Lelis shines in the daily differences of her job
Sociology and criminal justice alum Ann Lelis returned to Iowa State in 2021, where she takes on many roles in the university general counsel’s office.
Category: Alumni
Alum uses sociology degree to analyze data, help others
From analyzing data for insurance companies to representing underserved communities, find out how alum Jason Benell (’09 sociology) applies his degree in sociology every day.
No forensics major? No problem
Alum James Kruse wanted to pursue a forensics major at Iowa State, even though no such major exists. With the help of several dedicated LAS faculty members, Kruse made his dream come true.
Shaping agriculture’s future through public policy
Raised on an Iowa century farm, alum Trey Forsyth took his love of agriculture to Washington, D.C., where today he advocates for policies that positively impact farmers and rural communities.
Diego Thompson followed in his mentors’ footsteps
Diego Thompson (MS ’10 sociology, sustainable agriculture; Ph.D. ’14 sociology, sustainable agriculture) credits Professors Emeritus of sociology Cornelia and Jan Flora for nurturing his desire to help rural, disadvantaged groups.
Agriculture and society alum advocates for those with disabilities
Kody Olson (’18 agriculture and society, global resources systems) leans on his Iowa State education and student government experience in his role as a policy advisor for the Minnesota Council on Disability.
Alum is inducted into Glen Brand Wrestling Hall of Fame
Dwight Hinson (’98 sociology) is honored for his collegiate wrestling accomplishments at Iowa State from 1993 through 1998.
From college to career: Coming full circle
After years of a career in public relations and marketing, Daphne Christensen’s (’98 sociology, journalism) sociology degree is now taking center stage.
Sociology alum earns United Nations Lifetime Achievement Award
Robert Bullard (’76 Ph.D. sociology), recognized as the Father of Environmental Justice, has received the United Nations Champions of the Earth Lifetime Achievement Award, the highest environmental honor given by the UN.
Alum Janese Milam keeps criminals compliant
Graduating with a double major in criminal justice and sociology is the key to alum Janese Milam’s success at Iowa’s Department of Criminal Investigation.