Thursday, 08 Jan 2015
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.
Lecture: Brown Bag
"Reiman Gardens' Annual Theme Year - Celebrating the Past & the Future" presented by Aaron Steil, Manager of Public Programs 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.
Meeting: Professional and Scientific Council
P&S Council meetings are open to the public.
Friday, 09 Jan 2015
Retirement Reception: Mike Porter
Mike Porter, budget analyst for the Critical Materials Institute at The Ames Laboratory, is retiring after 22 years of service at the Lab.
Retirement reception: John Mabry
John Mabry, professor of animal science, is retiring.
Retirement reception: Tom Wessels
Tom Wessels, manager of Environment, Safety, Health and Assurance at Ames Laboratory, is retiring after 40 years of employment at the lab.
Men's hockey
ISU vs. Illinois (American Collegiate Hockey Association).
Saturday, 10 Jan 2015
Family Movies at Reiman Gardens
Movie: "Up"
Women's Basketball
ISU vs. Texas.
Iowa district auditions: Metropolitan Opera National Council
These auditions, in 41 districts around the country, are the first of three tiers of competition leading to a concert of 10 finalists with the Metropolitan Opera Orchestra in New York City. The public is invited to come for an aria or two or to stay for the entire afternoon.
Family Movies at Reiman Gardens
Movie: "Up"
Men's hockey
ISU vs. Illinois (American Collegiate Hockey Association).
Sunday, 11 Jan 2015
Registration Cancellation Deadline
Last day to cancel registration on AccessPlus for spring to avoid tuition assessment. All courses must be dropped on AccessPlus by 11 p.m.
Registration Deadline
Last day to initiate registration for spring through AccessPlus without a late registration fee. Registration must be completed by 11 p.m.
Argentine Tango 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. 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. Wear dancing shoes, smooth-soled shoes, or s
Monday, 12 Jan 2015
Open forum: HDFS department chair candidate
JoNell Strough, professor in the department of psychology at West Virginia University, is a finalist for the department chair post in the human development and family studies department.
Craft of the Month: Faux Milk-Glass Pendants
Milk glass is best known as the beautiful white glass commonly found in antique stores. Using molds with melted plastic make faux milk glass. Practice with a variety of molds and then pick your best three and make them into pendants, earrings and/or keychains. Paint is also available in case you want to add a splash of color. $9 per person
Seminar: Managing the Impact of Caregiving on Your Career
Presented by Donna Donald, human sciences specialist, Field Operations; and Kristi Cooper, human sciences specialist, Family Life.
Statistics Seminar
"intRo: Statistical Analysis Software for Teaching", Eric Hare and Andee Kaplan, Department of Statistics, Iowa State University, Ames
Tuesday, 13 Jan 2015
CRP Club Valentine's Day Rose and Bake Sale
The Community and Regional Planning Club will sell roses and a variety of baked goods for Valentine's Day. Buy some sweets for your sweetie (or yourself) and help support the club's student activities.
Wednesday, 14 Jan 2015
Let Freedom Ring - Carillon Concert
A carillon concert in honor of Dr. King. Tin-Shi Tam, carilloneur. Part of the Martin Luther King Jr. Legacy Series.
Reception: 2015 "Women Impacting ISU" calendar unveiling
The 12 women featured in the calendar will be recognized.
Artful Yoga
This practice will enrich your yoga experience by going beyond the physical and inviting an artistic perspective to your awareness. This month we will focus on postures inspired by animal movement. Please arrive early for a discussion on the month's topic beginning at 5:15. The practice will begin at 5:30. No yoga experience is necessary, but please bring your own mat.
Thursday, 15 Jan 2015
Workshop: Research Administration @ ISU
This course is designed for faculty who are new to sponsored funding at ISU. Register online by Jan. 12.
Youth Program: Caterpillar Club
If you like Kids Story Time, you'll flip for Caterpillar Club! Please join us for winter storytelling twice per month, from October to March. Each gathering features a theme as we read aloud two or three books, and wrap up with related cooperative activities and crafts great for groups and individuals alike. Materials are intended for children ages two to seven years old, and all children must be accompanied by an adult. Let's hang out together!
Open house: Farm House Museum
Celebrate the reopening of the Farm House Museum after a semester of renovation and be the first to see the newly restored and curated Farm House Museum.
ISU Retirees: Social and program
"The FAIRest of Them All," James Romer, ISU alumnus and vice president of the Iowa State Fair board. Romer will describe the past, present and future of the fair, give the latest update on 2015 entertainers and share interesting fair facts. ISU Retirees may bring guests. The 3 p.m. presentation is preceded by a half-hour social.
After Hours Celebration: Farm House Museum
Celebrate with us and see the newly restored and curated Farm House Museum. Remarks by Vice President Warren Madden and College of Agriculture Dean Wendy Wintersteen will take place at 5:30 pm.
Copper Bangles Workshop
Create a bangle bracelet using hammers, sandpaper and other implements of destruction. Walk in, dabble in metalsmithing, and walk out with a cool art piece for your wrist.