Saturday, 12 Sep 2015
Tai Chi Class
The class is an introduction to the Yang Style Short Form as taught by Cheng Man-Ch'ing. Learning and doing the Form's movements refresh the spirit and improve balance, posture, flexibility, attitude, confidence and overall health and well-being. Students will also learn some Qigong health exercises. Lloyd has been studying and practicing Yang Style Tai Chi for two decades.
Black college reunion mentoring mixer
Alumni are invited to meet and mingle with black students and faculty, as part of an effort to establish a mentoring program. Facilitated by Wendell Mosby and Toni Jackson Lampley.
Cyclone Central Tailgate
Each family-friendly tailgate features games, prizes, marching band performance, merchandise, cash bar and optional catered meal (preregistration required).
Football
Iowa State vs. Iowa.
Cyclone Cinema: Spy
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, 13 Sep 2015
Monarch Tagging
Come out to Reiman Gardens and learn from the experts about why we tag monarchs, how to track them, and then tag your very own monarch that you can follow on Monarch Watch.
Auditions: The Nutrcracker Ballet
More than 200 local dancers are needed for the Iowa State Center's annual production of The Nutcracker Ballet. Performances (3) are Dec. 12-13.
Soccer
Iowa State vs. North Dakota State
Argentine Tango
This Milonga 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: Spy
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, 14 Sep 2015
Statistics Seminar
"Mixed-Mode Solutions to the People Challenges Facing Web Surveys", Don Dillman, Regents Professor, Department of Sociology and The Social and Economic Sciences Research Center, Washington State University, Pullman
Beginner Photography Class
A four week course on Mondays, September 7, September 14, September 21, and September 28 from 6:00 to 8:30 p.m. Join professional photographer and instructor Mark Stoltenberg, for a four-part class covering the basics of photography.
Music & Art Class
In this 4-week course, we'll discuss the co-relationship of music and art and then practice that harmony by producing music-related art.
Superhero Cross Stitch Workshop
Ka-Pow! Characters from DC and Marvel Comics will be pixilated into patterns that you will learn to read and follow. Choose your favorite for stitching. Thwip! Snikt! Bamf!
Lecture: Nicholas Kristof
World Affairs Series Keynote: "Why We Should Care About the World and Want to Change It." Kristof is a Pulitzer Prize-winning columnist for the New York Times.
Tuesday, 15 Sep 2015
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.
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.
Sentinel Plant Network First Detector Training
Reiman Gardens' staff will take you through the steps to become a certified First Detector, in the ever-increasing effort to detect and diagnose "high-consequence" pests and pathogens, such as the emerald ash borer and the Asian long-horned beetle.
Workshop: Floral Design
Arrangement Theme: "Garden Party Arrangements" - These arrangements feature a variety of flowers that look just-picked from the garden. Ready for the spotlight, they're sure to please the nature lover. Learn the tips and skills used by professionals and create your own one-of-a-kind floral designs.
Lecture: The Encyclical of Pope Francis on Ecology
Anne Clifford, Msgr. James A. Supple Chair in Catholic Studies at Iowa State, will examine Pope Francis's encyclical letter on ecology in anticipation of his visit to the United States. Msgr. James A. Supple Lecture Series
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, 16 Sep 2015
Sculpture in the Gardens
Join Blanden Art Museum artist and instructor Diane O'Hern for a unique sculpture workshop using flowers, plants, and insects as inspiration.
Behind the Scenes
Topic: "Production Greenhouses (Fall)." Join staff each month for an interactive, behind the scenes look at Reiman Gardens.
Sculpture in the Gardens
Join Blanden Art Museum artist and instructor Diane O'Hern for a unique sculpture workshop using flowers, plants, and insects as inspiration.
Retirement reception: Tom Greenbowe
Morrill Professor of chemistry Tom Greenbowe is retiring. Brief remarks will begin at 2:15 p.m. A book of well wishes is being assembled.
Lecture: Future of Healthy Families - Ross Parke, Hilton Endowed Chair
Attend the Helen LeBaron Hilton Endowed Chair Lecture Series. This series brings together insight from across disciplinary bounds to address how family is defined, the current knowledge on healthy families, and the future of the field. Reception will follow.
Nature Journaling
A four week course on Wednesdays - September 2, September 9, September 16, and September 23 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Whether you are a budding naturalist, artist, or writer, Reiman Gardens is the ideal setting to observe and record pollinating insects, tropical butterflies, and native flora and fauna.
Photography Class: The Art of Seeing
A four week course on Wednesdays, September 2, September 9, September 16, and September 23 from 6:00 to 8:30 p.m. Join professional photographer and instructor Mark Stoltenberg, for a four-part class and experience the true art of seeing through your photography.
Woodshop Orientation
For the beginner who wants to learn the fundamentals of woodworking equipment. Proper usage of the machinery will be covered, as well as woodshop safety. This class is required in order to use the woodshop on your own.
Macrame Class
Sailors started it, hippies picked it up and The Workspace is bringin' it back! Learn the knots and hitches to create a retro plant hanger. Then, downsize and use the knotting forms to create an earthy bracelet with added beads.