Tuesday, 29 Nov 2011
Open forum: CELT director candidate
Cinzia Cervato is a professor of geological and atmospheric sciences. She is one of two finalists in the internal search for a director of the Center for Excellence in Learning and Teaching and co-director of ISU's learning communities program.
Iowa and Onward: The Caucuses and the 2012 Election
Charlie Cook is considered one of the nation's leading authorities on American politics and U.S. elections. He is the editor and publisher of the Cook Political Report and a political analyst for NBC News and National Journal, where he writes a twice-weekly column. He has been an election night analyst for CNN and CBS News and is a frequent guest on NBC's Meet the Press. Inaugural Harkin Institute Lecture.
ISURF: New Patent Law
ISURF is hosting a presentation on the impact of the new patent laws on universities. Presenters are patent attorneys Mike Goldman and Tate Tischner, both with the law firm of LeClairRyan, Rochester, N.Y. Pizza and beverages will be provided.
Tuesday Tea: Christmas for Victorians
Come to the Farm House Museum to enjoy tea and conversation about all things Farm House. Mark your calendar from 12:00 pm-1:00 pm and enjoy the 150 year old structure in a whole new way. Check the University Museums website to learn what the discussion topic will be. Can't make it at noon? The Farm House will be serving tea from 12 to 4 pm on Tuesdays so stop in any time. Reservations not required.
Hort Club: Poinsettia sale
Poinsettia sales by the ISU Horticulture Club. Many varieties and sizes available. Proceeds of the sale help club members pay for educational trips and speakers, registration at conferences and competitions, and practical hands-on learning.
Wednesday, 30 Nov 2011
Hort Club: Poinsettia sale
Poinsettia sales by the ISU Horticulture Club. Many varieties and sizes available. Proceeds of the sale help club members pay for educational trips and speakers, registration at conferences and competitions, and practical hands-on learning.
College of Veterinary Medicine: Ramsey Lecture
"Ecology and Evolution of West Nile Virus," Laura Kramer, State University of New York, Albany. A research poster session precedes the lecture at 11:15 a.m. in the west (fish tank) lobby.
Retirement reception: Al Vogl
Vogl is a greenhouse and building manager in the agronomy department.
Sustainable Agriculture Colloquium
Urban Sustainable Agriculture. Presenter: Reginaldo Haslett-Marroquin, Rural Enterprise Center
Artist's Reception: Jeremiah Elbel's "Anonymous" Exhibit
Artist Jeremiah Elbel is hosting a reception for his current exhibit "Anonymous." Meet the artist and see his recent work. This will be one of the last times to catch this show as it closes on Monday, December 4.
Keep Friendship Alive: Partying Smart and Keeping Friends Safe
Erica Upshaw shares her unique approach to risk management for the party-centric social scene on college campuses. Upshaw does not preach alcohol abstinence but challenges students to openly question behavior they know to be reckless and potentially fatal. She provides information to help students make good decisions when using alcohol socially.
Men's Basketball
Iowa State vs. Northern Iowa.
ISU Jazz Combos
Michael Giles, coach