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Iowans closely divided on abortion issue
Planned Parenthood marches with their banner at the Capital City Pride Parade. Ian Steenhoek/Iowa State Daily Iowans are closely divided when it comes to the issue of abortion. A Pew survey found that 52 percent of Iowans support abortion’s legality in “all/most” cases, while 46 percent said it should be illegal in “all/most” cases. Individuals probably know their own personal views on abortion, but the view on the issue of each state as a whole can vary.
Planned Parenthood withdraws from federal grant program over new abortion guidelines
Planned Parenthood marches with their banner at the Capital City Pride Parade. Ian Steenhoek/Iowa State Daily Planned Parenthood finds itself in a battle with Republicans as President Donald Trump’s administration implements new guidelines on abortion.
Court issues injunction against law cutting some funds to Planned Parenthood
Planned Parenthood marches with their banner at the Capital City Pride Parade. Ian Steenhoek / Iowa State Daily Wednesday, the Polk County District Court issued a temporary injunction of the implementation of a law that would have blocked Planned Parenthood from being eligible to receive grants for funding sexual education in Iowa. Gov. Kim Reynolds signed the bill earlier this month. The bill blocks organizations that provide access to abortions, such as Planned Parenthood, from receiving grants.
ACLU moves to block state law on behalf of Planned Parenthood
Planned Parenthood marches with their banner at the Capital City Pride Parade. Ian Steenhoek / Iowa State Daily The American Civil Liberties Union of Iowa filed a lawsuit Wednesday in Polk County Court to block the implementation of a law excluding Planned Parenthood from receiving grants to fund sex education in Iowa. Republican Gov. Kim Reynolds signed the law earlier this month, which bars organizations which provide access to abortion such as Planned Parenthood from receiving these grants.
City of Ames to host Campustown Safety Walk
A volunteer studies the map of their assigned area to patrol for the Campustown Safety Walk on Oct. 19, 2017. Ian Steenhoek/Iowa State Daily The Ames Police Department will host the Campustown Safety Walk on Wednesday. The event is open to the public and will begin at 8 p.m. at the Ames Intermodal Facility at 129 Hayward Ave. The goal of the event is to improve Ames’ safety conditions in the Campustown area and make the area safer for those traveling through it.
Lawsuit on gender identity ends in trans favor
The Polk County Courthouse ruled in favor of a transgender man who filed a complaint against his workplace for discrimination Monday. Jesse Vroegh, a transgender individual and a nurse formerly employed at the Iowa Department of Corrections, filed the lawsuit back in August 2018 after he was denied use of the men’s restrooms and locker rooms at work. He was also denied medically necessary transgender surgery coverage through his employer.
Editorial: Fundraising shouldn't be the only funding
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College of Liberal Arts and Sciences scholarships for students with unpaid internships
New scholarships are available for students within the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) who have unpaid internships.Scholarships applications are available to students who have an LAS major and are starting an unpaid internship soon. To be eligible for the scholarships, students must have a minimum 2.0 GPA with their internship being a minimum of 10 hours per week for eight weeks.
PWI blackout to be held on Thursday at Carver Hall
Carver Hall, pictured in early November 2017 from the southeast. Ian Steenhoek/Iowa State Daily A PWI Blackout (predominately white institutions) initiative has been organized to show solidarity and support of Colin Kaepernick by Iowa State’s Black Students Alliance (BSA).The event will be held at 5 p.m. Thursday in front of Carver Hall. Participants are encouraged to wear all black Nike clothing, or simply all black clothing, and a group picture will be taken.
How LAS is handling budget cuts
Even with recent budget cuts by the Iowa Legislature to the Iowa Board of Regents and the possibility of more coming this year, students in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) don’t have to be worried about losing any of their curriculum next year.As the college waits for the Iowa Legislature to finish their yearly budget, the college does not know how many new staff will need to be hired on for next school year.
Campus conversation on sexual assault and hook-up culture
One of the primary goals of the Green Dot organization is continuing the conversation on campus of consent and assault. Thursday, April 5, as part of Green Dot Action Week at Iowa State, students and faculty gathered for a “Campus Conversation” in Parks Library.
Susan Cross to become new chair of the psychology department
Susan Cross has been named as the new chair of the psychology department, one of the top ten biggest majors for undergraduates.The position was officially given to Cross in February however, she will not take over until July 1.“It’s a wonderful department to work in,” Cross said. “[We have] high standards, but good support.” Cross has been a part of the Iowa State community for the past 24 years after receiving her Ph.D. from the University of Michigan.
Editorial: Utilize your time well this spring break
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Suspicious material? Nah just gains, bro
Iowa State police tweeted Thursday that an Ames HazMat team was on scene at Durham on Iowa State's campus.HazMat is on scene in the southwest corner of Durham for a suspicious substance. There is no known threat to the campus at this time. Please avoid the area and allow HazMat to work. pic.twitter.com/4XEGch1bMy— IowaStateU Police (@ISUPD) March 8, 2018 The team was investigating a suspicious material found in the building.
Freshman Jack Nichols wins big at LAS College Pitch off
Freshman Jack Nichols will be representing Iowa State's College of Liberal Arts and Sciences during the Iowa State Innovation Pitch competition Tuesday night.Nichols is one of the co-founders of a new marketing product named Spotlight, a mobile app that helps serve both businesses and consumers.
College of Human Sciences announces new nursing program
The College of Human Sciences is now accepting enrollments into their new nursing program. The program is designed for nurses who would like to further their education about nursing and explore diverse ways to help their patients.“The uniqueness about our program is our ability to integrate courses in human nutrition and disease prevention into the nursing curriculum,” said Ruth MacDonald, interim senior associate dean of the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences.
Top five places to take a nap on campus
Happy National Sleep in Public Day!In honor of the day, here are some of the best places to take a nap on campus. Grab your earbuds, lay your head down and you’re good to go.Multicultural Student Affairs Room Located in the Student Services building, this room is home to some of the more comfortable couches on campus. Biorenewables Complex buildingWhen you enter the building, you will see a few couches like this.
ISU rated safest campus in Iowa, top 50 nationwide
The Campanile in November, taken from the southeast. Ian Steenhoek / Iowa State Daily The National Council for Home Safety and Security has ranked Iowa State University as the 28th safest campus in the nation in their 2018 Safest College Campuses report.This is a drop from their 2017 report, which listed Iowa State 10 spots higher at 18th. Cmdr.
Sigma Alpha Iota: Women in Music Giving Back
Sigma Alpha Iota, (SAI), a service-based Greek organization, is empowering women in music and giving back to the community through their unique philanthropy projects.The 105-year-old international music fraternity is well-known for their service to the community and their efforts to better the lives of individuals within it through music and sisterhood.
Funding for higher education: tuition continues to cover majority of university costs
Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds released her budget Tuesday, recommending an appropriation to Iowa State which follows a pattern of state funding remaining generally flat despite growing costs to the university.Since 2009, the university’s expenditures have grown over $200 million.
Editorial: Welcome back to the new year and a new semester
Welcome back to a chilly new year and a new semester, and for those who just joined Iowa State this semester, welcome to Iowa State University. We hope everyone returned refreshed, restored and prepared to engage again with their academic venture.As the semester has already begun this week, it's an ideal time to acquaint yourself with your classes, schedules and instructors.
Des Moines Gay Men's Chorus brings Christmas classics to First Christian
Whether it’s a Christmas special, a food pantry benefit or a governor’s inauguration, it seems there’s nowhere the Des Moines Gay Men’s Chorus hasn’t performed.On Dec. 15 and 16 the forty-man troupe sang Christmas classics such as "Santa Baby" as well as their own special rendition of "I Saw Daddy Kissing Santa Claus" at Des Moines First Christian Church.“The churches have been so accepting,” said Doyle Monsma, second-tenor and original member of the Des Moines Gay Men’s Chorus (DMGMC).
Library to pay for digital New York Times subscription
The library will fund a one-year digital New York Times subscription for all students, faculty and staff after the Iowa State Student Government opted to discontinue the digital New York Times subscription in November.At a price of $35,000, Student Government initially footed the bill last year, but senators under the current administration deemed it would be best to cancel the subscription after concerns regarding student usage and promotion.
Throwback Thursday: Lincoln Way/Beach Ave. Intersection
Lincoln Way at Beach Ave. +1 Lincoln Way pictured from the east in 1915. Photo Courtesy of Ames Public Library +1 Lincoln Way at Beach Ave. Pictures from the west in 1962. Photo Courtesy of Ames Public Library Lincoln Way, pictured in 1915 and 1962.In the photo from 1915, Lincoln Way is pictured from the east. Cottages lie on the right side where Linden Hall is today. Houses lie on the left side of the street where several fraternities are today. In the photo from 1962, the Beach Ave.
Sigma Chi sanctioned for hazing, Phi Gamma Delta sanctioned for contempt
Sigma Chi was sanctioned for hazing, contempt, misuse of alcoholic beverages and controlled substances and violation of conditions of recognition, while Phi Gamma Delta (FIJI) has been sanctioned for contempt, misuse of alcoholic beverages and controlled substances and violation of conditions of recognition.The sanctions were posted on the Office of Student Conduct's (OSC) website, however the sanctions for Sigma Chi took place Dec. 7 and FIJI on Dec.
Throwback Thursday: Morrill Hall
Morrill Hall Constructed in 1890, Morrill Hall was deemed unsafe in 1996. It was saved from demolition by ISU President Gregory Geoffroy and was reopened in 2007. Archive photo courtesy of Special Collections and University Archives / Iowa State University Library In the modern photo, cars can be seen parked along Morrill Road. The new staircase in front of the building holds the sculpture “Transformation,” which was designed by Albert Paley.
Throwback Thursday: Carrie Chapman Catt Hall
Carrie Chapman Catt Hall: The ISD Editorial Board demands a name change to Call Hall in the name of inclusivity and values. Archive photos graciously provided by Special Collections and University Archives / Iowa State University Library. Pictured in 1955 and 61 years later in 2016, the area around Catt Hall has been renovated to include a sign, the Plaza of Heroines as well as a new sidewalk. Students can be seen commuting in both photos. Catt Hall from this angle is now largely obscured by trees.
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