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Sunday, 15 Jan 2017

FIRST LEGO League State Championships

Jan 15, 2017

9:00 AM - 3:30 PM

College of Engineering buildings

free

College of Engineering Conferences

The robotics rounds take place in the lower level of Howe Hall. Iowa FIRST® LEGO® League Championships, a STEM event that showcases some of Iowa's most creative kids, is free and open to the public.

Walk-in Argentine Tango

Jan 15, 2017

4:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Workspace at the Iowa State Memorial Union

ISU 5 classes for $35, Public 5 classes for $45

The Workspace Arts, performances Diversity Student activities

This Milonga (dance party) is a multi-level class with lots of time to enjoy the music and dance. From 4-5pm, moves for beginners are introduced with a different figure each week along with techniques for dancing better. From 5-7pm, the dance floor is yours for dancing under the guidance of Valerie and working with different partners. An intermediate level figure will also be introduced during this time.

Monday, 16 Jan 2017

Service project: Crowd-sourced mapping

Jan 16, 2017

10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

206 Durham

free

College of Design Diversity

The geographic information systems (GIS) facility is holding a Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service event. Volunteers will help create crowd-sourced maps of the world to help with disaster relief efforts. No experience required. Lunch is provided. Register by Jan. 13 at the email address above with your name, computer needs and pizza preference.

CANCELLED : Sole Hope Volunteer Day

Jan 16, 2017

2:00 PM - 10:00 PM

The Workspace

Free!

Student Engagement Arts, performances Diversity Live Green Student activities

Due to weather this event has been cancelled.

Men's basketball

Jan 16, 2017

8:00 PM

Hilton Coliseum

Limited availability

Athletics Athletics

Iowa State vs. Kansas.

Tuesday, 17 Jan 2017

Candidate forum: VP for enrollment management and student success

Jan 17, 2017

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

2350 Beardshear Hall

free

Student Affairs Meetings, receptions

A public open forum with candidate Katharine Johnson Suski, admissions director, Iowa State, followed by a 4 p.m. public meet and greet session. Candidate résumés and evaluation forms are available on the student affairs website.

Wheel Pottery Class

Jan 17, 2017

2:30 PM - 5:00 PM

The Workspace

ISU $105, Public $115 - includes supplies

Student Engagement Arts, performances Student activities

Open to beginners as well as those with experience who would like to improve their skills.

Meeting: Faculty Senate

Jan 17, 2017

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

Great Hall, Memorial Union

free

Groups, governance Meetings, receptions

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.

ISU Theatre Auditions: Little Women (the musical)

Jan 17, 2017

6:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Music Hall

free

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Arts, performances

Roles available for 7 women and 4 men. Auditions will consist of prepared selection from "Little Women" songs. Stop by 2130 Pearson Hall to sign up for an audition time and pick up materials. Auditions are open to all ISU students. Funded by Student Government.

ISU Theatre Auditions: The Tempest (significant speaking roles)

Jan 17, 2017

6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Music Hall

free

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Arts, performances

7-8 roles available with significant speaking responsibilities. Interested actors should prepare one of the selected monologues from the play. Stop by 2130 Pearson Hall to sign up for an audition time and pick up materials. Auditions are open to all ISU students. Funded by Student Government.

Drawing Class

Jan 17, 2017

6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

The Workspace

ISU $60, Public $70 - includes supplies

Student Engagement Arts, performances Student activities

Take this opportunity to learn and develop drawing skills, whether you are a beginner who likes to doodle or an artist with experience.

Floral Design Series Workshop

Jan 17, 2017

6:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Reiman Gardens

Reiman Gardens

Learn the basics of floral design while creating beautiful arrangements to take home. Learn the tips and skills used by professionals and create your own one-of-a-kind floral designs.

Open Mic Night

Jan 17, 2017

8:00 PM

The M-Shop

FREE

Student Union Board Arts, performances Student activities

Open mic night gives students the chance to show off their talents to their fellow students. Many are musicians, comedians, and poets. So come on out and show us what kind of talents you have. (Sign Up starts at 7:30 p.m. until all spots are filled)

Open Mic Night

Jan 17, 2017

8:00 PM

The M-Shop

FREE

Student Union Board Arts, performances Student activities

Open mic night gives students the chance to show off their talents to their fellow students. Many are musicians, comedians, and poets. So come on out and show us what kind of talents you have. (Sign Up starts at 7:30 p.m. until all spots are filled)

Wednesday, 18 Jan 2017

Open house: Geoffroy Hall

Jan 18, 2017

9:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Geoffroy Hall

free

ISU Surplus Meetings, receptions

Take a tour of the newest campus residence hall. Brief remarks and a ribbon cutting ceremony will be held from 9-9:30 a.m. Speakers include residence director Pete Englin, President Steven Leath, President Emeritus Gregory Geoffroy and student representatives.

Workshop: Sustaining Academic Pipeline

Jan 18, 2017

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Pioneer Room, Memorial Union

free

College of Human Sciences Diversity

Workshop Three: "Tools for Faculty of Color to Continue Their Trajectory to Professor." Speakers at the event will include: Wilson Rumbeiha, professor in veterinary diagnostic and production animal medicine; and Eulanda Sanders, Donna R. Danielson Professor in Textiles and Clothing, Apparel Events and Hospitality Management. All are welcome to attend this five-part workshop series.

Training: Youth program leaders and administrators

Jan 18, 2017

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

1155 Administrative Services Building

free

Environmental Health & Safety Training, development

The offices of Risk Management, Extension and Outreach, and Conference Planning and Management will provide youth program leaders, administrators and student organization officers with information regarding youth-related policies, procedures and forms for successfully conducting youth programs at ISU.

Behind the Scenes

Jan 18, 2017

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Reiman Gardens

Reiman Gardens

Join staff each month for an interactive, behind the scenes look at Reiman Gardens.

Candidate forum: VP for enrollment management and student success

Jan 18, 2017

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

2350 Beardshear Hall

free

Student Affairs Meetings, receptions

A public open forum with candidate Mary Aguayo, enrollment and policy strategist, University of Wyoming, Laramie, followed by a 4 p.m. public meet and greet session. Candidate résumés and evaluation forms are available on the student affairs website.

Spring ClubFest

Jan 18, 2017

11:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Great Hall, Memorial Union

free

Student Engagement Arts, performances Diversity Student activities

ClubFest is an opportunity for students to browse hundreds of the over 850 clubs and organizations to find out how to get involved on campus. A volunteer fair for nonprofit agencies also will be held.

ISU Theatre Auditions: The Tempest (dancers/chorus)

Jan 18, 2017

5:30 PM - 6:30 PM

2140 Pearson Hall

free

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Arts, performances

4-8 roles available for dancers/chorus. Stop by 2130 Pearson Hall to sign up to audition. Auditions are open to all ISU students. Funded by Student Government.

Art in Flowers: Monet's Water Lilies

Jan 18, 2017

6:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Reiman Gardens

Reiman Gardens

Learn to interpret a work of fine art as a floral arrangement from an award-winning expert!

Opening reception: Special Collections exhibition

Jan 18, 2017

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

198 Parks Library

free

University Library Meetings, receptions

The historical exhibition, "For Married Students: Building a Community in Pammel Court, 1946-1978," features Pammel Court residences once situated on the north edge of campus. Refreshments will be provided by the history department.

Kristine Heykants Art Reception

Jan 18, 2017

7:00 PM

Pioneer Room at the Memorial Union

Free

Student Engagement Arts, performances Student activities

Meet photographer Kristine Heykants, whose work from her series Uprooted is on display in the Pioneer Room.

Thursday, 19 Jan 2017

Youth Program: Caterpillar Club

Jan 19, 2017

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Reiman Gardens

Reiman Gardens

Join us weekly this winter for our popular Early Childhood Development program featuring stories and creative activities around a nature-based theme. Materials are intended for children ages two to seven years old, and all children must be accompanied by an adult.

Study Abroad Fair

Jan 19, 2017

10:30 AM - 1:30 PM

Great Hall, Memorial Union

free

Academic Affairs Diversity Student activities

A one-stop shop to learn about adventure abroad -- interning, studying and volunteering opportunities, ranging from one week to one year. Students can enter to win study abroad scholarships.

Bookmobile: Ames Public Library

Jan 19, 2017

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Driveway between Parks and Morrill

free

Community Special events

In partnership with the university library, the Ames Public Library's Bookmobile added a regular Iowa State stop to its weekly route. The Bookmobile will park in the turnaround driveway between Parks Library and Morrill Hall from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Thursdays. Items from the Ames Public Library (for all ages) can be checked out, returned or reserved in advance for pick up.

Candidate forum: VP for enrollment management and student success

Jan 19, 2017

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

2350 Beardshear Hall

free

Student Affairs Meetings, receptions

A public open forum with candidate Laura Doering, registrar, Iowa State, followed by a 3 p.m. public meet and greet session. Candidate résumés and evaluation forms are available on the student affairs website.

Preparing for the Next Step

Jan 19, 2017

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Pioneer Room, Memorial Union

free

Academic Affairs Training, development

This workshop provides an overview of the advancement process for lecturers, clinicians and adjunct faculty, and best practices for putting together a portfolio. It will be led by associate provost for faculty Dawn Bratsch-Prince and include a faculty panel.