Sunday, 06 Apr 2014
Polymer Clay Eggs Class
Start with a blown-out egg, add polymer clay and leave with a patterned spring egg.
Performance: Into the Woods
Familiar fairy tale characters learn the hard way that the "Happily Ever After" they sought isn't necessarily the end of story. For example, Cinderella begins to wonder if her prince is only charming, but not really sincere and almost everyone will face a frightening giant in the woods.
Argentine Tango Class
This Milonga (dance party) is a multi-level class with lots of time to enjoy the music and dance.
Monday, 07 Apr 2014
Blended Learning Brown-Bag Roundtable: "At a distance" student assessment
The use of new technologies has changed the distance education paradigm and complicated methods used to assess student learning. These changes, along with a cultural climate more accepting of cheating and added market pressures, require a reevaluation of student assessment. Learn what is being done to ensure the academic integrity of assessments delivered to distance education students.
Workshop: Economic, Environmental and Societal Sustainability
Iowa State researchers will examine new approaches for collaboration among the sciences, the humanities and business in fields related to sustainability. Preregistration is required.
Make a Commemorative VEISHEA Button at The Workspace
Lots of fun designs to choose from! For those that love tradition, we have the VEISHEA logo and the new LIVE @ VEISHEA design. For those looking for something more quirky and fun see our take on cherry pies, campaniling and the new VEISHEA Mascot, "Swanson."
All the Things I Didn't Learn at the College of Design: Theaster Gates, Jr.
Artist, activist and community planner Theaster Gates, Jr. (BS 1996 Community & Regional Planning / MA 2005 Interdisciplinary Graduate Studies), Chicago, will share key lessons on his personal experience and career, from his time as an undergraduate planning student at Iowa State to the complex ecology of his current artistic practice. Both informative and performative, his presentation will embody what it means to pursue a vocation in the arts.
Statistics Seminar
"Zodiac: A Comprehensive Depiction of Genetic Interactions in Cancer by Integrating TCGA Data", Yuan Ji, Director, Biomedical Research Informatics, Northshore University Health System, University of Chicago, Chicago,Illinois
Architectural Photography Field Trip
Go on a photo scavenger hunt to shoot images of basic architectural features on the beautiful buildings all over campus.
Basketweaving Class
Pop a cork! Learn to weave a wine/champagne serving tote.
Cancelled: Sculptural Glass Beads Class
This event has been cancelled
Beauty, Abundance and Environmental Action in the Franciscan Tradition
Sr. Mary Beth Ingham explores the Franciscan intellectual tradition, including its emphasis on science, beauty and environmental ethics, through the philosophy of John Duns Scotus. Msgr. James A. Supple Lecture Series
Documentary & Discussion: God Loves Uganda
"God Loves Uganda" is an exploration of the evangelical campaign to change African culture with values imported from America. The film follows American and Ugandan religious leaders fighting "sexual immorality" and missionaries trying to convince Ugandans to follow Biblical law.
Tuesday, 08 Apr 2014
It's Your Business: Expanding Opportunities in Iowa's Food System
The 2014 Iowa Local Food Conference features keynote speakers and workshops on the processing and marketing aspects of food-related businesses.
Registration begins for sophomores: Summer 2014, Fall 2014
First day of assigned Summer 2014 and Fall 2014 registration dates for students projected as sophomores. Hours for AccessPlus registration are 7 a.m. to 11 p.m., Monday--Saturday, and most Sundays.
Make a Commemorative VEISHEA Button at The Workspace
Lots of fun designs to choose from! For those that love tradition, we have the VEISHEA logo and the new LIVE @ VEISHEA design. For those looking for something more quirky and fun see our take on cherry pies, campaniling and the new VEISHEA Mascot, "Swanson."
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.
Veishea: Opening Ceremony
Simon Estes, the world-renowned opera singer, has sung for 6 Presidents of the United States as well as Archbishop Desmond Tutu and the late Nelson Mandela, former President of South Africa. He is the 2014 VEISHEA Parade Grand Marshal.Student Organization Awards including Adviser of the Year and Student Leader of the Year.A 4-5 p.m. reception with refreshments will precede his talk in the Sun Room.
Committed to the Core
Charlie Wittmack is an Iowan who has twice summited Mount Everest, and the only person in history to complete the World Triathlon.
Veishea Says I'm Funny
Veishea Says I'm Funny is a competition to showcase ISU's students and their stand-up comedy skills. This consists of stand-up comedy routines performed by brave students taking a chance and allowing select judges and the audience to weigh in with their reactions.
Grandma Mojo's Moonshine Revival
Grandma Mojo's Moonshine Revival is a student run improv comedy troupe on campus. They perform in the M-Shop on various Wednesdays during the semester. Grandma Mojo's is the best and cheapest date on campus - admission is only $1!
Wednesday, 09 Apr 2014
Community Food Planning: A Tool for Detroit's Redevelopment
Kami Pothukuchi is the founder and director of SEED Wayne, a campus-community collaborative dedicated to building sustainable food systems in Detroit, Mich. She is also an associate professor of urban studies and planning at Wayne State University in Detroit. Her work, research and writings have made her one of the most well-known food-system planners.
SP@ISU Brown Bag Lunch: Working in K-12 for Broader Impacts
Fredric Janzen, professor in ecology, evolution and organismal biology; and Adah Leshem, Pre-College Education programs director at the Center for Biorenewable Chemicals; will discuss successful faculty-led K-12 programs and share how to partner with larger programs that work with K-12 students and teachers.
Artful Yoga
Build strength, endurance, and balance in a yoga class that will leave you feeling relaxed and centered. Behind all of those sore muscles you may find patience, peace, and a stronger mind/body connection. No yoga experience is necessary, but please bring your own mat.
Making Space for Culture
Stratton will address the long-term effects of a new funding emphasis on art practices as entrepreneurialism and "placemaking" as euphemism, and how the increased prioritization of placemaking by private funders potentially instrumentalizes artists to fill political and social gaps left by deteriorating federal, state and civic funding for social programs and community development. Part of the Architecture Advisory Council Lecture Series.
Photography Class: Beginner Photography
Wednesdays, April 2, April 9, April 16, April 23 from 6:00 to 8:30 p.m. This four-part workshop will cover the basics of photography including equipment, depth of field, aperture, light, composition, finding your subject, and tips and tricks.
Workshop: Weird Watercolors
Wednesdays, March 26, April 2, April 9, and April 16 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Perfect for parent and child! Join Yvonne Brune, Creative Department artist and instructor, for a hands-on art and science workshop exploring the unique effects of salt, sugar, masking fluid, and other materials in watercolor projects!
What Can the Atheist Movement Learn from the Gay Movement?
Greta Christina is a widely-read blogger on atheism and the author of "Why Are You Atheists So Angry?"
Local Adaptation and Life History Evolution in Monkey Flowers
John Willis is a professor of biology at Duke University. The Charles E. Bessey Lecture.
Thursday, 10 Apr 2014
Lecture: Brown Bag
"What's the Buzz? 2014 Periodical Cicada Emergence" presented by Dr. Donald Lewis, Department of Entomology, Iowa State University Bring your lunch to the Gardens and enjoy an education program. Attend each month and experience a new topic presented by local and regional professionals and lecturers.