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Thursday, 17 Sep 2015

Study Abroad Fair

Sep 17, 2015

10:30 AM - 1:30 PM

Great Hall, Memorial Union

free

Academic Affairs Student activities

Talk with both ISU programs as well as affiliate programs that specialize in study abroad. The fair puts students in direct contact with program directors offering a wide range of study abroad options in practically any country in the world. It is an opportunity for students to get answers to their questions and make comparisons between programs to help them decide which program best meets their needs and interests.

Lunch and Learn Session

Sep 17, 2015

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Transportation Services dispatch office, Haber Road

free

Operations and Finance Division Meetings, receptions Training, development

"Servicing Your ISU Vehicle," for departments with yearly or seasonal vehicle rentals. Feel free to bring your lunch. RSVP requested. Also offered Aug. 20.

Seminar: Nanovaccine Initiative and Political Science

Sep 17, 2015

1:10 PM - 2:00 PM

210 Hamilton Hall

free

Research Lectures

"Countering Myths About Vaccines: Are Facts the Answer?" Brendan Nyhan, Dartmouth College, Hanover, New Hampshire. Nyhan will discuss how motivated reasoning can make people vulnerable to misinformation about controversial topics in medicine like vaccines. A reception precedes his seminar at 12:40 p.m.

Grad Students: Everything you need to know about the library...but were afraid to ask!

Sep 17, 2015

3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

Parks Library

free

University Library Training, development

Learn five important databases every graduate student should know, along with important library services and finding your librarian. Webinar - this workshop also occurs online simultaneously. Seating is limited for on-site workshop. Preregistration required for both on-site and online workshops.

Lecture: Agronomy Seminar Series - Ronald Phillips

Sep 17, 2015

4:10 PM

1001 Troxel Hall

free

Lecture Series Lectures Live Green Student activities

Ron Phillips, Regents Professor Emeritus and former McKnight Presidential Chair in Genomics, University of Minnesota, is a member of the National Academy of Sciences and widely regarded as one of the trailblazers in agricultural biotechnology.

Public forum: Student health director finalist

Sep 17, 2015

4:10 PM - 5:10 PM

Gold Room, Memorial Union

free

ISU Surplus Meetings, receptions

Students are invited to meet Erin Baldwin, chief operating officer for the Mahaska Health Partnership, and one of two finalists for Iowa State's Thielen Student Health Center director position.

Metalsmithing Class

Sep 17, 2015

6:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Workspace at the Iowa State Memorial Union

ISU $68, Public $78 (supplies included)

The Workspace Arts, performances Student activities

Begin your exploration of jewelry-making by learning techniques such as sawing, drilling, forming, chasing, annealing and riveting. Students will complete one or two projects out of copper depending on complexity. Pendants, earrings and bangle bracelets are just a few of the possibilities!

Youth Watercolor Class

Sep 17, 2015

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Reiman Gardens

$64 members. $80 general public. ISU students pay 15% off member rate.

Reiman Gardens

Learn basic sketching and watercolor techniques to paint everything from plants, animals, and butterflies, to landscapes and garden scenes.

Cyclone Cinema: Jurassic World

Sep 17, 2015

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!

Live Music: Gallant w/ Blackbear

Sep 17, 2015

8:00 PM

Maintenance Shop, MU

$8 Students / $14 Public

Student Union Board Arts, performances Student activities

With sold out debuts in Los Angeles and New York City, Gallant's unparalleled voice has captured the attention of tastemakers in the past month. Spending years to find his voice and artistry, his emergence is a testament to his tireless dedication to a unique vision and sound. With a sound described as future soul, his music bridges contemporary productions with old school songwriting and talents.

Science in an Age of Doubters & Deniers

Sep 17, 2015

8:00 PM

Great Hall, Memorial Union

free

Lecture Series Lectures Student activities

Carl Zimmer is the author of 12 books about science and a columnist at the New York Times. He reports from the frontiers of biology where scientists are expanding our understanding of life. National Affairs Series: When American Values Are in Conflict.