Friday, 03 Sep 2010
Geology Seminar
"Geophysical studies in the East African Rift" by Kevin Mickus, Missouri State University, Springfield, MO
Tuesday, 07 Sep 2010
Engineering Study and Work Abroad Fair
"Tour the World." Information booths for over 30 international programs will be represented by faculty coordinators and students to promote international opportunities for engineering students.
Friday, 10 Sep 2010
Geology Seminar
"Land-use effects of soil architecture and near-surface hydrology in eastern Kansas" by Daniel Hirmas, University of Kansas, Lawrence, KS
ISU AfterDark
Events throughout the MU including: Sklar Brothers Comedy, Toy Story 3, bowling and billiards, ISU spirit crafts, belly dance lessons, Cyclone bingo and food give-aways.
Saturday, 11 Sep 2010
"Little Dresses for Africa" Work Day
Simple dresses made out of pillow cases provide relief and hope for the children of Africa. We will provide the supplies, but can use the hands of volunteers to assist with making the dresses.
Sunday, 12 Sep 2010
"Little Dresses for Africa" Work Day
Simple dresses made out of pillow cases provide relief and hope for the children of Africa. We will provide the supplies, but can use the hands of volunteers to assist with making the dresses.
Thursday, 16 Sep 2010
Teenager at Alcatraz
"Teenager at Alcatraz: The Clarence Carnes Story." Carnes, an Oklahoma Choctaw, was the youngest man ever sent to The Rock, and was a key player in the historic Battle of Alcatraz, when armed prisoners seized control. Native American storyteller Tim Tingle recounts Carnes's story based on several hours of recorded interviews with an elderly prison inmate who accompanied Carnes on his Oklahoma crime spree.
Global Souls: Citizens in the Future Tense
"Global Souls: Citizens in the Future Tense," Pico Iyer. One of our most respected observers of our changing world, Iyer is the author of nine books about cultures converging. Part of the World Affairs Series.
Thursday, 23 Sep 2010
Geology Seminar
"Toward X-ray vision" Geophysical signatures of complex subsurface processes" by Susan Hubbard, Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory and Geological Society of America's Birdsall-Dreiss 2010 Distinguished Lecturer
Monday, 27 Sep 2010
Film and discussion: "Vincent Who?"
Curtis Chin is a writer, producer and political activist based in Los Angeles. His documentary Vincent Who? recounts the 1982 murder of Vincent Chin, which spurred the Asian American civil rights movement. Vincent Chin was murdered in Detroit by two white autoworkers at the height of anti-Japanese sentiments. A Q&A with producer Curtis Chin will immediately follow the 40-min film.
Tuesday, 28 Sep 2010
Marriage Equality: A Discussion
"Marriage Equality - A Discussion with Curtis Chin." Chin, former co-chair of the Gay Asian Pacific Islander Men of New York, will lead a discussion on marriage equality. Chin is a writer, producer and political activist based in Los Angeles.
Wednesday, 29 Sep 2010
Sabor Latino
Enjoy a taste of Latin America during Sabor Latino, a Latin food tasting event. Cuisine from many Latin American countries will be available. Part of Latino Heritage Month.