Friday, 28 Apr 2017
Symposium: Archaeological, Biological and Cultural Approaches to Understanding Humans
The anthropology symposium is an opportunity for students to share and discuss their projects and research in an academic setting among their faculty and peers. All are welcome to attend. Registration not required.
Voorhees Supply Chain Management Conference
Learn about the future of supply chain with industry experts speaking on emerging technologies. A reception will follow the conference (2:30-4 p.m.).
Workshop: Communicating with Voters
Ready to Run Iowa is a non-partisan campaign training program to encourage women to run for elective office, position themselves for appointive office, work on a campaign or become involved in public life as leaders in their respective communities. Fee includes workshop materials, a parking pass and light refreshments. Registration is required.
CODAC Spring Sale
Final day of the biannual sale of work by students in the integrated studio arts and integrated visual arts programs, sponsored by CODAC (College of Design Art Club). Work this year may include ceramics, prints, photos, jewelry, woods and textiles. Most items will range in price from $5 to $150.
The Giver
In a "utopian" future of sameness, young Jonas inherits an unusual career: to receive and keep the memories of his communities past. Throughout his lessons with his elder predecessor, Jonas learns of love, war, and all of life's unknown joys and pains, and he must decide whether to keep these secrets or upend his community. Based on Lois Lowry's modern classic.
Barks@Parks
The most popular study break on campus is back. Certified therapy dogs will be available in Parks Library daily during dead week. Follow the paw prints and use #BarksAtParks when sharing your photos with the dogs on Twitter.
Retirement reception: Rob Hubert
Rob Hubert, teaching laboratory coordinator for the animal science department, is retiring.
Workshop: Winning Internet Strategies
Ready to Run Iowa is a non-partisan campaign training program to encourage women to run for elective office, position themselves for appointive office, work on a campaign or become involved in public life as leaders in their respective communities. Fee includes workshop materials, a parking pass and light refreshments. Registration is required.
Retirement reception: Jean Anderson, Eunice Bassler, Marilyn Cox
Faculty members Jean Anderson and Eunice Bassler and analyst Marilyn Cox, all in the department of food science and human nutrition, are retiring. A program is planned at 4 p.m.
Retirement reception: Russell Mullen
Russell Mullen, agronomy department, is retiring. A program will begin at 3:30 p.m.
Retirement reception: Christine Schultz
Christine Schultz, a senior lecturer in the mathematics department, is retiring. A program will start at 5:15 p.m.
Saturday, 29 Apr 2017
Opening Weekend: "Washed Ashore" exhibit
"Washed Ashore," featuring giant sea life sculptures made from trash collected from beaches to graphically illustrate the tragedy of plastic pollution in our oceans and waterways.
Treasure from Trash Drop-in Workshop
Create a mini sculpture from trash to take home in this informal, drop-in program for kids and adults.
Softball
Iowa State vs. Western Illinois. Check athletics website for schedule changes due to weather.
Softball
Iowa State vs. Western Illinois. Check athletics website for schedule changes due to weather.
The Grapes of Wrath
The National Players bring a powerful production of Steinbeck's Great American Novel, The Grapes of Wrath. Presented in the intimate Fisher Theater at Iowa State Center, this story of the Joad Family's trek west. Leaving the Dust Bowl behind and persevering against all odds, they strive for their own piece of the American dream.
Sunday, 30 Apr 2017
Workshop: Needle Felting
Learn to make a small fiber "painting" from wool roving, with fiber artist and instructor, Betty Chamness Trost.
Walk-in Argentine Tango
This Milonga (dance party) is a multi-level class with lots of time to enjoy the music and dance. From 4-5pm, moves for beginners are introduced with a different figure each week along with techniques for dancing better. From 5-7pm, the dance floor is yours for dancing under the guidance of Valerie and working with different partners. An intermediate level figure will also be introduced during this time.
Monday, 01 May 2017
Final Exams
Continue through May 5
University Bills
University bills with Summer 2017 tuition and fees charges available on AccessPlus.
Dyscovry Foods New Product Showcase
The public is invited to sample innovative new foods at the annual Dyscovry Foods New Product Showcase. The event will feature 12 new and exciting food products produced by students in FSHN 412, the capstone course for seniors in food science and culinary food science.
Retirement reception: Curt Purdum
Curt Purdum, a buyer in facilities planning and management, is retiring. A program will begin at 2:30 p.m.
Retirement reception: Barb Licklider
Barb Licklider, University Professor in the School of Education, is retiring after 27 years of service at Iowa State. A program will be held at 2:30 p.m.
Class: Black & White Digital Photography
A four-week program taught by photographer Mark Stoltenberg.
Water Lily Repotting Workshop
Join Jamie Beyer - Master Gardener and Water Plant Expert - for a hands on demonstration of the proper way to pot water lilies and other water plants.
Tuesday, 02 May 2017
Final Exams
Continue through May 5
Retirement reception: Laura Carabillo
Laura Carabillo, senior negotiator, industry contracts, in the office of intellectual property and technology transfer, is retiring.
Meeting: Faculty Senate
The Faculty Senate represents the general faculty of Iowa State University and participates in shared governance of the University with the administration. Senate meetings are open to the public.
Macro Photography 3: Water
A four-week program on Tuesdays beginning May 2, 6:00 - 8:30 p.m. Take your close-up photography to the next level by incorporating water in compositions into your shots with this four-week course with expert photographer and instructor Mark Stoltenberg.
Wednesday, 03 May 2017
Final Exams
Continue through May 5