Friday, 30 May 2014
Audit deadline full semester (12 weeks): Summer 2014
Last day to elect to audit a course for a twelve-week, full summer course. The instructor of the course must approve an audit.
Public hearing: Regents' agenda
At this public hearing, individuals have an opportunity to provide early input on agenda items for the state Board of Regents June 4-5 meeting at the Iowa State University.
Retirement reception: Maury Hope
Maury Hope, associate chief information officer in Information Technology Services, is retiring. A short program will begin at 4 p.m.
Inspiration Awards and Annual Reception
A reception will be followed by recognition of retiring members of the ISU Alumni Association board and 2014 recipients of the Faculty-Staff Inspiration Award. The event will conclude with an appetizer and dessert reception. RSVPs requested by May 19.
Sunday, 01 Jun 2014
Dialogue with the Director
Join University Museums Director Lynette Pohlman for an inside look at the exhibition Illuminating Perception: Explorations of Light and Shadow by Mac Adams in the Christian Petersen Art Museum. The tour will continue on to the Anderson Sculpture Garden and Farm House Museum.
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.
Monday, 02 Jun 2014
Book Club: Creative Confidence: Unleashing the Creative Potential Within Us All
Do you describe yourself as an "uncreative" type? Or, do you identify as creative but are looking for ways to capture and incorporate those thought processes? Read and discuss Tom Kelley and David Kelley's book, Creative Confidence, in a fun, conversational atmosphere.
Zendoodle Workshop
Do you scribble patterns on notepads or junk mail? Does it relax you to doodle during class or in meetings? If so, you are already on your way to creating artful meditation.
State Fair Photo Contest Prep Class
A step-by-step class that will get your photos prepared for submission to the Iowa State Fair Photo Contest.
Tuesday, 03 Jun 2014
Metal Clay and Fused Glass Pendants Class
Create your own beautiful focal piece using glass fusing techniques--and show it off in a custom fine silver setting.
Wednesday, 04 Jun 2014
Meeting: Professional and Scientific Council
P&S Council meetings are open to the public.
Intermediate Photography Class
Take your photography to the next level with this four-part class. Building on concepts from Beginner Photography with practical application and further exploration of the tools, mechanics, and process, take creative control of your photographs. Emphasis will be on improving familiarity with manual control of aperture, shutter, lighting and flash. You will need to bring your DSLR camera and a sturdy tripod to class.
Jewelry Casting Class
Lost-wax casting is an ago-old sculptural jewelry process.
Wheel Pottery Class
Students will be guided through all aspects of forming bowls, mugs, vases and more on the pottery wheel.
Thursday, 05 Jun 2014
Paint Your Own Pottery: Father's Day
Join us for a fun exploration of techniques in "painting" bisque. Give the gift of handmade for Father's Day. Make a mustache mug, a funny garden gnome, a pilsner glass...lots of possibilities for a personalized gift.
Friday, 06 Jun 2014
Graduate College: applications for graduation
Graduate College applications for graduation for Summer 2014 are due in the Graduate College, 1137 Pearson Hall.
Open house: Dairy Month Celebration
The event is open to the public and will include tours of the farm (6:30-10:30 a.m.). The discovery center for children will open at 7 a.m. Free samples of milk, cheese, yogurt and ice cream will be served, courtesy of Iowa's dairy processors.
Retirement reception: Lynette Sherer
Lynette Sherer is a program coordinator in Information Technology Services.
Reiman Gardens After Hours
Kick back and relax at Reiman Gardens' After Hours! This quarterly event is an opportunity to enjoy good company and live music in a beautiful garden setting. Reiman Gardens will showcase new plants at each event with a special signature drink.