Monday, 13 Apr 2009
Horticulture seminar
"Horticultural Evaluation of Zein-based Bioplastic Containers," Matt Helgeson, ISU horticulture graduate student.
Lecture: Uncommon success in business
"The Adversity Paradox: Achieving Uncommon Success in Business," Barry Griswell, Community Foundation of Greater Des Moines; and Bob Jennings, Lean Management Inc.
Tuesday, 14 Apr 2009
IG Workshop: Microbial Metagenomics
"Insights into the Termite Hindgut Microbiome Using Metagenomics," Phil Hugenholtz, U.S. Department of Energy Joint Genome Institute, Walnut Creek, Calif.
Lecture: "He's Just Not That into You"
"He's Just Not That Into You!" Comedian and author Greg Behrendt.
Wednesday, 15 Apr 2009
Presentation: "Copyright and Fair Use: When Can You Copy Images to WebCT?"
Library faculty Rebecca Jackson and Diana Shonrock will explain copyright and fair use as it relates to research and teaching.
Artist's Lecture: "Intimate Beauty"
Beej Nierengarten-Smith is a contemporary printmaker and multimedia artist, specializing in photolithography, Japanese woodcuts, digital images and etching. She will provide a first-hand account of an artist's journey through the worlds of printmaking, subject matter, and interpretation, and will give the audience a unique look into the life and creative process of an artist.
Intimate Beauty - Beej Nierengarten Smith
Beej Nierengarten-Smith is a contemporary printmaker and multimedia artist, specializing in photolithography, Japanese woodcuts, digital images and etching. Her subject matter includes geographic icons, political and social commentary as well as fantasy and humor. Nierengarten-Smith will provide a first-hand account of an artist's journey through the worlds of printmaking, subject matter, and interpretation, and will give her audience a...
Lecture: Unfinished Business!
After 15 years as dean of the College of Design, Mark Engelbrecht will step down from his post in June 2009. In this presentation, he will reflect on his 50-year relationship with Iowa State University (beginning when he was a student in the 1960s) and offer his vision for the college's future.
Panel discussion: Freedom of the press without press
"Can There Be Freedom of the Press without a Press," Ken Fuson, former features reporter for the Des Moines Register and Steve Buttry, editor of the Cedar Rapids Gazette. Moderated by Michael Bugeja, director of the ISU Greenlee School of Journalism. Part of the First Amendment Day Celebration.
Thursday, 16 Apr 2009
Feast on the First Amendment
Food, music, drama, soap box debates & exhibits mark this annual event. Part of the First Amendment Day Celebration.
Lecture: Brown Bag
"Dinosaurs through a Child's Eyes" presented by Mavis Butler and her 2nd grade class from Fellows Elementary
Lecture: Dinosaurs through a Child's Eyes
"Dinosaurs through a Child's Eyes," Mavis Butler and her 2nd grade class from Fellows Elementary.
The Freedom to Know: Freedom of Information and Open Government in the 21st Century
Panelists include Clark Kauffman, Perry Beeman, Lisa Rood and Tom Barton of the Des Moines Register as well as Lauris Olson of Ames365.com. Part of the First Amendment Day Celebration.
Lecture: Making more math majors
"Increasing the Number of Mathematics Majors," William Yslas Vélez, University of Arizona, Tucson. Vélez is a recruiter of mathematics students and an award-winning promoter of math education among Latinos. In his talk, he will describe his efforts in encouraging students that a mathematics major is a great career choice. Reception begins at 3:45; Lecture at 4:10 p.m.
Lecture and discussion: Energy, agriculture and food production
"Energy and Its Relationship to Agriculture and Food Production," energy expert Eldon Boes. Moderated by Pat Boddy, Polk County Conservation. Part of the Engineering Thematic Year on Energy and Sustainability.
Lecture: First Amendment Day keynote address
"Spreading the Gospel of the First Amendment," Odell McGhee, Polk County district court judge.
Lecture: "Zen Buddhism and Creativity"
"Zen Buddhism and Creativity," Thomas Kasulis, Ohio State University, Columbus.
Friday, 17 Apr 2009
Distinguished Alumni Seminar: History of the Cell Phone
Presented by Donald Linder (BSEE '65), retired corporate vice president, Motorola. Part of the Centennial celebration of the department of electrical and computer engineering.
VEISHEA Opening Ceremony
Iowa State University football coach Paul Rhoads will speak.
Tour: ISU's Virtual Reality Experience
Tour includes a 15-minute presentation and demos of various virtual reality software. These tours are open to the public, but online preregistration is required. Seating is limited to 260. Appropriate for elementary ages through adults.
Geology Seminar
Gary Parker, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, IL "Natural Levees of Rivers and Deep-Sea Channels on Submarine Fans: So Near and Yet so Far"
Saturday, 18 Apr 2009
Workshop: Nature Journaling
Being in nature, and opening our eyes to the natural world, allows us to escape the bustle of our daily lives.
VEISHEA Comedy with Bill Burr
Bill Burr first gained notoriety for his recurring role on the second season of Chappelle's Show, but has gone on to become a regular performer on the Late Show with David Letterman and to have his own HBO Half Hour Special.