Sunday, 28 Aug 2016
Volleyball
Iowa State vs. Creighton (Iowa State Challenge). Dates and times are subject to change.
Fanfare Concert
A concert to launch the new academic year featuring the faculty in the ISU music department.
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.
Cyclone Cinema: Captain America: Civil War
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!
Monday, 29 Aug 2016
Open forum: Hispanic/Latino affairs project director
Roberto Orozco, program coordinator for social justice programs at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, is one of three finalists interviewing for this new position in the office of the vice president for diversity and inclusion.
Entomology Seminar
"Phylogenomics and the evolution of ecological specialization in flies," Brian M. Wiegmann, North Carolina State University, Department of Entomology. Co-sponsored by EEB and EEOB.
Great Plants for Iowa
Topic: "Vines". Great Plants for Iowa series will allow participants to develop knowledge of the wide variety of garden plants that grow well in Central Iowa.
Walk-In Craft: Fused Glass Pendant
Design a one-of-a-kind pendant while learning the basics of glass fusing.
Tuesday, 30 Aug 2016
Auditions: Cabaret
Roles available for approximately 10 men and 10 women. Many roles require strong dancing, singing, and acting skills. Auditions will consist of prepared/memorized selected songs from the show as well as small, brief movement improvisation. An accompanist will be provided. Stop by 2130 Pearson Hall to sign up for an audition time and pick up materials!
Kids' Story Time
Each session features a theme with two or three books read aloud followed by a related craft or activity.
Seminar: Geological & Atmospheric Sciences
"Severe Weather Warnings and Society: Perspectives on the Culture and Policies of Meteorology" by Dr. Kim Klockow, NOAA, Silver Spring, MD.
Free Crafts at Terrace Tuesdays
Enjoy warm weather on the MU terrace! Live bands and DJ's from KURE will provide music and food trucks will be parked in the circle drive by the west entrance.
Bishop Family Shelter Dedication
Dedication of Bishop Family Shelter at Dunlap Park & Aboretum in Urbandale, designed and constructed by ISU architecture faculty and students in the summer 2016 ARCH 581 Service Learning graduate studio.
Watercolor Class
Experiment with both traditional and liquid watercolors. For beginning painters or those with some experience wanting to expand their skills.
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, 31 Aug 2016
Auditions: Cabaret
Roles available for approximately 10 men and 10 women. Many roles require strong dancing, singing, and acting skills. Auditions will consist of prepared/memorized selected songs from the show as well as small, brief movement improvisation. An accompanist will be provided. Stop by 2130 Pearson Hall to sign up for an audition time and pick up materials!
POSTPONED - Fountain of the Four Seasons 75th Anniversary Celebration
POSTPONED until later this fall - date TBD. Join us in celebrating the 75th anniversary of this iconic campus sculpture and the recent plaza renovation as part of the ISU President's beautification initiative. The event will include traditional dancers and the Brown Otter Drum Group from the Meskwaki Settlement as well as remarks by President Steven Leath at 12:30 pm.
Retirement reception: Connie Bates
Connie Bates, budget analyst in the office of the senior vice president and provost, is retiring. A short program will begin at 3:15 p.m.
Woodshop Orientation
Learn the fundamentals of woodworking equipment while creating a bird house.
Concert: O.A.R.
The XX Tour, with guest band The Hunts.
Thursday, 01 Sep 2016
Meeting: Professional and Scientific Council
The P&S Council is a representative body elected by, and responsible to, Professional and Scientific employees at Iowa State University. Meetings are open to the public.
Condensed Matter Physics Seminar
No CMP seminar this week, due to Ames Lab CRO search
Cyclone Cornhole Boards Class
Soak up the sun during tailgating or other outdoor activities with a game of Cornhole, a.k.a. bean bag toss/doghouse/bags.
Wheel Pottery Class
Open to beginners as well as those with experience who would like to improve their skills.
Cyclone Cinema: Zootopia
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!
Lecture: Not Just Another Adoption Story
Erin Kiernan is coanchor of the WHO Channel 13 evening news team and an advocate for adoption and adoptive parents' rights.
Friday, 02 Sep 2016
Audit a Course
Last day to elect to audit a full-semester course for fall. The instructor of the course must approve an audit.
Tuition & Fee Adjustment
Last day to receive a tuition and fee adjustment for full-semester courses when dropping below full-time status. No refunds for full-semester courses after day 10 of the semester.
Public hearing: Regents' agenda
At this public hearing, individuals have an opportunity to provide early input on agenda items for the state Board of Regents Sept. 7-8 meeting in Iowa City.
Halloween Decoration Workshop: Ghoulish Gourds
Create your own one-of-a-kind hand-painted ghoulish gourd, with guidance from Kathy Houck, artist and member of the Iowa Gourd Society.