Tuesday, 23 Apr 2024
Workshop: Team Science - The BIG Why!
Join us as we host Dr. Ellyn Dickmann to discover 'why' funders love team science. Learn how to implement team science approaches to become more innovative, productive and have more impact on scientific breakthroughs. Topics will include: foundational principles of team science; a review of evidence-based research that supports team science; basics regarding convergent research strategies; and how to create and implement strategies in your team.
Performance: Have You Filled A Bucket Today?
This fun-filled musical from Virginia Repertory Theatre is based on the concepts in Carol McCloud's award-winning children's books "Have You Filled a Bucket Today?" and "Growing Up with a Bucket Full of Happiness," and Ann Marie G. Halstead's "The Bucket Filling Fairy." The books and play use the concept of a bucket to show students how to express kindness, appreciation and love to be bucket-fillers. For children in grades K-5.
Workshop: Building Interactive Text Adventures with Twine
Twine is an open-source tool for creating interactive fiction and simple choose your own adventure games without the need for programming knowledge. Twine offers both a browser-based application and a desktop app with built-in story formats that can be customized with html and css. In this workshop, participants will explore some existing Twine creations and build their own hyperlinked story.
Micro-credentialing at Iowa State: Share your ideas!
ISU and CELT are exploring innovative ways to enhance the learner's experience through micro-credentials with the development of a university-wide initiative.
Meeting: Faculty Senate
The Faculty Senate represents the general faculty of Iowa State and participates in shared governance of the University with the administration. Senate meetings are open to the public.
Softball vs. St. Thomas
Iowa State vs. St. Thomas. Schedule updates and weather delays are announced on the team social media accounts and the athletics website.
Rovers at Reiman
Every Tuesday in April from 4:30-7 pm, visitors to Reiman Gardens are welcome to bring their dogs for a walk on our beautiful grounds. Bring your family and furry friends for a fun, casual, new experience and watch our grounds turn greener throughout the month.
Confronting Cancer in College
Outspoken throughout his battle with testicular cancer, Iowa State Athletics Director Jamie Pollard will share his message of encouragement and the importance of the support he received from the community through his treatment. Then, hear from the American Cancer Society On Campus student group as they share stories and resources related to personal or familial cancer experiences.
Open Mic Night
ISU students - are you looking to impress your fellow Cyclones with your singing, comedy, chainsaw juggling, or other talents? Then don't miss Open Mic Night at the M-Shop! (No chainsaw juggling, please)
Wednesday, 24 Apr 2024
Build Your Own Mental Health Kit
Join us for the bi-annual Menta Health Kits sponsored by the Student Union Board! We will have boxes to fill with treats and trinkets to support you and your mental health during the upcoming finals, and it's all FREE! Mental Health Kits will run from 10am to 2pm in the Maintenance Shop on Wednesday, April 24th or until supplies run out.
Art Walk: Dorm Life
Explore public art found in the residence halls around the east side of campus and learn about the connections to dorm life throughout Iowa State's history. Led by docent Steve Petska.
Retirement reception: Ann Oberhauser
Oberhauser, professor in the sociology and criminal justice department, will retire from the university on May 15.
Pathways to Peace: Drawing from the Experiences of Palestinian Refugees
This talk reflects on the prospects for a peaceful resolution of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict from the perspective of Palestinian refugees, who have been marginalized in international attempts to resolve the conflict. So far, these international attempts, which have largely focused on a two-state solution have been unsuccessful. Drawing on the experiences of Palestinian refugees who have been at the center of the research Dr. Gabiam has...
Comedy College Finals
Comedy College Finals is a no laughing matter! Come watch and enjoy seeing Iowa State students' final project, giving a stand-up comedy set to the public!
Thursday, 25 Apr 2024
Spring Enchantment Extended Hours
Dreaming of spring? Mark your calendars and don't miss our amazing bulb display featuring thousands of tulips, hyacinths and other bulbs. Enjoy extended visiting hours until 8pm while the tulips are in their prime.
ISU Arbor Day Tree Planting Event
Students, faculty, and staff are invited to participated in the 2024 Arbor Day Planting Event.
Retirement reception: Warren Franke
Franke, a professor of kinesiology, will retire from Iowa State on June 30.
Brothers, Unlimited
Ben Jealous is an American civil rights leader, activist, and politician who is the seventh executive director of the Sierra Club, one of the largest and most influential environmental organizations in the United States. With a background in social justice advocacy, Ben brings a unique perspective to his role, focusing on issues of environmental justice, climate change, and conservation. Before leading the Sierra Club, he served as the...
Cyclone Cinema: Mean Girls
Cyclone Cinema is presented by the Student Union Board and showcases a variety of film genres, screening a different movie every weekend Thursday - Sunday during the semester. Sunday film screenings are in open caption format. All other screenings can be open caption as well, as long as the request is made to the staff prior to the movie starting.
How to Repair America's Broken Housing Systems: Jenny Schuetz Lecture
Jenny Schuetz, a Senior Fellow at the Brookings Institution, will speak about creating equitable housing policies in a lecture on "How to Repair America's Broken Housing Systems," which is the subtitle of her 2022 book "Fixer-Upper."
ISU Theatre: John Proctor is the Villain
In present-day Appalachia, a high school class explores "The Crucible." As scandal swirls in their community, the assignment turns into an examination of power, love, and sex education. Advisory: Contains adult language and content. "John Proctor is the Villain" will run in repertory with "The Crucible."
Concert: Local Showcase w/ Formerly Gifted, Riding Atlas, and Teaze (Indie-Rock)
With influence from pop-punk and indie rock, Teaze is a garage-roots band formed in Ames, Iowa in 2022. Roeby Stebbins (lead guitar), Jayden Luse (drums), Ella Slade (vocals, rhythm guitar) and Matthew Wade (bass).
Friday, 26 Apr 2024
Spring Enchantment Extended Hours
Dreaming of spring? Mark your calendars and don't miss our amazing bulb display featuring thousands of tulips, hyacinths and other bulbs. Enjoy extended visiting hours until 8pm while the tulips are in their prime.
One Sustainable Iowa Student Sustainability Conference
Students from colleges and universities across Iowa will meet for a day of networking and skills building as they tackle sustainability issues on their campuses and beyond.
Innovation Lunch Club
Learn how the ISU Translational AI Center can work for you from program manager Jessica Bell. The Center breaks down disciplinary silos to bring together core ISU artificial intelligence researchers and subject matter interested in applying new technologies to their work.
Recognition and Awards for Teaching
The WHY? WHAT? And HOW? Of University Teaching Awards.
Fired Ink Art Fridays
Create swirls and blurs of vibrant color on glass using alcohol inks and a little bit of fire. We will seal the design and slip it into an 8 x 10 frame for an instant masterpiece!
Cyclone Cinema: Mean Girls
Cyclone Cinema is presented by the Student Union Board and showcases a variety of film genres, screening a different movie every weekend Thursday - Sunday during the semester. Sunday film screenings are in open caption format. All other screenings can be open caption as well, as long as the request is made to the staff prior to the movie starting.
ISU Theatre: John Proctor is the Villain
In present-day Appalachia, a high school class explores "The Crucible." As scandal swirls in their community, the assignment turns into an examination of power, love, and sex education. Advisory: Contains adult language and content. "John Proctor is the Villain" will run in repertory with "The Crucible."
Saturday, 27 Apr 2024
Suicide Awareness Walk
Iowa State's Out of the Darkness campus walk, supporting the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention's (AFSP) education and support programs. Registration is free. Walk begins at 10 a.m., south of the campanile. Rain location is State Gym