Over the past 25 years, Shonda Monette has known the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences as a graduate student, faculty member, administrator in the Department of Chemistry, and now, president of CLAS Staff Council.

CLAS radiochemist Tori Forbes in the Department of Chemistry shares expert insight in a recent Iowa Public Radio story examining the potential restart of the Duane Arnold Energy Center and what it could mean for the future of nuclear energy. Forbes' perspective helps explain the scientific and environmental considerations shaping conversations around nuclear power and energy infrastructure.

Chemistry student Tyler Draayer came to campus from Lawton, Iowa, expecting great academics. He discovered so much more.