Howe-Hoover skywalk

Feb. 10

Climate control

The skywalk over Bissel Road has been much-appreciated during this week of sub-zero windchills.

Feb. 10

Dean Whiteford to retire June 30

Michael Whiteford, a faculty member of 39 years who has served as dean of the Liberal Arts and Sciences college since September 2003, shared his plans this week to retire from Iowa State June 30 and move to Oregon to be near family members.

Feb. 10

Geoffroy: Continued cuts would jeopardize progress

President Gregory Geoffroy reaffirmed Iowa State's commitment to its land-grant mission and the people of Iowa, but told legislators that continued budget cuts are jeopardizing the university's progress. Geoffroy testified before the Iowa Legislature's education appropriations subcommittee at the State Capitol Feb. 9.

Feb. 10

Revised sports complex plan topic of public meeting

At a Feb. 15 public meeting, ISU officials will discuss the latest plan for a new outdoor sports complex in the vicinity of the Towers residence halls. Planners revised the site plan in response to concerns expressed by neighbors in the area.

Where's Bob

Where's Bob?

Feb. 10

Where's Bob?

Do you know where university photographer Bob Elbert spotted this colorful array?

Feb. 10

Faculty policies stall in senate

Discussion of proposed changes to the faculty conduct and post-tenure review policies continued at the Feb. 8 Faculty Senate meeting, but decisions on both measures were tabled until next month. An early promotion and tenure review policy also will be considered in March.

Feb. 10

Public forum part of athletics NCAA certification process

Groups engaged in a six-month study of the athletics program will discuss their findings and seek input during a Feb. 28 public forum. The self-study and forum are part of the NCAA Division I certification process currently under way at Iowa State.

Feb. 10

Regents take first look at proposed 2011-12 tuition rates

During the Feb. 3 state Board of Regents meeting, Iowa State officials proposed a tuition increase next year of 5 percent for resident students and 3.5. percent for nonresidents. The regents are expected to make a decision on the tuition request at their March 23 meeting.

Orchid Fest

Orchid Fest

Feb. 10

Smells like spring

Exotic orchids varieties will be available for viewing and purchasing at Reiman Gardens' annual Orchid Fest this weekend.

Feb. 10

Estimate on flood, wind damage drops

The estimated costs of recovery from summer floods and windstorms on campus is lower than $40 million and perhaps closer to $30 million. Vice president for business and finance Warren Madden recently updated the state Board of Regents on the new estimate, down from the original $50 million.

Feb. 10

Extension VP candidates named

Five finalists for Iowa State's Vice President for Extension and Outreach post include interim VP Gerald Miller and alumni Michael Gray and Cathann Kress. Campus interviews for the five begin next week.