Thursday, 03 Sep 2015
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.
Friday, 11 Sep 2015
Lecture: Architecture for the Public - A Global Practice
Jill Lerner, FAIA, a principal at Kohn Pedersen Fox Associates, will speak about the global design firm's work, her path as an architect, her role at KPF and her leadership in the profession at large. Part of the Architecture Advisory Council Lecture Series and Architecture Premiere 15 celebration.
Opening Reception: Rome Show 2015
The Rome Show 2015 will showcase projects by architecture and landscape architecture students who studied in Italy with the spring 2015 College of Design Rome Program. The opening reception will begin following the Department of Architecture's Premiere 15 student scholarships and awards ceremony and a guest lecture by Jill Lerner, FAIA, principal at Kohn Pedersen Fox Associates.
Friday, 18 Sep 2015
Disparities in Housing Recovery: Evidence from Galveston, Texas
Sara Hamideh, assistant professor of community and regional planning, will talk about planning for mitigation of and long-term recovery following natural and human-caused disasters. Part of the IDRO Friday Research Seminar Series.
Wednesday, 23 Sep 2015
Hacking the Classroom: Teaching Computational Thinking in Foundation Design
Nick Senske, assistant professor of architecture, will describe the development process for a required computational thinking course and a multi-year pedagogical study that resulted in innovative teaching methods for improving student outcomes and engagement. Part of the IDRO Friday Research Seminar Series.
Friday, 25 Sep 2015
Home-Buying Decision and Location Choice
Youngme Seo, assistant professor of community and regional planning/real estate development, will talk about property location and values. Part of the IDRO Friday Research Seminar Series.
Saturday, 26 Sep 2015
Lake LaVerne Vegetated Floating Islands Public Celebration
Learn about water quality and the use of vegetated floating islands as a low-maintenance, inexpensive way to reduce excess nutrients in ponds and lakes. See how much plant and root growth has occurred over the summer on the VFIs on Lake LaVerne and talk with researchers about the project. Build your own small VFI!