Thursday, 02 Oct 2014
Regents: Special meeting on TIER cases
The Board of Regents will hear presentations on eight efficiencies or "business cases" proposed for possible implementation at the state universities. The business cases, in the areas of information technology, human resources, finance and facilities, are part of the regent's Transparent, Inclusive Efficiency Review (TIER).
Cyclone Club Luncheon
Cyclone Club luncheons are open to the public. The program, led by John Walters, features a different coach each month. Doors open at 11:30 a.m. Cost of admission includes a catered lunch and door prizes.
Learning Community: Engaging Students through Writing
(Prerequisite: Currently teaching) While the possibilities for incorporating writing into a course are endless, these choices can also be overwhelming. What types of assignments will work in my course? How can I respond efficiently to student writing? Join the director of the Writing & Media Center for an in-depth, cross-disciplinary conversation on incorporating writing into courses across the curriculum.
Meeting: Professional and Scientific Council
P&S Council meetings are open to the public.
Exhibit reception: "Before and After: BPMI Alumni Exhibition"
The exhibit features 2- and 3-dimensional traditional and digital medical and scientific illustration and fine artwork--drawing, painting, illustration, animation, photography, prosthetic, sculpture, interactive, etc., by currently enrolled BPMI students and alumni of the program. The reception precedes a 7:30 p.m. keynote address. Part of the biological/pre-medical illustration program's 30th anniversary celebration.
Keynote: Biological/Pre-Medical Illustration Program 30th anniversary
"Rehabilitation of Body and Spirit: Science, Art and Technology in Facial Reconstruction," Suzanne Verma, president-elect of the International Anaplastology Association and assistant professor and certified clinical anaplastologist in the Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Baylor College of Dentistry, Texas A&M University, Dallas. Part of the biological/pre-medical illustration program's 30th anniversary celebration.
Cyclone Cinema: Maleficient
The Student Union Board presents Cyclone Cinema! Showings are FREE in Carver 101 at 7 and 10 p.m. every Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Hope to see you there!
Manufacturing Day Movie Night
View a private screening of American Made Movie, a documentary about the rise and fall of American manufacturing. Manufacturing industry experts will host a discussion following the film and refreshments made in Iowa will be served. All are invited.
Hermes String Quartet
presented jointly with Iowa State Center and Town & Gown.
The Science, Art and Technology of Facial Reconstruction
Suzanne Verma is an anaplastologist and a graduate of Iowa State's Biological and Premedical Illustration Program.
Concert: David Nail
Grammy-nominated country singer David Nail will perform, with performances also by upcomer Brooke Eden and ISU student Maria Doud.
Friday, 03 Oct 2014
Retirement reception: Gary Honeick
Gary Honeick, a platemaker in ISU printing and copy services, is retiring.
Apple sale
Golden Delicious and Red Delicious apples from the Hort Research Station north of Ames will be sold on a first-come, first-served basis. Other varieties may be available that day.
Interdisciplinary Phenomics Workshop
This series promotes interaction among faculty in diverse disciplines and helps forge new collaborations that will lead to the submission of successful grant proposals, ground-breaking research and the formation of new companies.
Learning Community: Team-Based Learning
Graduates of the TBL Teaching and Learning Circles are invited to participate in the TBL Faculty/Graduate Student/Postdoctoral Fellow Learning Community. We work as teams to optimize application exercises, readiness assurance tests, peer evaluation, and other aspects of course design, and also invite speakers to facilitate discussions of TBL theory, research and classroom application. Facilitator: Lisa Orgler, Lecturer, Horticulture
Retirement reception: John Hjortshoj
John Hjortshoj, supervisor in the electronics shop, U.S. Department of Energy's Ames Laboratory, is retiring.
Paint Your Own Pottery: Bubble Painting
Join us on Fridays evenings for a fun exploration of techniques in "painting" bisque. This technique is sort of like blowing bubbles when you were a kid, but we do it with a straw and paint. The popped bubbles show up and make interesting patterns on the finished pieces.
Latino Game Night
Join the Latino Heritage Committee's celebration of Lation Heritage Month with a night of games and candy.
Cyclone Cinema: Maleficient
The Student Union Board presents Cyclone Cinema! Showings are FREE in Carver 101 at 7 and 10 p.m. every Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Hope to see you there!
Soccer
Iowa State vs. Texas
Dance social
Free dance social hosted by the ISU Ballroom Dance Club. Singles welcome. Dress is casual; indoor shoes or socks are required.
Performance: Spring Awakening
This play set in 19th century Germany tells the story of teenagers discovering their sexuality in a repressive society. Mature themes, sexual situations, and explicit language.
Saturday, 04 Oct 2014
Bonsai Show
The private bonsai collections of Iowa Bonsai Association members will be on display at Reiman Gardens for the Annual Fall Bonsai Show. The show will be open to the public from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. with presentations and informal demonstrations each day.
Schedule of Classes for Spring 2015
Schedule of Classes for Spring 2015 available for viewing on the Web at http://classes.iastate.edu/
Ames Area Studio Tour
Get to know your local artists in their private studios this fall as Creative Artists' Studios of Ames presents the first annual Ames Area Studio Tour. Join over 20 participating artists at over 15 venues inviting the public into our workspaces to go "behind the curtain" and experience the creative process. Explore the Ames area during the colorful fall season, find spaces and murals you didn't even know existed, sign up for a class and pick up
Softball
Iowa State vs. Upper Iowa (Big Four Fall Tournament).
Cy's Birthday Party Story Time
UBS Presents Happy Birthday Cy Story Time Inside the University Book Store, Celebrate Cy's 60th birthday with cake and a special visit from Cy!
Softball
Iowa State vs. Iowa (Big Four Fall Tournament).
Volleyball
Iowa State vs. West Virginia
Cyclone Cinema: Maleficient
The Student Union Board presents Cyclone Cinema! Showings are FREE in Carver 101 at 7 and 10 p.m. every Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Hope to see you there!