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Thursday, 04 Dec 2014

Winterfest: Ice skating

Dec 04, 2014

11:00 PM - 2:00 AM

Ames/ISU Ice Arena

free

Student Engagement Student activities

Free ice skating for the first 400 participants.

Friday, 05 Dec 2014

Winterfest: UBS open house

Dec 05, 2014

7:45 AM - 6:00 PM

University Book Store, Memorial Union

free

Student Engagement Student activities

Shoppers can enjoy events and specials throughout the store. The "Five Days of Deals" runs Dec. 1-5.

Seminar: FERPA and Working with Parents

Dec 05, 2014

8:30 AM - 9:30 AM

2030 Morrill Hall

Center for Excellence in Learning and Teaching Training, development

The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) is a federal law that affords parents the right to have access to their children's education records until a student turns 18 years old or enters a postsecondary institution at any age at which time the FERPA rights transfer from the parent to the student.

Retirement reception: Sandy Russell

Dec 05, 2014

9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Room 1220 Beardshear Hall

free

Operations and Finance Division Meetings, receptions

Sandy Russell, a program assistant in the ISU Treasurer's Office, is retiring.

Art Mart: Holiday Sale

Dec 05, 2014

10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Campanile Room, Memorial Union

The Workspace Arts, performances Student activities

Featured items include blown glass, pottery, jewelry, accessories, hand-woven baskets, photography and more. Most artwork sells between $3 and $20 and sales support The Gaffer's Guild, The Workspace and participating artists.

Interdisciplinary Phenomics Workshop

Dec 05, 2014

12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

3140 Agronomy

free

Research Conferences

This series promotes interaction among faculty in diverse disciplines and helps forge new collaborations that will lead to the submission of successful grant proposals, ground-breaking research and the formation of new companies.

Friday Talk: The Developing Role of the University Library as a Student Learning Center

Dec 05, 2014

12:10 PM - 1:00 PM

130 Design

free

College of Design Lectures

In this brown-bag lunch presentation, Nicole Peterson, assistant professor of interior design, will share her research into educational design and the role of the library in today's society. Part of the Institute for Design Research and Outreach's Friday Talks series.

Learning Community: Team-Based Learning

Dec 05, 2014

1:10 PM - 2:30 PM

2030 Morrill Hall

free

Center for Excellence in Learning and Teaching Training, development

Graduates of the TBL Teaching and Learning Circles are invited to participate in the TBL Faculty/Graduate Student/Postdoctoral Fellow Learning Community. We work as teams to optimize application exercises, readiness assurance tests, peer evaluation, and other aspects of course design, and also invite speakers to facilitate discussions of TBL theory, research and classroom application. Facilitator: Lisa Orgler, Lecturer, Horticulture

Winterfest: Open House at The Knoll

Dec 05, 2014

3:00 PM - 6:00 PM

The Knoll

free

Student Engagement Student activities

Visit President and Mrs. Leath's home decorated for the holidays and try some famous Knoll hot chocolate. Hosted by first lady Janet Leath.

Winterfest: Bingo

Dec 05, 2014

4:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Pioneer Room, Memorial Union

free

Student Engagement Student activities

Play bingo and win prizes.

Winterfest: Bowlings and billiards

Dec 05, 2014

4:00 PM - 9:00 PM

The Underground, Memorial Union

free

Student Engagement Student activities

Enjoy bowling and billiards in The Underground.

Winterfest: Campanile Tours, Carillon Concert

Dec 05, 2014

4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Campanile lawn

free

Student Engagement Student activities

See the inside of this Iowa State treasure with a tour by University Carillonneur Tin Shi Tam.

Winterfest: Photo snow globes

Dec 05, 2014

4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Cardinal Room, Memorial Union

free

Student Engagement Student activities

Winterfest craft activity, while supplies last.

Winterfest: Service project

Dec 05, 2014

4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Cardinal Room, Memorial Union

free

Student Engagement Student activities

A letter-writing service project, sponsored by ISU Student Veterans of America.

Winterfest: Spin art frisbees

Dec 05, 2014

4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Commons, Memorial Union

free

Student Engagement Student activities

Winterfest craft activity, while supplies last.

Reiman Gardens After Hours

Dec 05, 2014

4:30 PM - 7:00 PM

Reiman Gardens

$8 ($4 for members)

Reiman Gardens

Kick back and relax at Reiman Gardens' After Hours! This quarterly event is an opportunity to enjoy good company and live music in a beautiful garden setting. Complimentary snacks and cash bar provided. Must be 21+ to attend.

Winterfest: Eats and treats

Dec 05, 2014

5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Commons, Memorial Union

free

Student Engagement Student activities

Sample seasonal beverages in the MU Market and Cafe. Meal service is available at the MU Food Court from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Winterfest: Free Crafts at the Workspace

Dec 05, 2014

5:00 PM - 8:00 PM

The Workspace, Memorial Union

free

Student Engagement Arts, performances Student activities

Create free crafts, including holiday ornaments, as gifts or decorate your own space.

Winterfest: Tree lighting ceremony

Dec 05, 2014

5:15 PM - 5:45 PM

Beardshear Hall steps

free

Student Engagement Student activities

Live music and the lighting of the tree on central campus.

Winterfest: Jingle Jog

Dec 05, 2014

5:30 PM - 6:45 PM

Central campus

$20

Student Engagement Student activities

A fun run in memory of former Freshmen Council member Andy Albright. Proceeds go toward a memorial scholarship in his name. Sponsored by Freshmen Council.

Winterfest: Cookie decorating

Dec 05, 2014

6:00 PM

Commons, Memorial Union

free

Student Engagement Student activities

Cookie decorating, while supplies last.

Winterfest: Gingerbread houses

Dec 05, 2014

6:00 PM

Commons, Memorial Union

free

Student Engagement Student activities

Gingerbread house craft, while supplies last.

Winterfest: Horse-drawn carriage rides

Dec 05, 2014

6:30 PM - 9:30 PM

North entrance, Memorial Union

free

Student Engagement Student activities

Enjoy a ride on a horse-drawn carriage around central campus.

Cyclone Cinema: The Maze Runner

Dec 05, 2014

7:00 PM

Carver Hall 101

free

Student Union Board Student activities

The Student Union Board presents Cyclone Cinema! Showings are FREE in Carver 101 at 7 and 10 p.m. every Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Hope to see you there!

Concert: ISU Symphony Orchestra

Dec 05, 2014

7:30 PM - 9:00 PM

Martha-Ellen Tye Recital Hall, Music Building

$10.00 adults; $5.00 students - Tickets sale at the door

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Arts, performances

Jacob Harrison, conductor

Dance social

Dec 05, 2014

7:30 PM - 9:45 PM

196 Forker Building

free

Student Activities Student activities

Free dance social hosted by the ISU Ballroom Dance Club. Singles welcome. Dress is casual; indoor shoes or socks are required.

Performance: A Christmas Carol

Dec 05, 2014

7:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Fisher Theater, Ames

Adults $18, seniors $16, students $11

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Arts, performances

The beloved story of an embittered miser who finds redemption through exploring his past, present, and the future.

Concert: The Greencards CANCELED

Dec 05, 2014

8:00 PM

M-Shop

$12 Students, $16 Public

Student Union Board Arts, performances Student activities

Due to circumstances beyond their control, this concert has unfortunately been CANCELED by the artist. We apologize for the inconvenience. Ticket holders that purchased online will be automatically refunded. Everyone else can contact the M-Shop Box Office to process their refund.