Sunday, 01 Sep 2019
Soccer vs. Purdue
Soccer: Iowa State vs. Purdue
Cyclone Cinema: Booksmart
Amy and Molly are academic overachievers who realize on the eve of high school graduation they have missed out on special moments of their teen years. They decide to make up for lost time all in one night.
Monday, 02 Sep 2019
University holiday
University offices are closed and classes are recessed.
Tuesday, 03 Sep 2019
Walk-In Craft: Essential Oil Diffuser Bracelets
Start by finding a mix of gemstones, add a clay bead and make your stretchy bracelet. Choose an essential oil that will help you to de-stress, motivate, focus or relax and add a couple drops to clay bead. Take home a sample of oil to freshen up this new addition to your wellness toolkit.
Beginner Ukulele Lessons 1
Billy Kearney Learn the basics needed to make music on the ever-popular ukulele. It's like a guitar, only a whole lot easier! You will learn to tune your instrument and make basic chords plus how to accompany yourself or others using basic chord charts and song sheets, all in a fun and inclusive setting.
Volleyball vs. South Dakota
Volleyball: Iowa State vs. South Dakota
Drawing Class
Jordan Stout Take this opportunity to learn and develop drawing skills, whether you are a beginner who likes to doodle or an artist with experience. Students will be guided through a variety of exercises to enhance your drawing technique including line, perspective, light and shadow, and composition, while developing hand-eye coordination and confidence.
Beginner Ukulele Lessons 2
Billy Kearney For the beginner who needs help moving beyond basic strumming and open chords (ex: C, G, Am, F...). Classes will focus on improving chord changes, chords and playing techniques. Classes will be tailored to the students' skill level.
Open Mic Night
Open Mic Night gives students the chance to show off their talents to fellow peers. Many perform as musicians, comedians, and poets. Enjoy a night full of talented Iowa State Students. (Sign Up starts at 7:30 p.m. until all spots are filled)
Wednesday, 04 Sep 2019
Working with IACUC protocols using a-Tune
The Office for Responsible Research, Office of the Attending Veterinarian, and Laboratory Animal Resources are offering software training for researchers who submit IACUC or IBC protocols. Participants will learn how to navigate the new electronic protocol submission system, a-tune. Training topics will include creating and submitting a protocol, and, for animal users of LAR, how to order animals and manage animal records.
ReACT Exhibition Opening Reception
Opening reception for the first ReACT Exhibition of the fall semester: "It Starts with Us: Civility and the 21st Century Land Grant Mission."
Turquoise Bracelet Class
Terrie Hoefer Turquoise adorned royalty of ancient Egypt including Nefertiti and Cleopatra, two intelligent and powerful women. Create a lovely turquoise bracelet using wire working techniques with sterling silver, and let it remind you of your own beauty and strength.
SUB Parking Ramp Movie: Avengers Endgame
Bring a cozy blanket or a chair! Doors open at 8 p.m. and the rain location is the Sun Room in the Memorial Union.
Thursday, 05 Sep 2019
Information session: Proposed Healthy Life Center
Nancy Carroll, executive director of Heartland Senior Services and a member of the Healthy Life Center steering team, will provide a 30-minute overview of the proposed Healthy Life Center, followed by a Q&A. Refreshments will be provided. No registration needed.
Gallery Chat: Dr. Jose Antonio Rosa
Join a discussion about the ReACT exhibit, led by Dr. José Antonio Rosa, Faculty Guest Curator and Professor of Marketing.
Retirement open house: Mark L. Murphy
Mark L. Murphy, chief operating officer at Ames Laboratory, is retiring.
Happy Outdoor Painting Workshop
Create the kind of world you want to see in this oil painting class ala Bob Ross. Follow Levi Chytka using wet-on-wet oil painting technique on a canvas with basic tools. Immerse yourselves in the happy trees, little squirrels, and warm sun on the MU terrace on the west side of the building (Rain location is the Workspace).
Wheel Pottery Class
Greg Lamont Get your hands dirty and make beautiful things! Start with centering clay and pulling cylinders, the building blocks to throwing on the wheel. Move on to forming bowls, mugs, vases and plates, and learn handle-pulling, glazing and finishing techniques. Open to beginners as well as those with experience who would like to improve their skills.
Communications and Civility in Our Democracy
S.E. Cupp is a political commentator, culture critic, and host of CNN's weekly program "Unfiltered." She is recognized for encouraging honest and respectful dialogue around politics, religion, and the media in American life.
Cyclone Cinema: Rocketman
An epic musical fantasy about the uncensored human story of Sir Elton John's breakthrough years.
Friday, 06 Sep 2019
Garden Quilt Show
September 6, 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. September 7, 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., and September 8, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The annual Garden Quilt Show returns, bigger and better than ever!
Paint Your Own Pottery: Tacos, Waffles & Ramen
The three major food groups for college students should have a special bowl, plate or mug for consumption! We will show you the basics of painting your piece and fire it within a week. Studio fee is $4 for ISU and $5 for public to attend plus the cost of the bisque you select. Drop off but give yourself an hour.
Charles E. "Chick" Herbert Lecture in Architecture: Bart Akkerhuis
Bart Akkerhuis is an architect and founder of Paris-based Studio Akkerhuis, an award-winning design firm that has grown rapidly since its founding in 2014 while working on a variety of high-profile projects. He will present "In Five Short Years," the 2019 Charles E. "Chick" Herbert Lecture in Architecture, as a part of the Architecture Premiere 2019 celebration of the new academic year.
C-HOP Festival: Master Class
Orchestration at the Organ, Michael Elsbernd, guest organist.
C-HOP Festival: Recital and lecture
"Eastern European Organ and Harpsichord Music by Women Composers," Miriam Zach, ISU organ faculty.
Volleyball vs. Penn State
Volleyball: Iowa State vs. Penn State (Cyclone Invitational)
Cyclone Cinema: Rocketman
An epic musical fantasy about the uncensored human story of Sir Elton John's breakthrough years.
C-HOP Festival: Concert
Concert and live webcast featuring ISU keyboard faculty and students: Janci Bronson, piano; Mei-Hsuan Huang, piano; Tin-Shi Tam, carillon; and Miriam Zach, organ and harpsichord.
SUB Down & Dirty Swing Dance
Come join Student Union Board on the MU Terrace for a Friday night filled with swing dancing!
Saturday, 07 Sep 2019
Introduction to Ecoprinting on Fabric
Learn to create beautiful printed impressions on cotton and silk using fresh or dried leaves with Maggie Howe, of Girl with a Sword Productions.