Iowa's doing a great job bringing young people to the state, but we don't have the number and kind of jobs to keep them here,

I get advice in all directions from people with an interest in Iowa State. A lot of opinions come my way, but look at the track record of the athletic department - it's in great financial shape and the National Cyclone Club membership is up.

I applaud Director (Robert) Mueller for reaching out to Iowa State and other universities.

I believe the decision to continue to work with ISU Dining is the right one, from both a financial standpoint and the demonstrated ability to serve our Iowa State students well and enhance the student experience at Iowa State.

I'm pleased to serve on this new advisory board and to help improve communications and understanding between higher education and the FBI,

He's an individual with a great deal of direct experience and that will be important for this position, ... He has the leadership qualities and skills that will allow him to excel.