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Wednesday, 15 Feb 2017

Behind the Scenes

Feb 15, 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.

Workshop: Research with Human Subjects

Feb 15, 2017

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

Gold Room, Memorial Union

free

Research Training, development

"Navigating Your Research with Human Subjects: The IRB Submission Process." In this session, you will learn tips on developing and submitting protocols to the Institutional Review Board (IRB). An IRB staff member will walk through key sections of the non-exempt IRB application and explain what the IRB looks for during the review process. Sign up for one of the several dates we have scheduled throughout the year.

Retirement reception: Vince Lawson

Feb 15, 2017

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

Pioneer Room, Memorial Union

free

College of Agriculture and Life Sciences Meetings, receptions

Vince Lawson, superintendent of the Muscatine Island Research Farm, Fruitland, is retiring after 35 years of service. A program will begin at 2:45 p.m.

Campus forum: West campus development projects

Feb 15, 2017

4:10 PM - 5:30 PM

0308 Elings Hall

free

Operations and Finance Division Meetings, receptions

Staff from facilities planning and management will present early project plans and answer questions. All are welcome.

Lecture: Operating in the Margins

Feb 15, 2017

5:30 PM - 7:00 PM

Gallery 181, College of Design

free

College of Design Lectures

Johanna Hurme and Sasa Radulovic, founders of Winnipeg-based design firm 5468796 Architecture, will talk about the conditions and ambition required to change the Midwest status quo in architecture and share examples from their firm's projects.

Black Light Butterfly Roosting

Feb 15, 2017

5:40 PM - 6:40 PM

Reiman Gardens

Reiman Gardens

Join Nathan Brockman, Christina Reiman Butterfly Wing Curator, for a special black light butterfly show. Learn the science behind the way many butterfly patterns fluoresce when exposed to UV light, and view them in a new way as they clump together and begin roosting for the night.

Lecture: 'Ramble,' Walking and Visual Journaling

Feb 15, 2017

6:00 PM

Kocimski Auditorium, 0101 College of Design

free

Lecture Series Arts, performances Lectures

Mary Jones, professor of art and design at Grandview University, Des Moines, is a mixed-media artist, illustrator and printmaker who explores the creative potential of physically engaging with one's environment. She will discuss how walking well-trodden paths is like remembering in layers, and how this process of remembering is similar to the layers in her prints.

Walk-In Craft: Singles Awareness Day DIY Spa

Feb 15, 2017

6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

The Workspace

$9

Student Engagement Arts, performances Student activities

Whether you choose to be single, or just haven't found that person who appreciates all of your awesomeness, this day is for you!

Hilton Chair Series Lecture: Strong Women and Men Live Well

Feb 15, 2017

7:00 PM

Sun Room, Memorial Union

free

Lecture Series Lectures Live Green Student activities

"Nutrition and Exercise for Optimal Health" - Miriam Nelson, author of the bestselling book "Strong Women Stay Young," will discuss what foods you should eat to stay young and healthy as well as what types and how much exercise improves health.

Women's basketball

Feb 15, 2017

7:00 PM

Hilton Coliseum

$5-$12

Athletics Athletics

Iowa State vs. Texas Tech.

Lecture: Redefining Global and National Security

Feb 15, 2017

8:00 PM

Great Hall, Memorial Union

free

Lecture Series Lectures Student activities

Col. (Ret.) Lawrence Wilkerson was Secretary of State Colin Powell's chief of staff from 2002 to 2005. He was also associate director of the State Department's policy planning staff under the directorship of Ambassador Richard Haass. During his thirty-one years in the U.S. Army he served as Deputy Executive Officer to then-General Colin Powell when he commanded the U.S. Army Forces Command, and Special Assistant to General Powell when...

NE-HI w/ SIRES

Feb 15, 2017

8:00 PM

M-Shop

$7 Students / $10 Public

Student Union Board Arts, performances Student activities

Emerging from underground venues in Chicago's northwest side, NE-HI made its name on both its live energy and cleverly wrought guitar anthems. On their forthcoming second album Offers, the band takes those basement-forged instincts and refines them, lets its guitars explore new angles, and focuses its songwriting. The result shows there are a wide range of post-punk possibilities yet to be explored.