Monday, 10 Apr 2023
Monday Monologues series
"Stepping Out," featuring the Cantamus, Lyrica, and Count Me In ensembles conducted by Jennifer Rodgers, assistant director of choral activities. Hear a concert of joyful, light-filled music. The women's ensembles will share sounds of summer and light, Irish reels and ballads, and contemporary favorites in close harmony. Rain location: first floor, Grant Wood mural lobby.
Presumed Guilty: The FBI's Baseless Hunt for IP Theft by Chinese Academics
Xiaoxing Xi is the Laura H. Carnell Professor of Physics at Temple University. Prior to joining Temple in 2009, he was a Professor of Physics and Materials Science and Engineering at the Pennsylvania State University. Since 2015, he has spoken out actively for open fundamental research and against racial profiling and received the American Physical Society 2020 Andrei Sakharov Prize for his effort.
The Neurobiological Basis of Trauma-Informed Care
Barbara Hansen Lecture in Early Childhood Development Experience shapes the architecture of the brain and informs behavior. The effects of traumatic experiences on young children are well documented and sobering. By understanding the neurobiological basis of trauma, early childhood professionals will be uniquely positioned to provide trauma-informed care that is developmentally appropriate and fosters resilience. Understanding the...
Tuesday, 11 Apr 2023
Frederick Douglass Patterson's America: Reimagining a Democracy
The College of Veterinary Medicine is celebrating the centennial of the graduation of Dr. Frederick Douglass Patterson, who was the fourth Black graduate of the veterinary college. Dr. Patterson became president of Tuskegee Institute where he established its College of Veterinary Medicine, College of Engineering, and the aviation program that later developed into the Tuskegee Airmen. He also founded the United Negro College Fund.
9MM Beats 9-1-1 Every Time
Paige Roux is the host of TPUSAââ'¬â"¢s weekly show, Reloaded, hosted on TPUSA LIVE. Each week, Paige carefully explains the intricacies of Americaââ'¬â"¢s most popular firearms, shares important firearm safety protocols, and even shoots some of her favorite weapons at her own private range. Paige is a Senior Firearms Instructor and Training Coordinator for Shooterââ'¬â"¢s World in Phoenix, Arizona ââ'¬" one of the largest chains of indoor firing...
Industry Perspectives and Emerging Trends in the Global Agriculture
Tim Glenn, executive vice president of the seed business unit at Corteva Agriscience, has spent more than 30 years serving in the agriculture industry. His global leadership has spanned all facets of the industry including seeds, crop protection, sales, marketing, integrated operations and commercial effectiveness. Glenn is an Iowa State graduate.
Wednesday, 12 Apr 2023
Challenges to U.S. Foreign Policy in the Middle East: The War in Ukraine
Mouin Rabbani is a researcher, analyst, and commentator specializing in Palestinian affairs, the Arab-Israeli conflict, and the contemporary Middle East. He has previously served asââ'¬Â¯Principal Political Affairs Officer with the Office of the UN Special Envoy for Syria, Head of Middle East with Crisis Management Initiative/Martti Ahtisaari Peace Foundation.
GPSS 2023 Conference Keynotes
Michael Brown and Rachel A. Smith, both assistant professors in Student Affairs and Higher Education, will present on their models and research findings related to gradate student support, wellbeing, and community generation.
Thursday, 13 Apr 2023
Seeking Justice When a Teenage Victim Fights Back
Pieper Lewis was 15 when she fatally stabbed her rapist more than 30 times in June 2020 in a Des Moines apartment. She pleaded guilty in June 2021 to voluntary manslaughter and willful injury. Pieperââ'¬â"¢s legal team, led by Assistant State Public Defenders Matthew Sheeley, Magdalena Reese, and Paul White, worked tirelessly to seek justice for Pieper who faced up to 20 years in prison.