Monday, 21 Apr 2014
Registration ends: Summer 2014, Fall 2014
Last day of assigned registration start dates for Summer 2014 and Fall 2014 registration.
The Closet Door
Photo opportunities and baked goods will be available.
Roundtable: The Blended Learning Brown-bag*: Implementation of Hybrid Course Design
Hybrid instruction is an educational approach that combines traditional face-to-face instruction and online instruction with the premise of providing the benefits of the two formats (Lamport & Hill, 2012). When executed correctly, hybrid learning has been proven to increase efficiency for the institution and learning for the students (Mitchell & Honore, 2007).
Pride Week kickoff and social
Join all of Iowa State's LGBTQA+ student organizations/interest groups, departments and associations at our first annual Pride Week Kickoff and Social. The kickoff will include light refreshments, highlights for each of the upcoming Pride Week events and information about each of the LGBTQA+ organizations at Iowa State.
Statistics Seminar
"Random Matrix Theory and Covariance Matrix Estimation", Wei Biao Wu, Department of Statistics, University of Chicago, Chicago, IL
How Zoos and Veterinarians Are Helping to Save Wildlife
"That Horse has Stripes! How Zoos and Veterinarians Are Helping to Save Wildlife," Joe Flanagan, chief veterinarian at the Houston Zoo. National Affairs Series
IT and the Post-Traditional World
"The Beginning of Something Big: IT and the Post-Traditional World," Diana Oblinger, president and CEO of the nonprofit EDUCAUSE. Oblinger works with more than 2,000 institutions to advance higher education through information technology. Part of the Women's Leadership Series & Women in STEM Series
Tuesday, 22 Apr 2014
Graduate College students: electronic thesis
Graduate College: last day to submit signed Submission Request Form for electronic thesis or dissertation.
Graduate College students: graduation approval
Graduate College last day for final submission of graduate student graduation approval slip.
Open forum: Director of Admissions finalist
Jeff Fuller, director of student recruitment in the office of admissions at the University of Houston, is one of three finalists interviewing this month for the position.
Lunchtime Gallery Talk
Assistant Curator Adrienne Gennett will tour the exhibition of Asian arts and discuss the new permanent exhibition space with the Periodical Room at the Parks Library, which is home to the David G. Topel and Jay-Lin Jane-Topel and Cheng Art Collection with the inaugural exhibition of their collection of Chinese jades, hardstones, and scrolls.
Out2Lunch Series: Creating Change workshop
Do you want to make a difference on campus? Join us for an interactive workshop to learn more on how to create positive change in our community.
Meeting: Faculty Senate
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.
ROTC: Tri-Service Change of Command Ceremony
All three of Iowa State's ROTC services will participate in this combined ceremony, a military tradition that represents a formal transfer of responsibility for a unit from one officer to another. The university community is invited.
Caucus Chaos
Dave Price is political director and weekend news anchor at WHO-TV and author of the new book "Caucus Chaos."
Grandma Mojo's Moonshine Revival
Grandma Mojo's Moonshine Revival is a student run improv comedy troupe on campus. They perform in the M-Shop on various Wednesdays during the semester. Grandma Mojo's is the best and cheapest date on campus - admission is only $1!
Wednesday, 23 Apr 2014
George Washington Carver Life and Legacy Symposium
Most historians believe Carver was born in 1864, making this year the 150th since his birth. The daylong symposium will celebrate Carver's legacy and discuss how to recruit and retain students who can build on it.
ArtWalk: At Play in the Hidden Garden
Join University Museum as we explore some of our Art on Campus Collection's most hidden gems. Starting with Norie Sato's "One Now All", the walk will take you through Palmer, MacKay, and end in LeBaron Hall's hidden courtyard and Tom Askman's "Aequanimitas." Meet your guide at the east entrance to the Palmer Building.
HIV Testing
Free HIV testing available on campus.
Online Teleworkshop: How to Master Academic Time Management
This workshop is designed to provide participants with concrete skills to transition from graduate student to professor.
Softball
Iowa State vs. Iowa (Iowa Corn Cy-Hawk Series).
Artful Yoga
Build strength, endurance, and balance in a yoga class that will leave you feeling relaxed and centered. Behind all of those sore muscles you may find patience, peace, and a stronger mind/body connection. No yoga experience is necessary, but please bring your own mat.
Photography Class: Beginner Photography
Wednesdays, April 2, April 9, April 16, April 23 from 6:00 to 8:30 p.m. This four-part workshop will cover the basics of photography including equipment, depth of field, aperture, light, composition, finding your subject, and tips and tricks.
LGBTA Alliance Pride Week Meeting
Join folks from across campus for the LGBTA Alliance General Assembly Pride Week meeting.
Presentation: What Matters to Me and Why
In about five minutes each, 10 individuals from the Iowa State community will present on life experiences, lessons learned and values solidified. A time for Q&A will follow their talks.
Thursday, 24 Apr 2014
Graduate College students: electronic thesis
Last day to upload final electronic thesis/dissertation copy for Thesis Office review.
Pride Lunch
All are welcome to join members of the LGBTQA Faculty and Staff Association for food, conversation and community. Bring your lunch!
Open forum: Director of Admissions finalist
Darin Wohlgemuth, ISU interim director of admissions, is one of three finalists interviewing this month for the position.
Iowa NSF EPSCoR Energy Policy Seminar Series
"Electricity Market Design and the Green Agenda," William Hogan, Harvard University, Kennedy School of Government.
A One Health Approach to Mountain Gorilla Conservation
Michael Cranfield, DVM, is the project director of the Mountain Gorilla Veterinary Project, a non-profit dedicated to the care of mountain gorillas. One Health Lecture Series