Thursday, 06 Dec 2012
Open forum: Professional and Scientific Council
"AAU Membership and Why It Is Important to ISU," Jonathan Wickert, senior vice president and provost.
Meeting: Professional & Scientific Council
P&S Council meetings are open to the public.
Seminar: Iowa NSF EPSCoR Energy Policy
"Energy Sustainability and the Roles of Bioenergy," Marc Rosen, University of Ontario Institute of Technology.
Open forum: Business dean search
The search committee for the dean of the College of Business will host two forums to share information about the search and solicit input on characteristics to be sought in the next Business dean. Students, faculty and staff are welcome to attend.
Interdisciplinary Roundtable: The Arts in the Public Sphere
Faculty members Debra Marquart (creative writing, English), Jane Cox (theater), Gregory Oaks (music) and Theresa Paschke (integrated studio arts) will dissect performance as a process from conception to its entrance into the public sphere.
Friday, 07 Dec 2012
15th Annual Financial Aid Mini Conference
This conference provides faculty and staff with information on financial aid policies, procedures and program changes, as well as current hot topics in student financial aid. There is no cost to attend but registration is requested online.
CODAC Student Art Sale
Biannual sale of work by students in the integrated studio arts program, sponsored by CODAC (College of Design Art Club). Work this year will include ceramics, prints, photos, jewelry and textiles.
Forestry Club: Tree and wreath sale
Students in the forestry club will sell Christmas trees and wreaths. Proceeds support club activities.
Dance social
Free dance social hosted by the ISU Ballroom Dance Club (Christmas party). Singles welcome. Dress is casual; indoor shoes or socks are required.
Men's hockey
ISU vs. Dakota College, Bottineau, N.D.
Performance: Alice in Wonderland
A girl falls down a rabbit hole into a fantasy world of the White Rabbit, The Cheshire Cat, the Mad Hatter and The Queen of Hearts. Alice finds it all so curious that she finally concludes "It would be so nice if something made sense for a change." Many including Walt Disney and Tim Burton have filmed versions of the famous children's novel. This is a new script that takes a fresh look at Lewis Carroll's masterpiece.
Saturday, 08 Dec 2012
Forestry Club: Tree and wreath sale
Students in the forestry club will sell Christmas trees and wreaths. Proceeds support club activities.
Prince & Princess Story Time
Bring your little prince and/or princess to story time at the University Book Store in the Memorial Union. We'll read stories fit for any princess or prince.
The Nutcracker Ballet
It's the 32nd year of this Iowa State Center production, starring more than 200 local performers and professional dancers Joy Voelker as the Sugar Plum Fairy and Hanan Misko as her cavalier. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster.
Concert: Holiday Choral Festival
Performance by the ISU choirs.
Men's hockey
ISU vs. Dakota College, Bottineau, N.D.
Performance: Alice in Wonderland
A girl falls down a rabbit hole into a fantasy world of the White Rabbit, The Cheshire Cat, the Mad Hatter and The Queen of Hearts. Alice finds it all so curious that she finally concludes "It would be so nice if something made sense for a change." Many including Walt Disney and Tim Burton have filmed versions of the famous children's novel. This is a new script that takes a fresh look at Lewis Carroll's masterpiece.
The Nutcracker Ballet
It's the 32nd year of this Iowa State Center production, starring more than 200 local performers and professional dancers Joy Voelker as the Sugar Plum Fairy and Hanan Misko as her cavalier. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster.
Sunday, 09 Dec 2012
Forestry Club: Tree and wreath sale
Students in the forestry club will sell Christmas trees and wreaths. Proceeds support club activities.
Women's Basketball
ISU vs. Fairfield.
The Nutcracker Ballet
It's the 32nd year of this Iowa State Center production, starring more than 200 local performers and professional dancers Joy Voelker as the Sugar Plum Fairy and Hanan Misko as her cavalier. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster.
Performance: Alice in Wonderland
A girl falls down a rabbit hole into a fantasy world of the White Rabbit, The Cheshire Cat, the Mad Hatter and The Queen of Hearts. Alice finds it all so curious that she finally concludes "It would be so nice if something made sense for a change." Many including Walt Disney and Tim Burton have filmed versions of the famous children's novel. This is a new script that takes a fresh look at Lewis Carroll's masterpiece.
Argentine Tango Practica
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.
Men's Basketball
Iowa State vs. Nebraska-Omaha
Monday, 10 Dec 2012
Osborn Club Lecture
"Designing Energy Efficient Buildings: The low hanging fruit -- so hard to reach," Ulrike Passe, ISU architecture and director of the Center for Building Energy Research. The lecture portion of Osborn Club meetings is open to the public.
Tuesday, 11 Dec 2012
Holiday shopping with Cy
A holiday open house showcasing gift items offered by alumni association businesses and discounted T-Galaxy inventory and in-stock items.
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.
Performance: Dailey & Vincent Bluegrass Christmas
The group The New York Times called "the most celebrated new bluegrass act of the last few years," Dailey & Vincent bring their Bluegrass Christmas to Ames.
Thursday, 13 Dec 2012
Brown Bag Lecture
"Build it and They Will Come: Creating a Refuge in your Backyard" presented by Linda Thomas from Wild Birds Unlimited Bring your lunch to the Gardens and enjoy an education program. Attend each month and experience a new topic presented by local and regional professionals and lecturers.
Class: Floral Design Series
Garlands and Swags - Intensify the holiday decorating this year by learning to make your own unique garlands and swags! Learn the basics of floral design while creating beautiful arrangements to take home. Updated with new classes! Learn the tips and skills used by professionals and create your own one-of-a-kind floral designs.