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Students earn "CALS Innovation + Leadership: Global Impact" micro-credential

At the CALS Pathways to Innovation and Leadership showcase in early December, students were recognized for their efforts to earn micro-credentials through hands-on workshops, experiential learning, and leadership opportunities. 

Meet Wilson Akankwasa, CSRL intern and former service-learner

Wilson Akankwasa, soon-to-be graduate of Makerere University, has been participating in an internship with the Center for Sustainable Rural Livelihoods for a portion of the fall semester. As he wraps up his time in Ames, Wilson shared why he got involved in the service-learning program.

Delegation from Keladi Shivappa Nayaka University of Agricultural and Horticultural Sciences visits CALS

On December 5, the CALS Office for Global Engagement hosted a delegation from Keladi Shivappa Nayaka University of Agricultural and Horticultural Sciences (KSNUAHS).

Young Farmers Participate in IFAA Midwest Winter Seminar

In early December, the International Farmers Aid Association (IFAA) held a portion of their Midwest Winter Seminar in collaboration with the CALS Office for Global Engagement. Four young farmers from Bolivia and Brazil spent a few days learning about agriculture, technology, and research at Iowa State University. 

Get to know Dr. Gideon Nadiope, National Director of the ISU-Uganda Program

Dr. Gideon Nadiope is the National Director of the Iowa State University – Uganda Program in Kamuli, Uganda. 

Iraqi Ambassador hosted by CALS

In late October, Nazar Al Khirullah, Ambassador of the Republic of Iraq to the United States, and David Hamod, President and CEO of the National US-Arab Chamber of Commerce (NUSACC), visited the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) to explore potential collaboration with the Iraqi Government. 

AATF and CALS representatives meet during World Food Prize

Representatives from the African Agricultural Technology Foundation (AATF), the Gates Foundation, and Iowa State University met during the World Food Prize to explore potential areas of collaboration following the recent signing of the AATF-ISU Memorandum of Understanding.

CALS Office for Global Engagement Welcomes International Visitors During World Food Prize

The College of Agriculture and Life Sciences Office for Global Engagement and Center for Sustainable Rural Livelihoods welcomed several international visitors to Iowa State University during the World Food Prize.

Global Resource Systems Student Represents the U.S. at FAO's World Food Forum in Rome, Italy

Alaina Gebel, junior in Global Resource Systems and Agriculture and Life Sciences Education and president of the ISU chapter of the International Association of Students in Agriculture and Related Sciences (IAAS) represented the US in an IAAS delegation at the World Food Forum. 

CSRL Hosts Lunch & Learn for CALS Faculty, Staff, and Graduate Students

On October 13th, the Center for Sustainable Rural Livelihoods (CSRL) hosted a lunch & learn event for faculty, staff, and graduate students to learn about current projects and opportunities for engagement with the ISU-Uganda program.

Survey Finds Adaptability and Communication are Top Skills Gained from Study Abroad

2025 World Food Prize Laureate Lecture Series

Join us on Oct. 20^th, 4:25pm – 5:15pm, Horticulture 118, for a World Food Prize Laureate Lecture featuring 2016 World Food Prize Laureate Dr. Jan Low. Dr. Low was awarded the World Food Prize in 2016 for her role and leadership in developing biofortified, orange-fleshed sweet potato, to avert “hidden hunger” at a wide-scale.

Lincoln University Explores Student Exchange Opportunities with CALS

Fall 2025 CALS Study Abroad Fair

The CALS Study Abroad Fair was held on Thursday, September 25th on Central Campus. Approximately 100 students attended the fair to learn about international and domestic travel opportunities with CALS.

Perrotis College Lunch & Learn Engages Students, Faculty and Staff

Eleni Kantyltzoglou, study abroad manager at Perrotis College in Thessaloniki, Greece, recently visited Iowa State University to connect with students and campus partners. 

As part of the visit, Eleni participated in the campus-wide study abroad fair and hosted a lunch & learn informational session about Perrotis College study abroad programs.