Welcome to the Cyclone family

The New Student Programs office is here to ensure a smooth and exciting transition to Iowa State University. From hosting engaging orientation sessions to organizing Destination Iowa State—a dynamic program filled with activities and resources tailored to help you connect, learn, and thrive—our team is dedicated to preparing you for success as a new Cyclone.

Explore our programs

Start your Iowa State journey with programs designed to set you up for success.

Meet the team

  • Sarah Merrill, New Student Programs Director

    Sarah Merrill

    Director

  • Jordan_Baumgardner_NSP

    Jordan Baumgardner

    Assistant Director of Destination Iowa State

  • kim_ferguson_NSP

    Kim Ferguson

    Assistant Director of Orientation

  • Kelsey Nation, New Student Programs

    Kelsey Nation

    Online Orientation Coordinator

  • Maddy Spikes

    Maddy Spikes

    Student Development Coordinator

  • Danielle Fineza, New Student Programs

    Danielle Fineza

    Event Coordinator

  • Ohge_Kim

    Kim Ohge

    Secretary

Location

5530 Memorial Union
Ames, IA 50011-1130

Phone and email

515-294-0801
nsp@iastate.edu

Office hours

Weekdays, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.