Wednesday, 10 Oct 2012
SusAg Colloquium
"A Short History of GM Crops," Shiuzing Fei
Artful Yoga
Release that mid-week stress surrounded by the beauty of the Christian Petersen Art Museum during this free weekly yoga practice. Transform body, mind and spirit through a flowing series of postures and breath work! No yoga experience is necessary, but please bring your own yoga mat. Meet the Recreation Services yogi in 1017 Morrill Hall.
Beginning Metals
Learn the basics of metalsmithing in this class including how to work with different types of metal, how to safely use tools, and techniques such as sawing, drilling, forming, chasing, annealing and riveting. Students will complete one or two projects depending on complexity. Pendants, earrings and bangle bracelets are just a few of the possibilities!
P.H. Elwood Lecture
"Landscape Chronicles," William E. Roberts and Laura Santin, principals and directors of Nomad Studio, a landscape planning and design firm presently in Brooklyn, N.Y. A reception will follow.
Volleyball
ISU vs. West Virginia
Documentary & Discussion: A Killer in the Dark
"A Killer in the Dark" is a documentary about the fight against malaria and highlights the work of Imagine No Malaria, a ministry affiliated with the United Methodist Church in Africa. Katie Dawson, coordinator for Imagine No Malaria in the Iowa Annual Conference, and Lyric Bartholomay, Iowa State associate professor of medical entomology, will lead a post-film discussion and Q&A.
Ballet Folklorico de Mexico
Come and enjoy the "Best Dance Show of the World in Mexico."
The Keystone XL Pipeline and the Protection of American Lands
Randy Thompson, a farmer and rancher from Nebraska, became a leading opponent out of conerns that his land would be condemned for the proposed TransCanada Keystone XL pipeline. National Affairs Series
Grandma Mojo's Moonshine Revival
Grandma Mojo's Moonshine Revival is Iowa State University's award-winning student sketch and improv group. For only $1 on select Wednesday evenings, the Mojo's crew will provide a night of laughter, passion, drama, action and more laughter!