July 15
An 'elemental' piece of chemistry
Glass, aluminum and LED lights make up the new multipaneled sculpture in the Hach Hall chemistry building. Elements and molecular models were the inspiration for "elemental" by Seattle-based artist Norie Sato.
Wood pellets
July 15
Tests gauge feasibility of mixing biomass with coal
On occasion over the next few weeks, university boilers will burn coal mixed with wood pellets or chips. It's part of a series of tests to determine the feasibility of burning coal-biomass blends to power the university.
July 15
External funding hits record
Iowa State attracted a record $388.2 million in grants, contracts, gifts and cooperative agreements during fiscal year 2010. That's 27 percent more than last year's record.
Where's Bob?
July 15
Where's Bob?
Do you know where university photographer Bob Elbert spotted this 70-plus-year-old plaque? Do you know which campus building initially was called the Service Building?
July 15
Rain dampens road work
Major road projects on and around campus have been slowed by weather, but should be open to traffic before fall classes resume Aug. 23.
Arts & events
Iowa Games on campus July 16-18
The biggest weekend of the summer Iowa Games takes place July 16-18 in and around Ames. Several campus facilities will serve as competition venues.
