Leadership through Engineering Academic Diversity (LEAD) Initiatives provide services and programs to support the success of students with a primary focus on retention of scholars in the College of Engineering and at Iowa State University

LEAD Initiatives has been recognized by Insight into Diversity with the 2023 Inspiring Programs in STEM Award for being an “exemplary and innovative initiative designed to recruit and retain underrepresented individuals in STEM.”

• Academic and Personal Advising and Support
• Transition Support for First Year and Transfer scholars
• Educational Programs
• Industrial Networking Opportunities
• Industry Tours
• Living and Learning Community
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Social Networking and Support
• Study Tables
• Tutoring Referrals