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Thursday, 10 Dec 2015

Textbook Buyback

Dec 10, 2015

All day

Academic Affairs Academic calendar

End of term textbook buyback and rental book return begins at University Bookstore.

Brown Bag Lecture

Dec 10, 2015

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Reiman Gardens

$0-$8

Reiman Gardens Lectures

"16th Century American Gardening," presented by Jana Byars, ISU history department. Bring your lunch to the Gardens and enjoy an education program with a new topic presented by regional professionals and lecturers.

Walk-In Craft: Etched Glass Ornaments

Dec 10, 2015

2:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Workspace at the Iowa State Memorial Union

$5

The Workspace Arts, performances Student activities

Need a last minute gift? Use etching cream with one of our pattern to create intricate details on a glass ornament. Walk in anytime but give yourself half an hour.

Lecture: Photographing Identity

Dec 10, 2015

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Christian Petersen Art Museum, 1017 Morrill Hall

Free

University Museums Arts, performances Special events

Stephanie Brunia is an Iowan, University of Iowa and University of New Mexico alumna, a daughter, a sister, a woman, a teacher, a photographer, an artist. She will speak about her photography and what influences her art in conjunction with the exhibition (Re)discovering S(h)elves.

Men's basketball

Dec 10, 2015

6:30 PM

Hilton Coliseum

Limited availability

Athletics Athletics

Iowa State vs. Iowa (Iowa Corn Cy-Hawk Series).

Friday, 11 Dec 2015

Retirement reception: Vickie Galeazzi

Dec 11, 2015

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Room W139 Lagomarcino Hall

free

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Meetings, receptions

Vickie Galeazzi, an account clerk in the psychology department, is retiring.

Retirement reception: John Jacobson

Dec 11, 2015

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Campanile Room, Memorial Union

free

College of Engineering Meetings, receptions

Assistant professor of aerospace engineering John Jacobson is retiring.

Forestry Club: Tree and wreath sale

Dec 11, 2015

3:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Parking lot, Reiman Gardens

Trees: $30-$50, wreaths: $20-$30

Student Activities Student activities

Students in the forestry club will sell Christmas trees and wreaths. Proceeds support club activities.

Walk-In Craft: Etched Glass Ornaments

Dec 11, 2015

5:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Workspace at the Iowa State Memorial Union

$5

The Workspace Arts, performances Student activities

Need a last minute gift? Use etching cream with one of our pattern to create intricate details on a glass ornament. Walk in anytime but give yourself half an hour.

Swimming and Diving

Dec 11, 2015

6:00 PM

Beyer Pool

Free

Athletics Athletics

Iowa State vs. Iowa (Iowa Corn Cy-Hawk Series)

Women's basketball

Dec 11, 2015

7:00 PM

Hilton Coliseum

$5-$12

Athletics Athletics

Iowa State vs. Iowa (Iowa Corn Cy-Hawk Series).

Men's hockey

Dec 11, 2015

7:30 PM

Ames/ISU Ice Arena

$10 ($7 students, $5 children)

Student Activities Athletics

ISU vs. Dakota College (National Junior College Athletic Association).

Performance: Love and Information

Dec 11, 2015

7:30 PM - 9:15 PM

Fisher Theater, Ames

Adults $18, seniors $16, students $11

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Arts, performances

First produced in 2012, this script contains over fifty plays performed in under two hours, each play has different characters and each begins with a statement and a situation that is familiar such as "I'm frightened" or "What did you do that for?" or "I don't want to spend an evening with them again." The theme is about individuals trying to connect and understand each other--sometimes the attempt is in vain, but it's always worth the effort.

Saturday, 12 Dec 2015

Breakfast with Santa

Dec 12, 2015

8:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Reiman Gardens

Reiman Gardens

Two different seatings at 8:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. Families can meet Santa while enjoying a hearty buffet and do related crafts and activities.

Forestry Club: Tree and wreath sale

Dec 12, 2015

9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Parking lot, Reiman Gardens

Trees: $30-$50, wreaths: $20-$30

Student Activities Student activities

Students in the forestry club will sell Christmas trees and wreaths. Proceeds support club activities.

Performance: The Nutcracker Ballet

Dec 12, 2015

1:30 PM

Stephens Auditorium

$22

Iowa State Center Arts, performances

This annual Iowa State Center production features choreography by Robert Thomas and Miyoko Kato Thomas of the Dancenter (Ames); over 200 local dancers from surrounding central Iowa communities; and principal dancers performing the roles of the Sugar Plum Fairy and her Cavalier.

Wrestling

Dec 12, 2015

2:00 PM

Hilton Coliseum

$5-$10

Athletics Athletics

Iowa State vs. Wyoming.

Men's hockey

Dec 12, 2015

7:30 PM

Ames/ISU Ice Arena

$10 ($7 students, $5 children)

Student Activities Athletics

ISU vs. Dakota College (National Junior College Athletic Association).

Performance: Love and Information

Dec 12, 2015

7:30 PM - 9:15 PM

Fisher Theater, Ames

Adults $18, seniors $16, students $11

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Arts, performances

First produced in 2012, this script contains over fifty plays performed in under two hours, each play has different characters and each begins with a statement and a situation that is familiar such as "I'm frightened" or "What did you do that for?" or "I don't want to spend an evening with them again." The theme is about individuals trying to connect and understand each other--sometimes the attempt is in vain, but it's always worth the effort.

Performance: The Nutcracker Ballet

Dec 12, 2015

7:30 PM

Stephens Auditorium

$22

Iowa State Center Arts, performances

This annual Iowa State Center production features choreography by Robert Thomas and Miyoko Kato Thomas of the Dancenter (Ames); over 200 local dancers from surrounding central Iowa communities; and principal dancers performing the roles of the Sugar Plum Fairy and her Cavalier.

Sunday, 13 Dec 2015

Forestry Club: Tree and wreath sale

Dec 13, 2015

12:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Parking lot, Reiman Gardens

Trees: $30-$50, wreaths: $20-$30

Student Activities Student activities

Students in the forestry club will sell Christmas trees and wreaths. Proceeds support club activities.

Women's basketball

Dec 13, 2015

12:00 PM

Hilton Coliseum

$5-$12

Athletics Athletics

Iowa State vs. Arkansas, Pine Bluff.

Finals Week Study Break: Adult Coloring Books

Dec 13, 2015

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

The Workspace at the Iowa State Memorial Union

$1

The Workspace Arts, performances Student activities

Could you benefit from a play break during to clear your mind during finals week? Drop in and spend some time coloring. There's a new line of coloring books for adults and we have an awesome selection, as well as hundreds of crayons. Grab a friend for a quick get-away!

Performance: The Nutcracker Ballet

Dec 13, 2015

1:30 PM

Stephens Auditorium

$22

Iowa State Center Arts, performances

This annual Iowa State Center production features choreography by Robert Thomas and Miyoko Kato Thomas of the Dancenter (Ames); over 200 local dancers from surrounding central Iowa communities; and principal dancers performing the roles of the Sugar Plum Fairy and her Cavalier.

Performance: Love and Information

Dec 13, 2015

2:00 PM - 3:45 PM

Fisher Theater, Ames

Adults $18, seniors $16, students $11

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Arts, performances

First produced in 2012, this script contains over fifty plays performed in under two hours, each play has different characters and each begins with a statement and a situation that is familiar such as "I'm frightened" or "What did you do that for?" or "I don't want to spend an evening with them again." The theme is about individuals trying to connect and understand each other--sometimes the attempt is in vain, but it's always worth the effort.

The Future of University Museums

Dec 13, 2015

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Brunnier Art Museum, 295 Scheman

Free

University Museums Arts, performances Special events

As the 40th anniversary year comes to a close, hear from University Museums Director Lynette Pohlman about her plans and goals for the future of University Museums. "The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams." - Eleanor Roosevelt

Argentine Tango

Dec 13, 2015

4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Room 3512 at the Iowa State Memorial Union

ISU Five punches for $35, Public Five Punches for $45

The Workspace Arts, performances Diversity Student activities

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. Wear dancing shoes, smooth-soled shoes, or socks.

Men's basketball

Dec 13, 2015

5:00 PM

Hilton Coliseum

Limited availability

Athletics Athletics

Iowa State vs. Arkansas, Pine Bluff.

Monday, 14 Dec 2015

Final Exams

Dec 14, 2015

All day

Academic Affairs Academic calendar

continues through Dec. 18

Finals Week Study Break: Adult Coloring Books

Dec 14, 2015

2:00 PM - 10:00 PM

The Workspace at the Iowa State Memorial Union

$1

The Workspace Arts, performances Student activities

Could you benefit from a play break during to clear your mind during finals week? Drop in and spend some time coloring. There's a new line of coloring books for adults and we have an awesome selection, as well as hundreds of crayons. Grab a friend for a quick get-away!