Thursday, 11 Aug 2016
Plant Pals
Topic: "Fall Gardens" Join us and cultivate a real garden at Reiman Gardens.
Brown Bag
Topic: Going Green - The Reiman Gardens' Intern Experience presented by the Reiman Gardens' summer interns
Retirement reception: Scott White
Scott White, associate director of recreation services, is retiring after 40 years of service.
Botanical Beverages: DIY Syrups, Shrubs, & Bitters
Create exotic mixers straight from your own garden!
Friday, 12 Aug 2016
Lab safety orientation
For incoming graduate students who will be working in a laboratory this fall.
Open forum: LGBTQA+ affairs project director candidate
Daniel Hoffman-Zinnel, director of education and leadership for Planned Parenthood of the Heartland, Des Moines, is one of four finalists interviewing for this new position in the office of the vice president for diversity and inclusion.
Open house: ISU Alumni Center
Tour the various rental spaces in the ISU Alumni Center, and sample foods and beverages provided by approved caterers for the building. RSVPs requested.
Saturday, 13 Aug 2016
Discovery Station
Drop by for fun, informal activities in the Gardens during the summer that relate to themed garden areas. Project: Rainbow Foods
Sunday, 14 Aug 2016
Walk-In Argentine Tango
This Milonga (dance party) is a multi-level class with lots of time to enjoy the music and dance.
Monday, 15 Aug 2016
Eating by Color
Eating a variety of colorful foods can give your body essential nutrients - nature's way of offering a real rainbow that our bodies need!
Tuesday, 16 Aug 2016
Conference: CELT Teaching Symposium
A half-day program encompassing best teaching practices and student support resources available at Iowa State. New Faculty and Teaching Assistants will learn from Iowa State's educators about how to prepare for a successful first semester of teaching, and explore CELT's services, resources, and professional development opportunities.
Lab safety orientation
For incoming graduate students who will be working in a laboratory this fall.
Kids' Story Time
Each session features a theme with two or three books read aloud followed by a related craft or activity.
Open forum: LGBTQA+ affairs project director candidate
Paul Hengesteg, former special consultant to Iowa State's senior vice president for student affairs, is one of four finalists interviewing for this new position in the office of the vice president for diversity and inclusion.
Campus Conversation I
A safe space for faculty and staff to share and discuss the impact on ourselves and our colleagues of recent events in Baton Rouge, Dallas, Orlando, St. Paul, etc.
Floral Design Series Workshop
Topic: "Garden Hues" - Learn how to beautifully and intentionally arrange summer flower bunches purchased locally. Learn the basics of floral design while creating beautiful arrangements to take home.
Wednesday, 17 Aug 2016
Poster Sale
Hundreds of choices from art prints and movies to music and pop culture. Proceeds from the sale support art programs at the Memorial Union.
Behind the Scenes
Topic: "Integrated Pest Management". This program is perfect for Volunteers! Join staff each month for an interactive, behind the scenes look at Reiman Gardens.
Open forum: LGBTQA+ affairs project director candidate
Nicci Port, administrative specialist in the College of Human Sciences, is one of four finalists interviewing for this new position in the office of the vice president for diversity and inclusion.
Thursday, 18 Aug 2016
Destination Iowa State
A three-day, interactive bridge program that helps new students meet their peers, learn how to navigate campus and start off on the path to academic success. With a balance between fun activities and learning opportunities, students who participate in this once-in-a-lifetime experience will feel like true members the Iowa State community. This program is for new students only. Online registration is available.
Lab safety orientation
For incoming graduate students who will be working in a laboratory this fall.
Poster Sale
Hundreds of choices from art prints and movies to music and pop culture. Proceeds from the sale support art programs at the Memorial Union.
Open forum: LGBTQA+ affairs project director candidate
David Green Jr., lecturer in the department of Afroamerican and African Studies at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, is one of four finalists interviewing for this new position in the office of the vice president for diversity and inclusion.
Growing with Grown-Ups: Growing & Cooking with Herbs & Other Plants
Bring your taste buds for this month's class exploring some of the different plants used for tasty tidbits - from weeds to herbs to root spices like ginger, Horticulturist, Jessie Liebenguth, will show you some quick & easy recipes, and you'll go home with your own apron!