Saturday, 06 Nov 2010
Cyclone Central Tailgate
Pre-game tailgate. Buffet meal available for purchase, catered by The Cafe - reserve by Nov. 3.
Volleyball
ISU vs. Missouri.
Ames C.art Sew & Swap
Sharing and stitching together materials, ideas, and community! Meets Saturday from 1-4pm.
Football
ISU vs. Nebraska.
Dance concert: Co'Motion Dance Theater
This is the opening performance of Co'Motion's 2010-11 season. Following the show, there will be an opportunity to talk with the dancers and choreographer.
ISU Theatre Production of "The Arabian Nights"
A Persian sultan whose first wife was unfaithful mistrusts all women until his beautiful young bride, Scheherazade, tells him a story on their first night together and begins a second one. The sultan eagerly awaits the conclusion of the following night. After 1001 nights of storytelling, he makes her his Queen. The stories of Scheherazade feature genies, thieves, and kings and raise storytelling to a new level of enchantment.
Malaysian Cultural Night
An annual event celebrating Malaysia's cultural diversity. Performances representing the various ethnic groups that build this country. Event has seven different performances, lucky draw and a dinner serving ethnic Malaysian food. Doors open at 7 p.m.
Sunday, 07 Nov 2010
Buck Bowling
$1 bowling, $ 1 shoes, and $1 soda.
Iowa Statesmen
The 114 men strong choir will perform How Can I Keep From Singing? by Gwyneth Walker; And with Songs We Will Glorify by Benedetto Marcello; I Come Singing by Eric Barnum, featuring James Sweeney, percussion. The middle of the program will feature selections by Shy of a Dozen. Thomas Hales, student conductor, will director Who are the Brave? by Joseph Martin and the program will cl
Fleece Hats, Mittens & Socks with Judith Lemish
Bring in your favorite fleece and learn to sew winter hats, mittens and socks. Meets Sundays from 2-4pm for 2 weeks.
ISU Theatre Production of "The Arabian Nights"
A Persian sultan whose first wife was unfaithful mistrusts all women until his beautiful young bride, Scheherazade, tells him a story on their first night together and begins a second one. The sultan eagerly awaits the conclusion of the following night. After 1001 nights of storytelling, he makes her his Queen. The stories of Scheherazade feature genies, thieves, and kings and raise storytelling to a new level of enchantment.
Women's Basketball
Exhibition vs. Wartburg College.
Argentine Tango Practica with Valerie Williams
This Milonga (dance party) is a multi-level class with lots of time to enjoy the music and dance.
Veterans Day Celebration: "Under the Middle Eastern Sky"
Veterans and military families are invited to "Under the Middle Eastern Sky" in celebration of Veteran's Day. The ISU chapter of Student Veterans of America and Operation: Military Kids are sponsoring the family-focused event, which is free for veterans, student veterans and military families.
Drumline LIVE
Drumline LIVE, a show-stopping attraction created by the music team behind 20th Century Fox's hit movie "Drumline. "
Grant Wood: A Life
"Grant Wood: A Life," R. Tripp Evans, author of the forthcoming biography Grant Wood: A Life. The book uncovers the artist's personal life and the many ways it contradicted his public image.
Monday, 08 Nov 2010
Give Some Warmth
Give Some Warmth is a winter wear drive for local non-profit organizations.
Buck Bowling
$1 bowling, $ 1 shoes, and $1 soda.
Coach Talk: Bill Fennelly (Women's Basketball)
Cyclone head basketball coaches will meet with fans and answer questions about the season. Bring your lunch and your questions! Door Prizes will be distributed!
Horticulture Seminar
St. John EARTH Project, by Mike Reinert, Assistant Professor, Department of Horticulture at Iowa State University
Fill Me Up Basket with Jan Smith
Begin with an 8"x11" base, an 8"x12" "D" handle, add some red and green for accent, and you have a colorful holiday market basket.
ISU Percussion Ensemble
Matthew Coley, director
Tuesday, 09 Nov 2010
IPERS financial help
An IPERS representative will be at ISU monthly for individual appointments at the Memorial Union. If you or your spouse/partner have IPERS, take advantage of this opportunity to see your personal income projection and better understand how IPERS will work for you in retirement.
Graduate Education Study Circle: Strengthening the Professoriate @ ISU
"Broadening Participation Through Partnerships." Discussion will provide examples and ideas for partnerships with faculty from minority-serving institutions, as well as with these institutions. To register, e-mail spisu@iastate.edu.
Tuesday Tea
Come to the Farm House Museum to enjoy tea and conversation about all things Farm House. Mark your calendar from Noon to 1:00 pm Tuesdays this month and enjoy the 150 year old structure in a whole new way. Check the University Museums website to learn what the discussion topic will be. Can't make it at noon? The Farm House will be serving tea from Noon to 4:00 pm on Tuesdays so stop in any time.
Faculty Senate meeting
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 and adjourn at 5 p.m.
Were You Born on the Wrong Continent?
Tom Geoghegan is a public interest attorney and the author of Were You Born on the Wrong Continent? an examination of the benefits and successes of the European social democracy. He will discuss what Germany's global competitiveness has to teach our country. Part of the Technology, Globalization & Culture Series.
Wednesday, 10 Nov 2010
Nuclear Arms Control for the 21st Century
Rose Gottemoeller is the Assistant Secretary of State for the Bureau of Arms Control, Verification and Compliance, and was the chief negotiator of the New Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty (New START) with the Russian Federation. She was formerly the Deputy Undersecretary of Energy for Defense Nuclear Nonproliferation and responsible for all nonproliferation cooperation with Russia and the Newly Independent States. Part of the World Affairs...
Informational session: "How the Attending Veterinarian Can Help with Your Research"
Discussion led by Dr. Mary Sauer, since January ISU's attending veterinarian. Those interested in attending should register by sending an e-mail to Connie Regenold in the Office for Responsible Research.
Fine dining dinner (Tuscan)
Students in the fine dining management class are hosting two more dinners during fall semester: Nov. 10 (Tuscan) and Dec. 1 (French). To reserve your spot, call 4-9740 or e-mail lraj@iastate.edu.