Every weekend, salsa and bachata classes bring people together in Ames. Michael Misra, the instructor, said dance changed his life. “I really found my confidence because of salsa,” Misra said. “Prior ...

Willard Straight Hall came to life Wednesday evening. The beat of rhythmic feet, echoes of laughter and lively latin dance music — courtesy of a live DJ — breathed energy into the cavernous room as ...