Friday, 29 Apr 2011
ISU ADVANCE: Looking back and looking forward
"On the Path to Transformation: Looking Back and Looking Forward with ISU ADVANCE." Faculty, staff and administrators are invited to an interactive workshop featuring highlights from the 5-year NSF-funded ISU ADVANCE Institutional Transformation project. Ideas for continuing important initiatives also will be proposed. Lunch will be provided, RSVP to advance@iastate.edu by April 20.
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.
Retirement reception: Michael Whiteford
Public reception for retiring LAS dean Michael Whiteford. A program will begin at 4 p.m.
Seminar: Geology and Meteorology
"How can we mitigate global change?" by Margaret Leinen, CEO Climate Response Fund, Alexandria, Va., and Distinguished Lecturer, Associated for Women Geoscientists (co-sponsored by ISU's ADVANCE program).
Senior Send-off
Free food, two free drinks, and live music for all graduating seniors - bring your friends!
Gala Benefit Concert: Simon Estes
Gala Benefit Concert featuring the ISU Wind Ensemble, Ames Piano Quartet, Ames Children's Choir and the Simon Estes Music High School Choir from Cape Town, South Africa.
Dance social
Free dance social hosted by the ISU Ballroom Dance Club. Singles welcome. Dress is casual, however indoor shoes or socks must be worn in the studio. Check the website for a full schedule.
Nearly Naked Mile
Free entry with donation of one or more items of used clothing to be given to charities. Registration at 8 p.m.; race begins at 9 p.m. Food and drinks provided after the race; T-shirts to participants. Event held, rain or shine.