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Thursday, 25 Apr 2024

Spring Enchantment Extended Hours

Apr 25, 2024

10:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Reiman Gardens

See website

Reiman Gardens Special events

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

Apr 25, 2024

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

West of Parking Lot 10 and Town Engineering

free

Live Green Submissions Live Green

Students, faculty, and staff are invited to participated in the 2024 Arbor Day Planting Event.

Retirement reception: Warren Franke

Apr 25, 2024

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Room 213 Forker Building

free

Receptions and open houses Meetings, receptions

Franke, a professor of kinesiology, will retire from Iowa State on June 30.

Brothers, Unlimited

Apr 25, 2024

6:00 PM

3560 Memorial Union

Lecture Series Diversity Lectures Live Green

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

Apr 25, 2024

7:00 PM

Carver 101

free

Memorial Union programs Student activities

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

Apr 25, 2024

7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

0022 Sukup Hall

free

College of Design Lectures

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

Apr 25, 2024

7:30 PM

Fisher Theater

$20

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Arts, performances

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)

Apr 25, 2024

8:00 PM

The Maintenance Shop, Memorial Union

Free

Student Union Board Arts, performances Student activities

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

Apr 26, 2024

10:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Reiman Gardens

See website

Reiman Gardens Special events

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

Apr 26, 2024

10:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Memorial Union

Students $10 ($15 after 4/1) Faculty/staff $25 ($40 after 4/1) **Financial assistance available.

Live Green Submissions Live Green

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

Apr 26, 2024

11:15 AM - 12:30 PM

Economic Development Core Facility training room, 1805 Collaboration Place

free

Ivy College of Business Lectures

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.

Fired Ink Art Fridays

Apr 26, 2024

4:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Workspace

$12 in-studio/not available to go

Memorial Union programs Arts, performances Student activities

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

Apr 26, 2024

7:00 PM

Carver 101

free

Memorial Union programs Student activities

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

Apr 26, 2024

7:30 PM

Fisher Theater

$20

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Arts, performances

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

Apr 27, 2024

9:15 AM

Campanile south lawn

free

Student Affairs Meetings, receptions Student activities

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

Ames Repair Cafe

Apr 27, 2024

10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Ames Public Library, 515 Douglas Avenue

free

Live Green Submissions Live Green

Drop in to a free Repair Cafe at the Library! Volunteers will help repair broken items to give them a longer life cycle. There is no charge for repairs at the Repair Cafe.

Ames Seed Libary

Apr 27, 2024

10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Ames Public Library, 515 Douglas Avenue

free

Live Green Live Green

The Ames Seed Library is a community resource that offers free vegetable, flower, fruit and herb seeds in order to empower people to grow their own food and build relationships through gardening. Browse seeds and attend workshops during the Ames Repair Cafe to learn more.

Spring Enchantment Extended Hours

Apr 27, 2024

10:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Reiman Gardens

See website

Reiman Gardens Special events

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.

Open House Weekend with University Museums

Apr 27, 2024

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Christian Petersen Art Museum & Farm House Museum

free

University Museums Arts, performances

Having trouble getting to the museum during the week? Enjoy the University Museums' central campus locations and spring exhibitions during an open house weekend.

Cyclone Cinema: Mean Girls

Apr 27, 2024

7:00 PM

Carver 101

free

Memorial Union programs Student activities

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.

Cyclone Voice w/ Plain White T's

Apr 27, 2024

7:00 PM

Durham Great Hall, Memorial Union

free

Memorial Union programs Arts, performances Student activities

Cyclone Voice is ISU's premier, annual singing competition that highlights the vocal talents of Iowa State students. This year's event will be hosted by Grammy-nominated rock band Plain White T's!

ISU Theatre: The Crucible

Apr 27, 2024

7:30 PM

Fisher Theater

$20

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Arts, performances

This American classic based on the Salem witch trials of 1692 tells the story of a village that becomes embroiled in a witch hunt. The people of the village live in a constant state of fear as more and more people are accused of witchcraft. "The Crucible" will run in repertory with "John Proctor is the Villain."

Sunday, 28 Apr 2024

Cy's Finals Frenzy

Apr 28, 2024

10:00 AM - 1:00 AM

Memorial Union

free

Memorial Union programs Arts, performances Student activities

The inaugural "Cy's Finals Frenzy" (April 28-30) promotes healthy study habits and personal wellness for students preparing for final exams. Finals Frenzy opportunities include include study sessions, tutors and Supplemental Instruction leaders on site, quiet and group study rooms, free stress-relief activities including a smash room, Workspace crafts, bowling and more.

Open House Weekend with University Museums

Apr 28, 2024

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Christian Petersen Art Museum & Farm House Museum

free

University Museums Arts, performances

Having trouble getting to the museum during the week? Enjoy the University Museums' central campus locations and spring exhibitions during an open house weekend.

Sunday Tour

Apr 28, 2024

2:00 PM - 2:30 PM

Brunnier Art Museum

free

University Museums Arts, performances

Sunday Tours are 30 minutes long, are led by University Museums docents or staff, and are free!

ISU Theatre: The Crucible

Apr 28, 2024

3:00 PM

Fisher Theater

$20

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Arts, performances

This American classic based on the Salem witch trials of 1692 tells the story of a village that becomes embroiled in a witch hunt. The people of the village live in a constant state of fear as more and more people are accused of witchcraft. "The Crucible" will run in repertory with "John Proctor is the Villain."

Argentine Tango Drop-In Lessons

Apr 28, 2024

4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Room 3512, Memorial Union

5 lessons for $45 ISU, $55 public

Memorial Union programs Arts, performances Student activities

This Milonga (dance party) is a multi-level class with lots of time to enjoy the music and dance. Classes meet every Sunday and drop-ins are welcome. Purchase a dance punch card and attend as often as your schedule allows. Open to ages 18+.

Cyclone Cinema: Mean Girls

Apr 28, 2024

7:00 PM

Carver 101

free

Memorial Union programs Student activities

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.

Monday, 29 Apr 2024

Barks@Parks

Apr 29, 2024

12:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Parks Library, upper rotunda

free

University Library Student activities

Certified therapy dogs are available daily during prep week to help students de-stress. Additional student wellness activities including coloring pages, puzzles and games will be available 24/7 through finals week.