Wednesday, 01 Jan 2014
Reception: Life of Sierra Leone exhibit
"Life of Sierra Leone," photographs by Radford Davis, ISU associate professor of public health. Meet the artist and experience the compelling story of life in Sierra Leone.
Monday, 06 Jan 2014
Farewell: Mike Persia
Farewell for Mike Persia, assistant professor of animal science, who is joining the faculty at Virginia Tech University. A brief program will begin at 10:15 a.m. Coffee and refreshments will be served.
Thursday, 09 Jan 2014
Meeting: Professional and Scientific Council
P&S Council meetings are open to the public.
Friday, 10 Jan 2014
Retirement: Hank Harris
Reception for Hank Harris, professor of animal science, who is retiring after 33 years of service at the university. A brief program will begin at 4 p.m.
Tuesday, 14 Jan 2014
Retirement reception: John R. Anderson
John Anderson, assistant to the president for communications, is retiring after nearly 33 years of service to Iowa State.
Wednesday, 15 Jan 2014
Reception: Women Impacting ISU calendar
The 2014 Women Impacting ISU calendar will be unveiled. The 12 women (four students, eight faculty/staff members) featured on the calendar were chosen by a selection committee based on their achievements in teaching, research, service, administration and various other campus activities. The event is hosted by the Carrie Chapman Catt Center for Women and Politics.
Thursday, 16 Jan 2014
P&S Council: Professional development seminar
"Tame the E-mail Beast," Randy Dean, time management consultant and trainer.
Public meeting: Proposed Ames Convention Center renovation and expansion
This is one of three public meetings the Ames Convention & Visitors Bureau will host today to give Ames voters a chance to learn more about the public vote on March 4 for the proposed renovations and expansion of the Scheman Building at the Iowa State Center. Meetings also begin at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. in the same location.
Tuesday, 21 Jan 2014
Meeting: Faculty Senate
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.
Retirement reception: Lester Schmerr
Professor of aerospace engineering Lester Schmerr, also affiliated with the Center for Nondestructive Evaluation, is retiring. RSVPs requested by Jan. 15 to Mary McGraw.
Friday, 24 Jan 2014
Opening reception: "Aphasia: Paintings by Dr. Steven Nissen"
This exhibition features about 20 acrylic paintings on canvas by former animal science professor Steven Nissen, who experienced a debilitating stroke in August 2008.
Monday, 27 Jan 2014
Open forum: Emilio Bunel, candidate for Ames Laboratory director
Emilio Bunel is division director, chemical sciences and engineering, Argonne National Laboratory, Argonne, Ill. All are invited to attend the open forum.
Wednesday, 29 Jan 2014
Meeting: Men of Color Collective
The Men of Color Collective is a student-led group supported by Multicultural Student Affairs focusing on leadership, support and development of historically marginalized males at ISU. Programming and discussions focus on five key pillars: support, safety, skills, scholarship and success. All ISU community members are welcome.
Thursday, 30 Jan 2014
Open forum: Patricia Thiel, candidate for Ames Laboratory director
Patricia Thiel is a faculty scientist, Ames Laboratory. All are invited to attend the open forum.
Public hearing: Regents' agenda
At this public hearing, individuals have an opportunity to provide early input on agenda items for the state Board of Regents Feb. 5-6 meeting in Cedar Falls.
Friday, 31 Jan 2014
Research workshop: Engaging in Industry-sponsored Research
ISU Research Foundation executive director Lisa Lorenzen will lead a discussion on the differences between engaging in research sponsored by industry and the federal government. Participants are welcome to bring their lunch; cookies will be provided.
Retirement reception: Vern Hawkins
Hawkins, assistant director in enrollment services, is retiring. A program will begin at 2:30 p.m.
Farewell reception: Lisa (Jones) Smith
Lisa Smith, a systems analyst with IT Services, is leaving after 14 years of service to the department. Refreshments will be served.