For many of the great successes of the world, the background they came from was their great challenge. I'm trying to find those people..."-Christina Hixson.
Full quote and to give a gift: https://hixson.dso.iastate.edu/give-gift
07/14/2026
Meet this year's Section C Peer Mentors: Adan and Iker!
Behind every great first year is a strong support system. Our Peer Mentors are here to connect, guide, and help first-year scholars build meaningful relationships throughout their Hixson journey.
07/10/2026
Meet this year's Section B Peer Mentors: Addyson, Michael, and Taylor!
These student leaders are here to support, encourage, and help first-year scholars make the most of their Hixson experience!
07/08/2026
Meet this year's Section A Peer Mentors: Izzie and Pauley!
Our Peer Mentors play a vital role on the Hixson team and help first-year students succeed!
06/23/2026
Congratulations to this year's Hixson Award Recipient - Corbin Kizer from Poweshiek County! Thanks for stopping by, we were so happy to meet you and can't wait for the fall!
Are you a 2026 Hixson Scholar?
Email [email protected] with a picture accepting your Hixson Award to be featured in an upcoming post.
06/16/2026
We are excited to welcome this year's Hixson Award Recipients - Jasdeep Pooni from Scott County and Kaydi Zoske from Hardin County! We can't wait for you to join us in Ames this fall!
Are you a 2026 Hixson Scholar?
Email [email protected] with a picture accepting your Hixson Award to be featured in an upcoming post.
06/08/2026
Please help us welcome our newest Hixson Scholars joining us in Ames this fall! Congratulations to Alice Nicklaus from Clinton County and Avery Caspary from Cedar County.
Are you a 2026 Hixson Scholar?
Email [email protected] with a picture accepting your Hixson Award to be featured in an upcoming post.
06/04/2026
Meet our Summer 2026 Hixson Student Assistants: Addi Douma and Addyson Monico. Stop by the Hixson office to say hello, chat, or ask any questions! We are excited to connect with you and happy to help!
06/02/2026
Congratulations to this year's Hixson Award Recipients - Juan Camarena from Humboldt County and Addison McCullough from Webster County! We're excited to have you join us in Ames this fall!
Are you a 2026 Hixson Scholar?
Email [email protected] with a picture accepting your Hixson Award to be featured in an upcoming post.
06/01/2026
We are excited to welcome our newest Hixson Scholars to Iowa State! Congratulations to Laura Mendoza Jimenez from Polk County and Helen Burds from Linn County!
Are you a 2026 Hixson Scholar?
Email [email protected] with a picture accepting your Hixson Award to be featured in an upcoming post.
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