Thursday, 03 Nov 2016
Walk-In Craft: Yardstick Stars
Use chalk paint to distress yardsticks to make an 18" rustic star for your wall or mantle.
Cyclone Cinema: The Secret Life of Pets
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!
Friday, 04 Nov 2016
Paint Your Own Pottery: Harry Potter
It does not do to dwell on dreams and forget to paint pottery.
Cyclone Cinema: The Secret Life of Pets
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!
ISU AfterDark
ISU AfterDark is a student group that plans late night events throughout the semester. All activities are free for students and the public! Come enjoy the fun!
Saturday, 05 Nov 2016
Delsarte Workshop: Three Pillars Arts Practical and Restorative Yoga
Following the fundamental principal of "Strength at the Center, Freedom at the Extremities," and after many years of teaching therapeutic yoga to students ranging from 6 to 91 years old, a series of simple exercises have emerged which prepare the empowerment and function of the body for the basic actions of life itself. Find yourself using these movements as you go about your day, and your body will feel greater ease in every action.
Delsarte Workshop: Body Language and the Artist
This seminar is an introduction to some of the most basic elements of body language, as revealed by Delsarte. This is applicable not only to dance but to all the arts, to business, communications, psychology, or any individual who would like to benefit from more knowledge of the self.
Delsarte Workshop: And a Torso Even More So
In addition to the zones of the torso, there are elements of active and passive inflections of movement that correspond to emotional conditions, and important elements of relation to outside objects or others. The information in this workshop will enrich your personal expression in a variety of directions.
Delsarte Workshop: Standing Up for Your Art
Learn the symbolism of all parts of the legs and feet, and the fundamental positions of stance. Experience how the dramatic meaning within the legs becomes steps and foundations of character.
Cyclone Cinema: The Secret Life of Pets
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!
Delsarte Workshop: Exploring Expression
Bring your work to this workshop, and we will apply classroom principles to works in progress. This is a great way to practice skills that can help you sharpen the desired effects in your creative processes. Whether you have a song, scene, dance, or artwork, all creative expressions are welcome.
Trails and Ways
From overgrown houses in north Oakland, Trails and Ways make guitar pop, thick with warm noise, driving beats, four voices, and the open chords of bossa nova. Take college commune roommates, have them live for stints in Brazil and Spain, bring them home together with the sparks of songs, see what catches flame.
Sunday, 06 Nov 2016
Delsarte Workshop: Breath Work and Performance
Breathing through our work, whether moving, speaking, singing, or just living, empowers and supports authenticity. We will look at three types of breath which correspond with the mind, heart, and body, and explore how they can help you. We will also work through a series of breathing exercises uniquely helpful for the needs of the voice.
Delsarte Workshop: Finding (And Keeping) Your Balance
Many health practices teach balance as a static, still practice, but challenges to balance and falls most often occur during movement. The Three Pillars approach teaches the coordination of moments in the body that create balance, and helps you "welcome the wobble," which is nature's way of fine tuning your balance. For artists we also explore the relationship between balance, beauty, and freedom of expression.
Delsarte Workshop: Musicality Made Easy Through Movement
Learn principles gleaned from six summers of teaching for the Dalcroze Institute at Juilliard, where movement was used to teach musical interpretation to concert musicians,conductors, theater, and opera performers as well as music teachers around the globe. These principles are so simple that they can be easily grasped by the least musically trained while simultaneously challenging even the most advanced students of Juilliard.
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.
Delsarte Workshop: The Dance of the Whirling Dervish
The famous whirling dance of the Mevlevi dervishes is both meditation and ritual. Joe has practiced the dance for over 30 years and will explain some of the philosophy involved. he will also introduce the basic movement of "The Turn."
Cyclone Cinema: The Secret Life of Pets
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!
The HillBenders
The dynamic bluegrass quintet from Springfield, MO with their high-octane shows, tight harmonies and stunning instrumental prowess, have been winning fans and making waves at every festival to which they have been invited, and consequently re-invited, since their formation in 2008.
Monday, 07 Nov 2016
A Conversation on Safety, Justice and Students of Color
Join us for a proactive discussion designed to raise awareness and understanding about the issues people of color face, especially in their interactions with law enforcement. Students and others on campus are invited to share personal experiences, including how national events and media coverage have had an impact on their lives and community.
Tuesday, 08 Nov 2016
Student wellness: Relaxation Station
Hosted by the new Student Wellness office in the division of Student Affairs.
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. (Sign Up starts at 7:30 p.m. until all spots are filled)
Wednesday, 09 Nov 2016
Fused Glass Ornaments Workshop
Get in the holiday spirit by making two beautiful glass ornaments. learn to safely cut glass, create an original design, and assemble glass.
Lecture: Fighting Modern Slavery
Yonas Tesfay & Josiah Carter share their experiences dealing with the complex issue of modern child slavery and explain how their organizations are finding solutions through social entrepreneurism and sustainable practices.
Thursday, 10 Nov 2016
Cyclone Cinema: Suicide Squad
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!
Comedy Night w/ Marina Franklin
New-York based Marina Franklin is emerging as one of the hottest comedians in the comedy scene today, with such notable appearances as, The Movie Trainwreck, Conan O'Brien, Louie Season V, The Jim Gaffigan Show, Showtime's Women Who Kill, and The Chappelle's Show.