Jamie Pollard's Legacy at Iowa State | Sioux City News

Sioux City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 11, 2026 · 1m

After 22 transformative years, Jamie Pollard is stepping down as Iowa State’s athletic director, leaving behind a legacy of record-breaking achievements, campus upgrades, and championship success. Under his leadership, the department raised hundreds of millions, built CyTown, and pushed academic excellence to a 95% graduation rate — the 11th straight year of growth. Iowa State’s teams captured 24 Big 12 titles, made 11 bowl appearances including a Fiesta Bowl win, and claimed 24 individual national championships. Pollard also championed community impact, earned national recognition, and…