Alumni

Do you remember the awe-inspiring feeling you experienced when you first stepped foot onto Iowa State University’s stunning campus, embarking on your journey as a Cyclone? Back then, you couldn’t have predicted what your future held, but we in the Department of Political Science knew you had the potential to make a difference.

We take immense pride in our alumni and friends who are making a meaningful impact in their respective fields around the globe. You can find inspiring examples of their success stories on our alumni spotlight and alumni profiles pages. We also feature alumni on our podcast, Poli Cyclones.

Many of our esteemed alumni and friends remain connected to our department by generously supporting us through the Iowa State University Foundation. By donating to scholarships and other initiatives, they have made a significant difference in the lives of our students, enabling them to achieve their academic and career aspirations.

Postcard from campus

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Alumni advisory council

David Bartholomew
Rachel Beardsley
Gentry Collins
Jeff Courter
William Fink
Terry Fox

Rachel Geilenfeld
Chad Harris
Brad Hart
John Holcombe
Lynette Hornung
Mark Joyce

David Kochel
Kent Lucken
Adam Manatt
Kevin McAdams
Sarah Murray
Paxton Williams

Distinguished alumni