Thursday, 03 Sep 2015
Cyclone Club Luncheon
Join the Ames and Story County Cyclone Club for the first Cyclone Club Luncheon of the year with guest speaker Paul Rhoads, Cyclone head football coach; and emcee John Walters, radio voice of the Cyclones.
New Faculty Luncheon with the VP for Research
New faculty are invited to join vice president for research Sarah Nusser and staff from the VPR office at a luncheon to learn more about research services at Iowa State. RSVP requested.
Meeting: Professional and Scientific Council
The P&S Council is a representative body elected by, and responsible to, Professional and Scientific employees at Iowa State University. Meetings are open to the public.
Intertwine art exhibition: Introductory knitting workshop
This workshop is led by Ames fiber artist Kristin Roach. Learn how to knit for the first time or receive instructions on knitting squares for the exhibition.
Crochet Class
Learn the three standard crochet stitches and how to incorporate them into project construction and finishing a market bag. Learn to read crochet patterns for future projects. Bring a size H hook to class. Yarn will be provided.
Youth Watercolor Class
Learn basic sketching and watercolor techniques to paint everything from plants, animals, and butterflies, to landscapes and garden scenes.
Cyclone Cinema: Pitch Perfect 2
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!
Wheel Pottery Class
Students will be guided through all aspects of forming bowls, mugs, vases and more on the pottery wheel. Learn handle-pulling, glazing and finishing techniques. Open to absolute beginners as well as those with experience who would like to improve their technique and abilities.
Live Music: Finish Ticket
San Francisco-based quintet Finish Ticket makes melodic music that straddles the line between indie rock and radio-ready pop.
Friday, 04 Sep 2015
Audit a course: Fall 2015
Last day to elect to audit a full-semester course for fall. The instructor of the course must approve an audit.
Tuition and Fee Adjustment
Last day to receive a tuition and fee adjustment for full-semester courses when dropping below full-time status. No refunds for full-semester courses after day 10 of the semester.
Public hearing: Regents' agenda
At this public hearing, individuals have an opportunity to provide early input on agenda items for the state Board of Regents Sept. 9 meeting in Cedar Falls.
Retirement reception: Gary Weaklend
Gary Weaklend, information technology, is retiring.
Paint Your Own Pottery: It's a Hoot!
"Painting" bisque is a fun and relaxing activity that can be done solo or with a group of friends. Choose from owl cups, banks and figurines. Meet "Screechy," a live Eastern Screech Owl who will be visiting The Workspace courtesy of the ISU Wildlife Care Clinic. Studio fee is $4 for ISU and $5 for public to attend plus the cost of the bisque you select.
Cyclone Cinema: Pitch Perfect 2
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!
Down & Dirty Swing Dance
Come out to the MU Terrace and strut you best moves at the Down and Dirty Swing Dance! For those of you who aren't nearly as experienced, lessons will be given for the first 30 minutes, 8-8:30 p.m.
Saturday, 05 Sep 2015
Book Launch: 100 Things Iowa State Fans Should Know & Do Before They Die
Saturday is the official Book Launch of 100 Things Iowa State Fans Should Know & Do Before They Die at the ISUBookStore! Stop in and see former ISU QB Sage Rosenfels before heading out to tailgate at the home opener vs. UNI! Go Cyclones!
Cyclone Central Tailgate
Each family-friendly tailgate features games, prizes, marching band performance, merchandise, cash bar and optional catered meal (preregistration required).
Cyclone Cinema: Pitch Perfect 2
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!
Football
Iowa State vs. Northern Iowa.
Sunday, 06 Sep 2015
Cyclone Cinema: Pitch Perfect 2
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, 07 Sep 2015
University Holiday
Offices closed, classes recessed in observance of the Labor Day holiday.
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.
Tuesday, 08 Sep 2015
Public forum: VP for diversity and inclusion finalist
Reginald Stewart, chief diversity officer, University of Nevada, Reno, is one of four finalists for Iowa State's vice president for diversity and inclusion.
Glass Beads Class
Learn to create colorful glass beads by heating and shaping glass with a torch. Build your skills with step-by-step instruction and take home your own handmade beads each week. Your beautiful beads can be used in jewelry or other artful objects.
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.
Documentary & Discussion: Sex Trafficking in the USA
The first episode of Nicholas Kristof and Sheryl WuDunn's new documentary, A Path Appears. A discussion will follow the 84-minute film. National Affairs Series.
Wednesday, 09 Sep 2015
ClubFest
ClubFest is an opportunity for students to browse through 360+ of the over 800 clubs and organizations to find out how to get involved on campus. A volunteer fair for nonprofit agencies also will be held.
Webinar "How to be an Effective Public Intellectual: A Conversation with Mark Anthony Neal"
This webinar is hosted by the National Center for Faculty Development and Diversity and facilitated by Mark Anthony Neal. Register online with your ISU-sponsored membership