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What is featured?

Saturday, 10 Dec 2016

Performance: The Nutcracker Ballet

Dec 10, 2016

7:30 PM

Stephens Auditorium

$22

Iowa State Center Arts, performances

This annual Iowa State Center production features choreography by Robert Thomas and Miyoko Kato Thomas of the Dancenter (Ames); over 200 local dancers from surrounding central Iowa communities; and principal dancers performing the roles of the Sugar Plum Fairy and her Cavalier.

Sunday, 11 Dec 2016

Performance: The Nutcracker Ballet

Dec 11, 2016

1:30 PM

Stephens Auditorium

$22

Iowa State Center Arts, performances

This annual Iowa State Center production features choreography by Robert Thomas and Miyoko Kato Thomas of the Dancenter (Ames); over 200 local dancers from surrounding central Iowa communities; and principal dancers performing the roles of the Sugar Plum Fairy and her Cavalier.

Performance: The Night Thoreau Spent in Jail

Dec 11, 2016

2:00 PM

Fisher Theater

Adults $18, seniors $16, students $11

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Arts, performances

"If a man does not keep pace with his companions, perhaps it is because he hears a different drummer. Let him step to the music which he hears, however measured or far away."

Women's basketball

Dec 11, 2016

2:00 PM

Hilton Coliseum

$5-$12

Athletics Athletics

Iowa State vs. Northern Illinois.

Walk-in Argentine Tango

Dec 11, 2016

4:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Workspace at the Iowa State Memorial Union

ISU 5 punches for $35, Public 5 punches for $45

The Workspace Arts, performances Diversity Student activities

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.

Monday, 12 Dec 2016

Final Exams

Dec 12, 2016

All day

Academic Affairs Academic calendar

Continues through Dec. 16.

Tuesday, 13 Dec 2016

Final Exams

Dec 13, 2016

All day

Academic Affairs Academic calendar

Continues through Dec. 16.

Team debate championships

Dec 13, 2016

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Campanile Room, Memorial Union

free

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Lectures Student activities

The top debaters from ISU's speech communication program will argue two topics: Dakota access pipeline and standardized testing in public schools.

Meeting: Faculty Senate

Dec 13, 2016

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

Great Hall, Memorial Union

free

Groups, governance Meetings, receptions

The Faculty Senate represents the general faculty of Iowa State University and participates in shared governance of the University with the administration. Senate meetings are open to the public.

Wednesday, 14 Dec 2016

Final Exams

Dec 14, 2016

All day

Academic Affairs Academic calendar

Continues through Dec. 16.

December 2016 Free Admission Day

Dec 14, 2016

9:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Reiman Gardens

Reiman Gardens

It's important to make the beauty and educational value of Reiman Gardens as available as possible to all. On the second Wednesday of every month, all guests may visit Reiman Gardens free of charge. The Gardens will still maintain its standard hours.

Art Walk: Art and the Agronomist

Dec 14, 2016

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Agronomy Building, courtyard

free

University Museums Arts, performances

Efficient, productive, sustainable, and artful? The Agronomy Building is home to the students and faculty studying, researching, and discovering more efficient, productive, and sustainable agriculture practices for Iowa and the world. It is also home to several beautiful works of art. Join University Museums as we explore and discuss the artwork that inhabits the Agronomy Building and how those works of art tie into the mission of the program.

Retirement reception: Lana Voga

Dec 14, 2016

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Printing Services, 2333 Kooser Dr.

free

Operations and Finance Division Meetings, receptions

Lana Voga, customer service coordinator for Printing and Copy Services, is retiring from Iowa State on Jan. 4, 2017.

Artful Yoga

Dec 14, 2016

5:30 PM - 6:30 PM

Christian Petersen Art Museum, 1017 Morrill Hall

free

University Museums Arts, performances

This practice will enrich your yoga experience by going beyond the physical and inviting an artistic perspective to your awareness. This month we will focus on words, how we use them and interpret them. Please arrive early for a discussion on the month's topic beginning at 5:15. The practice will begin at 5:30. No yoga experience is necessary, but please bring your own mat.

Thursday, 15 Dec 2016

Final exams

Dec 15, 2016

All day

Academic Affairs Academic calendar

Continues through Dec. 16.

Retirement reception: Judy Hankins

Dec 15, 2016

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

3150 Beardshear Hall

free

Receptions and open houses Meetings, receptions

Judy Hankins, assistant to the senior vice president of business and finance (now the division of finance), is retiring after 39 years of service at Iowa State.

2016 Gift Shop Stocking Stuffer Night

Dec 15, 2016

4:30 PM - 8:00 PM

Reiman Gardens

Reiman Gardens

Visit the Gift Shop to finish your holiday shopping. Shop for unique items for gifts and stocking stuffers.

Crafty Cocktail Night: Leaf Stamping Can Drive

Dec 15, 2016

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Reiman Gardens

Reiman Gardens

Visit the Gardens after hours for Crafty Cocktails, and create a different recycled or re-purposed craft to celebrate environmental stewardship, while you sip on adult beverages in a beautiful setting!

Friday, 16 Dec 2016

Final Exams

Dec 16, 2016

All day

Academic Affairs Academic calendar

Continues through Dec. 16.

Graduate College students: graduation approval

Dec 16, 2016

All day

Academic Affairs Academic calendar

Graduate College: Last day to have your POSC approved for Spring 2017 graduation.

Dramatic Skies in Watercolor with Erna Waterman

Dec 16, 2016

1:00 PM - 3:30 PM

Reiman Gardens

Reiman Gardens

Soft, wispy clouds, golden sunsets and stormy skies are all possible paintings in this watercolor workshop taught by Reiman Gardens' featured artist, Erna Waterman.

Farewell reception: Dorian Garrick

Dec 16, 2016

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Kildee Hall atrium

free

College of Agriculture and Life Sciences Meetings, receptions

Dorian Garrick, professor of animal science and holder since 2007 of the Jay Lush Endowed Chair in Animal Breeding and Genetics, is returning to Massey University in New Zealand.

Saturday, 17 Dec 2016

Butterfly Blizzard

Dec 17, 2016

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

Reiman Gardens

Reiman Gardens

Come in from the cold to experience a different kind of blizzard - a butterfly blizzard in Reiman Gardens' Christina Reiman Butterfly Wing! You won't want to miss this opportunity to release your very own butterfly in this tropical, indoor garden.

Fall 2016 University Commencement

Dec 17, 2016

1:30 PM

Hilton Coliseum

Academic Affairs Academic calendar

Undergraduate and graduate university commencement ceremony.

Sunday, 18 Dec 2016

Women's basketball

Dec 18, 2016

2:00 PM

Hilton Coliseum

$5-$12

Athletics Athletics

Iowa State vs. Delaware State.

Monday, 19 Dec 2016

Farewell reception: Cheryl Morris

Dec 19, 2016

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Kildee Hall atrium

free

College of Agriculture and Life Sciences Meetings, receptions

Cheryl Morris, assistant professor of animal science, has accepted a position as chief conservation officer at Henry Doorly Zoo, Omaha.

Tuesday, 20 Dec 2016

Open house/customer appreciation: Chemistry Stores

Dec 20, 2016

8:30 AM - 2:00 PM

1400 Gilman Hall

free

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Meetings, receptions

Sponsored by Fisher Scientific. Breakfast and lunch items will be served throughout the day.

Retirement reception: Gary Polking

Dec 20, 2016

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

1102 Molecular Biology Building

Research Meetings, receptions

Gary Polking, DNA facility manager in the office of biotechnology, is retiring on Jan. 4, 2017.

Grade Processing

Dec 20, 2016

2:15 PM

Academic Affairs Academic calendar

Final grades due on Bb Learn or AccessPlus.