AMES, Iowa — Hermiston graduate Chase Carlson, of Council Bluffs, Iowa, will graduate with a bachelor of science degree from the Iowa State University’s College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS). Majoring in agricultural business, Carlson will join a network of 46,000 CALS alumni sharing their talents and making a difference around the world.

Due to the ongoing COVID-19 crisis and the university’s commitment to prioritize health and safety, spring commencement has moved to a virtual format. On May 8, 2020, the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences will host a virtual convocation at 9 a.m CST. This event provides individual recognition for graduating seniors and will feature a series of videos hosted on the college Facebook page or at www.cals.iastate.edu/convocation where the virtual celebration will be archived for future viewing.