Data Entry

The information on many of the web pages is driven by MySQL databases, coupled with the php web scripting language.  Thus, when information is changed/added in a database, the web page is automatically updated for viewing.  Each database has a group of people who have access to it, depending on the information.  Below are the current web databases:

Student Records

DATABASE: DESCRIPTION: WHO HAS ACCESS:
Modify Directory Information for All Faculty, Students and Staff Stat Admin, Chair, Support Staff
Exports the Department Directory as a PDF file. Faculty, Stat Admin, Support Staff
Where Users Can Update their Address, Phone, etc. for our Website Faculty, Support Staff and Grad Students, Stat Admin
  • Email Lists
Email lists are now maintained as Mailman lists and are updated automatically  
  • Exams: MS and PhD
To post past exams, contact stat-tech@iastate.edu. Students can view exams here. Jessica Higgins, Stat Admin
Faculty Can Update Publications, Professional Activities, etc.
Updated information appears on the Faculty Directory Web Page
Faculty, Stat Admin, Support Staff
Add/Modify List of Books in the Reading Room Stat Admin, Support Staff