Sunday, 26 Feb 2023
Faculty Tour of "Telling Tales"
Join Dr. Jodi Sterle, Professor of Animal Science, as she shares how for thousands of years art has told the stories of the connections between animals and the humans who care for them.
Argentine Tango Drop-In Lessons
This Milonga (dance party) is a multi-level class with lots of time to enjoy the music and dance. Classes meet every Sunday and drop-ins are welcome. Purchase a dance punch card and attend as often as your schedule allows. Open to ages 18+.
Cyclone Cinema: Devotion
Cyclone Cinema is presented by the Student Union Board and showcases a variety of film genres, screening a different movie every weekend Thursday - Sunday during the semester. Sunday film screenings are in open caption format. All other screenings can be open caption as well, as long as the request is made to the staff prior to the movie starting.
Monday, 27 Feb 2023
Webinar: Career Preparation in the Land Grant Tradition
Learn how to inspire and prepare students in the land-grant tradition, informing constituents that we are focusing on excellence in learning and teaching. Come away with new approaches to career development, using internet and blog sites and see how theoretical classes, such as media ethics, can be transformed via individual projects that highlight what students have learned while at Iowa State University.
Opening reception: Fashion / Existence / Myth
Explore the "Fashion / Existence / Myth" exhibit, enjoy light snacks and listen to a short lecture at 4:30 p.m. The exhibit is curated by graduate students Zahra Falsafi and Amanda Ortiz-Pellot, and Kelly Reddy-Best, associate professor in apparel, events, and hospitality management.
The Center: Gender Expansive Social
Enjoy snacks and conversation with people that share your identity. Meet with one of the many lesser recognized genders (such as nonbinary, agender, genderfluid, and more).
Banquet: 25 Year Club
The 25 Year Club honors employees who have served the university for 25, 35, 45 or 50 consecutive years at this annual banquet. Social hour starts at 5 p.m., followed by dinner and the ceremony. Reservations are required.
High on the Hog: How African American Cuisine Transformed America
Jessica B. Harris is considered by many to be one of the ranking authorities on the food of the African Diaspora. A New York Times bestselling author, she is the author, editor, or translator of eighteen books, including twelve cookbooks documenting the foodways of the African Diaspora. Her award-winning book, High on the Hog, was the basis for the acclaimed Netflix series of the same name.
Men's Basketball vs. West Virginia
Iowa State men's basketball vs. West Virginia. Game dates and times are subject to change.
Tuesday, 28 Feb 2023
The Unplugging: (Re)Writing the Apocalypse
In this online event, Yvette Nolan will discuss her creative work as a playwright and theatrical director. Ms. Nolan’s play, The Unplugging, tells the story of two women who are exiled from their village in a post-apocalyptic world, after passing child-bearing age. Ms. Nolan's talk will be followed by a Q&A. Webex Link: https://iastate.webex.com/iastate/j.php?MTID=m47efe5857ba7fb28f7acdbce186948b7
Leaders Workshop Series: Creating & Updating Constitutions
Constitutions can be difficult to navigate when you're first starting out, or even if you're looking to complete amendments. Find out more about the process to make your constitution work for you.
Songwriter Showcase: J. Jeffrey Messerole and Sara Routh
Iowa singers, songwriters J. Jeffrey Messerole and Sara Routh will perform as part of the Goldfinch Room Iowa Songwriters Showcase at Stephens Auditorium.
Open Mic Night
ISU students - are you looking to impress your fellow Cyclones with your singing, comedy, chainsaw juggling, or other talents? Then don't miss Open Mic Night at the M-Shop! (No chainsaw juggling, please)
Wednesday, 01 Mar 2023
ISCORE Preconference
A professional development opportunity for faculty, professional and merit staff. These sessions provide a structured environment to enhance your understanding and sensitivity to cultural differences. Many of the sessions will focus on providing tools to improve employee interactions and create inclusive workspaces. Registration (free) is requested.
Bicycling, Birding, and #BLM Across America in a Summer of Chaos
Speaker: Dr. Scott V. Edwards Dr. Scott V. Edwards is the Alexander Agassiz Professor of Organismal and Evolutionary Biology at Harvard University and the Curator of Ornithology at Harvard's associated museum, the Museum of Comparative Zoology. More lecture details to come.
Thursday, 02 Mar 2023
Travel and Event Services Showcase
University employees are invited to visit with representatives from external suppliers and internal service units to learn more about resources available to assist with planning for future events and travel.
Workshop: Supporting student-centered learning through open pedagogy
In this workshop, participants will learn about open pedagogy, a student-centered and project-based learning practice, and how it you can integrate this practice into your courses effectively. Registration required.
College-by-College Pitch Off Finale
Students from each of Iowa State's colleges will pitch their business ideas for the chance to win up to $5,000.
Meeting: Professional and Scientific Council
The P&S Council is a representative body elected by, and responsible to, Professional and Scientific employees at Iowa State University. Meetings are open to the public.
Curator's Tour of "Growing Up Victorian"
Join intern Travis Berhenke (History '23) for an in-depth look at the "Growing Up Victorian" exhibition that he curated at the Farm House Museum. Explore themes of education, literature, chores and play from 1880 to 1910 in this historic home setting.
Blood at the Root: A Discussion of Forsyth County, GA
Patrick Phillips will discuss his search for the truth about his own hometown, where in 1912 hundreds of local white people used arson, lynching, and mob violence to drive out the entire Black populationâ€"and then kept them out for nearly a century. Having been raised in America’s most notorious “white county,†Phillips will talk about his awakening from the willful ignorance of white supremacy, and how he joined the struggle for...
Cyclone Cinema: She Said
Cyclone Cinema is presented by the Student Union Board and showcases a variety of film genres, screening a different movie every weekend Thursday - Sunday during the semester. Sunday film screenings are in open caption format. All other screenings can be open caption as well, as long as the request is made to the staff prior to the movie starting.
Performance: Bobby Weir and Wolf Bros
Led by Bob Weir alongside Don Was, Jay Lane and Jeff Chimenti--The band will once again be joined by The Wolfpack, a string and brass quintet which features Alex Kelly, Brian Switzer, Adam Theis, Mads Tolling and Sheldon Brown, along with Barry Sless on pedal steel performing the expansive catalogue of Grateful Dead, Bobby's solo albums and more.
CANCELLED: Comedy Night: Sara Schaefer
- THIS SHOW HAS BEEN CANCELLED - In her new solo show, critically acclaimed stand-up comedian, writer, and artist Sara Schaefer teaches you how to unlock your potential in this fake(?) seminar about defeating your hecklers, developing your TS (thick skin), and achieving total perfect comedy success. No matter your walk of life, you can make your dreams come true simply by Going Up!
Friday, 03 Mar 2023
Iowa State Conference on Race and Ethnicity
ISCORE is the university's local initiative designed to provide an ongoing platform of sharing and applying new knowledge through presentations and workshops. The conference supports the university's Mission to "create, share and apply knowledge ... and make Iowa and the world a better place." Registration (free) is requested.
Artist Reception: Biorenewables Research Lab
The Biorenewables Research Laboratory collaborated with several Ames artisans to produce new artwork for the Biorenewables Research Laboratory entryway. Artists represented in the collection include the College of Design's Reinaldo Correa-Diaz, Chris Martin, Joe Muench and Ingrid Lilligren. Registration requested by Feb. 24. Refreshments provided.
Cyclone Cinema: She Said
Cyclone Cinema is presented by the Student Union Board and showcases a variety of film genres, screening a different movie every weekend Thursday - Sunday during the semester. Sunday film screenings are in open caption format. All other screenings can be open caption as well, as long as the request is made to the staff prior to the movie starting.
Performance: Lviv National Philharmonic Orchestra of Ukraine
The program will feature Brahms - Tragic Overture; Brahms - Piano Concerto No. 1 in D minor Op 15 and Dvorak - Symphony No. 9 (New World) in E Minor Op 95 with soloist Oksana Rapita. Rapita, one of the most prominent Ukrainian pianists of the present day, tours extensively abroad and has performed in more than 20 premieres of Ukrainian and foreign composers.
Saturday, 04 Mar 2023
Sorkshop: Smart Start Small Business
A "crash course" workshop for anyone who has ever considered starting a business. Topics include insurance, intellectual property, business organization, registration, and operations, presented by local business professionals. Registration requested.
Women's Basketball vs. Texas Tech
Iowa State women's basketball vs. Texas Tech. Game dates and times are subject to change.