• World-class education • Big 12 athletics competition • Top-shelf training & competitive facilities • Incredibly loyal and passionate fans

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Iowa State University: A stimulating research institution with eight colleges – Agriculture, Business, Design, Engineering, Human Sciences, Liberal Arts & Sciences, Veterinary Medicine and Graduate – offering more than200 fields of study. Academic mission Our mission at is to create, share and apply knowledge to make the world a better place.

That innovativeness is documented in the fact that ISU ranks second nationally in licenses granted on its inventions. Iowa State is... more than 36,000 students benefitting from an enriching academic curriculum, a renowned faculty and a fun- loving school spirit. And, within six months of receiving their degrees, approximately 95% of ISU graduates find jobs or continue their education. How we rank

According to U.S. News & World Report, Iowa State University

... is among the top 30 percent of all public national universities.

... is home to one of the nation’s “learning communities to look for.” Making a Difference

The world’s first digital computer was invented at ISU by John Atanasoff.

Lipitor, the biggest-selling drug in history, was developed by alum Bruce Roth.

George Washington Carver (pictured) was a world renowned plant scientist, who earned two degrees from Iowa State. Academic facilities

The Hixson-Lied Student Success Center (pictured) opened in 2007. It includes space for academic tutors, a resource library, computer labs and study rooms.

The Rod & Connie French Athletics Academic Center (second floor of the facility) is dedicated for student-athlete use only. It is conveniently located for easy access.

Ames is home

... to Iowa State University, a prestigious institution of higher learning and a proud member of the Big 12 Conference.

The city’s friendly hometown personality is annually ranked among the top small cities in the nation to live, work and play. A great place to live

With a population of more than 60,000, Ames is revered for its friendliness and its varied entertainment and cultural opportunities. Main street often bustles with parades and festivals (below) and Campustown (right) is full of shops and eateries, popular among students. Beauty of Iowa State

ISU has one of only three campuses nationally to earn a medallion (for its beauty) from the American Society of Landscape Architects. Its more than 2,000-acre campus includes 200 buildings, many of which are on the National Register of Historic Places. Beardshear Hall, on the west side of central campus, is pictured. Centralized location

Iowa State is located minutes from an interstate exchange, meaning that it is less than a day’s drive from Minneapolis (204 miles), Kansas City (208), Omaha (131), St. Louis (295), Milwaukee (290) or Chicago (307). The state capital -- Des Moines (pictured) -- is 30 minutes from central campus. Located in the heart of the midwest, Ames boasts a small-town charm with large city amenities nearby. Factually Speaking

Ames is ranked the second-best college town. American Institute for Economic Research

Ames is among the top 10 places to live in America. CNN Money

Ames is one of the 100 best communities for young people. America’s Promise Alliance

Iowa State was named one of the top-60 best colleges in America in 2016. U.S. News & World Report The great outdoors

If you enjoy the outdoors, Ames offers the nationally acclaimed, 14-acre , 33 woodland parks and 55 miles of bike and pedestrian trails. The opportunities are limited only by your imagination. Leisure time

ISU students love to congregate on central campus and at the Memorial Union (right).

Entertainment options range from Big 12 athletics to Broadway shows; pop artists to comedy acts and dance recitals to operas.

Iowa State has played host to acts like Kenny Chesney (pictured), Billy Joel, the Rolling Stones, Elton John, Paul McCartney and many others.

The Big 12 is BIG TIME

Iowa State is a member of the prestigious Big 12 and it participates on both a national and league basis in 18 Division-I intercollegiate sports.

If you want to test yourself against the best, then the Big 12 is for you. Bowls. Tournaments. Olympians. Future pros. NCAA Champions. Academic All-Americans. Challenge yourself at ISU.

It was a very good year

Iowa State was an enormous success on the athletics fields in 2015-16. Here are some of our accomplishments.

• Ranked No. 64 in the Learfield Sports Directors’ Cup. • Women’s Cross Country made its seventh-straight NCAA Championship • Men’s basketball made its second Sweet 16 appearance in three years. • Volleyball made its 10th- straight NCAA appearance.

We’ve Got Cyclone Spirit

ISU’s student spirit was ranked No. 1 nationally in an ESPN.com survey.

Cy was voted the nation’s most intimidating mascot as well as mascot of the year in consecutive seasons. Our Cyclone Faithful following Pre-game spirit, a great band, an award-winning mascot and a renowned student section are all part of a memorable game- day experience.

Cyclone Nation loves its student-athletes. Join our family and wear the cardinal and gold proudly. Support services Support units for Iowa State Athletics create specialized programs to benefit each individual Cyclone as it relates to their personal needs and desires in the areas of:

• Academic Support • Strength & Conditioning • Sports Medicine • Media Training • Video Analysis Giving back Community service is part of playing for the Cyclones. Iowa State student-athletes, through the work of the Student- Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC), are active in the community and love that opportunity to give back. CYCLONE successes

18 NCAA championships

137 conference champs

55 Olympians

7 Olympic gold medalists

120 NFL draft picks

37 NBA draft picks

13 WNBA draft picks

Homes for the CYCLONES

Competition and training facilities for Iowa State student-athletes are among the finest in the region.

ACADEMICS The Association of American Universities is a collection of the 60 most noteworthy institutions of higher learning in the U.S. Iowa State was accepted into the AAU in 1958.

ATHLETICS Being a Cyclone means you’ll be challenged by the nation’s finest competition in front of fan bases that are among the loudest and most knowledgeable in the nation.

AMES A community that offers small-town charm and big city amenities within a short driving distance. Iowa State Cyclone Soccer

- Steady Improvement - Brand-New Facilities - Academic Success - A Family Atmosphere - Supporting the Community

Click through these pages to learn more. Steady Improvement In 2016, Iowa State saw remarkable improvement on the field as the Cyclones returned to the Big 12 Championship for the first time since 2013.

Iowa State finished the season with a 10-8-1 record and narrowly missed out on an NCAA Tournament berth. Adding to its impressive resume, ISU took down two ranked opponents on the road with No. 21 Auburn and No. 24 Baylor. Brand-New Facilities In 2012, Iowa State announced the opening of the $13 million Cyclone Sports Complex.

The Cyclone Sports Complex features a brand-new stadium, locker rooms press box, team rooms and easily accessible parking.

The Cyclones can also practice at the $10 million Bergstrom Indoor Training Facility that opened in 2004.

Iowa State finished fifth in average home attendance in the Big 12. Supporting the Community

The Iowa State soccer team won the Cyclone Challenge Award two of the last six years. The award goes to the ISU team that made the greatest contribution to the community.

Five members of the ISU squad spent their 2010 Spring Break providing assistance to those in need in Haiti. Academic Success

In 2013, Iowa State had 14 student-athletes earn Academic All-Big 12 honors.

Senior Jessica Reyes led the Cyclones, posting a perfect 4.0 GPA, earning First Team Academic All-Big 12 honors.

Iowa State’s 14 honorees were the second-most in the Big 12.

A Family Atmosphere

“The bond within our team is unbreakable. We are made up of girls from all over, and we come together with one goal. We are just like a family: we rise together, we fall together and we work hard together. I know that if I make that 120- yard run someone on my team will cover for me, because like a family we always have each other’s back. We put the team before ourselves in order to reach our goal of becoming the best.”

- 2013 Second-Team All Big 12 midfielder Emily Goldstein Playing Professionally

Since 2011 three Cyclones have continued to play soccer professionally.

Mary Kate McLaughlin played for the Vancouver Whitecaps.

Jordan Bishop was a member of the Boston Breakers organization.

Elisa Berzins played professionally in Iceland.