Admitted Student Day

College of Agriculture and Life Sciences

 Ag Business and Economics: Class Shadow of ECON 1020 
Sit in on a class lecture of an economics class: "Bid and Inflate: The Auction Game of Money and Prices."

 Animal Reproduction: Revolutionizing AI-Powered Fertility Testing 
Discover how researchers are harnessing artificial intelligence to transform animal fertility testing.

 Customize Your Interests Into One Major: Agricultural Studies 
Hear from current students on their discovery path and how they ultimately pursued Agricultural Studies. Learn about this flexible program and the endless opportunities available to you as a student. 

 Environmental Issues and Cleaner Water with Environmental Science
Explore the topic of water quality in Iowa and get an overview of water quality research here at Iowa State University. 

 Exploring Global Resource Systems
Engage in an activity exploring the interconnectedness of our global community while learning about the Global Resource Systems major.

 Finding Your Way to Feed Technology
Come learn about the ISU Feed Technology program. We recruit, prepare and place students with backgrounds in science, technology, engineering, logistics and management in the global feed, grain, animal and bioproducts industries in this unique to ISU program.

 Horticulture Greenhouse Tour
Come and see how a greenhouse operates and what is growing in the Charles Hall greenhouse located in Horticulture Hall.

 Life as a College of Agriculture and Life Sciences Student Panel
Being a College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) student means being able to explore different interests through our opportunities. Ask our panel of current students how they discovered their path to success.

 Major in Biology or Genetics: Charting your Path to Careers in Medicine and Health Professions
Biology and Genetics are excellent majors for students interested in health professions! Learn how they prepare you for applying to medical (dental, optometry, physician assistant, etc.) schools and other allied health programs (such as Pre-Vet). We'll also have a panel of current Biology and Genetics students discuss their experiences.

 Tractor Engines, Mechanical Power Trains, and Hydraulic Systems, oh my! Facility Tour
Tour hands-on lab spaces like the engines lab, power fluid lab, and the Tractor Power Lab where students learn about the theory and construction of tractor engines, mechanical power trains, and hydraulic systems.

 Where Agronomy Meets Seed Science
Learn about opportunities rooted in soil and crop science. Then tour the internationally known Seed Science Center where they perform tests on tens of thousands of seed samples, making it one of the world's largest seed testing programs.

Ivy College of Business

 Money & Markets
Explore how Ivy students use numbers to tell powerful business stories – from financial reporting to investment strategy and risk analysis. Great for students interested in accounting, finance, business economics, actuarial science, or related areas.

 Sales Advantage
Learn how Ivy’s Professional Sales Certificate helps students in any major gain the skills and confidence to stand out in any career. Ideal for students interested in sales, persuasive communication, customer engagement, or expanding their career versatility.

College of Design

 A VR Journey Through Interior Space
Explore famous interior spaces with VR technology, and check out the exciting project work of interior design students at Iowa State.

 All About the Design Core
Interested in architecture, art, graphic design, illustration, industrial design, interior design, landscape architecture, or undecided on a design major? You'll complete our first year core program. Learn more in this session.

 Architecture Collage Charette
Design challenges, or charettes, are a part of the architecture student experience at Iowa State. Participate in a mini version in this hands-on session.

Architecture History Class Visit
Observe a design history course on contemporary and 20th century architecture.

 College of Design Facilities Tour
Join a current-student led tour of the College of Design's 6-floor home to see studio, exhibition, dining, and classes spaces used by most design majors.

Digital Photography Class Visit
Visit a digital photography for graphic designers class to see how we manipulate images.

 Game Design Info + Walking Tour
See the game design spaces and facilities while learning about the program that offers distinct tracks in game art, game computing, and game worlds.

 Graphic Design Student Portfolios
Meet students in the graphic design program and view their portfolios to see the caliber and array of work created at Iowa State.

 Interior Design Info Session
Humans spend 80 percent of their lives indoors. Learn how you can impact human wellness in Iowa State's interior design program.

 Landscape Architecture Information Session
Explore the full range of traditional freehand & advanced computer graphics & modeling including 2D & 3D Software, AI tools & drone footage, used in landscape architecture.

Product Design Junior Studio Visit
Visit industrial design studios to see what our juniors are creating.

Product Design Sophomore Studio Visit
Visit industrial design studios to see what our sophomores are creating.

 Resources for Design Student Success
We want every design student to have the resources they need to succeed. Learn how we support students in this session.

Urban Geography Class Visit
Planners study the origin and evolution of urban areas and how changes are made in this junior level class.

 What's Happening in Art History?
Exploring the history of art, from the earliest markings on cave walls to bananas taped to museum walls. Our classes are open to all Iowa State students intrigued by stories of the creative side of human nature.

 Wood Veneer Key chains and Magnets Workshop
Visit the woodworking studio and learn about classes taught there while using various wood veneers to design and make your own key chain or magnet souvenir.

 Working Together: Meaningful Results through Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Meet students and faculty in an interdisciplinary design studio visit to experience how we work together to achieve award winning design projects.

College of Engineering

 Biomedical Engineering at Iowa State
Making life better for those experiencing health-related challenges is what biomedical engineering is all about. This session explores some of the interesting biomedical-related research being conducted by our faculty and students.

 Ecosystems, Vehicle Systems, Greenhouse Systems & Biological Systems: The ABE Student Experience
The Department of Agricultural & Biosystems Engineering (ABE) has many curriculum options to choose from including Power & Machinery, Ecological, Food & Bioprocessing & Animal/Agricultural Production Systems. Come learn about these curriculum options in ABE from advisors and current students to hear about awesome hands-on/lab opportunities in classes and intriguing internship experiences.

 Engineering Majors Overview Presentation
Learn about the 15 different engineering majors and other student resources like career services, study abroad, and learning communities. Great for students who know they want to be engineers but not sure which one to major in!

 Experience Aerospace Engineering
Take a self-guided tour of the department’s three floors of unique innovative academic labs. Meet key instructors while touring our hands-on lab spaces such as the flight simulation lab, spaceflight simulation lab, make to innovate experience, senior design and wind simulation and testing (WiST) lab.

 Industrial Engineering: People, Processes, Products, and Problem-Solving in the Systems Around Us
Industrial engineers improve processes to help people in EVERY industry, including aerospace, energy, entertainment, finance, healthcare, manufacturing, and transportation. Using high-tech automation, ergonomics, and optimization, they manage technical engineering design teams and make critical business decisions. See the new Therkildsen Building and hear IE students and faculty share their experiences.

 Lunch with Engineering Students
This catered lunch will allow you to visit with current engineering students and hear about their student experience.

 Materials Engineering: The World of Polymers and Soft Materials
Discover how polymers, molecules that can be as stretchy as rubber or as strong as plastics, shape innovations in healthcare, sustainability, and technology. This session introduces the field of soft materials through real-world examples and hands-on samples, highlighting the exciting opportunities in materials engineering research and careers.

 Mechanical Engineering Information Session
Learn more about the Mechanical Engineering program at Iowa State.

 Nondestructive Evaluation - Keeping the World Safe
Learn what nondestructive evaluation is and how it helps keep the world safe. Iowa State, through the College of Engineering is the only university to offer a minor in nondestructive evaluation. The NDE minor is available to any ISU engineering student, regardless of their engineering degree.

 Versatility through Chemical Engineering
Set off a successful chain reaction in your career by majoring in this versatile field. Our students have built exciting careers in companies working with everything from microelectronics to pharmaceuticals. Learn about our degree program from an academic advisor and current chemical engineering undergraduates.

College of Health and Human Sciences

 Academic Session: Elementary Education
Sit down with an advisor from Elementary Education to discuss coursework, student teaching, research, and job opportunities. This session is for first-time campus visitors, or previous visitors who did not attend an Elementary Education information session.

 Academic Session: Secondary Teacher Education
Sit down with an advisor from Secondary Teacher Education to discuss coursework, student teaching, research, and job opportunities. This session is for first-time campus visitors, or previous visitors who did not attend a Secondary Teacher Education information session.

 Athletic Training: A Game Plan for Success
Learn how courses, hands-on clinical experiences, experienced preceptors, and faculty combine high-tech equipment and state-of-the-art facilities in your journey to become an athletic trainer.

 Family and Consumer Sciences: Teaching the People-Centered Sciences Student-Led Workshop
Learn how Family and Consumer Sciences Education and Studies students are preparing to teach the science and art of living and working well in classrooms and in community settings through a popcorn activity led by our current students.

 Hospitality Management Through Beverage Innovation
Experience hospitality management in action through this interactive workshop where you’ll craft a seasonal café beverage while learning about guest service and the role of innovation within the hospitality industry.

 Human Development and Family Studies: The Science of People
Discover how Human Development and Family Studies applies scientific study to people, families, and relationships, linking research to real-world impact and preparing you for careers in counseling, social work, advocacy, and disability services.

 School of Education: Innovate and Create/Makerspace Tour
Tour and experience our state-of-the-art Center for Technology in Learning and Teaching to learn about the teaching resources available to all K-12 teacher education students through a hands-on activity.

 Preparing for Medical School through Undergraduate Research in the College of Health and Human Sciences Student Panel
Come hear how current students in the College of Health and Human Sciences are preparing for medical school through undergraduate research opportunities with researchers across campus.

 Seek, Find, and Grow: Exploring Early Childhood in Action
Learn how environments are designed for children's learning and development through an interactive tour of Iowa State's Child Development Laboratory School.

 Your Fashion Career in the Making
Join us in this session for hands-on activities to learn more about fashion buying, product development, and promotions in our student-run store, Innovate 1858.

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences

 A Major in the Making: Discover Opportunities as an Open Option Student
Do you have broad interests, but don't have a major selected? We invite you to join us for this interactive, discussion-based session, where you can discover a variety of Iowa State opportunities that will help you determine your academic path through the Open Option program.

 Academic Session: Secondary Teacher Education
Sit down with an advisor from Secondary Teacher Education to discuss coursework, student teaching, research, and job opportunities. This session is for first-time campus visitors, or previous visitors who did not attend a Secondary Teacher Education information session.

 Ag Business and Economics: Class Shadow of ECON 1020
Sit in on a class lecture of an economics class: "Bid and Inflate: The Auction Game of Money and Prices."

 AI Adventures in Computer Science
Step into the world of Artificial Intelligence. See a demo of building AI assistants and discover how AI is integrated into the Computer Science curriculum.

 Candy and Culture: Talk Language and Cultural Study with Students and Faculty from the Department of World Languages and Cultures
Please join students and faculty from the Department of World Languages and Cultures to learn about pairing your primary major with language and cultural coursework, studying abroad, global internships, and a plethora of minor options. We will have global trivia and candy, too!

 Careers in Statistics and Data Science
Come hear from current students and faculty about career opportunities available to Statistics and Data Science Majors, internships, and exciting research.

 Environmental Issues and Cleaner Water with Environmental Science
Explore the topic of water quality in Iowa and get an overview of water quality research here at Iowa State University. 

 Major in Biology or Genetics: Charting your Path to Careers in Medicine and Health Professions
Biology and Genetics are excellent majors for students interested in health professions! Learn how they prepare you for applying to medical (dental, optometry, physician assistant, etc.) schools and other allied health programs (such as Pre-Vet). We'll also have a panel of current Biology and Genetics students discuss their experiences.

 School of Education: Innovate and Create/Makerspace Tour
Tour and experience our state-of-the-art Center for Technology in Learning and Teaching to learn about the teaching resources available to all K-12 teacher education students through a hands-on activity.

 Undergraduate Research in Chemistry and Teaching Lab Tour + Complimentary Lunch
Join us to learn more about opportunities in Chemistry! You can meet with faculty or staff, interact with current students, and see a chemistry demonstration facilitated by our student organization.

 Visit a Digital Media Production Studio
Want to learn more about content creation? The Greenlee School may be the place for you! Join our campus studio tour, where we'll showcase Greenlee student productions. You'll also meet our talented faculty and students!

Campus Experiences

 Admissions Next Steps Presentation
Learn about student life, academic resources, and your next steps in the admissions process to become a Cyclone.

 Campus Walking Tour
Join us for a walking tour of campus led by a student tour guide.

 Complimentary Lunch
Enjoy complimentary lunch on campus.

Campus Resources

 3 Keys to Succeed: Opportunities within the Center for Student Educational Success
The Office of Multicultural Student Affairs, TRIO Student Support Services, and First Scholars Office have leadership opportunities, resources, funding, and support for you to succeed. Come learn more about what is here for you!

 Academic Success Center Overview: Supporting Students through Centralized Services
Come learn more about the academic support services, including tutoring, supplemental instruction, writing and communication consultations, and academic coaching that is available to students during their studies at Iowa State. 

 Entrepreneurship is for all Cyclones 
The Center for Entrepreneurship will lead a fun session to help you discover your entrepreneurial talents. Iowa State has one of the top-ranked entrepreneurship programs in the country with courses and experiences open to EVERY MAJOR on campus. Attend this session to learn about how you can be involved as a student. We will have some fun discovering your inner entrepreneur through a hands-on learning activity.

 Honors Program Open House
Are you already a member of the First-Year Honors Program in 2026? Still filling out your application and want more information? This drop-in, open-house style session will give you a chance to talk with ambassadors and staff to demystify Honors courses, housing, research opportunities, and the community you can be a part of in the fall. Join us in Jischke!

 Military-Affiliated Student Center (MASC) Information Session
MASC connects military-affiliated students and military-connected students to Iowa State University.

 Officer in the Making with Army ROTC
Learn To Lead! Explore the benefits of participating in Army ROTC at Iowa State University while pursuing a bachelor's degree of your choosing. Guaranteed job, post-graduation, at an advanced rank and the opportunity to serve as a Commissioned Officer in the world's best Army!

 Parks Library & Cyclone Support Central Information Session
Familiarize yourself with key university library resources! Next, explore how Cyclone Support Central offers drop-in options for wellness, connection, and success. Learn how the Navigator app and Cyclone Support Navigators connect you with support across campus.

College of Agriculture and Life Sciences

 Beyond Veterinary Medicine: Careers Outside of Being a Veterinarian - Panel
Want to make an impact in the animal world but not pursue a career in veterinary medicine? Learn about careers and industries students enter beyond being a veterinarian. 

 Culinary Food Science, Diet and Exercise, Dietetics, Food Science, and Nutritional Science Lunch in the Joan Bice Underwood Tearoom
Sit down with course instructors and current students to learn more about majors in the Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition while enjoying lunch prepared by our student-run restaurant course.

 Life Science Majors for Nature Lovers + Complimentary Lunch
Come explore how to turn a love of nature, animals, and the environment into a college major and career. Meet with faculty, advisors, and student representatives to talk about multiple majors, programs, and opportunities available in life sciences at Iowa State.

 Complimentary Lunch with College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) Student Ambassadors 
Enjoy lunch and chat with our CALS student ambassadors about their experience at Iowa State.

 Pre-Med and Pre-Health Programs at Iowa State + Complimentary Lunch
Come learn about pre-health tracks from current students who are planning to pursue medical school or other destinations such as physical therapy, dentistry, pharmacy, and other health-related professions.

 Pre-Vet Student Panel
Learn from current students about the classes, internships, and experiences important in preparing for Vet School.

Ivy College of Business

 Career Connections + Complimentary Lunch
Discover how Ivy students gain the experience, confidence, and connections to launch their careers through internships, personalized coaching, and real employer engagement. Great for students exploring business career paths or wanting to understand how Ivy supports professional development and job readiness. Note: Dietary restrictions and food requests cannot be accommodated. 

 Data & Decisions + Complimentary Lunch
See how technology, analytics, and operations come together to keep the business world moving. A good fit for students interested in management information systems, business analytics, supply chain management, or tech-driven problem solving. Note: Dietary restrictions and food requests cannot be accommodated.

College of Design

 A VR Journey Through Interior Space
Explore famous interior spaces with VR technology, and check out the exciting project work of interior design students at Iowa State.

AI for Artists and Designers
How is AI being introduced and integrated into creative industry practices? We will cover how artists and designers are thinking about these technologies and ways they are integrating AI into their creative practice.

 Architecture Lunch and Learn
What makes Iowa State's architecture program highly ranked and in demand with employers? Learn about this STEM professional degree program in this session where lunch is provided.

 Architecture Student Publication Panel + Complimentary Lunch
Join a panel showcasing student-led Design publications where students and faculty discuss the wide range of opportunities in writing, editing, and layout design that foster collaboration, authorship, and professional growth. Lunch provided.

 Color in Time and Place Lunch & Learn
The colors we observe can fix us to time and place. Analyzing images and locations and what they tell us about place. Lunch provided.

Game Design Course Visit
Visit an in-progress game design course and learn how students are working together to make games.

 Graphic Design Lunch & Learn
Iowa State offers a top ranked graphic design program. Learn why it's so admired and about the work our students make in this info session where lunch is provided.

 Industrial Design Lunch & Learn
Learn about Iowa State's industrial design major and see student work in this faculty-led session.

 Landscape Architecture Lunch & Learn
Explore the full range of traditional freehand & advanced computer graphics & modeling including 2D & 3D Software, AI tools & drone footage, used in landscape architecture. Lunch is provided.

 Pre-Med and Pre-Health Programs at Iowa State + Complimentary Lunch
Come learn about pre-health tracks from current students who are planning to pursue medical school or other destinations such as physical therapy, dentistry, pharmacy, and other health-related professions.

 What's Happening in Art History?
Exploring the history of art, from the earliest markings on cave walls to bananas taped to museum walls! Our classes are open to all Iowa State students intrigued by stories of the creative side of human nature.

 Wood Veneer Key chains and Magnets Workshop + Complimentary Lunch
Visit the woodworking studio and learn about classes taught there while using various wood veneers to design and make your own key chain or magnet souvenir. Lunch provided at the 12:05 session.

 Working Together: Meaningful Results through Interdisciplinary Collaboration + Complimentary Lunch
Meet students and faculty in an interdisciplinary design studio visit to experience how we work together to achieve award winning design projects. Lunch is provided.

College of Engineering

 Experience Aerospace Engineering
Take a self-guided tour of the department’s three floors of unique innovative academic labs. Meet key instructors while touring our hands-on lab spaces such as the flight simulation lab, spaceflight simulation lab, make to innovate experience, senior design and wind simulation and testing (WiST) lab.

 Industrial Engineering: People, Processes, Products, and Problem-Solving in the Systems Around Us
Industrial engineers improve processes to help people in EVERY industry, including aerospace, energy, entertainment, finance, healthcare, manufacturing, and transportation. Using high-tech automation, ergonomics, and optimization, they manage technical engineering design teams and make critical business decisions. See the new Therkildsen Building and hear IE students and faculty share their experiences.

 Lunch with Engineering Students
This catered lunch will allow you to visit with current engineering students and hear about their student experience.

 Mechanical Engineering Information Session
Learn more about the Mechanical Engineering program at Iowa State.

 Nondestructive Evaluation - Keeping the World Safe
Learn what nondestructive evaluation is and how it helps keep the world safe. Iowa State, through the College of Engineering is the only university to offer a minor in Nondestructive Evaluation. The NDE minor is available to any ISU engineering student, regardless of their engineering degree.

 Pre-Med and Pre-Health Programs at Iowa State + Complimentary Lunch
Come learn about pre-health tracks from current students who are planning to pursue medical school or other destinations such as physical therapy, dentistry, pharmacy, and other health-related professions.

College of Health and Human Sciences

 Careers in Financial Counseling and Planning: For-Profit Sector
Connect with for-profit financial professionals who hire Financial Counseling and Planning graduates. Discover how Iowa State's Financial Counseling and Planning major's co-op model prepares students for high-demand and high-impact careers in financial services.

 Culinary Food Science, Diet and Exercise, Dietetics, Food Science, and Nutritional Science Lunch in the Joan Bice Underwood Tearoom
Sit down with course instructors and current students to learn more about majors in the Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition while enjoying lunch prepared by our student-run restaurant course.

 Early Childhood Education Student and Staff Panel & Lunch
Connect and enjoy lunch with Students, Faculty and Staff in Early Childhood Education to learn more about practicum and field experiences that bring learning to life.

 Family and Consumer Sciences: Teaching the People-Centered Sciences Student-Led Workshop
Learn how Family and Consumer Sciences Education and Studies students are preparing to teach the science and art of living and working well in classrooms and in community settings through a popcorn activity led by our current students.

 How the Kinesiology and Health Major Prepares You for a Health Career
Learn how kinesiology students gain the skills and experience to set themselves apart as they apply to their desired health professional programs and careers.

 Lunch and Learn with Hospitality Students and Faculty
Connect with students, faculty, and advisors over lunch in the Joan Bice Underwood Tearoom and learn how the Hospitality Management Program prepares students for careers across the industry.

 Pre-Med and Pre-Health Programs at Iowa State + Complimentary Lunch
Come learn about pre-health tracks from current students who are planning to pursue medical school or other destinations such as physical therapy, dentistry, pharmacy, and other health-related professions.

 School of Education: Pizza with Future Teachers
Enjoy pizza and casual conversation with current K-12 teacher education students and learn why Iowa State is where the best teachers are taught.

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences

 Developing the In-Demand Skills Employers Want with Communication Studies + Complimentary Lunch
Join us for an experiential activity as we discuss the communication skills companies seek in new hires.

 English Is Words in Action: From Labs to Literature, from Writing to Welding + Complimentary Lunch
Over lunch and games, come explore with faculty, graduates, and current students how Iowa State’s 21st-century major prepares you for a world of action across industries and professions.

 Experience ISU Band - Wind Ensemble Rehearsal
Enjoy the experience of a Wind Ensemble rehearsal.

 Experience ISU Choir - Ensemble Rehearsal
Enjoy the experience of an Iowa State Singers rehearsal.

 Experience Psychology! + Complimentary Lunch
Are you interested in learning more about psychology? This is your chance to learn about the field through a series of fun and engaging demonstrations led by Psychology professor Dr. Bob Hessling.

 Explore ISU Theatre + Complimentary Lunch
Enjoy a panel discussion with ISU Theatre students and faculty. Learn more about the major and other opportunities in our department, while enjoying a provided lunch.

 How LAS Career Services Helps You Transition to Adulting in the Workforce + Complimentary Lunch
Stop by LAS Career Services to meet with a career advisor and learn about the resources available to students at Iowa State. This is a come-and-go event, lunch will be provided.

 Innovate in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
Learn about innovation and entrepreneurship opportunities in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences and tour the Student Innovation Center.

 Law and Political Science at ISU + Complimentary Lunch
Experience how political science can prepare you for law-related careers. Join us for a mini-lecture by a faculty member, followed by a Q&A session with current students.

 Life Science Majors for Nature Lovers + Complimentary Lunch
Come explore how to turn a love of nature, animals, and the environment into a college major and career. Meet with faculty, advisors, and student representatives to talk about multiple majors, programs, and opportunities available in life sciences at Iowa State.

 Opportunities in the Integrated Health Sciences Major
Come explore opportunities for students in the new Integrated Health Sciences major and discover careers graduates are prepared for.

 Pre-Med and Pre-Health Programs at Iowa State + Complimentary Lunch
Come learn about pre-health tracks from current students who are planning to pursue medical school or other destinations such as physical therapy, dentistry, pharmacy, and other health-related professions.

 School of Education: Pizza with Future Teachers
Enjoy pizza and casual conversation with current K-12 teacher education students and learn why Iowa State is where the best teachers are taught.

 Uncover the Past with the Department of History + Complimentary Lunch
Everything has a history, including lunch. Visit the Department of History and chat with students and faculty about the work they do in the classroom and beyond. Learn about our department and have a light lunch.

Campus Experiences

 Admissions Next Steps Presentation
Learn about student life, academic resources, and your next steps in the admissions process to become a Cyclone.

 Campus Walking Tour
Join us for a walking tour of campus led by a student tour guide.

 Complimentary Lunch
Enjoy complimentary lunch on campus.

Campus Resources

 Entrepreneurship is for all Cyclones
The Center for Entrepreneurship will lead a fun session to help you discover your entrepreneurial talents. Iowa State has one of the top-ranked entrepreneurship programs in the country with courses and experiences open to EVERY MAJOR on campus.  Attend this session to learn about how you can be involved as a student.  We will have some fun discovering your inner entrepreneur through a hands-on learning activity.

 Experience ISU Band - Wind Ensemble Rehearsal
Enjoy the experience of a Wind Ensemble rehearsal.

 Experience ISU Choir - Ensemble Rehearsal
Enjoy the experience of an Iowa State Singers rehearsal.

 Explore ISU Theatre + Complimentary Lunch
Enjoy a panel discussion with ISU Theatre students and faculty. Learn more about the major and other opportunities in our department, while enjoying a provided lunch.

 Explore Study Abroad and National Exchange Opportunities
Join representatives from the Study Abroad Center and National Student Exchange to learn about exciting opportunities in and outside of the U.S. Programs are available to suit all majors, are taught in English or with the option to study a language, and range from one week to one year and everything in between!

 Get Involved with Student Engagement - Presentation and Student Panel
Interested in getting involved on campus? Hear from Student Engagement staff about opportunities and ask questions from a panel of student leaders. Curious about campus involvement? Hear from Student Engagement staff, chat with a panel of student leaders, and discover exciting ways to get engaged with campus. Ask questions, explore opportunities, and see how you can make the most of your college experience from day one!

 Honors Program Open House
Are you already a member of the First-Year Honors Program in 2026? Still filling out your application and want more information? This drop-in, open-house style session will give you a chance to talk with ambassadors and staff to demystify Honors courses, housing, research opportunities, and the community you can be a part of in the fall. Join us in Jischke!

 Officer in the Making with Army ROTC
Learn To Lead! Explore the benefits of participating in Army ROTC at Iowa State University while pursuing a Bachelor's Degree of your choosing. Guaranteed job, post-graduation, at an advanced rank and the opportunity to serve as a Commissioned Officer in the world's best Army!

College of Agriculture and Life Sciences

 Academic Sessions
Sit down with an advisor from an area below to discuss coursework, internships, research, and job opportunities.

• Agriculture and Life Sciences Education
• Agricultural and Rural Policy Studies
• Agricultural Business
• Agricultural Communication
• Agricultural Studies
• Agricultural Systems Technology
• Agronomy
• Animal Science and Dairy Science
• Biochemistry
• Biology and Genetics
• Culinary Food Science, Diet and Exercise, Dietetics, Food Science, and Nutritional Science
• Digital and Precision Agriculture
• Environmental Science
• Forestry
• Global Resource Systems
• Horticulture
• Industrial Technology
• Microbiology
• Wildlife and Fisheries Conservation and Ecology

 Finding Your Way to Feed Technology
Come learn about the ISU Feed Technology program. We recruit, prepare and place students with backgrounds in science, technology, engineering, logistics and management in the global feed, grain, animal and bioproducts industries in this unique to ISU program.

 Complimentary Lunch with College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) Student Ambassadors 
Enjoy lunch and chat with our CALS student ambassadors about their experience at Iowa State.

 Tech Meets Sustainability: Discover Your Path in ABE to a Future That Feeds and Fuels the World
Experience interactive demos that blend technology, sustainability, and problem-solving in the Department of Agricultural & Biosystems Engineering. Explore four majors, Agricultural Systems Technology, Industrial Technology, Agricultural Engineering, & Biological Systems Engineering, where you’ll learn to design, manage, and innovate systems that improve food, energy, and manufacturing worldwide — and find the one that fits your passion.

Ivy College of Business

 Career Connections
Discover how Ivy students gain the experience, confidence, and connections to launch their careers through internships, personalized coaching, and real employer engagement. Great for students exploring business career paths or wanting to understand how Ivy supports professional development and job readiness.

 People & Performance
If you’re drawn to leadership, creativity, or building something new, discover how Ivy students learn to inspire people and innovate across industries. Ideal for students interested in management, human resources, healthcare management, entrepreneurship, or marketing.

College of Design

 A VR Journey Through Interior Space
Explore famous interior spaces with VR technology, and check out the exciting project work of interior design students at Iowa State.

AI for Artists and Designers
How is AI being introduced and integrated into creative industry practices? We will cover how artists and designers are thinking about these technologies and ways they are integrating AI into their creative practice.

 Architecture 2nd Year Studio Tour
See the studio spaces occupied by sophomore year architecture students in this interactive tour where classes will be in session.

 Art, Illustration, & Art History Info Session
100% placement art program? That's Iowa State. Learn about the majors offered by the Department of Art and Visual Culture in this session.

 Ceramic Totem Sculpture Workshop
Explore the ceramics studio and learn about the glazes, firings, and student work while creating clay objects that will be joined together to create a larger sculpture.

Coffee Shops of Tomorrow Studio Visit
Visit an interdisciplinary design studio creating innovative designs for a coffee roaster in Koreatown, NYC as well as a new coffee brand for a South Korean company.

 College of Design Facilities Tour
Join a current-student led tour of the College of Design's 6-floor home to see studio, exhibition, dining, and classes spaces used by most design majors.

Creating Design Centered Spaces
Designers have a lot to learn from each other. Visit this interdisciplinary studio to see how students gain inspiration and develop their unique artistic identities.

Designing and Building Schools in Peru
Iowa State's reach extends beyond our borders. Visit an interdisciplinary design studio to see how we're designing and building a K-12 campus in Lima.

Designing for Health Studio Visit
Your environment shapes your well-being. Visit an interdisciplinary design studio that examines the role of design in medical facilities.

Designing for Play in Iowa: Studio Visit
Nature is fun! Visit an interdisciplinary design studio creating nature playscapes in Bondurant, Iowa.

Design Prototyping and Testing
Students in this interdisciplinary design studio are exploring digital simulations, materials, and testing prototypes to create universal regenerative interventions with wide applications. Visit to learn more.

Ecological Design Class Visit
See how 3rd year landscape architecture students design for different landscapes in this studio course.

Entrepreneurship in Graphic Design
Meet graphic design students and faculty engaged in creating and running their own businesses.

 Game Design Student Showcase
Visit with game design students, see their projects, and hear their experiences.

Hospitality Design in Germany Class Visit
Join an interdisciplinary design studio to see how architecture, interior design, landscape architecture, and other art and design majors are working together to design a hotel in Berlin.

Homes of the Future Studio Visit
What will future homes look and feel like? How will they function? Join an interdisciplinary design studio to find out.

Landscape Architecture Design Studio Visit
Attend a design studio on site development for landscape architects.

 Placemaking with Land Art, Earthworks, & Sculpture
Learn how landscape architects use land art, earthworks, and sculpture to create meaningful and memorable places.

 Processes of Creative Photography Demo
Explore processes and techniques covered in photography studio courses including examples of student projects. There will be a demonstration of black & white printing in the darkroom.

Professional Practices for Artists Class Visit
How do we achieve 100% placement in our art major? See how we prepare students for graduation in this class.

Senior Industrial Design Showcase
Join a capstone design studio to see how our students are solving contemporary problems with their ideas.

 Silk Painting Demonstration
See how silk is prepared, how pigments interact with the surface, and how brush techniques create delicate transitions and atmospheric depth in this art form practiced for over 2,000 years.

The Future of Small Towns Studio Visit
Visit an interdisciplinary design studio to learn how Iowa State helps small communities with pressing challenges plan for the future.

 Urban Planning Info Session & Student Panel
Panel discussion with a group of current students studying urban planning at Iowa State.

 What's Happening in Art History?
Exploring the History of Art, from the earliest markings on cave walls to bananas taped to museum walls! Our classes are open to all Iowa State students intrigued by stories of the creative side of human nature!

 When Engineering Meets Design Studio Visit
See how designers and engineers are working together to create real solutions in an interdisciplinary design studio.

 Working Together: Meaningful Results through Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Meet students and faculty in an interdisciplinary design studio visit to experience how we work together to achieve award winning design projects.

College of Engineering

 Biomedical Engineering Student Panel
Hear from current students about their experiences in the Biomedical Engineering program and what makes our program unique.

 Civil and Environmental Engineering Serving You
Design infrastructure. Connect people and places. Protect people and the environment. Attend this session and learn about the role of civil and environmental engineers in society. Ask current students about internships, student organizations, study abroad, and undergraduate research and hear how you will learn to tackle many challenges facing society.

 Construction Engineering: Building the Future. Literally.
From managing billion-dollar projects to shaping sustainable cities, Construction Engineers play a critical role in how our world is built. Explore career paths in project management, structural and building systems, infrastructure, and more. Whether you're passionate about engineering, business, or leadership, this session will show you how Construction Engineering at Iowa State can lay the foundation for a powerful career.

 Electrical, Computer and Cyber Security Engineering Overview
Overview of the Electrical, Computer, & Cyber Security Engineering majors with touches of curriculum and career services.

 Engineering Study Abroad: Where in the World are You Going?
Picture yourself earning credits toward your major while meeting amazing people, experiencing cultures and exploring all corners of the globe. Let’s begin mapping your journey to becoming a global engineer.

 Experience Aerospace Engineering
Take a self-guided tour of the department’s three floors of unique innovative academic labs. Meet key instructors while touring our hands-on lab spaces such as the flight simulation lab, spaceflight simulation lab, make to innovate experience, senior design and wind simulation and testing (WiST) lab.

 Industrial Engineering: People, Processes, Products, and Problem-Solving in the Systems Around Us
Industrial engineers improve processes to help people in EVERY industry, including aerospace, energy, entertainment, finance, healthcare, manufacturing, and transportation. Using high-tech automation, ergonomics, and optimization, they manage technical engineering design teams and make critical business decisions. See the new Therkildsen Building and hear IE students and faculty share their experiences.

 Mechanical Engineering Information Session
Learn more about the Mechanical Engineering program at Iowa State.

 Nondestructive Evaluation - Keeping the World Safe!
Learn what nondestructive evaluation is and how it helps keep the world safe. Iowa State, through the College of Engineering is the only university to offer a Minor in Nondestructive Evaluation. The NDE minor is available to any ISU engineering student, regardless of their engineering degree.

 Setting Yourself Up For Career Success
Engineering Career Services advisors will share industry insight into building skills and experiences for first year students in their transition to college. Learn how to stand out in the crowd and market yourself to employers!

 Software Engineering Information Session
Learn more about Software Engineering at Iowa State through a conversation with Software Engineering academic advisors and students.

 Tech Meets Sustainability: Discover Your Path in ABE to a Future That Feeds and Fuels the World
Experience interactive demos that blend technology, sustainability, and problem-solving in the Department of Agricultural & Biosystems Engineering. Explore four majors, Agricultural Systems Technology, Industrial Technology, Agricultural Engineering, & Biological Systems Engineering, where you’ll learn to design, manage, and innovate systems that improve food, energy, and manufacturing worldwide — and find the one that fits your passion.

 Versatility through Chemical Engineering
Set off a successful chain reaction in your career by majoring in this versatile field. Our students have built exciting careers in companies working with everything from microelectronics to pharmaceuticals. Learn about our degree program from an academic advisor and current Chemical Engineering undergraduates.

 When Engineering Meets Design Studio Visit
See how designers and engineers are working together to create real solutions in an interdisciplinary design studio.

College of Health and Human Sciences

 Academic Sessions
Sit down with an advisor from an area below to discuss coursework, internships, research, and job opportunities.

• Athletic Training
• Culinary Food Science, Diet and Exercise, Dietetics, Food Science, and Nutritional Science
• Early Childhood Education
• Education Studies
• Elementary Education
• Event Management
• Family and Consumer Sciences Education and Studies
• Fashion Design and Merchandising
• Financial Counseling and Planning
• Hospitality Management
• Human Development and Family Studies
• Kinesiology and Health
• Secondary Teacher Education
• Nursing RN-to-BSN (session for students who are accepted to the RN-to-BSN program and will have their RN licensure upon starting the BSN completion program)

 Explore Majors in the College of Health and Human Sciences
This session will provide an overview of all majors within the College of Health and Human Sciences for visitors who are still exploring their options. If you are a people person, then we are your people! This session is for first-time campus visitors, or previous visitors who did not attend an Undecided-Health and Human Sciences information session.

 Human Development and Family Studies Student Panel
Join a panel of Human Development and Family Studies students as they share experiences, explore career paths, and reflect on how their studies prepare them to support individuals, families, and communities across the lifespan.

 From Classroom to Career: Internships in Fashion Design and Merchandising, Event Management & Hospitality Management
Discover how internships in fashion, events, and hospitality management turn classroom learning into real-world experience. Explore opportunities and hear from students about their internship journeys.

 Kinesiology and Health Biomechanics Research Lab Interactive Session
Biomechanics maximizes human performance and prevents injuries. Observe a demonstration of equipment used to measure human movement, forces acting on the body, and muscle activity.

 School of Education: Innovate and Create/Makerspace Tour
Tour and experience our state-of-the-art Center for Technology in Learning and Teaching to learn about the teaching resources available to all K-12 teacher education students through a hands-on activity.

 Smart Event Technology and the Future of Events
Explore the latest event technology in action and see how digital tools, apps, and interactive gadgets make today’s events smarter, more exciting, and more connected.

 Your Fashion Career in the Making
Join us in this session for hands-on activities to learn more about fashion buying, product development, and promotions in our student-run store, Innovate 1858!

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences

 Academic Sessions
Sit down with an advisor from an area below to discuss coursework, internships, research, and job opportunities.

• Advertising, Digital Storytelling, Journalism and Mass Communication, and Public Relations
• Anthropology, Classical Studies, and World Languages and Cultures
• Biochemistry
• Biology and Genetics
• Chemistry
• Climate Science, Earth Sciences, and Geology
• Communication Studies
• Computer Science
• Criminal Justice, Economics, and Sociology
• Data Science, Mathematics, Statistics, and Bioinformatics and Computational Biology
• English, Linguistics, Technical Communication, and Women's and Gender Studies
• Environmental Science
• History
• Integrated Health Sciences
• Meteorology
• Music and Performing Arts
• Open Option
• Philosophy and Religious Studies
• Physics and Astronomy
• Political Science
• Psychology
• Scientific Illustration and Visualization
• Secondary Teacher Education
• Sports Media and Communication

 School of Education: Innovate and Create/Makerspace Tour
Tour and experience our state-of-the-art Center for Technology in Learning and Teaching to learn about the teaching resources available to all K-12 teacher education students through a hands-on activity.

Campus Experiences

 Campus Walking Tour
Join us for a walking tour of campus led by a student tour guide.

 Complimentary Lunch
Enjoy complimentary lunch on campus.

Campus Resources

 Entrepreneurship is for all Cyclones
The Center for Entrepreneurship will lead a fun session to help you discover your entrepreneurial talents. Iowa State has one of the top-ranked entrepreneurship programs in the country with courses and experiences open to EVERY MAJOR on campus.  Attend this session to learn about how you can be involved as a student.  We will have some fun discovering your inner entrepreneur through a hands-on learning activity.

 Explore Study Abroad and National Exchange Opportunities
Join representatives from the Study Abroad Center and National Student Exchange to learn about exciting opportunities in and outside of the U.S. Programs are available to suit all majors, are taught in English or with the option to study a language, and range from one week to one year and everything in between!

 Get Involved with Student Engagement - Presentation and Student Panel
Interested in getting involved on campus? Hear from Student Engagement staff about opportunities and ask questions from a panel of student leaders. Curious about campus involvement? Hear from Student Engagement staff, chat with a panel of student leaders, and discover exciting ways to get engaged with campus. Ask questions, explore opportunities, and see how you can make the most of your college experience from day one!

 ISU Dining 101
Here is a little taste of what you'll taste! No matter where you live, our meal plans are designed for your busy life. With more than 20 locations across campus, it's easy to find fresh, scratch-made meals when you want. In this session, you will learn about the different parts of our ISU Dining meal plans, find out more about our locations, see some of our exciting events and discover the next steps to take on your adventure at Iowa State.

 Officer in the Making with Army ROTC
Learn To Lead! Explore the benefits of participating in Army ROTC at Iowa State University while pursuing a bachelor's degree of your choosing. Guaranteed job, post-graduation, at an advanced rank and the opportunity to serve as a Commissioned Officer in the world's best Army!

 Sorority and Fraternity Information Session
Learn from sorority and fraternity leaders about the values of the community, the lifelong impact of being a member, and how to join!

 Your Future Home in the Making: Guide to Living on Campus
This session provides you with the information you need to live on campus. Learn about the residence halls, how to submit a housing contract, timelines, and more.

College of Agriculture and Life Sciences

 Animal Science Teaching Farm Tour: Equine
Join us as we tour the Animal Science Equine Teaching farm. Learn more about opportunities for you to gain hands-on experience working with animals and how we incorporate our farms in our programs. Note: Any guests who have traveled out of the country must observe a 5-day wait for contact with livestock farms.

 Animal Science Teaching Farm Tour: Poultry (Off campus – Biosecurity measures in place – See description)
Join us as we tour the Animal Science Poultry Teaching farm. Learn more about opportunities for you to gain hands-on experience working with animals and how we incorporate our farms in our programs. Note: No contact with any avian species (including parrots, canaries, etc) or swine for at least 72 hours prior to being on the farm. Any guests who have traveled out of the country must observe a 5-day wait for contact with livestock farms. This location is off campus and will require you to drive. The session will begin at 2:30 p.m. to give you enough time to travel.

 AG 450 Farm Tour (Off Campus)
Visit the student-managed farm where you will hear about the associated class and tour the operation and facilities. You'll see how Agriculture and Life Sciences students are taking science and putting it into practice. This location is off campus and will require you to drive. The session will begin at 2:30 p.m. to give you enough time to travel.

 Biochemistry from the Inside: Current Student Meet-and-Greet and Lab Tours
Meet biochemistry students on research and pre-med tracks, see the 1st-year biochemistry lab, and tour a research lab where undergraduates conduct research alongside graduate students.

 College of Veterinary Medicine Information Session and Tour (Off Campus)
Tour of Patterson Hall and the hospitals in the College of Veterinary Medicine. Recommended for students interested in pursuing veterinary medicine. This location is off campus and will require you to drive. The session will begin at 2:30 p.m. to give you time to travel to the College of Veterinary Medicine and will end at 4:00 p.m.

 Hands on with Digital and Precision Agriculture
You’ll work closely with experts from the Digital and Precision Ag major to integrate data and technology to develop a precision plan for agricultural operations.

 ISU Meat Lab Tour
Join us as we tour the ISU Meat Science Lab.

 Jack Trice Turf Tour (Off Campus)
Experience and learn about the turfgrass management processes of Jack Trice Stadium, home to Iowa State Cyclone Football. This location is off campus and will require you to drive. The session will begin at 2:30 p.m. to give you enough time to travel.

 Life as a College of Agriculture and Life Sciences Student Panel
Being a College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) student means being able to explore different interests through our opportunities. Ask our panel of current students how they discovered their path to success.

 Major in Biology or Genetics: Life Science Researchers in the Making
Hear about high-impact opportunities for Biology and Genetics majors. We'll also have a panel of current students who will discuss their experiences with high-impact activities they've been involved with, such as research, internships, study abroad, and more.

 Microbiology - the "Swiss army knife of majors" - Lab Tours
Whether you have interests in plant or animal health, food safety, medical or vet school, infectious diseases, or research, see how a major in microbiology might be your ticket to an impactful career through lab tours.

 Pre-Law Pathways at Iowa State
Join us for a discussion on resources and opportunities that prepare Iowa State students on their path to law school.

 Tech Meets Sustainability: Discover Your Path in ABE to a Future That Feeds and Fuels the World
Experience interactive demos that blend technology, sustainability, and problem-solving in the Department of Agricultural & Biosystems Engineering. Explore four majors, Agricultural Systems Technology, Industrial Technology, Agricultural Engineering, & Biological Systems Engineering, where you’ll learn to design, manage, and innovate systems that improve food, energy, and manufacturing worldwide — and find the one that fits your passion.

 The Environment, Ecology, and Conservation at the ISU camp in Montana 
The Environment, Ecology, and Conservation at the ISU camp in Montana. 

College of Design

 AI in Architecture
How does the rise of generative AI impact design and specifically architects? Find out how we use AI and safeguard design careers in this session.

 Ceramic Totem Sculpture Workshop
Explore the ceramics studio and learn about the glazes, firings, and student work while creating clay objects that will be joined together to create a larger sculpture.

Coffee Shops of Tomorrow Studio Visit
Visit an interdisciplinary design studio creating innovative designs for a coffee roaster in Koreatown, NYC as well as a new coffee brand for a South Korean company.

 Crafting the City: an Urban Planning Workshop
Calling all Mine Craft lovers! Build your own 3D city in this hands-on urban planning workshop.

Creating Design Centered Spaces
Designers have a lot to learn from each other. Visit this interdisciplinary studio to see how students gain inspiration and develop their unique artistic identities.

Designing and Building Schools in Peru
Iowa State's reach extends beyond our borders. Visit an interdisciplinary design studio to see how we're designing and building a K-12 campus in Lima.

Designing for Health Studio Visit
Your environment shapes your well-being. Visit an interdisciplinary design studio that examines the role of design in medical facilities.

Designing for Play in Iowa: Studio Visit
Nature is fun! Visit an interdisciplinary design studio creating nature playscapes in Bondurant, Iowa.

Design Prototyping and Testing
Students in this interdisciplinary design studio are exploring digital simulations, materials, and testing prototypes to create universal regenerative interventions with wide applications. Visit to learn more.

Ecological Design Class Visit
See how 3rd year landscape architecture students design for different landscapes in this studio course.

Hospitality Design in Germany Class Visit
Join an interdisciplinary design studio to see how architecture, interior design, landscape architecture, and other art and design majors are working together to design a hotel in Berlin.

Homes of the Future Studio Visit
What will future homes look and feel like? How will they function? Join an interdisciplinary design studio to find out.

Landscape Architecture Design Studio Visit
Attend a design studio on site development for landscape architects.

 Oh the Places You'll Go: Design Study Abroad & Career Services
Practical experiences are ingrained in all College of Design programs. Learn how we support professional development through internships, career support, and international experiences.

Placemaking with Land Art, Earthworks, & Sculpture
Learn how landscape architects use land art, earthworks, and sculpture to create meaningful and memorable places.

 Pre-Law Pathways at Iowa State
Join us for a discussion on resources and opportunities that prepare Iowa State students on their path to law school.

Professional Practices for Artists Class Visit
How do we achieve 100% placement in our art major? See how we prepare students for graduation in this class.

 Risograph Workshop
Design and make two-color stickers on the Department of Graphic Design's Risograph machines.

Senior Industrial Design Showcase
Join a capstone design studio to see how our students are solving contemporary problems with their ideas.

 Silk Painting Demonstration
See how silk is prepared, how pigments interact with the surface, and how brush techniques create delicate transitions and atmospheric depth in this art form practiced for over 2,000 years.

The Future of Small Towns Studio Visit
Visit an interdisciplinary design studio to learn how Iowa State helps small communities with pressing challenges plan for the future.

 What's Happening in Art History?
Exploring the history of art, from the earliest markings on cave walls to bananas taped to museum walls. Our classes are open to all Iowa State students intrigued by stories of the creative side of human nature.

 When Engineering Meets Design Studio Visit
See how designers and engineers are working together to create real solutions in an interdisciplinary design studio.

College of Engineering

 Civil and Environmental Engineering Serving You
Design infrastructure. Connect people and places. Protect people and the environment. Attend this session and learn about the role of civil and environmental engineers in society. Ask current students about internships, student organizations, study abroad, and undergraduate research and hear how you will learn to tackle many challenges facing society.

 Engineering Majors Exploration Tour - Route A.
Tour Engineering spaces and learn about the following majors: Civil, Construction, Environmental, Computer, Software, Electrical, Cyber Security, Chemical, and Biomedical.

 Engineering Majors Exploration Tour - Route A
Tour Engineering spaces and learn about the following majors: Materials, Industrial, Mechanical, Aerospace, Agricultural, and Biological Systems.

 Engineering Majors Overview Presentation
Learn about the 15 different engineering majors and other student resources like career services, study abroad, and learning communities. Great for students who know they want to be engineers but not sure which one to major in.

 Experience Aerospace Engineering
Take a self-guided tour of the department’s three floors of unique innovative academic labs. Meet key instructors while touring our hands-on lab spaces such as the flight simulation lab, spaceflight simulation lab, make to innovate experience, senior design and wind simulation and testing (WiST) lab.

 Industrial Engineering: People, Processes, Products, and Problem-Solving in the Systems Around Us
Industrial engineers improve processes to help people in EVERY industry, including aerospace, energy, entertainment, finance, healthcare, manufacturing, and transportation. Using high-tech automation, ergonomics, and optimization, they manage technical engineering design teams and make critical business decisions. See the new Therkildsen Building and hear IE students and faculty share their experiences.

 Mechanical Engineering Information Session
Learn more about the Mechanical Engineering program at Iowa State.

 Nondestructive Evaluation - Keeping the World Safe!
Learn what nondestructive evaluation is and how it helps keep the world safe. Iowa State, through the College of Engineering is the only university to offer a Minor in Nondestructive Evaluation. The NDE minor is available to any ISU engineering student, regardless of their engineering degree.

 Pre-Law Pathways at Iowa State
Join us for a discussion on resources and opportunities that prepare Iowa State students on their path to law school.

 Setting Yourself Up For Career Success
Engineering Career Services advisors will share industry insight into building skills and experiences for first year students in their transition to college. Learn how to stand out in the crowd and market yourself to employers.

 Tech Meets Sustainability: Discover Your Path in ABE to a Future That Feeds and Fuels the World
Experience interactive demos that blend technology, sustainability, and problem-solving in the Department of Agricultural & Biosystems Engineering. Explore four majors, Agricultural Systems Technology, Industrial Technology, Agricultural Engineering, & Biological Systems Engineering, where you’ll learn to design, manage, and innovate systems that improve food, energy, and manufacturing worldwide — and find the one that fits your passion.

 When Engineering Meets Design Studio Visit
See how designers and engineers are working together to create real solutions in an interdisciplinary design studio.

College of Health and Human Sciences

 Careers in Financial Counseling and Planning: Nonprofit and Public Sectors
Meet professionals who hire Financial Counseling and Planning graduates. Learn how Iowa State's Financial Counseling and Planning major's co-op model prepares you for human services careers, empowering you to support and guide individuals and families toward financial success.

 Exciting Thrills in Hospitality Management
Theme parks are more than fun; they’re a career path! Discover how Hospitality Management leads to roles in operations, attractions, and ride design.

 Exploring Health Careers through Human Development and Family Studies
Explore careers in medicine, physical therapy, occupational therapy, child life, and behavioral health. Learn how understanding people and relationships across the lifespan builds a strong foundation for health professions.

 School of Education: Opportunities Spanning the Globe
Learn about opportunities around the world for K-12 teacher education students to gain confidence and skills as they teach students from a different culture.

 Ice Cream and Inclusion: Opportunities for All in Early Childhood Education
Learn how Early Childhood Education and Studies students are creating inclusive environments that teach to children’s strengths through an ice cream sundae workshop.

 Plate it Like a Pro! Teaching Culinary Arts through Family and Consumer Sciences Education and Studies
Get ready to mix creativity with culinary skills in this fun, hands-on session for future Family and Consumer Sciences Educators! Learn food styling and plating basics, and see how simple tweaks and phone photography can turn a dish from “meh” to “wow!"

 Pre-Law Pathways at Iowa State
Join us for a discussion on resources and opportunities that prepare Iowa State students on their path to law school.

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences

 Biochemistry from the Inside: Current Student Meet-and-Greet and Lab Tours
Meet biochemistry students on research and pre-med tracks, see the 1st-year biochemistry lab, and tour a research lab where undergraduates conduct research alongside graduate students.

 Careers in Mathematics
Discover the evolving and expanding career prospects in mathematics within the realms of business, industry, and government.

 Experience the Greenlee School of Journalism and Communication
The Greenlee School curriculums offer skill-building and experiential learning to best prepare students for careers in Advertising, Public Relations, Journalism, Sports Media, and Digital Storytelling

 Explore ISU Music
Enjoy a panel discussion with students and faculty to learn about being a music major and other opportunities to participate in music.

 Innovate in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
Learn about innovation and entrepreneurship opportunities in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences and tour the Student Innovation Center.

 Major in Biology or Genetics: Life Science Researchers in the Making
Hear about high-impact opportunities for Biology and Genetics majors. We'll also have a panel of current students who will discuss their experiences with high-impact activities they've been involved with, such as research, internships, study abroad, and more.

 Pre-Law Pathways at Iowa State
Join us for a discussion on resources and opportunities that prepare Iowa State students on their path to law school.

 School of Education: Opportunities Spanning the Globe
Learn about opportunities around the world for K-12 teacher education students to gain confidence and skills as they teach students from a different culture.

Scientific Illustration and Visualization: Communicating Science Through Art
Discover how science and art come together! Try your hand at scientific illustration and visualization.

 Social Studies Teacher Education at Iowa State University
Join our Social Studies Education Program Coordinator to discuss how teaching History is Your Future. Already planning your classroom? Come find out how to start on the right foot. Not sure, but interested? We’ll help you learn more about a career as a high school or middle school social studies educator.

 The Department of Physics and Astronomy: Where Stellar Academics Meet Practical Career Paths
From dark matter to black holes, big questions of the universe have always been fascinating. Here's one thing that's not a cosmic mystery - our undergraduate student research opportunities. Join us in tours of a few of our laboratories, where a world of innovation awaits.

Campus Experiences

 Campus Walking Tour
Join us for a walking tour of campus led by a student tour guide.

 Complimentary Lunch
Enjoy complimentary lunch on campus.

Campus Resources

 3 Keys to Succeed: Opportunities within the Center for Student Educational Success
The Office of Multicultural Student Affairs, TRIO Student Support Services, and First Scholars Office have leadership opportunities, resources, funding, and support for you to succeed. Come learn more about what is here for you!

 Air Force ROTC Cadet Panel
Hear from current cadets about the program, benefits and becoming future officers in the Air and Space Force.

 College of Veterinary Medicine Information Session and Tour (Off Campus)
Tour of Patterson Hall and the hospitals in the College of Veterinary Medicine. Recommended for students interested in pursuing veterinary medicine. This location is off campus and will require you to drive. The session will begin at 2:30 p.m. to give you time to travel to the College of Veterinary Medicine and will end at 4:00 p.m.

 Entrepreneurship is for all Cyclones
The Center for Entrepreneurship will lead a fun session to help you discover your entrepreneurial talents. Iowa State has one of the top-ranked entrepreneurship programs in the country with courses and experiences open to EVERY MAJOR on campus. Attend this session to learn about how you can be involved as a student. We will have some fun discovering your inner entrepreneur through a hands-on learning activity.

 Explore ISU Music
Enjoy a panel discussion with students and faculty to learn about being a music major and other opportunities to participate in music.

 ISU Dining 101
Here is a little taste of what you'll taste! No matter where you live, our meal plans are designed for your busy life. With more than 20 locations across campus, it's easy to find fresh, scratch-made meals when you want. In this session, you will learn about the different parts of our ISU Dining meal plans, find out more about our locations, see some of our exciting events and discover the next steps to take on your adventure at Iowa State.

 Officer in the Making with Army ROTC
Learn To Lead! Explore the benefits of participating in Army ROTC at Iowa State University while pursuing a bachelor's degree of your choosing. Guaranteed job, post-graduation, at an advanced rank and the opportunity to serve as a Commissioned Officer in the world's best Army!

 Parks Library & Cyclone Support Central Information Session
Familiarize yourself with key University Library resources! Next, explore how Cyclone Support Central offers drop-in options for wellness, connection, and success. Learn how the Navigator app and Cyclone Support Navigators connect you with support across campus.

 Program for Women in Science & Engineering (WiSE) Info Session
Learn how WiSE empowers students to persist and thrive in their STEM majors by providing academic and financial resources and support, professional development, and opportunities for engaging connections.

 Sorority and Fraternity Information Session
Learn from sorority and fraternity leaders about the values of the community, the lifelong impact of being a member, and how to join.

 Your Future Home in the Making: Guide to Living on Campus
This session provides you with the information you need to live on campus. Learn about the residence halls, how to submit a housing contract, timelines, and more.

Admissions Counselor Walk–In Advising
9:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

Office of Student Financial Aid Drop–In Advising
9:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

Signing Day Table
9:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

College of Agriculture and Life Sciences Resource Fair
9:30–11:00 a.m.

Ivy College of Business Open House
9:30–11:00 a.m.

College of Design Open House
9:30–11:00 a.m.

College of Engineering Resource Fair
9:30–11:00 a.m.

College of Health and Human Sciences Student Services Open House
9:30–11:00 a.m.

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Resource Fair
9:30–11:00 a.m.

Student Accessibility Services Open House
9:30–11:00 a.m.

Student Engagement Clubs Open House
9:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

Naval ROTC Open House
9:30 a.m.–2:00 p.m.

Residence Hall Open House
9:30 a.m.–2:00 p.m.

Recreation Center Self-Guided Tour
9:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

Technology & Textbooks Info Drop-In Session
9:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

Air Force ROTC Open House
11:00–12:00 p.m.

Military–Affiliated Student Center Open House
11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.

Student Engagement Open House and Student Organizations
12:30–4:00 p.m.

CyBowl & Billiards Open House and Buck Bowling
1:00–4:00 p.m.

Transfer Student Center Open House
2:00–4:00 p.m.

Parent and Family Programs and Off-Campus Student Support Open House
2:30–4:30 p.m.

The Workspace Open House and Mini Tour
2:30–4:30 p.m.

Check Out
3:00–4:30 p.m. (Available any time after 12:00 p.m.)