Sunday, 21 Apr 2024
Christian Petersen in Context
Curator Dr. Lea Rosson DeLong, noted scholar of Christian Petersen, will examine Petersen's works of art on campus, placing them in context with his artist peers of the 1930s through the 1950s while also centering his sculptures and legacy in the greater art historical context of the 20th century.
Tuesday, 23 Apr 2024
Confronting Cancer in College
Outspoken throughout his battle with testicular cancer, Iowa State Athletics Director Jamie Pollard will share his message of encouragement and the importance of the support he received from the community through his treatment. Then, hear from the American Cancer Society On Campus student group as they share stories and resources related to personal or familial cancer experiences.
Wednesday, 24 Apr 2024
Pathways to Peace: Drawing from the Experiences of Palestinian Refugees
This talk reflects on the prospects for a peaceful resolution of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict from the perspective of Palestinian refugees, who have been marginalized in international attempts to resolve the conflict. So far, these international attempts, which have largely focused on a two-state solution have been unsuccessful. Drawing on the experiences of Palestinian refugees who have been at the center of the research Dr. Gabiam has...
Thursday, 25 Apr 2024
Brothers, Unlimited
Ben Jealous is an American civil rights leader, activist, and politician who is the seventh executive director of the Sierra Club, one of the largest and most influential environmental organizations in the United States. With a background in social justice advocacy, Ben brings a unique perspective to his role, focusing on issues of environmental justice, climate change, and conservation. Before leading the Sierra Club, he served as the...
How to Repair America's Broken Housing Systems: Jenny Schuetz Lecture
Jenny Schuetz, a Senior Fellow at the Brookings Institution, will speak about creating equitable housing policies in a lecture on "How to Repair America's Broken Housing Systems," which is the subtitle of her 2022 book "Fixer-Upper."
Friday, 26 Apr 2024
Innovation Lunch Club
Learn how the ISU Translational AI Center can work for you from program manager Jessica Bell. The Center breaks down disciplinary silos to bring together core ISU artificial intelligence researchers and subject matter interested in applying new technologies to their work.