Wednesday, 29 Mar 2017
Getting Started with Arduino, Raspberry Pi and Makey Makey
This workshop introduces the basics, pros, and cons of Arduino, Raspberry Pi, and Makey Makey, three microcontrollers which allow interactions between computers and the physical world. You will get hands-on time to build simple example circuits. All types of kits are available for checkout from Parks Library for continued exploration after the workshop. Register through Learn@ISU. Keyword:LIB. Let us know if you require accommodation.
Thursday, 30 Mar 2017
Workshop: Federal Statistical Research Data Centers: Opportunities for Researchers to Use Restricted-Access Data
Speakers will address how restricted data can be used by faculty in the social sciences.
PREPARING FOR A SUCCESSFUL P&T REVIEW
Workshop for new tenure-eligible faculty hosted by Provost Wickert. Faculty, department chairs, and their mentors will receive an update on the latest P&T policies and recommendations on how to successfully prepare for a third year and P&T review. Register at Learn@ISU
Hands on History: Using Primary Sources in the Classroom
Learn about using Primary Sources. Seating is limited. Preregistration is required. Register through Learn at ISU: Library Workshops catalog. If you need disability accommodations, please contact Jody Kalvik in advance. (jkalvik@iastate.edu.)
Friday, 31 Mar 2017
Workshop: Fundraising for Success
Ready to Run Iowa is a non-partisan campaign training program to encourage women to run for elective office, position themselves for appointive office, work on a campaign or become involved in public life as leaders in their respective communities. Fee includes workshop materials, a parking pass and light refreshments. Registration is required.
Workshop: Campaign Messaging and the Media
Ready to Run Iowa is a non-partisan campaign training program to encourage women to run for elective office, position themselves for appointive office, work on a campaign or become involved in public life as leaders in their respective communities. Fee includes workshop materials, a parking pass and light refreshments. Registration is required.
Saturday, 01 Apr 2017
Workshop: Morel mushroom certification
To legally sell morel mushrooms in Iowa, sellers must complete a certification workshop that covers identifying morels and false morels. People can be poisoned by eating mushrooms that are misidentified as morels. By the end of the workshops, participants will recognize true morels from false morels. Register online.