Iowa State University Foundation

Welcome back, Cyclones! We’re so excited to see all your smiling faces back on campus! Get ready for an amazing year filled with new adventures, friendships, and memories. Let’s make this semester the best one yet!

We had a blast meeting all the new Cyclones at the Destination Iowa State kick-off! A huge thanks to everyone who swung by to learn how our amazing donors make a difference and meet our Phone Center crew. Have an awesome year, Cyclones!

Get your Cyclone ready for the fall semester! The student-run @Innovate1858 shop features merch made by Iowa State alumni and current students. You can find the store in the Student Innovation Center, made possible by our amazing donors! Visit the store on campus or go online to get gear FOR CYCLONES, BY CYCLONES! See the link in our bio!

Destination Iowa State is just around the corner and we’re exCYted! The ISU Foundation Phone Center crew is gearing up to kick off this awesome three-day event. It’s the perfect time for new and transfer students to come together, celebrate the start of the school year, and dive into some classic Iowa State traditions. Swing by, say hi, and snag some cool swag! https://bit.ly/4cG7NLz

Congratulations to Jeremy Jacobsen, who has been selected as one of two 2024 Governors Staff Award recipients! Beginning his career at the foundation as an Iowa State student, Jeremy now serves as senior director of development for the College of Engineering. Jeremy is often asked to mentor new foundation employees and takes pride in seeing his colleagues grow in their roles. He embodies servant-leadership — using his energy to help others and find ways to support and advance the university’s mission. The Governors Staff Award recognizes outstanding service and personal commitment to the foundation and the university. ISU Foundation Governors Awards Committee selects honorees from foundation employees nominated by their peers.

Congratulations to Tessa Fjelland, who has been selected as one of two 2024 Governors Staff Award recipients! A staff member since 2012, Tessa serves as director of research strategies and emerging markets. She exemplifies service and commitment by taking the initiative to tackle problems across multiple teams, often sparking innovative solutions to support our strategic goals. Tessa is a gifted leader who shows compassion for her colleagues and makes work fun. The Governors Staff Award recognizes outstanding service and personal commitment to the foundation and the university. ISU Foundation Governors Awards Committee selects honorees from foundation employees nominated by their peers.

Catch Iowa State volleyball this summer! This American Volleyball Coaches Association (AVCA) Team Academic Award-winning team will hold the annual Cardinal and Gold Scrimmage on Saturday, Aug. 17, at 1 p.m. For more information about the team’s full non-conference schedule and ticket information, visit: https://bit.ly/3XhN50t

We're thrilled to be among the many members of the Iowa State University community to welcome Jason Keith as the new Senior Vice President and Provost. With a stellar record of academic leadership at another land-grant university, Dr. Keith is set to drive Iowa State’s academic programs to new heights. Get to know Dr. Keith and help us welcome him to Iowa State! https://lnkd.in/gZMkTGyJ

Join our team at the Iowa State University Foundation! We’re hiring a Director of Data Governance to lead our data management strategies and ensure optimal data governance. Partner with business and technology leaders to establish data quality controls. Core responsibilities include creating a data governance system, developing a business data roadmap, and staying updated on industry trends. Apply now to make a significant impact! Apply here: https://bit.ly/3WGFh6B

It’s Book Lovers Day, and we know just where to go – Parks Library! Did you know that the library is open 112.5 hours a week, and last year, there were 33,015 total checkouts? So, head over to Parks Library, grab a book, claim one of the library’s more than 2,300 seats, and celebrate the day by reading! And don’t forget, the generosity of donors helps make this building and the library’s collections a book lovers' dream!