Thursday, 03 Nov 2011
Intermediate Knitting Class: Socks with Sara Cady
Learn to work with small needles and sock yarns, how to correctly size for your foot, good sock construction, different heel and toe techniques, and toe up and top down cast-ons.
Object Lessons: Conserving John Bloom's Post Office Murals
John Bloom (1906-2002), an artist whose best-known works were produced during the Depression, notably his New Deal post office murals in the towns of DeWitt and Tipton, Iowa. When the preparatory studies for the murals came to ISU in 2003, they were full of holes made during the transfer process. Join University Museums staff for a discussion on how these murals were restored and what an object goes through during the conservation process.
Science Cafe
ISU economics professor and CARD director Bruce Babcock will present an informal talk, "Black Gold: Why Iowa Land Prices have Doubled in Value," followed by questions, answers and discussion. The evening begins with a social gathering at 6:30 p.m.; all are welcome.
SUB Film: Crazy, Stupid, Love.
Cyclone Cinema presents Crazy, Stupid, Love!
EcoMind: Changing the Way We Think, to Create the World We Want
Frances Moore Lapp is the author of seventeen books including the three-million copy Diet for a Small Planet. Her new book, EcoMind, argues that the way we look at today's environmental challenges robs us of power and prevents us from positive action. From global hunger to the environmental crisis, we have the resources we need to make a difference, but what Lapp calls our "thought traps" hold us back. She is the cofounder...
SUB Film: Crazy, Stupid, Love.
Cyclone Cinema presents Crazy, Stupid, Love!
Friday, 04 Nov 2011
Literacy Week: Bring it Back to Childhood
Lambda Theta Nu sorority's Literacy Week: Bring your favorite children's book and share it with us, while we enjoy some refreshments and cupcakes for only $1. After sharing books, we will have the chance to create our own children book, sharing our experiences as college students.
Open forum: Effectiveness of the Resource Management Model
Members of the campus committee coordinating a review of the 3-year-old budget model will take comments and respond to questions or concerns about how the model has worked, including effects on the university culture. All faculty and staff are invited.
Open forum: Associate VP for human resource services candidate
Warren Hills, associate vice president of human resources at Ferris State University, Big Rapids, Mich.
Making Your Career in Feature Film Visual Effects
Garman Herigstad has worked in the feature film and broadcast advertising industry for the past 25 years, most recently as the senior technical director on "The Green Lantern" for Sony Pictures Imageworks. He will talk about making feature film effects and how students can prepare themselves for this kind of career.
Friday Night Music with Edgardo Rivera and Son de Trova
Edgardo Rivera, accompanied by Son de Trova, will perform and discuss the history and cultural significance of one of Puerto Rico's most traditional musical genres. Son de Trova is certified by the Puerto Rican Culture Institute as one of the official groups that disseminates Puerto Rican autochthonous music. They will also be performing Saturday, November 5, 6:30-8:30 p.m. in the Collegiate United Methodist Church Lower Level and at...
SUB Film: Crazy, Stupid, Love.
Cyclone Cinema presents Crazy, Stupid, Love!
Amy Grant & Michael W. Smith
Multi-platinum recording artists Amy Grant and Michael W. Smith have announced plans for a multi-city U.S. tour that will reunite these two iconic singer/songwriters for the first time on the road together (for a non-holiday tour) in more than two decades for the "2 Friends" tour.
Dance social
Free dance social hosted by the ISU Ballroom Dance Club. Singles welcome. Dress is casual.
ISU Theatre production of "Love's Labor's Lost"
The King of Navarre and three of his companions take a vow to devote themselves to study for three years and during that time they will have nothing to do with women. However, when the four men meet the Princess of France and her ladies, the original vow turns to one of eternal love, but is the second vow any more enduring than the first? One of Shakespeare's earliest comedies.
SUB Film: Crazy, Stupid, Love.
Cyclone Cinema presents Crazy, Stupid, Love!
Saturday, 05 Nov 2011
Cyclone Central tailgate
Tailgate begins 3 hrs. before kickoff and ends 30 min. prior to kickoff. Buffet meal provided by Hickory Park is available for $12 for members and $17 for non-members. Must preregister for meal.
Football
ISU vs. Kansas.
Volleyball
ISU vs. Texas Tech.
Diwali Night
"Diwali" (or "Deepawali"), popularly known as the festival of lights, is one of the most important festivals of the year and is celebrated in families by performing traditional activities together in their homes. Come and celebrate Diwali with the Indian Students Association and Enjoy a night of Indian performances and food (dinner served at 8 p.m.).
An Evening with Edgardo Rivera and Son de Trova
Edgardo Rivera, accompanied by Son de Trova, will perform and discuss the history and cultural significance of one of Puerto Rico's most traditional musical genres. Son de Trova is certified by the Puerto Rican Culture Institute as one of the official groups that disseminates Puerto Rican autochthonous music. In 1997, Rivera was named champion of the prestigious Bacardi Fair, and in 2009 he was chosen to participate in "Prefiero Ser...
SUB Film: Crazy, Stupid, Love.
Cyclone Cinema presents Crazy, Stupid, Love!
ISU Theatre production of "Love's Labor's Lost"
The King of Navarre and three of his companions take a vow to devote themselves to study for three years and during that time they will have nothing to do with women. However, when the four men meet the Princess of France and her ladies, the original vow turns to one of eternal love, but is the second vow any more enduring than the first? One of Shakespeare's earliest comedies.
SUB Film: Crazy, Stupid, Love.
Cyclone Cinema presents Crazy, Stupid, Love!
Sunday, 06 Nov 2011
Men's Basketball
Iowa State vs. Grand Valley State (exh).
Chain Maille Earrings with Gail Ferlazzo
Learn how to make several different styles of chain maille earrings with colored, glass or rubber rings, perhaps combined with drop beads.
Inside the Artist's Studio with Mark Chidister
Mark Chidister, associate professor in Art and Design, will provide a first-hand account of a furniture maker's journey through the worlds of design and technique, and will give the audience a unique look into the life and creative process of a maker.
ISU Theatre production of "Love's Labor's Lost"
The King of Navarre and three of his companions take a vow to devote themselves to study for three years and during that time they will have nothing to do with women. However, when the four men meet the Princess of France and her ladies, the original vow turns to one of eternal love, but is the second vow any more enduring than the first? One of Shakespeare's earliest comedies.
SUB Film: Crazy, Stupid, Love.
Cyclone Cinema presents Crazy, Stupid, Love!
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.