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What is the Address of Iowa State

I am trying to get Auto CAD electrical on my laptop and it is asking for the address of the school. Since the school has like 6 i don't know the right one. I would guess and check but if I get it wrong, I can't change it and I don't want to risk the website not letting me use the software.

Thanks In advance.

1 Comment
2025/02/03
05:24 UTC

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Does Freddy Courts Fill Up?

Hi all, planning on staying in freddy courts next year as a group of two, is there a likelihood we don't get a room? A little nervous about finding other housing options. Thanks

3 Comments
2025/02/03
03:51 UTC

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Reusing previous years essays on OneApp

Has anyone reused previous question answers for their OneApp essays? I was just wondering if they had to be different if not much has changed.

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2025/02/03
03:36 UTC

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What is the best way to contact a Graphic Design major in Ames for a paid commission?

I am working on the first steps of my dissertation and so far I have only been relying on diagrams from the sourcea I am citing. I would love to commission some of my own graphics to add to my thesis with someone I could meet and talk in person. Can someone recommend what could be a good way to get in contact with someone who is interested? I think there may be rules about putting your own stuff in the boards of the campus buildings so I thought about asking first

1 Comment
2025/02/03
02:05 UTC

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Diversity scholarships

Did Iowa State get rid of diversity scholarships like the George Washington Carver scholarship?

4 Comments
2025/02/02
20:49 UTC

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ConE careers

People who majored Construction engineering at Iowa state, what kind of internship and full time position roles did you land? What does the job look like day to day?

3 Comments
2025/02/02
19:22 UTC

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Campus this last week

13 Comments
2025/02/02
14:21 UTC

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Remote Desktop help

I was wondering if anyone has any suggestions on the remote desktop issues on a MacBook. I require a remote desktop to do my job, however, yesterday it was working perfectly fine and today I am getting this error when I am logging in.

8 Comments
2025/02/02
00:34 UTC

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To any one who took calc 3 at a community collage

I’m looking to take calc 3 at a community college during the summer, it has to be online because I’m gonna be traveling, if anyone knows a community college that teaches calc3 online during the summer preferably in Iowa as it would be easier to transfer credits please please please let me know.

Thank you

2 Comments
2025/02/01
22:43 UTC

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Iowa State or Purdue for ChemE

Hey guys, I got accepted into Iowa College of Engineering and Purdue FYE, and it's time for me to seriously consider my offers and I could do a lot with some genuine advice. Please feel free to share your experience or insights on anything that may be helpful to know.

I'm an international student who has been attended a private high school in Illinois for 2 years. I intend to major in Chemical Engineering because I'm pretty good at Math and Science and also like fixing/building stuff for fun. My family is living in my home country, and I'm currently staying with a relative.

Iowa State is the more affordable one among the two ($30.5k compared to $49k) and cost is a big factor for me, although my parents can definitely pay for Purdue too if it's worth the extras. Purdue has been my dream and my goal since it's one of the most highly rated engineering school, and I am definitely sad if I don't go there, but it by no means affects my ability to make the right decision.

From most to least concerned, my priorities are internship/co-op/job connections >> program quality >> cost >> safety >>>>> food/dorm/enterntainment. I don't really care about food or housing unless they're riddicously uncomfortable or way too overpriced.

In the future, I hope to get the experiences needed to become an engineer, but I don't really fight to death for a green card. If it's meant to be, I'll stay a few more years, but if it isn't, I'll likely come back to my country.

My questions are:

*Is there a significant difference between Purdue and Iowa State engineering program that makes it worth the extra $18k/year?

*If it's not about the program, what is something Purdue have that Iowa doesn't?

*Am I missing out anything, like anything at all, if I choose not to attend Purdue or Iowa?

*I'd love to here about your experience at Iowa, both good and bad sides, international students or not, and if you were in a dilemma like I am now, what got you to make this decision?

Thank you so much for your time and kind advice, and I appreciate all input in this matter. Have a good day y'all!

8 Comments
2025/02/01
22:39 UTC

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MIS and Business Analytics Double Major + Data Science Minor

This is for the business students here! Am I right in thinking that you could easily BA and DS major and minor if you're doing MIS with a 6 extra classes? (STAT 326, DS 201, MIS 436 & 446 (which I can do as electives for MIS), DS 202 & 301)

2 Comments
2025/02/01
22:10 UTC

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When and where is pickup volleyball?

I am semi-new to volleyball and really enjoy it and I was wondering when and where there I pickup games I could join in on.

2 Comments
2025/02/01
07:59 UTC

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Computer engineering review at ISU

So i am an Indian transfer student who is planning to join isu in the fall starting my 5th sem there, I was wondering if the computer engineering program is really worth it at ISU and how well do the co-ops and internships pay there

6 Comments
2025/01/31
21:46 UTC

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What happened to all the professors today? Physics, Math and English didn’t show up

i miss

15 Comments
2025/01/31
18:32 UTC

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Cleaning service for dorm room?

Are we allowed to call in a cleaning service for dorm rooms? I am not sure if the hall has working (wet ?) vacuums and I'd like a thorough clean with a wet vacuum (Can they even do that on wooden floors ?). Can we call in a custodian to help with this if we are not allowed to hire folks from outside campus? I will pay for the cleaning.

I am not a neat freak and I don't think I will vacuum often enough to justify buying one.

10 Comments
2025/01/31
12:13 UTC

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Is there a Restaurant that Serves Burgers Named after ISU Basketball Players?

Restaurant with Burgers Named After Basketball Players?

Hello! Does anyone know if there is a restaurant/bar that has burgers named after iowa state basketball players? I know it's out there because I went to one once, but I can't for the life of me find it.

Thank you!!

11 Comments
2025/01/31
04:37 UTC

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How are the sororities at ISU?

I’ve never put much thought into joining a sorority, as I never felt I was the type of person who fit the description of a sorority girl (I have tattoos, lift heavy weights, etc.). However, when I was at clubfest, I had one of the representatives from a sorority ask me if I was interested in learning about Greek life on campus. Since then, I have been wondering if this is something that I could find interest in. I love to socialize & meet new people. I love hosting/attending events. I also love to volunteer & learn new skills. From what I’ve gathered from friends I’ve had that were in sororities, this is a large part of what they do. I’m from a state where sororities are basically the reason girls go to college. I can already tell that ISU is not the same in that regard, as I’ve been on campus for a couple of weeks now and have not noticed any frats/sororities at all. However, I am curious about the difficulty of being accepted into one? Which ones are worth it? Are there better or worse ones? How involved do you truly have to be in them? Would I be dedicating 2-3 days per week with the group, or 5-6? TIA for any advice given! Please be kind to me, this is my first Reddit post :)

8 Comments
2025/01/31
03:33 UTC

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Why is there no type of music production club

Idk if there is one and I haven't seen it, but if anyone wants to create a club I'd for sure join and help out

0 Comments
2025/01/31
01:00 UTC

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Chem 1630

Hello! Im wondering if there is any Chem 1630 Snapchat group chats? I'm in that class so please add me if you're in it!

Snap: @lordessofia

1 Comment
2025/01/31
00:14 UTC

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Life expenses as PhD student

As an international student who never lived in the US, I have no clue if the stipend would be enough to live comfortably. So how much money is enough? And does the stipend amount mentioned on the website equal the amount that I will receive or there are taxes that will be deducted from it?

5 Comments
2025/01/30
20:34 UTC

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Parking

I plan to live a couple of miles off campus next year. Which parking lots will I be eligible to get a permit in? Is it only the commuter lot?

4 Comments
2025/01/30
18:19 UTC

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How does Trump’s pausing of funds affect student aid and work-study?

5 Comments
2025/01/30
04:35 UTC

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summer housing 2025

Hey, I have a room available near the state gym at 221 Sheldon Avenue from mid-May- July 2025, 3 bed 2 bath; dm me if you're planning to get one during the summers; rent is $380, and parking spot is included.

0 Comments
2025/01/30
04:34 UTC

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Off campus housing

What are good, reasonably affordable off campus housing options for an incoming grad student? What would you avoid?

7 Comments
2025/01/30
03:50 UTC

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Anyone else's Ames Ride app not working?

Mine won't load as of a couple days ago, curious if this is a widespread issue or just me.

6 Comments
2025/01/29
18:24 UTC

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Trump pausing loans and aid????

I’m a little confused about what it actually means. How is this going to affect students this semester? And next semester are we literally not gonna get any aid other than scholarships?

14 Comments
2025/01/29
13:13 UTC

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International students - carry your IDs

Given the latest trends, it is advisable to have ID and proof of legal status when out and about in town or even on campus.

As per a lawyer- If you’re in the US and not a citizen you’re required to carry ID and proof of legal status (for residence in the US)

This is not posted to cause fear. international students have ids and proof of legal status. have them handy because it might help you.

https://uscode.house.gov/view.xhtml?req=granuleid:USC-prelim-title8-section1304&num=0&edition=prelim

30 Comments
2025/01/29
01:10 UTC

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Docker on Red Hat Linux

Has anyone been able to install Docker on Red Hat Linux? I’m not a sudoer obviously so can’t install any of the dependencies?

Cheers

3 Comments
2025/01/28
19:35 UTC

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