Friday, 14 Feb 2014
Drop deadline for first half-semester courses
Last day to drop a first half-semester course without extenuating circumstances.
Pass/Not Pass first half-semester courses
Last day to change a first half-semester course to or from Pass/Not Pass. Courses changed to graded basis after Jan. 27 count toward total allowable P/NP credits used for graduation.
Repeat Course Designation Deadline
Last day to file a Designation of Repeated Course form for a first half-semester course that is not an automatic designated repeat.
Valentine's Day Rose Sale
ISU's Hort Club will sell roses -- single, half dozen or a dozen -- in a vase or a cellophane sleeve.
Open forum: Adam Schwartz, candidate for Ames Laboratory director
Adam Schwartz is division director, condensed matter and materials, Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, Livermore, Calif. All are invited to attend the open forum.
Track and Field
Iowa State Classic.
BUG: Blackboard User Group Meetings
Monthly meeting of BbLearn users discussing various topics related to the use of Blackboard Learn in teaching and learning.
Research workshop
"Institutional Review Board (IRB): What All Researchers Need to Know," Kerry Agnitsch, interim director, Office for Responsible Research. Bring your lunch; cookies provided.
Multiple Ways to Love: A Valentine's Day Poetry Reading
Eduardo C. Corral won the 2011 Yale Series of Younger Poets competition for his first book of poetry, "Slow Lightning." His work is recognized for its exploration of Latino identity and gender and sexuality.
Paint Your Own Pottery: Date Night
A great way to start a date or hang out with friends on Valentine's Day.
Bela Fleck, Abigail Washburn & Del McCoury Band
Banjo superstars Bela Fleck and Abigail Washburn and the legendary bluegrass Del McCoury bring a Valentine's Day treat to Stephens this year!
Dance social
Valentine's Day party. Free dance social hosted by the ISU Ballroom Dance Club. Singles welcome. Dress is casual; indoor shoes or socks are required.
Men's hockey
ISU vs. University of Central Oklahoma.
Saturday, 15 Feb 2014
Reception: "Life of Sierra Leone" exhibit
Opening reception for the "Radford Davis: Life of Sierra Leone" exhibit. The photos capture the lives, conditions, and challenges of the people in one of the poorest countries on Earth. Davis is an associate professor of public health in the College of Veterinary Medicine. His passion is documenting our world and its people through photo essays.
Track and Field
Iowa State Classic.
Men's Basketball
ISU vs. Texas Tech.
Argentine Tango Practica (Class)
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. Wear dancing shoes, smooth-soled shoes, or s
Women's Basketball
ISU vs. Kansas.
Men's hockey
ISU vs. University of Central Oklahoma.
Sunday, 16 Feb 2014
Argentine Tango Class
This Milonga (dance party) is a multi-level class with lots of time to enjoy the music and dance.
Monday, 17 Feb 2014
Seminar: How using digital open badges can motivate your students
Dennis Culver, Center for Technology in Learning and Teaching (CTLT), has adopted the use of digital open badges as a way to motivate students to learn new skills, demonstrate their knowledge, and provide excellent service. Culver will explain the importance of digital open badges, and how they can capture a student's competencies.
Architectural Sketching Demo/Workshop
Associate Professor Wen Qingwu of the Department of Design at Wuhan University School of Urban Design in Wuhan, China, will present this architectural sketching demonstration and workshop to accompany "The Highest Good is Like Water" exhibition, Feb. 12-21 in the ISU College of Design's Gallery 181. The exhibition and demo are free and open to the public.
Mat Cutting Class
Learn to size mats, cut straight and beveled edges, and hinge mount artwork.
Religious Freedom for All: Living Together with Our Deepest Differences
Os Guinness is an author and social critic who writes frequently about modern American culture. His new book, "The Global Public Square," champions the freedom of thought, conscience and religion as a way to negotiate differences in public life. Veritas Forum
Wheel Pottery Class
Students will be guided through all aspects of forming bowls, mugs, vases and more on the pottery wheel. Learn hand-pulling, glazing and finishing techniques.
Tuesday, 18 Feb 2014
Degree Audit Changes
Last day to change degree audit information for spring.
Service-Learning Faculty/Staff/Graduate Student Learning Community
Are you interested in developing, or enhancing, a service-learning component within your course? You are invited to join this dynamic, interdisciplinary group as we walk-through the process of integrating service-learning into the curriculum. These interactive sessions will include topical discussions, readings, and sharing of best practices.
Watercolor Demo/Workshop
Associate Professor Zhou Ziumei of the Department of Design at Wuhan University School of Urban Design in Wuhan, China, will present this watercolor demonstration and workshop to accompany "The Highest Good is Like Water" exhibition, Feb. 12-21 in the ISU College of Design's Gallery 181. The exhibition and demo are free and open to the public.
Sewing Lessons
Whether you are a beginner needing to learn how to operate a sewing machine, or someone who needs help finishing a project in progress, this class is for you.
Men's Basketball
ISU vs. Texas.