Academic advising

The first level of support is your academic advisor. Your academic advisor is there to help you make the most of your experience at Iowa State from the beginning. Academic advisors help prospective students and their families learn about the program, help new students become oriented to the department and university, and support current students throughout their time in the program if they have questions, concerns, or seek help planning for the future.  Your advisor can support you by connecting you with resources on campus and in the community and by helping you to develop decision-making, problem-solving, and self-advocacy skills.

Career planning

More information on careers can be found on the Careers page.

As a student in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS), you have the support of an entire career services team available to you. From creating your first resume to finding your first internship or negotiating a job offer, the LAS Career Services team will help you jump start your career, before you graduate.

Scholarships

Numerous scholarships are offered through the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, The deadlines for each scholarship varies with the award. Visit the main college website for more information on these scholarships and learn how to apply.

Connections

Looking to share your undergraduate experience with other students in your major? The BPMI Learning Community is a great way to build friendships and professional relationships that will follow you throughout your education and career. Find out about more student experiences.

The Biological and Pre-Medical Illustration Club, also known as the BPMI Club, provides a supportive environment in which students, especially those affiliated with our major, can learn and nurture skills in art and science in order to be knowledgeable and successful in their studies at ISU and future careers.

Connect with other students developing innovative and entrepreneurial skills in the Start Something LAS Academy. Or find other students with similar interests through any of Iowa State’s hundreds of student organizations.

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Connect and thrive

Iowa State is a big university with a close-knit, caring community that provides access to resources that support and enrich your learning, working, and living experience.

The university provides a comprehensive network of academic supporthealth and safety resources, and supportive communities.