Wednesday, 27 May 2015
Wheel Pottery Class
Students will be guided through all aspects of forming bowls, mugs, vases and more on the pottery wheel. Learn handle-pulling, glazing and finishing techniques. Open to absolute beginners as well as those with experience who would like to improve their technique and abilities.
Belly Dance
A Three Pillars Delsarte based approach to Middle Eastern Belly Dance in the style of award winning performer Shiara. These classes teach the basic movements of belly dance with a specific focus and detailed exploration each week. There are two beginning classes per evening on Wednesdays (7-8:10pm and 8:20-9:30pm). Purchase a dance punch card and attend as often as your schedule allows. Punch cards are good for 1 year from purchase date.
Thursday, 28 May 2015
Public hearing: Regents' agenda
At this public hearing, individuals have an opportunity to provide early input on agenda items for the state Board of Regents June 4 meeting in Ames.
Every Summer Needs a Plan
Facilitated by Kerry Ann Rockquemore, May 28 (1-2:30 p.m.), hosted by the National Center for Faculty Development and Diversity, register online with your ISU-sponsored membership
Retirement reception: Lea Henderson
Lea Henderson, a program coordinator II with University Human Resources, is retiring June 2 after 18 years of service to Iowa State.
Farewell reception: Clay Gurganus
Clay Gurganus, a financial aid adviser in the office of student financial aid, resigned his post after more than 22 years of service. A short program will begin at 3 p.m.
Paint Your Own Pottery: Wedding Gifts
"Painting" bisque is a fun and relaxing activity that can be done solo or with a group of friends. Personalize a gift for the happy couple! Studio fee is $4 for ISU and $5 for public to attend plus the cost of the bisque you select.
Plant and Flower Drawing Class
This is a 6 week course on Thursdays May 21, May 28, June 4, June 11, June 18, and June 25 from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. This six-week beginner course will introduce how to use plants as the subject of art with easy approaches and successive lessons.
Rock Gardens and Their Plants Class
Master Gardener Gary Whittenbaugh of Fran Mara Garden in Oelwein believes the most complete and triumphant expression of gardening may be the rock garden. This is epically true if you include a few miniature and the smaller dwarf conifers. Rock gardens give us almost limitless plant choices and a long blooming season unequaled by any other type of garden. Don't miss this presentation - once you start rock gardening, you won't be able to stop.
Lecture: Iowa State and a World at War
World War II brought military training and war-related research to the Iowa State campus. History professor Douglas Biggs (University of Nebraska-Kearney) will discuss how the war accentuated Iowa State's transition to a nationally known college of science, engineering and technology.
Friday, 29 May 2015
Audit deadline full semester (12 weeks): Summer 2015
Last day to elect to audit a course for a twelve-week, full summer course. The instructor of the course must approve an audit.
Undergraduate Graduation Applications
Undergraduate applications for graduation for Summer 2015 and Fall 2015 may be submitted via AccessPlus (student tab, graduation, application).
Retirement reception: Claire Brecht, Dave Bunker, Rheon Wolske
Clerk Claire Brecht, program coordinator Dave Bunker and secretary Rheon Wolske are retiring from the department of residence.
Faculty-Staff Inspiration Awards Reception
The ISU Alumni Association will recognize its 2015 Faculty-Staff Inspiration Award recipients on May 29 at the Alumni Center. A reception with heavy appetizers and a cash bar begins at 5:30 p.m., followed by the annual meeting and awards presentation at 6:30 p.m. A dessert reception will conclude the evening's activities. The event is open to the public. Register online (see link above) or by calling 294-6525.
Sunday, 31 May 2015
Argentine Tango
This Milonga 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 socks.