Thursday, 23 Jan 2014
Poster Sale
Thousands of choices from art prints and movies to music and pop culture. Proceeds from the sale support art programs at the Memorial Union. Sponsored by Student Activities Center.
How to effectively manage stress - workshop for new faculty
Strategies to effectively manage stress in a faculty position: a workshop open to all new faculty
Study Abroad Fair
Students will have direct contact with program directors overseeing the Iowa State study abroad options.
Art in the Community: Lee Ann Woolery
Lee Ann Woolery, community arts specialist with University of Missouri Extension, Columbia, Mo., will talk about the community arts program and the extension work she does. Her presentation will be followed by a buffet lunch reception.
Lunch series: Women and Gender Studies
"Toward a Seventeenth-Century Rape Script," Jana Byars, ISU history.
Seminar: Putting the Results from the Student Evaluation of Teaching into Practice
Explore the successes and challenges of adopting an online course evaluation system as an effective mechanism for the Student Evaluation of Teaching (SET).
Sewing Lessons
Whether you are a beginner needing to learn how to operate a sewing machine, or someone who needs help finishing a project in progress, this class is for you.
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Legacy Convocation
"A Loving Story: Perseverance, Change and Civil Rights." Come celebrate the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. The program will feature "The Loving Story," a documentary about interracial marriage in the United States, followed by a discussion and Q&A led by Natasha Croom, Assistant Professor of Education. The Advancing One Community Awards will also be presented.
Comedian: Nick Swardson
For more information see the link above!
Friday, 24 Jan 2014
Poster Sale
Thousands of choices from art prints and movies to music and pop culture. Proceeds from the sale support art programs at the Memorial Union. Sponsored by Student Activities Center.
Tennis
ISU vs. Southeast Missouri State.
Tennis
ISU vs. Nebraska-Omaha.
Opening reception: "Aphasia: Paintings by Dr. Steven Nissen"
This exhibition features about 20 acrylic paintings on canvas by former animal science professor Steven Nissen, who experienced a debilitating stroke in August 2008.
Paint Your Own Pottery: Spiral String Painting
Join us for a fun exploration of techniques in "painting" bisque. Using jute twine and contrasting colors, create a circular pattern on your piece.
Beginning ballroom dance class
Beginning social ballroom dance lessons, hosted by the ISU Ballroom Dance Club. Class meets once weekly for 11 weeks. No partner required.
Dance social
Free dance social hosted by the ISU Ballroom Dance Club. Singles welcome. Dress is casual; indoor shoes or socks are required.
Men's hockey
ISU vs. Iowa.
Ames Winter Classic featuring Mumford's
Free Admission for Students and the Public http://www.sub.iastate.edu/en/the_maintenance_shop/
Saturday, 25 Jan 2014
Men's Basketball
ISU vs. Kansas State.
Argentine Tango Practica (Class)
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. Wear dancing shoes, smooth-soled shoes, or s
Sunday, 26 Jan 2014
Cinderella: A Storybook Ballet Production
With a delightful blend of storytelling and humor, plus splendid scenery and costumes, the Moscow Festival Ballet brings Cinderella - A Storybook Ballet Production to Stephens.
Argentine Tango Class
This Milonga (dance party) is a multi-level class with lots of time to enjoy the music and dance.
Monday, 27 Jan 2014
Audit Deadline
Last day to elect to audit a course for spring. The instructor of the course must approve an audit.
Pass/Not Pass Deadline
Last day to change a full-semester or first half-semester course from Pass/Not Pass to grade basis without it counting toward total allowable P/NP credits used for graduation.
Tuition and Fee Adjustment Deadline
Last day to receive a tuition and fee adjustment for full-semester courses when dropping below full-time status. No refunds for full-semester courses after day 10 of the semester.
Open forum: Emilio Bunel, candidate for Ames Laboratory director
Emilio Bunel is division director, chemical sciences and engineering, Argonne National Laboratory, Argonne, Ill. All are invited to attend the open forum.
Knitting
Learn the basics of knitting: cast-on, knit, purl, bind-off, rib stitch, increase and decrease techniques, pattern reading, gauge swatching, and picking up dropped stitches. Bring a pair of #7 or #8 single-point needles. Yarn will be provided.
Woodshop Orientation
For the beginner who wants to learn the fundamentals of woodworking equipment. Proper usage of the machinery will be covered, as well as woodshop safety. This class is required in order to use the woodshop on your own.
Tuesday, 28 Jan 2014
Teaching and Learning Circle: Engaging Students through Writing & Active Learning
Meets every 2 weeks on Tuesdays: Jan. 28, Feb. 11, 25, and March 11. The possibilities for incorporating writing into a course are endless, but the choices also can be overwhelming. What types of assignments will work in my course? How can I respond efficiently to student writing?
Drawing
Take this opportunity to learn and develop drawing skills, whether you are a beginner who likes to doodle or an artist with experience.