Iowa State University welcomes new president David Cook

Iowa State University is cutting its women's gymnastics program, weeks after abruptly canceling the remainder of the season due to what athletics director Jamie Pollard said were "unreconcilable differences" in the program, the school announced March 3.

Iowa State University alumnus David Cook recently started his new role as president, returning to the Ames school 36 years after graduating. Cook was born in Ames, attended Ames High School, and graduated from Iowa State University in 1992.

Iowa State University recently announced its 17th president, who will be the third alumni to take on the top role. The university was founded in 1858 and had its first president 10 years later. Current President Wendy Wintersteen announced her intent to ...

Iowa State University canceled the remainder of its gymnastics season due to not having enough athletes to safely compete. The university has not publicly stated the specific reasons for the cancellation, leading to concern from athletes and alumni.

The university will transition the program into a scholarship over the next five years before it fully dissolves, citing funding and long-term sustainability concerns.