National Student Employment Week 2026
National Student Employment Week is celebrated during the second full week in April every year. Colleges and universities across the country take time to recognize the importance of student employees. Student employees perform invaluable services with enthusiasm, dedication, and initiative. Setting aside a special week to draw the awareness of others, both on and off campus, is the perfect opportunity to show your appreciation.
Nearly one-third of Iowa State students work on campus. Studies show that student employment is a powerful tool for students – helping with time management, connection to campus, and development of career readiness skills. We also know they have a huge impact on the work we do on campus. The Office of Financial Aid, in collaboration with campus partners, is excited to share a wide variety of campus-wide events. There will be a lot of prizes and giveaways for those that participate. We look forward to celebrating with you!
NSEW 2026 Gallery
NSEW Donations
- A heartfelt thank you to our 2025-2026 donors! Your generous gifts have made it possible for us to honor and celebrate our incredible student employees. We deeply appreciate your support in recognizing their hard work and dedication.
| 3 M |
| Ames Ford |
| Ames Park & Rec |
| Applebee’s |
| Avenues for Health |
| Blaze Pizza |
| Buffalo Wild Wings |
| Cafe Diem |
| Cafe Milo |
| Central Iowa Air Service |
| Chick-Fil-A |
| Chocolaterie Stam |
| City of Ames |
| Danfoss |
| Dublin Bay |
| Great Plains Pizza |
| Harvest Pickleball & Tennis |
| Hickory park |
| HyVee East Ames |
| Interstate Battery |
| Iowa Cubs |
| ISU Creamery |
| ISU Dining |
| ISU Foundation |
| Kwik Trip / Kwik Star |
| Jeffs Pizza |
| La Casa Maya |
| Members 1st CCU |
| Magic Muffler |
| Munn Lumbar |
| Open Flame Gilbert |
| Papa Murphy’s |
| Pepsi |
| Perfect Games |
| Pizza Pit |
| Potbelly Sandwich |
| Roni’s Mac Bar |
| Texas Roadhouse |
| The Loft |
| Theisens |
| Sam’s Club |
| Scooters |
| Seven Oaks Rec |
| Springhill Suites by Marriott |
| Sweet Caroline’s |
| Taco John’s |
| Thai kitchen |
| Theisens |
| Van Hemert’s Dutch Oven Bakery |
| Veenker Golf Course |
| VP Academic Affairs |
| VP Student Affairs |
| WCI Spa |
| West Street Deli |
Supervisors, looking for some inspiration to recognize your student employees? Check out NSEW Supervisor Tools