Sunday, 07 Dec 2014
Performance: A Christmas Carol
The beloved story of an embittered miser who finds redemption through exploring his past, present, and the future.
Women's Basketball
ISU vs. Stony Brook.
Holiday Choral Festival
Performance by the ISU choirs.
Argentine Tango
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. From 5-7pm the dance floor is yours for dancing under the guidance of Valerie and working with different partners. An intermediate level figure will also be introduced during this time.
Cyclone Cinema: The Maze Runner
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!
Monday, 08 Dec 2014
SP@ISU Workshop
For faculty interested in increasing the participation of underrepresented groups, such as women or ethnic/racial minorities, as part of the broader impacts of their research. Dr. Brian Burt, assistant professor in the School of Education, will discuss research institutional practices related to the educational pipeline for STEM students, specifically underrepresented students of color. Register in advance.
Learning Community: Service-Learning
Are you interested in developing, or enhancing, a service-learning component within your course? You are invited to join this dynamic, interdisciplinary group as we walk-through the process of integrating service-learning into the curriculum. These interactive sessions will include topical discussions, readings, and sharing of best practices.
Monday Organ Recital
Short, informal organ recitals given by Dr. Ruth Harris and ISU Students
Osborn Club Lecture
"Part Two: Three Millennia of Atoms and Molecules," Klaus Ruedenberg, Distinguished Professor Emeritus in chemistry and USDOE Ames Laboratory associate.
Tuesday, 09 Dec 2014
P&S Council Seminar: New Employee Wellness Program
Stephanie Downs, university human resources, will talk about Iowa State's new employee wellness program. If you can't attend in person, view the seminar live online at https://connect.extension.iastate.edu/pscouncil. Log in as a guest; no preregistration is required.
Meeting: Faculty Senate
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.
Men's Basketball
ISU vs. UMKC.
Wednesday, 10 Dec 2014
Financial Aid Conference for Campus Partners
The Office of Student Financial Aid will host its 17th Annual Financial Aid Conference for Campus Partners. The purpose of the conference is to inform Iowa State professionals about the financial aid process and other pertinent financial aid-related issues affecting students on campus. Register using the above link.
Class: Photoshop Lightroom Software Training
This is a 6 part course on Wednesdays, November 5, November 12, November 19 & December 3, December 10, & December 17 from 6:00 to 8:30 p.m. Go in-depth with this photo-editing program, as photographer Mark Stoltenberg helps you to adjust your images, remove red eye, & more. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced photographer, learn to more easily import, organize, enhance, & share your photos, as well as create prints & photo books.
Thursday, 11 Dec 2014
Textbook Buyback
End of term textbook buyback and rental book return begins at University Bookstore.
Lecture: Brown Bag
"Size in Nature and Science Fiction Films" presented by Stephen Willson, University Professor and Professor of Mathematics, Iowa State University Bring your lunch to the Gardens and enjoy an education program. Attend each month and experience a new topic presented by local and regional professionals and lecturers.
Retirement reception: Diane Birt
Diane Birt is a Distinguished Professor in food science and human nutrition. A short program will begin at 3 p.m.
Farewell reception: Dave Minnick
Dave Minnick, IT Services, has resigned from his position for health reasons.
Friday, 12 Dec 2014
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.
Retirement: Judy Johnson
Judy Johnson is an account clerk for the ISU Alumni Association.
Volleyball: NCAA Championship
NCAA Volleyball Championship, Ames Regional: No. 1 Stanford vs. Oregon State.
Volleyball: NCAA Championship
NCAA Volleyball Championship, Ames Regional: No. 8 Florida vs. No. 9 Illinois.
Dance social
Christmas party: Free dance social hosted by the ISU Ballroom Dance Club. Singles welcome. Dress is casual; indoor shoes or socks are required.
Men's hockey
ISU vs. Robert Morris (Central States Collegiate Hockey League).
Performance: A Christmas Carol
The beloved story of an embittered miser who finds redemption through exploring his past, present, and the future.
Saturday, 13 Dec 2014
The Nutcracker Ballet
Now in its 34th year, this annual production is the longest-running Nutcracker in Iowa. A cast of over 200 skilled dancers from many central Iowa communities will delight audiences of all ages. This production features choreography by Robert Thomas and Miyoko Kato Thomas of the Dancenter in Ames. Professional principal dancers Joy Voelker Matossian and Matthew Prescott dance the roles of the Sugar Plum Fairy and her Cavalier.
Men's hockey
ISU vs. Robert Morris (Central States Collegiate Hockey League).
Performance: A Christmas Carol
The beloved story of an embittered miser who finds redemption through exploring his past, present, and the future.
The Nutcracker Ballet
Now in its 34th year, this annual production is the longest-running Nutcracker in Iowa. A cast of over 200 skilled dancers from many central Iowa communities will delight audiences of all ages. This production features choreography by Robert Thomas and Miyoko Kato Thomas of the Dancenter in Ames. Professional principal dancers Joy Voelker Matossian and Matthew Prescott dance the roles of the Sugar Plum Fairy and her Cavalier.
Volleyball: NCAA Championship
NCAA Volleyball Championship, Ames Regional.