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Fitness and family fun 5K run
Runners sprint to the finish line of the Paws to Cure Cancer 5K held north of the campanile Oct. 6. The 5K is a fundraiser for the Boo Radley Foundation which strives to promote comparative medicine because dogs suffer from many of the same diseases as humans. Taylor Hagie/Iowa State Daily Orangetheory Fitness is teaming up with the Ames school district to host the first annual 5K Family Fun Run on April 27 in Ada Hayden Park.
Cancer Sucks! 5k to cross campus Sunday
Runners starting out in the rain at the Gingerbread 5K on Sunday Oct. 7. David Boschwitz/Iowa State Daily ISU Be The Match on campus is teaming up with ISU Colleges against cancer to host the Cancer Sucks! 5K run/walk this Sunday on Iowa State’s Campus. The event will raise money for the Iowa Marrow Donor Program and the American Cancer Society, according to the press release. Registration will be from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. north of the Campanile, followed by the race at 2 p.m. on Central Campus.
Ditching the winter wardrobe and preparing for spring
Layering a sweater and denim jacket over leggings is an effortless way to prepare for unpredictable weather. Courtesy of T-shirt.ca As the seasons begin to change and the snow melts away to mud, what to wear for that long haul across campus can become frustrating, here are some tips and tricks to help clear up some of the clothing confusion. Layers, upon layers, upon layers The easiest way to remain prepared for whatever temperatures Iowa may throw at you is layering.
Last minute Valentine's Day gifts
The countdown continues as the Hallmark Holiday grows closer; Valentine’s Day is quickly approaching. For those who may have forgotten and are rushing for that perfect present, here is a list of places to purchase those last minute gifts right here in Ames. 1.Target If you’re looking for a one stop shop, look no further than Target. From candy to candles, they have something for everyone. Target.com dedicates an entire page to Valentine’s Day.
Custom tanning salon set to open in downtown Ames
Courtesy of Leah Wafful Owner of spray tanning studio Bronze515 Leah Wafful is hoping to bring a golden glow to Main Street. “It’s just going to be a whole new thing for Ames to experience, and we’re super excited about it,” Wafful said. Bronze515 started as a side hustle to Wafful’s former day job and transformed into a six-figure business in just 18 months. They are now in the process of opening their second location here in Ames.
Dance Marathon: The final number revealed
Dance Marathon participants hold up signs indicating the total amount raised at 2019's Dance Marathon event, $380,281.22. Ryan Pattee/Iowa State Daily The Memorial Union was a buzz of music, laughter and hope as Dance Marathon took over the Great Hall on Saturday. Dance Marathon is the biggest student run philanthropy on campus, raising money for the University of Iowa Children’s Hospital and Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals.
New club helps women find a healthy and holistic lifestyle
Changing Health Attitudes and Actions to Recreate Girls (CHAARG), is an organization on a mission to motivate college girls to live a healthy and holistic lifestyle by helping them find their fit. This year, Iowa State has joined over 60 other universities in having a CHAARG chapter on campus. The Iowa State chapter was founded by ambassador Paige Perkins, a senior in kinesiology and health with a passion for health and wellness.
ISU Ice Arena offers Wednesday deals for students
Students ice skate at the Ames ISU Ice Arena on Nov. 30 during Winterfest at Iowa State. Taylor Hagie/Iowa State Daily The end of the semester can be an overwhelming time with final exams and projects, and Iowa State students are relieving stress at the Ames ISU Ice Arena. Throughout the semester, the Ames ISU Ice Arena offers discounted rates on Wednesday nights where students can lace up ice skates and enjoy a study break with friends.
Priority FAFSA deadline approaches on Dec.1
With November coming to an end, the priority date to file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form, Dec. 1, is quickly approaching. Students can still file their FAFSA after the priority date but only students who file by the Dec.1 deadline will be considered for the very best financial aid package.
Students speak on California shooting
+4 Kevin Kieu, junior in kinesiology and health, and Brenda Goh, sophomore in political science and psychology react to the recent shooting in a Southern California bar which was filled with students for college night. Katlyn Campbell/Iowa State Daily Name: Kevin Kieu (Left) Major: Kinesiology and health Year: Junior Hometown: Davenport, Iowa Can you tell me what your reaction is upon hearing about the shooting? “At this point I think it’s really normal to hear this stuff in the news now.
One Heart finds a permanent home
One Heart Equestrian Therapy is a program made up of volunteers, therapeutic riding and driving instructors, and therapists who dedicate their time to helping improve the lives of others in a very unique way.“What we do basically, the nutshell, we offer therapeutic services to people with disabilities using horses” said Kris Lager, who founded One Heart in 2001.For the last seventeen years, One Heart has been on the move.
Robert Reason named CHS interim associate dean for undergraduate academic affairs
Robert Reason,professor and associate director for research and administration in the school of education at Iowa State, has been named the interim associate dean for undergraduate academic affairs in the College of Human Sciences.
Rent the Runway strutting toward a sustainable future
+1 Mckenna Miller, sophomore in Apparel, Merchandising, and Design, is one of many Iowa State campus representatives for Rent the Runway. The company allows students to rent designer items and return them after a few days.
National Student Exchange broadens horizons within the United States
The National Student Exchange program (NSE) offers students the experience of study abroad, but without having to leave the country. NSE provides the opportunity for students to transfer to another university within the U.S., U.S. territories or Canada, while still paying the same tuition they do at Iowa State.“Helping students to have an affordable study away experience, that is a high impact practice,” said Allison Severson, NSE coordinator.
Textile and Clothing museum celebrates additions from the last five years
Close What's New? is the Textiles and Clothing Museum newest exhibit. It features garments that have never been on display before. The exhibit will run through Oct. 12 in the Mary Alice Gallery in Morrill Hall. What's New? is the Textiles and Clothing Museum newest exhibit. It features garments that have never been on display before. The exhibit will run through Oct. 12 in the Mary Alice Gallery in Morrill Hall. What's New? is the Textiles and Clothing Museum newest exhibit.
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