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What is featured?

Thursday, 04 Nov 2010

Women's Basketball

Nov 04, 2010

7:00 PM

Hilton Coliseum

Adults $10-$12, children $5-$6

Athletics Athletics

Exhibition vs. Minnesota State, Mankato.

Engineering For A Sustainable World: An Artist's Approach

Nov 04, 2010

8:00 PM

Sun Room, Memorial Union

free

Lecture Series Lectures Live Green

Rosette Gault's work is a blend of art and science. She holds a patent on paperclay, a plastic modeling mix of clay, paper pulp and water whose fired result can be indistinguishable from conventional clay, but is much lighter in weight. Gault is working to develop a water filtration system for developing countries, taking advantage of the nanoparticle size of the openings left by the burned-out paper in the firing process.

Friday, 05 Nov 2010

20th Anniversary Conference: Iowa Energy Center

Nov 05, 2010

8:00 AM - 5:30 PM

Scheman Building

0 ($15 for networking luncheon)

Research Conferences Live Green

The conference program will focus on the center's past, current and future collaborations with individuals and organizations in renewable energy and energy efficiency. Registration is online.

H+T Index: Livability, Mobility and Sustainability

Nov 05, 2010

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

130 Design

free

College of Design Lectures

Stephanie Shull, a policy analyst for the Center for Neighborhood Technology, Chicago, will present an overview of livability concepts, explain the GIS-based Housing and Transportation (H+T) Affordability Index and show how the index can be applied in the context of recent transportation investments in the Des Moines area.

Geology Seminar

Nov 05, 2010

4:00 PM

102 Science I

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Diversity

"Mineral equilibria in mantle xenoliths and a close look at samples from Kilbourne Hole" by Dexter Perkins, University of North Dakota, Grand Forks, ND

Men's Basketball

Nov 05, 2010

7:00 PM

Hilton Coliseum

$10-$25

Athletics Athletics

Iowa State vs. Dubuque.

Dance social

Nov 05, 2010

7:30 PM - 9:45 PM

196 Forker

free

Student Activities Student activities

Free dance social hosted by the ISU Ballroom Dance Club. Singles welcome. Dress is casual, however indoor shoes or socks must be worn in the studio. Check the website for a full schedule.

ISU Theatre Production of "The Arabian Nights"

Nov 05, 2010

7:30 PM

Fisher Theater, Ames

Adults $15, seniors $13, students $8

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Arts, performances Student activities

A Persian sultan whose first wife was unfaithful mistrusts all women until his beautiful young bride, Scheherazade, tells him a story on their first night together and begins a second one. The sultan eagerly awaits the conclusion of the following night. After 1001 nights of storytelling, he makes her his Queen. The stories of Scheherazade feature genies, thieves, and kings and raise storytelling to a new level of enchantment.

Organists of Iowa

Nov 05, 2010

7:30 PM - 9:00 PM

Martha-Ellen Tye Recital, Music Building

Free

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Arts, performances

The 24th Annual Organists of Iowa Concert Series will feature Brad Van Horn, Jodi Jurgemeyer, and Charles Sukup, with Cindy Hemm and Jackie Sheahan Burk, from small-town, north Iowa farms.

Shuck Nebraska Rally

Nov 05, 2010

10:00 PM

Frederiksen Court Community Center

free

Student Activities Student activities

Support the Cyclones as they face Nebraska for the final time. Activities include: all-you-can-eat pancakes ($1); corn eating contest ($50 prize); ultimate fan contest ($100 prize) and a pep rally with Cy and the ISU band. The event is open to the public.

Saturday, 06 Nov 2010

Cyclone Central Tailgate

Nov 06, 2010

All day

ISU Alumni Center, 420 Beach Ave.

Free admission for all

University Special events

Pre-game tailgate. Buffet meal available for purchase, catered by The Cafe - reserve by Nov. 3.

Volleyball

Nov 06, 2010

All day

Ames High School

Athletics Athletics

ISU vs. Missouri.

Ames C.art Sew & Swap

Nov 06, 2010

1:30 PM - 4:30 PM

Workspace at the Iowa State Memorial Union

$1 per person - Some Supplies Included. No pre-registration necessary.

The Workspace Arts, performances Live Green Special events Student activities

Sharing and stitching together materials, ideas, and community! Meets Saturday from 1-4pm.

Football

Nov 06, 2010

2:30 PM

Jack Trice Stadium

Athletics Athletics

ISU vs. Nebraska.

Dance concert: Co'Motion Dance Theater

Nov 06, 2010

7:00 PM

Toman Theater, Forker Building

$10 ($5 for students and seniors)

Community Special events

This is the opening performance of Co'Motion's 2010-11 season. Following the show, there will be an opportunity to talk with the dancers and choreographer.

ISU Theatre Production of "The Arabian Nights"

Nov 06, 2010

7:30 PM

Fisher Theater, Ames

Adults $15, seniors $13, students $8

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Arts, performances Student activities

A Persian sultan whose first wife was unfaithful mistrusts all women until his beautiful young bride, Scheherazade, tells him a story on their first night together and begins a second one. The sultan eagerly awaits the conclusion of the following night. After 1001 nights of storytelling, he makes her his Queen. The stories of Scheherazade feature genies, thieves, and kings and raise storytelling to a new level of enchantment.

Malaysian Cultural Night

Nov 06, 2010

7:30 PM - 10:00 PM

Great Hall, Memorial Union

$13 ($3 discount with donation of 2 canned food items)

Student Activities Diversity Student activities

An annual event celebrating Malaysia's cultural diversity. Performances representing the various ethnic groups that build this country. Event has seven different performances, lucky draw and a dinner serving ethnic Malaysian food. Doors open at 7 p.m.

Sunday, 07 Nov 2010

Buck Bowling

Nov 07, 2010

12:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Underground, Memorial Union

$1

Student Engagement Arts, performances Student activities

$1 bowling, $ 1 shoes, and $1 soda.

Iowa Statesmen

Nov 07, 2010

1:30 PM - 3:15 PM

Martha-Ellen Tye Recital Hall, Music Building

Free

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Arts, performances

The 114 men strong choir will perform How Can I Keep From Singing? by Gwyneth Walker; And with Songs We Will Glorify by Benedetto Marcello; I Come Singing by Eric Barnum, featuring James Sweeney, percussion. The middle of the program will feature selections by Shy of a Dozen. Thomas Hales, student conductor, will director Who are the Brave? by Joseph Martin and the program will cl

Fleece Hats, Mittens & Socks with Judith Lemish

Nov 07, 2010

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Workspace at the Iowa State Memorial Union

ISU $15, Public $25

The Workspace Arts, performances Student activities

Bring in your favorite fleece and learn to sew winter hats, mittens and socks. Meets Sundays from 2-4pm for 2 weeks.

ISU Theatre Production of "The Arabian Nights"

Nov 07, 2010

2:00 PM

Fisher Theater, Ames

Adults $15, seniors $13, students $8

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Arts, performances Student activities

A Persian sultan whose first wife was unfaithful mistrusts all women until his beautiful young bride, Scheherazade, tells him a story on their first night together and begins a second one. The sultan eagerly awaits the conclusion of the following night. After 1001 nights of storytelling, he makes her his Queen. The stories of Scheherazade feature genies, thieves, and kings and raise storytelling to a new level of enchantment.

Women's Basketball

Nov 07, 2010

2:00 PM

Hilton Coliseum

Adults $10-$12, children $5-$6

Athletics Athletics

Exhibition vs. Wartburg College.

Argentine Tango Practica with Valerie Williams

Nov 07, 2010

4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Workspace at the Iowa State Memorial Union

ISU five punches for $30, Public five punches for $40

The Workspace Arts, performances Special events Student activities

This Milonga (dance party) is a multi-level class with lots of time to enjoy the music and dance.

Veterans Day Celebration: "Under the Middle Eastern Sky"

Nov 07, 2010

4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Memorial Union

Student Activities Student activities

Veterans and military families are invited to "Under the Middle Eastern Sky" in celebration of Veteran's Day. The ISU chapter of Student Veterans of America and Operation: Military Kids are sponsoring the family-focused event, which is free for veterans, student veterans and military families.

Drumline LIVE

Nov 07, 2010

5:00 PM

Stephens Auditorium

Adults: $41-45, Youth: $25, ISU students: $20

Iowa State Center Arts, performances

Drumline LIVE, a show-stopping attraction created by the music team behind 20th Century Fox's hit movie "Drumline. "

Grant Wood: A Life

Nov 07, 2010

7:00 PM

Morrill Hall Auditorium, Room 2019

free

Lecture Series Arts, performances Lectures

"Grant Wood: A Life," R. Tripp Evans, author of the forthcoming biography Grant Wood: A Life. The book uncovers the artist's personal life and the many ways it contradicted his public image.

Monday, 08 Nov 2010

Give Some Warmth

Nov 08, 2010

All day

Boxes are in various classroom buildings on campus.

Free

Student Engagement Student activities

Give Some Warmth is a winter wear drive for local non-profit organizations.

Buck Bowling

Nov 08, 2010

12:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Underground, Memorial Union

$1

Student Engagement Arts, performances Student activities

$1 bowling, $ 1 shoes, and $1 soda.

Coach Talk: Bill Fennelly (Women's Basketball)

Nov 08, 2010

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Pioneer Room, Iowa State Memorial Union

Free

Student Engagement Student activities

Cyclone head basketball coaches will meet with fans and answer questions about the season. Bring your lunch and your questions! Door Prizes will be distributed!

Horticulture Seminar

Nov 08, 2010

4:10 PM - 5:10 PM

118 Horticulture Hall

No Charge

College of Agriculture and Life Sciences

St. John EARTH Project, by Mike Reinert, Assistant Professor, Department of Horticulture at Iowa State University