Thursday, 08 Jan 2009
Lecture: "Landscape Before Time"
"The Landscape Before Time," a discussion about the 2009 theme year with Reiman Gardens' Lisa Orgler.
Wednesday, 14 Jan 2009
LET FREEDOM RING - Tin-Shi Tam, carilloneur
A carillon concert in honor of Dr. King by Tin-Shi Tam, carilloneur.
Distinguished Lecture: Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering
Douglas Comer, vice president of research collaboration, Cisco Systems, and distinguished professor of computer science, Purdue University, presents "Lessons Learned from the Internet Project." Comer will discuss a series of lessons drawn from the Internet experience that may help us better understand how to proceed with new research.
Tuesday, 20 Jan 2009
Live broadcast: Presidential Inauguration
Enjoy coffee and snacks while watching on the big screen of the Maintenance Shop as President-elect Barack Obama and the Vice President-elect Joseph Biden have the oath of office administered by Chief Justice John Roberts and Associate Justice John Paul Stevens.
Wednesday, 21 Jan 2009
Lecture: In Depth at Reiman Gardens
"In Depth at Reiman Gardens," explore the butterfly wing basement. Bring your lunch.
Science Cafe: Jill Pruetz
"Chimps: They're More Human Than You Think," Jill Pruetz, ISU anthropology. Refreshments will be served.
Thursday, 22 Jan 2009
MLK Celebration
Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Musical performances and speakers celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. King. The Advancing One Community Awards will be presented. Birthday cake graciously donated by ISU Dining Services.
Monday, 26 Jan 2009
Horticulture seminar
"A Double Shot at Green: Two Studies in Environmental Management," Frank Montabon, ISU logistics, operations and management information systems.
Tuesday, 27 Jan 2009
Lecture: Manning Marable, MLK keynote speaker
Manning Marable, Columbia University, New York, was the founding director of the Center for Contemporary Black History and the Institute for Research in African-American Studies, which has become one of the nation's most prestigious centers of scholarship on the black American experience.
Wednesday, 28 Jan 2009
ISU ADVANCE: Panel discussion
"ISU ADVANCE Collaborative Transformation: Enhancing the Academic Work Environment," a presentation and panel discussion led by Sharon Bird, ISU ADVANCE director. Panelists include Kristen Constant, ISU materials science and engineering; Fred Janzen, ISU ecology, evolution and organismal biology; and Jo Anne Powell-Coffman, ISU genetics, development and cell biology. Program lasts through 4:30 p.m.
Thursday, 29 Jan 2009
Panel discussion: A Campus Conversation on Diversity
Join students, faculty, and staff in a conversation about diversity on Iowa State's campus. Panelists will discuss their experiences in the classroom, workplace, and in community life. The panel will be moderated by Barbara Woods, an extension specialist in family and consumer sciences. Part of the Martin Luther King Jr. Day Celebration.
Lecture: Reducing energy demand
"Reducing Energy Demand through Conservation," Alan K. Meier, University of California, Davis. The discussion will be moderated by Mark Kushner, collegiate professor of electrical engineering and computer science and director of the Michigan Institute for Plasma Science and Engineering. Part of the Engineering Thematic Year on Energy and Sustainability.
Friday, 30 Jan 2009
Planetarium show
The planetarium show is for all ages, followed by a star-gazing session (weather permitting).