Student Stories
Engineering for Public Health: Emma Miller’s Commitment to Clean Water and Community Impact
Published:Focused on public health and clean water, Emma Miller’s Iowa State experience connects classroom learning with real‑world impact as an Outstanding Senior in Environmental Engineering.
Engineering with Purpose: Raina Pfeifer’s Path to Ecological Impact
Published:From stream restoration to ecological design, Raina Pfeifer’s Iowa State journey blends creativity, collaboration, and care for the environment as a Senior in Biological Systems Engineering.
Biological systems engineering student finds his ‘why’ working in Iowa Wetlands
Published:Getting his hands dirty in Iowa wetlands, biological systems engineering senior Eli Gannon discovers his purpose—using field research to protect ecosystems, support communities and shape his future.
Karina Rief: From undeclared to environmental engineer
Published:Follow Karina Rief’s journey from undeclared major to environmental engineer—a story of curiosity, discovery, and finding purpose in protecting our world.