Thursday, 24 Aug 2017
Kids Story Time
This much-loved storytelling program has returned with a strong literacy focus every week.
Bookmobile: Ames Public Library
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.
Auditions: Out of the Fire, The Banned Books Monologues
Auditions are open to all ISU students. There are also a number of roles available to adults ages 40 and over.
Auditions: The Children's Hour
Auditions are open to all ISU students. Roles are available for 12 women and 2 men.
Glitter Postcards
A quick and dirty (glittery) craft! Pick a vintage postcard and choose an element in the imagery that you'd like to redesign, then glue and glitter.
Friday, 25 Aug 2017
Audit to credit deadline
Last day to change a full semester course from audit to credit basis.
Drop Deadline
Last day to drop full-semester or first half-semester courses without the drop appearing on the permanent record or counting toward the limit of dropped courses.
Registration Deadline
Last day to initiate registration through AccessPlus. A late registration fee applies.
Schedule Change Deadline
Last day to process a schedule change for fall through AccessPlus registration.
Schedule Change Deadline
Last day to process most schedule changes without signatures of instructor and adviser (full-semester courses and first half-semester courses). See the tuition adjustment schedule for financial deadlines and the Schedule of Classes for exceptions.
Celebration: Women's Equality Day
Story County residents can register to vote (free cookies, brownies and lemonade for those who do). All are welcome to learn more about programs offered by the Catt Center, the Margaret Sloss Womens Center, and the League of Women Voters of Ames and Story County.
Campus conversation
Campus communities continue to be leaders of change. With the events occurring at the University of Virginia, let's engage in this conversation. Come in for the full time or drop in.
Paint Your Own Pottery: Gnome Gnight
From three-inch inch minis to a foot-tall "Ginormagnome," we've got a cast of characters that are fun to decorate and add to your indoor or outdoor space.
Cyclone Invitational: Volleyball
Iowa State vs. Kent State. Game times and dates are subject to change.
ISU AfterDark
ISU AfterDark is a student group that plans late night events throughout the semester. All activities are free for students and the public! Come enjoy the fun!
Saturday, 26 Aug 2017
LEAD Retreat
The Student Activities Center in collaboration with the Department of Residence hosts an off campus, overnight retreat for the top student organization leaders at Iowa State. Specific organizations will be invited to attend based on their impact to the student body and Iowa State as a whole. The camp goes from Saturday to Sunday.
Textbook return deadline
Last day to return textbooks for refund to University Book Store. Exclusions apply. See website for details.
Cyclone Pride Floral Wreath Workshop
Celebrate Cyclone pride with a living wreath planted in cardinal and gold!
Art Workshop: Fall Water Media with Erna Waterman
Spend the first half hour making an abstract water media project and discussing design. You will find that being happily unaware of what will happen opens up the artist in you to the pure fascination of creating art!
Discovery Station: Sea Lions
While at the Gardens, drop by our Discovery Station for fun activities that engage kids and adults.
Cyclone Invitational: Volleyball
Iowa State vs. Omaha. Game times and dates are subject to change.
Cyclone Invitational: Volleyball
Iowa State vs. New Mexico. Game times and dates are subject to change.
Concert: Geographer
Geographer is an indie rock band based in San Francisco, California. Lead singer Michael Deni describes his sound as being "soulful music from outer space" using analog, electronic and acoustic elements to craft dense layers and unique sound textures.
Sunday, 27 Aug 2017
Fanfare Concert
A concert to launch the new academic year featuring the faculty in the ISU music department.
Walk-in Argentine Tango
This Milonga (dance party) is a multi-level class with lots of time to enjoy the music and dance.
Monday, 28 Aug 2017
Art + Issues: Building a Campus Community
Topics that relate to current events will be presented and attendees are encouraged to bring other discussion topics with them with a goal of generating understanding in a safe, inclusive and inspiring space.
Retirement reception: Bronwyn Frame
Bronwyn Frame, an assistant scientist in the agronomy department's Plant Transformation Facility, is retiring. A short program will begin at 3:30 p.m.
Class: Ice Dyeing
Move over tie-dye, there's a new trend in town. Use fiber reactive dyes and ice to create a watercolor effect for a scarf or decorative pillowcase.
Great Plants for Iowa: Conifers
Ranging from towering trees to crawling shrubs, there is a lot to see when it comes to conifers. Did you know that not all conifers are evergreen?
Tuesday, 29 Aug 2017
Research Orientation for New Faculty
VPR Sarah Nusser will have an open, interactive discussion with new faculty about internal funding opportunities and other topics of interest. Staff from OVPR units will be on hand to answer questions about various components of the research life cycle at Iowa State and how the OVPR can support faculty throughout the process.