Tuesday, 25 Aug 2015
Welcome reception: Library Dean Beth McNeil
The University Library invites the Iowa State community to a welcome reception for Dean of Library Services Beth McNeil. A brief program begins at 3 p.m. Appetizers and refreshments will be served.
2015 Birdsall-Dreis Lecture
"Informing Management of the World's Largest Groundwater Systems with Simply-Structured Model Analysis" by Clifford Voss, US Geological Survey, Menlo Park, CA
Outdoor Movie: Furious 7
Gather your friends and crowd Central Campus for a free outdoor showing of Furious 7!
Wednesday, 26 Aug 2015
Celebration: Women's Equality Day
An observance of the 95th anniversary of women receiving the right to vote.
Art Walk: A Celebration of the Life and Sculpture of William King
Join University Museums Interpretation Specialist David Faux to celebrate the University Museums' 40th anniversary by remembering the life and sculpture of the artist, Bill King, who passed away in March. Meet David at King's sculpture, Stride, outside the Lied Recreation Center.
Dedication and open house: Bio-Polymer Processing Facility
This new facility is a collaboration between two Engineering departments (civil, construction and environmental engineering; and chemical and biological engineering) and industry partners to convert soybean oil to a polymer for asphalt applications.
SUB General Meeting
Check out SUB's general meeting to learn how YOU can get involved!
WelcomeFest
Once a year, the Student Activities Center at Iowa State University holds WelcomeFest for students to experience Ames local businesses, community organizations and ISU departments. WelcomeFest attracts over 4,000 students, and 100+ businesses and departments. This event gives you the opportunity to display services, goods and employment opportunities, and welcome students to our community.
Grandma Mojo's Moonshine Revival Comedy Troupe
Grandma Mojo's Moonshine Revival is Iowa State University's student comedy, improv group. Holding shows on some Wednesday nights, you can come and laugh to your hearts content at the Mojos, and with the Mojos.
Thursday, 27 Aug 2015
Youth Program: Plant Pals
Join us and cultivate a real garden at Reiman Gardens. We will learn about and grow lots of vegetables, pumpkins, tomatoes and sunflowers, as well as beautiful flowers.
Farewell reception: Janis Terpenny
Terpenny is the Joseph Walkup Professor and chair of the department of industrial and manufacturing systems engineering. Brief remarks will begin at 3 p.m.
Cyclone Cinema: Avengers: Age of Ultron
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!
Kickoff Concert: X Ambassadors and Smallpools
SUB Presents: A Fall Semester Kickoff Concert Featuring X Ambassadors and Smallpools TICKETS ON SALE NOW!
Friday, 28 Aug 2015
Audit to Credit Deadline
Last day to change a full semester course from audit to credit basis.
Drop Deadline
Last day to drop full-semester or first half-semester courses without the drop appearing on the permanent record or counting toward the limit of dropped courses.
Registration Deadline
Last day to initiate registration through AccessPlus. A late registration fee applies.
Schedule Change Deadline
Last day to process most schedule changes without a schedule change fee or to add/drop a course without signatures of instructor and adviser (full-semester courses and first half-semester courses). See the tuition adjustment schedule for financial deadlines and the Schedule of Classes for exceptions. http://www.registrar.iastate.edu/fees/tuition-adj
Schedule Change Deadline
Last day to process a schedule change for fall through AccessPlus registration.
Kickoff for Blackboard Learn Support (BUG Faculty Learning Community)
A presentation on how Blackboard instructor technical help has moved to the IT Solution Center and will be now be available for evening and weekend service hours. As well as, how Center for Excellence in Learning and Teaching (CELT), will continue to address questions that are pedagogical in nature, such as course design or instructional practices.
Town Hall Meeting with Carly Fiorina
Since 1987, the Presidential Caucus Series has provided students, faculty, and community members with an opportunity to question presidential candidates or their representative before the precinct caucuses. No tickets required.
Paint Your Own Pottery: Cyclone Garden Gnomes
"Painting" bisque is a fun and relaxing activity that can be done solo or with a group of friends. From three-inch inch minis to a foot-tall "Ginormagnome" we've got a cast of characters that are fun to decorate and add to your indoor or outdoor space. Studio fee is $4 for ISU and $5 for public to attend plus the cost of the bisque you select.
Opening Reception: Fiberart: Two Views Exhibition
Reception opening an exhibition of fiberart by Timothy J. Arand-McIlrath and Nancy Polster, ISU associate professors emeriti of art and design. They will give an artists' talk at 7 p.m. The show will run through Sept. 30. Hours are 2 to 5 p.m. Thursday through Saturday.
Volleyball
Iowa State vs. Dayton (Iowa State Challenge)
Cyclone Cinema: Avengers: Age of Ultron
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!
Concert: Noah Guthrie
See Noah Guthrie FREE at the M-Shop! Brought to you by Student Union Board and ISU AfterDark
Saturday, 29 Aug 2015
Textbook return deadline
Last day to return textbooks for refund to University Book Store. Exclusions apply. See www.isubookstore.com for details.
Volleyball
Iowa State vs. North Dakota (Iowa State Challenge)
Volleyball
Iowa State vs. Marquette (Iowa State Challenge)
Cyclone Cinema: Avengers: Age of Ultron
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!
Sunday, 30 Aug 2015
Fanfare Concert
The department of music's annual Fanfare Concert features performances by ISU music faculty members, including internationally renowned opera star Simon Estes.