Thursday, 08 Dec 2016
Textbook buyback
End of term textbook buyback begins at University Bookstore.
CODAC Fall Art Sale
Sale of work by students in the integrated studio arts and integrated visual arts programs, sponsored by CODAC (College of Design Art Club). Work this year may include ceramics, prints, photos, jewelry, woods and textiles. Most items will range in price from $5 to $150. A majority of proceeds go to the artists, while the rest help fund club activities such as workshops, field trips and guest speakers.
Brown Bag Lecture
Bring your lunch to the Gardens and enjoy an education program.
Faculty-led series: Getting into industry-sponsored research
"Developing Successful Budgets and Proposals for Industry Sponsors," Bryony Bonning, entomology.
Barks@Parks
Take a break from studying to play with some dogs.
Walk-In Craft: Etched Glass Ornaments
Need a last minute gift? Use etching cream with one of our patterns to create intricate details on a glass ornament.
400-bushel corn: Minimizing stress management practices to increase corn yields
Randy Dowdy, Grow Big Corn, Farmer and consultant, growbigcorn.com
Friday, 09 Dec 2016
CODAC Fall Art Sale
Sale of work by students in the integrated studio arts and integrated visual arts programs, sponsored by CODAC (College of Design Art Club). Work this year may include ceramics, prints, photos, jewelry, woods and textiles. Most items will range in price from $5 to $150. A majority of proceeds go to the artists, while the rest help fund club activities such as workshops, field trips and guest speakers.
Barks@Parks
Take a break from studying to play with some dogs.
Walk-In Craft: Etched Glass Ornaments
Need a last minute gift? Use etching cream with one of our patterns to create intricate details on a glass ornament.
Forestry Club: Tree and wreath sale
Students in the forestry club will sell Christmas trees and wreaths. Proceeds support club activities.
Party at Parks
Enjoy a study break at Parks Library. Free activities include movie showings ("Secret Life of Pets," 6 and 8 p.m.), coloring, giant chess, board games, chair massages (6-8 p.m.), Barks@Parks and selfies with Cy (6-7 p.m.). The event includes free pizza, popcorn and ice cream.
Men's hockey
ISU vs. University of Colorado (American Collegiate Hockey Association).
Performance: The Night Thoreau Spent in Jail
"If a man does not keep pace with his companions, perhaps it is because he hears a different drummer. Let him step to the music which he hears, however measured or far away."
Saturday, 10 Dec 2016
Breakfast with Santa
Kids, bring your parents to Reiman Gardens to enjoy a hearty breakfast buffet including eggs, bacon, fresh fruit and donuts! Santa will visit from 8:30 to 11:00 a.m. Preregister for two seating options (8 a.m. or 10 a.m.).
Forestry Club: Tree and wreath sale
Students in the forestry club will sell Christmas trees and wreaths. Proceeds support club activities.
Performance: The Nutcracker Ballet
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.
Men's hockey
ISU vs. University of Colorado (American Collegiate Hockey Association).
Performance: The Night Thoreau Spent in Jail
"If a man does not keep pace with his companions, perhaps it is because he hears a different drummer. Let him step to the music which he hears, however measured or far away."
Performance: The Nutcracker Ballet
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, 11 Dec 2016
Performance: The Nutcracker Ballet
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: The Night Thoreau Spent in Jail
"If a man does not keep pace with his companions, perhaps it is because he hears a different drummer. Let him step to the music which he hears, however measured or far away."
Women's basketball
Iowa State vs. Northern Illinois.
Walk-in Argentine Tango
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 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.
Monday, 12 Dec 2016
Final Exams
Continues through Dec. 16.
Tuesday, 13 Dec 2016
Final Exams
Continues through Dec. 16.
Team debate championships
The top debaters from ISU's speech communication program will argue two topics: Dakota access pipeline and standardized testing in public schools.
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.
Wednesday, 14 Dec 2016
Final Exams
Continues through Dec. 16.
December 2016 Free Admission Day
It's important to make the beauty and educational value of Reiman Gardens as available as possible to all. On the second Wednesday of every month, all guests may visit Reiman Gardens free of charge. The Gardens will still maintain its standard hours.