Wednesday, 19 Feb 2014
Chinese Ceramic Glaze-Painting Demo/Workshop
Professor Guan Jiaqing of the Department of Design at Wuhan University School of Urban Design in Wuhan, China, will present this ceramic-based glaze-painting demonstration and workshop to accompany "The Highest Good is Like Water" exhibition, Feb. 12-21 in the ISU College of Designs Gallery 181. The exhibition and demo are free and open to the public.
Online Tele-Workshop: How to align your time with your priorities
In January, many of you joined us to create your semester plan. This month, we invite you to grab your semester plans and learn the secret to making it work day-to-day and week-to-week! Our "Aligning Your Time With Your Priorities" teleworkshop is a step-by-step guide to your weekly planning meeting.
Ten Realities of Doing Business Globally
Greg Churchill is serving as Executive in Residence for the College of Business Feb. 17-19. He recently retired from Rockwell Collins as executive vice president for international business.
Workshop: Monitoring Student Learning in Blackboard Learn
This workshop is designed to introduce the monitoring functions of your Blackboard Learn course for understanding student learning. You will see a demonstration and become familiar with the benefits and logistics of the Retention Center, early warning system, course reports, item review statuses, item selective releases, Grade Center's smart views and color-coding.
Artful Yoga
Build strength, endurance, and balance in a yoga class that will leave you feeling relaxed and centered. Behind all of those sore muscles you may find patience, peace, and a stronger mind/body connection. No yoga experience is necessary, but please bring your own mat.
Discussion: Chinese Painting History and Techniques
Five distinguished artists and visiting scholars from Wuhan University in China's western Hubei Province will speak about their work and traditional Chinese painting techniques. They will discuss unique methods and styles of Chinese water color painting, sketch drawing, engraving, photography, ceramic tile painting, and how traditional cultural elements are incorporated into contemporary work.
Reading: Looking After Minidoka, An American Memoir
Neil Nakadate will read from and discuss his new book, an account of the discrimination faced by his Japanese American family during World War II.
Thursday, 20 Feb 2014
Fee Payment Deadline for Spring 2014
Fee payment deadline, spring. Second payment (minimum due).
Light and Shadows: Architectural Photography by Wang Xin
Lecturer Wang Xin of the Department of Design at Wuhan University School of Urban Design in Wuhan, China, will share a PowerPoint presentation of her photos of traditional Chinese architecture. Her presentation is part of a series of events accompanying "The Highest Good is Like Water" exhibition Feb. 12 through Feb. 21 in the College of Design's Gallery 181. The exhibition and presentation are free and open to the public.
Computer Science Colloquium (New Time)
"Big(ger) Data in Software Engineering," Meiyappan Nagappan, Queen's University, Ontario, Canada. A reception precedes the talk.
University policies for non-tenure eligible faculty
An event for lecturers/senior lecturers, clinicians/senior clinicians, and adjunct faculty on university policies.
Lithographic Plate-Engraving Demo/Workshop
Associate Professor Xia Lijun of the Department of Design at Wuhan University School of Urban Design in Wuhan, China, will present this lithographic plate-engraving demonstration and workshop to accompany "The Highest Good is Like Water" exhibition, Feb. 12-21 in the College of Design's Gallery 181. The exhibition and demo are free and open to the public.
Fused Glass Accessories Class
Learn the basics of fusing by creating glass cabochons. Attach them to jewelry blanks and leave with wearable art including a bracelet, ring and set of hair pins.
Brain Fix: Using Neuroscience and Nutrition as a Metaphor for Recovery
Dr. Ralph Carson is a clinical nutritionist and exercise physiologist who has been involved in the clinical treatment of addictions, obesity, and eating disorders for more than 30 years. He currently manages Oprah Winfrey's web page on eating disorders and is the consultant for Pine Grove's eating disorder program. Eating Disorder Awareness Week
Cyclone Cinema: Gravity
A medical engineer and an astronaut work together to survive after an accident leaves them adrift in space.
Sewing: Tablet Cover Class
A class for beginning sewers who can thread the machine and sew a little but need some direction to practice their skills. Make a cover for your iPad or Kindle that is fun and functional.
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.
Endangered Languages: A Poet's Journey into Global Cultures
Bob Holman is a poet, spoken word artist, professor, activist, filmmaker and soon-to-be host of a PBS documentary on endangered languages. Goldtrap Lecture in English
Friday, 21 Feb 2014
CANCELED: Flexible faculty policies
An informational session with Associate Provost Dawn Bratsch-Prince on ISU flexible faculty policies.
PSI: A New Model for Success
Director Patrick Schnable will share a new research focus and funding model for the Plant Sciences Institute and describe a new Faculty Fellows program. This meeting will gauge interest in a future workshop series to bring together plant scientists, computational scientists, engineers and others to explore research challenges and solutions in the area of phenomics.
CANCELED: Geological & Atmospheric Sciences Seminar
"Mapping Faults in Subducting Slabs: Implications for Deep Earthquake Mechanics" by Linda Warren, St. Louis University, St. Louis, MO.
Paint Your Own Pottery: Mug Night
Join us for a fun exploration of techniques in "painting" bisque. Choose from mugs of all sizes and styles for your favorite beverage and personalize it.
Social Justice Summit
Vijay Pendakur, Director of the Office of Multicultural Student Success, DePaul University, will take a look at, the identities we carry and how social systems of power, privilege and oppression impact our lived experiences in contemporary American society.
Planetarium Show: Backyard Astronomy
Are you curious about space? Do you wonder about what you can see in the night sky? If so, bring your questions and come to the ISU Planetarium to learn more. The first show, starting at 6:30 p.m. will be 20 minutes and for kids. Shows at 7 and 7:30 p.m. and are suitable for all ages. Tickets will be available at the door starting at 6:15 p.m. Seating is limited.
Gymnastics
Iowa State vs. Minnesota.
Cyclone Cinema: Gravity
A medical engineer and an astronaut work together to survive after an accident leaves them adrift in space.
Dance social
Free dance social hosted by the ISU Ballroom Dance Club. Singles welcome. Dress is casual; indoor shoes or socks are required.
Saturday, 22 Feb 2014
Schedule of Classes for Fall 2014
Schedule of Classes for Fall 2014 available for viewing on the Web at http://classes.iastate.edu/
Adinkra Painting
Adinkra is a stamped cloth traditionally made by people in Ghana. The symbols in Adinkra each have a special meaning from unity and strength to faith and initiative in addition to representing proverbs.