirement Incentive Program (SRIP) for eligible tenured faculty in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. Two retirement incentive options are available to eligible faculty, with a mix of retirement contributions and other benefits. Details on eligibility, options, and important dates can be found … Continue reading Enrollment period approaching for LAS Specialized Retirement Incentive Program

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New Brunnier Art Museum exhibit featuring Ames native opens August 24

The Brunnier Art Museum reopens on Wednesday, August 24 with an exhibition of woodblock prints and wood sculptures from nationally recognized artist and Ames native John Buck. Drawn from the collections of the Jordan Schnitzer Family Foundation, this major exhibition features prints and sculptures that span a 40-year period. In the exhibition John Buck: Prints … Continue reading New Brunnier Art Museum exhibit featuring Ames native opens August 24

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Office of the Provost offers helpful resources as faculty, staff and graduate students prepare for academic year

In preparation for the upcoming 2022-23 academic year, the Office of the Provost is sharing several resources to support the work of faculty, staff and graduate students as they prepare for the start of classes. Information and resources cover the following topics: Course Design and Teaching Syllabus Preparation and Statements Student Mental Health Resources Class … Continue reading Office of the Provost offers helpful resources as faculty, staff and graduate students prepare for academic year

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Celebrate faculty and staff at LAS Fall Convocation and Awards Ceremony

  UPDATE Sept. 7: Photos available here.   Faculty and staff in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences will be recognized with this year’s faculty and staff awards during the LAS Fall Convocation and Awards Ceremony on Sept. 6, 2022 at 3:30 p.m. in the Memorial Union Sun Room. Dean Beate Schmittmann will deliver … Continue reading Celebrate faculty and staff at LAS Fall Convocation and Awards Ceremony

September 6, 2022, 3:30-5:30pm | ISU Memorial Union, Sun Room
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LAS postdoctoral students and faculty honored with awards, grants

Seven postdoctoral scholars and two principal investigators in Liberal Arts and Sciences departments have been awarded for their contributions to the Iowa State community. Postdocs are eligible for the Postdoctoral Seed Grant, Postdoctoral Scholar Excellence Award for Teaching and Mentoring Students, and the Postdoctoral Scholar Research Excellence Award. Principal investigators are eligible for the Postdoctoral … Continue reading LAS postdoctoral students and faculty honored with awards, grants

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Encourage students to enroll in LAS 203: Professional Career Preparation

Seats are still available in the online and in-person sections of LAS 203: Professional Career Preparation. This 1-credit, 8-week, satisfactory/fail course teaches students how to design and pursue a meaningful career. The course is part career exploration (defining personal brands, researching opportunities, setting goals, networking with professionals) and part job-search mechanics (resumes, cover letters, LinkedIn, … Continue reading Encourage students to enroll in LAS 203: Professional Career Preparation

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New Adventure2 wellness program launches August 2

Adventure2, an exciting wellness program offered by the ISU WellBeing team, is launching its fifth year on August 2. The program is available to all benefit-eligibile employees. Adventure2 is a whole person employee well-being and engagement program, designed to support you in living your best life every day! This annual program offers fun and exciting … Continue reading New Adventure2 wellness program launches August 2

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Check out TAO: A helpful collection of online mental health modules and sessions

TAO (Therapy Assistance Online) is a convenient and user-friendly platform of tools and educational modules to help you learn and achieve your mental health goals. This resources is free to all Iowa State students. TAO offers more than 150 brief and effective educational sessions that cover over 50 common topics related to mental health, wellness, … Continue reading Check out TAO: A helpful collection of online mental health modules and sessions