Campus Beauty

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If you ask an Iowa State student, why they came to Iowa State, one of the top reasons is always the beautiful campus. Look at this place. In the instant you step onto the university grounds, you can see all the beauty Iowa State has to offer. From green spaces to historic buildings to beautiful works of art, everyone has their favorite spot on campus. Let’s hear from Jorge to tell us his.

– Thanks, Alex. Howdy, y’all. When looking at universities, my decision ultimately came down to the place that would amaze me every time. I remember being flown from Houston to Iowa State to tour the campus. And when I walked out of the Memorial Union I was left completely speechless. To this day, campus continues to amaze me with its amazing views through each season. From the blooming flowers of spring to the snowy fields of winter, I felt right at home. Central campus is a great spot to study, read and take a nap. And then there’s the Campanile, which looks amazing at any time of day. During the academic year, a music professor climbs to the top of the Campanile each weekday to play the carillon over the noon hour. You can even submit song requests. Iowa State was selected as a Medallion Site by the American Society of Landscape Architects. It shares this honor with places like the Grand Canyon and Central Park in New York city. Our campus has also been named one of the top 25 most beautiful campuses in the book. The campus is a work of art. There are more than 2,000 works of public art on Iowa State’s campus. Making our university home to one of the largest campus public art programs in the United States. Be sure to check out the grand wood murals and the Christian Peterson sculptures all around campus. Including the George Washington Carver sculpture, celebrating Iowa State’s first black student and later faculty member. My time here at Iowa State has taught me so much about just how welcoming a college campus can be. I am proud to call Iowa State’s beautiful campus home. And there’s so much more to explore, Alex. Back to you.

– Jorge, there is a lot to explore on this beautiful campus. There are so many great sites to enjoy during all four seasons. What beautiful scenery. It makes the perfect setting for your time at college. That was great. Founded in 1858, the traditions at Iowa State run as deep and rich as its history. Those traditions bring the past and present together, uniting the Cyclone student body.