Student Support

Student Support

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Academic Advising

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.

The Environmental Science advisors are faculty members who are excellent resources as mentors and sources of advice.

Advisors

Scholarships

Scholarships provide financial support and enhance students' resumes, leading to more academic and career opportunities. Various scholarships are available for Environmental Science undergraduates, each with different criteria.

Available scholarships

Activities 

The job market is selective towards leadership skills and community involvement. Position yourself for a strong career by getting involved now..

Student clubs and activities

Career Planning

Be sure to check out LAS Career Services to help you develop your career skills. Whether you need help with a resume, writing a cover letter, work on your job interview skills or negotiate a job offer, LAS Career Services has the resources to help you land that job and succeed. It's important to have work experience while you are an undergraduate. We have several ways to connect you with these experiences.

Career experiences and internships

 

Connections

You’ll find support from your peers, faculty, and staff when you join a learning community. Learn about your path of study, on-campus resources and activities, and future careers. You’ll connect with faculty and students through activities both in and outside the classroom and collaborate with a peer mentor.

Connect with other students developing innovative and entrepreneurial skills in the Start Something CALS or Start Something LAS Academy. Or find other students with similar interests in 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.

You belong here

Principles of Community

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