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.
Argentine Tango Practica
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 better dancing. 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: 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!
Monday, 31 Aug 2015
Love and Information Auditions
ISU Theatre is seeking an ensemble cast of 14-20+ student actors with the ability to play multiple roles. To audition, please prepare two short, contrasting, contemporary monologues. The entire audition package should not exceed two minutes total. Sign up for an audition slot in Pearson Hall 2130 starting the first week of classes. Auditions are open to all ISU students.
Walk-In Craft: Natural Lip Balm
Using natural products, mix up a batch of a custom lip balm to protect your kisser this summer. Essential oil will be available for fun scents or leave it au-natural. You will have enough to fill a couple tins plus extra that can be taken home and reheated for refilling tins several times over. Walk in anytime but give yourself about half an hour to finish.
Tuesday, 01 Sep 2015
ISU Veterans Compass: Navigating Your Iowa State Adventure
Choose from one of two sessions: Noon-1:30 p.m. or 4:30-6 p.m. RSVP requested.
Craft of the Month: Photo Holders
Use paint, decoupage techniques and Washi tape to decorate a wood plaque with a clip for displaying your favorite photo.
Indoor/Outdoor Portrait Photography Class
This is a four week course on Tuesdays, September 1, September 8, September 15, and September 22 from 6:00 to 8:30 p.m. Join beloved photo instructor Mark Stoltenberg, for a class exploring the "how-to" of taking great pictures whether indoors or outside.
Walk-In Craft: Fine Silver Pendant
Create a fine silver pendant without traditional metalworking techniques - no jewelry saw, soldering or endless filing! Use metal clay and a mold to make your pendant. We will then use a small torch to fire your work in just a few minutes. When you are done, you'll have a work of art that is 99.9% pure silver.
Love and Information Auditions
ISU Theatre is seeking an ensemble cast of 14-20+ student actors with the ability to play multiple roles. To audition, please prepare two short, contrasting, contemporary monologues. The entire audition package should not exceed two minutes total. Sign up for an audition slot in Pearson Hall 2130 starting the first week of classes. Auditions are open to all ISU students.
Drawing Class
Take this opportunity to learn and develop drawing skills, whether you are a beginner who likes to doodle or an artist with experience. Students will be guided through a variety of exercises to enhance your drawing techniques including: line, perspective, light/shadow, and composition, while developing hand-eye coordination and confidence.
Open Mic Night
Open mic night gives students the chance to show off their talents to their fellow students. Many are musicians, comedians, and poets. So come on out and show us what kind of talents you have.
Wednesday, 02 Sep 2015
Ship-naming Ceremony: USS Iowa
Secretary of the Navy Ray Mabus will announce the name of the U.S. Navy's next Virginia-class submarine during the ceremony. Also speaking are Gov. Terry Branstad and ISU President Steven Leath.
Retirement reception: Nancy Osborn Johnsen
Osborn Johnsen, an administrative academic adviser in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, is retiring. A program will begin at 4 p.m.