Wednesday, 27 Apr 2011
Cherry Blossom Project for Japan
Students, faculty and staff are invited to help fill an image of a bare Japanese flowering cherry tree with cherry blossom stickers and write messages of hope and caring to the people of Japan. Cost is $1 for 5 stickers. Proceeds will go to the Red Cross. Sponsored by the Graphic Design Student Association.
CODAC Spring Art Sale
Annual spring sale of work by students in the integrated studio arts program, sponsored by CODAC (College of Design Art Club). Most items priced in the range of $10 - $100. Some proceeds go to the artists, while the rest help fund club activities.
Exercise is Medicine Campus Kick-off and Activity Day
Join other ISU employees and play frisbee golf, kick ball, golf or join a basketball tournament. Hula hooping is an option, too. Get some fresh air and be active.
TIAA-CREF financial seminar
"Are We There Yet? Investing for Retirement in the 'New Normal' Economy," Brett Hammond, TIAA-CREF managing director and chief investment strategist. Reserve a seat online (AccessPlus > HRS Training > Courses).
Women's Studies Brown Bag Series
"Writing Like a Woman: Representations of Lessons Learned," Christiana Langenberg, ISU English.
University Honors Program: Spring poster presentation and reception
Spring 2011 Honors graduates as well as other Honors students will be present to answer questions and speak with individuals interested in their projects.
Poster presentations: Science With Practice students
College of Agriculture and Life Sciences students (mostly juniors and seniors) enrolled this spring in the course Science With Practice (Ag Educ 312) will present research projects they have worked on with a mentor this semester.
Agron 600A - Plant Breeding Seminars
"Genomewide selection for maize grain yield and stover quality for cellulosic ethanol" Rex Bernardo, University of Minnesota
Agron 600B - Soil Science Seminars
"Crop Residue Management Effect on Soil Quality and Greenhouse Gas Emissions" Jose Guzman
Open forum: ISU presidential search
Members of the State Board of Regents will host this event to gather input on leadership priorities and desired qualities in Iowa State's next president. This is a public forum.
TIAA-CREF financial seminar
"Investing for Income and Outcomes: A Better Plan for Retirement Security in the 21st Century," Brett Hammond, TIAA-CREF managing director and chief investment strategist. Reserve a seat online (AccessPlus > HRS Training > Courses).