4+ day, 8+ hour ago   (447+ words) Iowa State’s learning communities are small groups of students who take classes together and get extra support during their first year. Learning communities offer hands-on activities, help with studying and chances to talk with older students who have already been…...

1+ week, 6+ day ago   (382+ words) For many Iowa State students, Ames can sometimes feel condensed to just the campus. Days are spent moving between classes, the library, and familiar spots near Welch Avenue. It is easy to fall into a routine where Iowa State University…...

2+ week, 4+ day ago   (251+ words) Personally, I have faced many close calls with cyclists narrowly avoiding me while I walk to my classes. Their speeds are many times higher than mine, and obviously any collision would likely injure me greatly. It is unlikely anyone can…...

1+ mon, 1+ week ago   (470+ words) Since it was made public on June 12, the possibility of a data center being built in Ames has been an ongoing topic. The 10.86-acre data center proposed by the company Lightedge has been discussed by the City Council since June…...

1+ mon, 3+ week ago   (390+ words) Once again, the time of year has come for the university to raise the premiums on employee health insurance. This year’s increases range from $7 per month for a single employee on the HMO plan to as much as $76 for an…...

3+ mon, 1+ week ago   (452+ words) A union of local organizations is partnering this summer to host “Echoes of Resilience: LGBTQ+ Experiences in the U.S.” Throughout the summer, these organizations are working together to present a community film and discussion series covering many important topics for…...