Happenings is a bi-weekly e-newsletter for faculty and staff in the College of Human Sciences.

Healthy Iowa on Our Minds

By Sara Erickson

Healthy Iowa was the topic of discussion for many investigators and extension specialists from the College of Human Sciences at the second campus-wide Research & Innovation Roundtable event hosted by the Office of the Vice President for Research (OVPR) on Friday, March 10.

Following individual introductions, two round table breakout sessions resulted in topics of shared interest and brainstorming of future projects. The OVPR is accepting internal proposals for project and/or workshop funding to the Jump-Start Healthy Iowa funding opportunity until April 10, 2023.

The REACHS team is available to support you and your team with project and workshop proposal submissions. The CHS Tartan sheet intake form is the best way to communicate project details to both Sarah Carlson and Sara Erickson and you are invited to submit preliminary details to initiate support activities ASAP. The targeted date to submit budget documents for approval is April 3, 2023.

For more information, contact Dr. Jennifer Margrett at margrett@iastate.edu and the REACHS team at reachs@iastate.edu.

Forever True Day is April 4 and 5



Forever True Day is Iowa State University's 24-hour online giving event encouraging Cyclones around the world to come together and support the places and programs we love most at Iowa State. The event begins at noon on Tuesday, April 4, and continues for 24 hours. You'll see engagement in the campaign on social media accounts throughout the college, university and ISU Foundation.

If you'd like to participate in Forever True Day 2023, you can use the resources below to share CHS-related-giving opportunities and/or Iowa State areas you're passionate about supporting within your respective networks. The Forever True Day website is where giving opportunities and instructions on how to give are outlined. The CHS Communications' team has also put together a few social graphics you're welcome to use leading up to and during Forever True Day should you wish to engage on your personal social-media platforms.

Strategic Plan Funding Proposals Due April 28;

Information Sessions Happening This Week!

The call for proposals to advance Iowa State's new nine-year strategic plan is open. Faculty and staff are invited to submit proposals by April 28 for funding consideration. Information sessions will be held in the Memorial Union's Campanile Room on March 22, from 9 to 10 a.m., and on March 23, from 2 to 3 p.m.

Heddleson Junior Faculty Grant applications due April 1

College of Human Sciences Junior faculty from any academic program are invited to apply for a Heddleson Junior Faculty Grant. Up to $5,000 is available for a total of two awards. These grants are intended to encourage new faculty members to incorporate Human Sciences Extension and Outreach efforts into their projects that are targeted to families in Iowa counties. Additional information is available here.To apply, email a proposal and letter of support to Marsha Peterson at marshap@iastate.edu by 11:59 p.m. on April 1, 2023. Questions? Contact Marsha.



March 24: CHS Term Faculty Circle from noon to 1 p.m. in 0331 Palmer Hall. Respond to event invitation to RSVP.

March 24: The CHS Collaboration Cafe is open from 1 to 3 p.m. in the Joan Bice Underwood Tearoom. Side conversations:

• "AI and the human sciences" starting at 1 p.m.
• CHS Canvas Workshop series (#1 of 5): "How to build an assignment in Canvas and Gradebook tips" starting at 1:30 p.m. Register here >

March 24: Last day to take the Workday Student Survey.

March 22: It's Virtual STATE Day! This virtual event is hosted by the Iowa State University Alumni Association as a celebration of Iowa State's Founder's Day. Be sure to watch for College of Human Sciences feature stories! Registration is free. However, anyone who donates will receive a special STATE Day digital print.

March 24: All professional and scientific employees are invited to a council meet and greet from 3 to 5 p.m. at CyBowl and Billiards located in the Memorial Union. Bring your colleagues, enjoy free pool and bowling and connect with members of the Professional and Scientific Council.

March 31: The CHS Collaboration Cafe is open from 1 to 3 p.m. in the Joan Bice Underwood Tearoom. Side conversation:

• CHS Canvas Workshop series (#2 of 5): "How to build a discussion in Canvas" starting at 1:30 p.m. Register here >

April 7: Admitted Student Day is on April 7! You'll see many of our incoming fall 2023 students around campus. Questions? Contact CHS Director of Undergraduate Recruitment, Beth Foreman, bforeman@iastate.edu.

April 15: The Fashion Show is happening on Saturday, April 15, and tickets are on sale now.