The Iowa Board of Regents Academics Affairs Committee recommended the approval of a master’s degree in digital health and a bachelor’s in sports media and communication to be voted on during its Thursday meeting. The Property and Facilities Committee also recommended the approval of project planning for an addition to the Lloyd Veterinary Medical Center.
Although long-serving Iowa State University Provost Jonathan Wickert just last week announced plans to relinquish his appointment later this summer, he actually submitted his resignation letter more than two months ago on Nov. 10.
Each of Iowa’s public universities received praise from the state Board of Regents for their work in program expansions and increased support for students and faculty.