Monday, 14 Sep 2015
Statistics Seminar
"Mixed-Mode Solutions to the People Challenges Facing Web Surveys", Don Dillman, Regents Professor, Department of Sociology and The Social and Economic Sciences Research Center, Washington State University, Pullman
Beginner Photography Class
A four week course on Mondays, September 7, September 14, September 21, and September 28 from 6:00 to 8:30 p.m. Join professional photographer and instructor Mark Stoltenberg, for a four-part class covering the basics of photography.
Music & Art Class
In this 4-week course, we'll discuss the co-relationship of music and art and then practice that harmony by producing music-related art.
Superhero Cross Stitch Workshop
Ka-Pow! Characters from DC and Marvel Comics will be pixilated into patterns that you will learn to read and follow. Choose your favorite for stitching. Thwip! Snikt! Bamf!
Lecture: Nicholas Kristof
World Affairs Series Keynote: "Why We Should Care About the World and Want to Change It." Kristof is a Pulitzer Prize-winning columnist for the New York Times.
Tuesday, 15 Sep 2015
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.
Indoor/Outdoor Portrait Photography Class
This is a four week course on Tuesdays, September 1, September 8, September 15, and September 22 from 6:00 to 8:30 p.m. Join beloved photo instructor Mark Stoltenberg, for a class exploring the "how-to" of taking great pictures whether indoors or outside.
Sentinel Plant Network First Detector Training
Reiman Gardens' staff will take you through the steps to become a certified First Detector, in the ever-increasing effort to detect and diagnose "high-consequence" pests and pathogens, such as the emerald ash borer and the Asian long-horned beetle.
Workshop: Floral Design
Arrangement Theme: "Garden Party Arrangements" - These arrangements feature a variety of flowers that look just-picked from the garden. Ready for the spotlight, they're sure to please the nature lover. Learn the tips and skills used by professionals and create your own one-of-a-kind floral designs.
Lecture: The Encyclical of Pope Francis on Ecology
Anne Clifford, Msgr. James A. Supple Chair in Catholic Studies at Iowa State, will examine Pope Francis's encyclical letter on ecology in anticipation of his visit to the United States. Msgr. James A. Supple Lecture Series
Open Mic Night
Open mic night gives students the chance to show off their talents to their fellow students. Many are musicians, comedians, and poets. So come on out and show us what kind of talents you have.
Wednesday, 16 Sep 2015
Sculpture in the Gardens
Join Blanden Art Museum artist and instructor Diane O'Hern for a unique sculpture workshop using flowers, plants, and insects as inspiration.
Behind the Scenes
Topic: "Production Greenhouses (Fall)." Join staff each month for an interactive, behind the scenes look at Reiman Gardens.
Sculpture in the Gardens
Join Blanden Art Museum artist and instructor Diane O'Hern for a unique sculpture workshop using flowers, plants, and insects as inspiration.
Retirement reception: Tom Greenbowe
Morrill Professor of chemistry Tom Greenbowe is retiring. Brief remarks will begin at 2:15 p.m. A book of well wishes is being assembled.
Lecture: Future of Healthy Families - Ross Parke, Hilton Endowed Chair
Attend the Helen LeBaron Hilton Endowed Chair Lecture Series. This series brings together insight from across disciplinary bounds to address how family is defined, the current knowledge on healthy families, and the future of the field. Reception will follow.
Nature Journaling
A four week course on Wednesdays - September 2, September 9, September 16, and September 23 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Whether you are a budding naturalist, artist, or writer, Reiman Gardens is the ideal setting to observe and record pollinating insects, tropical butterflies, and native flora and fauna.
Photography Class: The Art of Seeing
A four week course on Wednesdays, September 2, September 9, September 16, and September 23 from 6:00 to 8:30 p.m. Join professional photographer and instructor Mark Stoltenberg, for a four-part class and experience the true art of seeing through your photography.
Woodshop Orientation
For the beginner who wants to learn the fundamentals of woodworking equipment. Proper usage of the machinery will be covered, as well as woodshop safety. This class is required in order to use the woodshop on your own.
Macrame Class
Sailors started it, hippies picked it up and The Workspace is bringin' it back! Learn the knots and hitches to create a retro plant hanger. Then, downsize and use the knotting forms to create an earthy bracelet with added beads.
Volleyball
Iowa State vs. UNI
Lecture: The Dating Doctor
"Finding Relationships with Confidence, Happiness and Respect" - Relationship expert David Coleman has been speaking on college campuses for more than twenty years about the complexities of dating, relationships, romance and sex.
Walk-In Dance: Belly Dance
A Three Pillars Delsarte based approach to Middle Eastern Belly Dance in the style of award winning performer Shiara. Learn the basic movements of belly dance with a specific focus and detailed exploration each week (listed below). The 8:20pm class will focus on technique, expression and choreography.
Thursday, 17 Sep 2015
Study Abroad Fair
Talk with both ISU programs as well as affiliate programs that specialize in study abroad. The fair puts students in direct contact with program directors offering a wide range of study abroad options in practically any country in the world. It is an opportunity for students to get answers to their questions and make comparisons between programs to help them decide which program best meets their needs and interests.
Lunch and Learn Session
"Servicing Your ISU Vehicle," for departments with yearly or seasonal vehicle rentals. Feel free to bring your lunch. RSVP requested. Also offered Aug. 20.
Seminar: Nanovaccine Initiative and Political Science
"Countering Myths About Vaccines: Are Facts the Answer?" Brendan Nyhan, Dartmouth College, Hanover, New Hampshire. Nyhan will discuss how motivated reasoning can make people vulnerable to misinformation about controversial topics in medicine like vaccines. A reception precedes his seminar at 12:40 p.m.
Grad Students: Everything you need to know about the library...but were afraid to ask!
Learn five important databases every graduate student should know, along with important library services and finding your librarian. Webinar - this workshop also occurs online simultaneously. Seating is limited for on-site workshop. Preregistration required for both on-site and online workshops.
Lecture: Agronomy Seminar Series - Ronald Phillips
Ron Phillips, Regents Professor Emeritus and former McKnight Presidential Chair in Genomics, University of Minnesota, is a member of the National Academy of Sciences and widely regarded as one of the trailblazers in agricultural biotechnology.
Public forum: Student health director finalist
Students are invited to meet Erin Baldwin, chief operating officer for the Mahaska Health Partnership, and one of two finalists for Iowa State's Thielen Student Health Center director position.
Metalsmithing Class
Begin your exploration of jewelry-making by learning techniques such as sawing, drilling, forming, chasing, annealing and riveting. Students will complete one or two projects out of copper depending on complexity. Pendants, earrings and bangle bracelets are just a few of the possibilities!