Archive: 2023

Charting your course: Nikki Eggert inspires students as new advisor in engineering

The Department of Civil, Construction, and Environmental Engineering (CCEE) at Iowa State University welcomes a new academic advisor, Nikki Eggert, who is determined to help students understand that their possibilities within the department are limitless. With her unique background and diverse expertise, Eggert aims to inspire students to explore various options, embrace new experiences and discover their true passions. Read More

July 14, 2023

How shattered glass became Masha Lebedeva’s clear path to materials science and engineering

Masha Lebedeva realized – "Materials engineering is exactly what I was looking for. I just didn't know it was there." Read More

July 11, 2023

Emily Anderson’s code for software engineering success launched from support

Coming into Iowa State, Emily Anderson had 0 coding experience, but she had 1 goal: helping others with engineering. Read More

July 6, 2023

Cardinal Space Mining Club scoops up gravel, top awards at national competitions

Iowa State University's Cardinal Space Mining Club recently won competitions in the mining arena and at NASA's online challenge. “This is truly the best year in the club’s history,” said Jim Heise, the club’s long-time faculty advisor. Read More

June 29, 2023

Being the solution for a cleaner future: Nikolai Stevens shares influence on improving water quality

Nikolai Stevens, a junior studying agricultural engineering, received the 2022 New Voices Award, an honor recognizing people's contributions to water quality advocacy. Read More

June 28, 2023

Merging “know-how” with “know-who” — Wadood Daoud is connecting underserved students to an engineering future one conversation at a time

"Engineering takes strong technical skills, but to truly change the world as an engineer, you also need strong connections." Read More

June 27, 2023

Teaching, research honors for four AerE graduate students

Four graduate students in the Department of Aerospace Engineering have been honored for their work in the spring 2023 semester with Teaching Excellence (TEX) and Research Excellence (REX) Awards from Iowa State University’s Graduate College. Read More

June 23, 2023

Electric Power Research Center: Sixty years of aiding industry, preparing students, inventing solutions

The Electric Power Research Center began in 1963 as the Power Affiliates Program. Its mission was to “advance research and graduate education in electric power systems and strengthen industry ties.” Read More

June 23, 2023

Kristin-Yvonne Rozier receives Muilenburg professorship in Aerospace Engineering

Dr. Kristin-Yvonne Rozier is the new recipient of the Dennis and Rebecca Muilenburg Professorship in the Department of Aerospace Engineering (AerE). Read More

June 21, 2023

Exploring engineering excellence: Students are immersed in innovation at Sukup Manufacturing Facility visit

Students in the Department of Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering (ABE) gained firsthand experience in the engineering industry with their latest classroom trip - a visit to the Sukup Manufacturing Facility, a facility known for its innovation and cutting-edge technology. Read More

June 20, 2023

Passion, knowledge, and determination: Saransh Dikshit shares his academic success story at Iowa State University

Saransh Dikshit, a PhD candidate set to major in civil engineering, has had a fantastic journey at Iowa State with many accomplishments and awards in his back pocket.  Read More

June 20, 2023

Ossama Abdelkhalik named Vance D. Coffman Faculty Chair

The Department of Aerospace Engineering (AerE) has announced that professor Ossama Abdelkhalik will become the next Vance D. Coffman Faculty Chair. Read More

June 19, 2023

Kejin Wang: Elevating the world of engineering and inspiring future generations

Kejin Wang, professor in construction engineering, says doing what you love is the key to success. Her unwavering passion for her field has earned her the title of distinguished professor, the first woman to ever receive this honor in the Department of Civil, Construction and Environmental Engineering. Read More

June 16, 2023

Advisors open horizons with classroom visits to campus facilities, bringing new experiences to class

Research and industry work go hand in hand in the Department of Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering (ABE). That’s why the department, through the leadership of the ABE Advising Office, hosts several tours throughout the year for students across the department. Read More

June 15, 2023

Ashley Morton prepares Cyclone Engineering students for the next step at summer orientation

In one-on-one meetings during summer orientation, academic advisor Ashley Morton helps prepare incoming students to become first-year Cyclone Engineers. Read More

June 15, 2023