Tuesday, 01 Nov 2011
Open forum: LAS dean candidate
Chaden Djalali, professor and chair of the physics and astronomy department at the University of South Carolina, Columbia. A reception follows the forum.
Wednesday, 02 Nov 2011
Forum: Governor's STEM Advisory Council
The input of STEM education practitioners to the Governor's STEM Advisory Council is vital to its mission. Jeff Weld, executive director of both IMSEP and the Governor's STEM Advisory Council, will facilitate the forum, where details as to structure, initiatives and input will be shared. RSVP to 4-0423 or traciem@iastate.edu.
Open forum: Effectiveness of the Resource Management Model
Members of the campus committee coordinating a review of the 3-year-old budget model will take comments and respond to questions or concerns about how the model has worked, including effects on the university culture. All faculty and staff are invited.
Open forum: Associate VP for human resource services candidate
David Trainor, executive assistant to the chancellor and associate vice chancellor for human resources and labor relations at Connecticut State University System, Hartford.
Thursday, 03 Nov 2011
Open house: Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine
Previously housed at the Lied recreation center, Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine moved to the student health center this fall. All faculty and staff are welcome. Receive a free 5-minute injury screening. Refreshments will be served. The open house continues today from 4 to 6 p.m.
Open Forum: Mike Otis, HRS
"Overview of 2012 Benefits," Mike Otis, associate director of human resource services. P&S Council meetings are open to the public.
Open forum: Associate VP for human resource services candidate
Rod Kelly, director of the office of compensation management at University of Virginia, Charlottesville.
Meeting: Professional & Scientific Council
P&S Council meetings are open to the public.
Open forum: LAS dean candidate
Beate Schmittmann, professor and chair of the physics department at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, Blacksburg. A reception follows the forum.
Open house: Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine
Previously housed at the Lied recreation center, Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine moved to the student health center this fall. All faculty and staff are welcome. Receive a free 5-minute injury screening. Refreshments will be served. The open house began earlier today from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Friday, 04 Nov 2011
Open forum: Effectiveness of the Resource Management Model
Members of the campus committee coordinating a review of the 3-year-old budget model will take comments and respond to questions or concerns about how the model has worked, including effects on the university culture. All faculty and staff are invited.
Open forum: Associate VP for human resource services candidate
Warren Hills, associate vice president of human resources at Ferris State University, Big Rapids, Mich.
Monday, 07 Nov 2011
Open forum: LAS dean candidate
Douglas Epperson, dean of the College of Liberal Arts at Washington State University, Pullman. A reception follows the forum.
Tuesday, 08 Nov 2011
STEM Education Collaboration Coffee
"Upcoming NSF Funding Opportunities: Fostering Research Collaboration," interim director Frankie Santos Laanan will share three NSF Program Solicitations under consideration. The goal is to facilitate a focused dialogue about funding and collaborative opportunities. The session will provide an opportunity for colleagues to discuss possible funding sources and/or identify potential collaborators. RSVP to 4-0423 or traciem@iastate.edu.
Informational lunch: ISU MBA program
Learn more about the MBA program offered in the College of Business. Lunch is provided. Register online.
Faculty Senate meeting
The Faculty Senate represents the general faculty of Iowa State University and participates in shared governance of the University with the administration. Senate meetings are open to the public and adjourn at 5 p.m.
Open forum: Proposed School of Education
Characteristics desired in a director for the proposed School of Education is the discussion topic. Pending state Board of Regents approval of the proposed school, a national search for a director will begin.
Wednesday, 09 Nov 2011
Open forum: Associate VP for human resource services candidate
Pamela Bowman, director of human resources at Western Illinois University, Macomb.
Open forum: College of Business dean search
Members of the Business dean search committee want to hear from the university community about leadership attributes to be sought in the college's next dean.
Tuesday, 15 Nov 2011
Meeting: Study Abroad scholarships (language and post-grad)
Students of all majors and years are invited to attend an informational meeting on competitive international scholarships. ISU coordinators for the Rhodes, Marshall, Fulbright and Boren Scholarships will describe these prestigious and highly competitive international awards, their selection criteria, and the types of study, activities and/or language training each supports.
Wednesday, 16 Nov 2011
Summer undergraduate research opportunities
Learn about the National Science Foundation's Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) program and other summer research opportunities at ISU and elsewhere. A panel of faculty and students who participated in summer research programs will talk about finding positions, application processes and other topics related to undergraduate research.
Farewell reception: Mary Holz-Clause
Holz-Clause is ISU's associate vice president for extension and outreach. A brief program will begin at 4:45 p.m. Cards and letters are being collected to present to her; send them to Lynnette Hauser, 2150 Beardshear.
Just Desserts: A Taste of Chocolate and More
"Just Desserts: A Taste of Chocolate and More." Sample delectable desserts while supporting the Ames-ISU YWCA. Sugar-free options will be available. All proceeds support scholarships for ISU women as well as programming that works to eliminate racism and empower women. Ticket order deadline is Nov. 10.
Thursday, 17 Nov 2011
Summer undergraduate research opportunities
Learn about the National Science Foundation's Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) program and other summer research opportunities at ISU and elsewhere. A panel of faculty and students who participated in summer research programs will talk about finding positions, application processes and other topics related to undergraduate research.
Tuesday, 22 Nov 2011
Retirement reception: Sandi Bishop
Bishop is a secretary III for the U.S. Department of Energy's Ames Laboratory.
Monday, 28 Nov 2011
Public forum: Leopold Center director candidate
Abdullah Jaradat is research leader, supervisory research agronomist and location coordinator of the North Central Soil Conservation Research Lab, a facility of the USDA's Agricultural Research Service in Morris, Minn. He also is an adjunct professor of agronomy and plant genetics at the University of Minnesota, St. Paul campus; and an adjunct professor of science at Southwest Minnesota State University, Marshall.
Tuesday, 29 Nov 2011
Open forum: CELT director candidate
Cinzia Cervato is a professor of geological and atmospheric sciences. She is one of two finalists in the internal search for a director of the Center for Excellence in Learning and Teaching and co-director of ISU's learning communities program.
ISURF: New Patent Law
ISURF is hosting a presentation on the impact of the new patent laws on universities. Presenters are patent attorneys Mike Goldman and Tate Tischner, both with the law firm of LeClairRyan, Rochester, N.Y. Pizza and beverages will be provided.
Wednesday, 30 Nov 2011
Retirement reception: Al Vogl
Vogl is a greenhouse and building manager in the agronomy department.