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Thursday, 21 Apr 2022

Virtual Forum: Open Scholar Cafe

Apr 21, 2022

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Zoom

free

University Library Training, development

"Dress, Appearance, and Diversity in U.S. Society: Open Textbook & QM Certification." Kelly Reddy-Best, associate professor of apparel, merchandising and design, created open educational resources (OER) for one of her courses, which has now received Quality Matters certification for its accessibility and high-quality course design. Registration is free.

Level 2 Certification - Top Hat Training

Apr 21, 2022

9:30 AM - 12:30 PM

TBD

free

Center for Excellence in Learning and Teaching Training, development

Our Level 2 Advanced Top Hat Certification course equips instructors with the skills to Take content creation to the next level by learning how to write engaging content for their audience, move from extrinsic to intrinsic learning motivators and discover successful techniques for flipping their class and curating course content.

Caterpillar Club

Apr 21, 2022

10:15 AM - 11:15 AM

Reiman Gardens

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Reiman Gardens

Join us outdoors weekly for our popular Early Childhood Development program featuring stories followed by nature exploration and activities. Best for children ages 2-5 with an adult.

Ignite Innovation Showcase

Apr 21, 2022

12:00 PM - 9:30 PM

Student Innovation Center

free

Student Innovation Center Conferences

"Feed the World," a celebration of the collaborations, inventions, and opportunities that set Iowa State apart. Registration is free.

Roundtable Discussion - Top Hat in Large Enrollment Classes - Top Hat Training

Apr 21, 2022

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

TBD

free

Center for Excellence in Learning and Teaching Training, development

In the current educational landscape, there is increased pressure for instructors to provide equitable and flexible learning experiences for large groups of students. This can be challenging, even for the most seasoned instructors. This roundtable discussion is an opportunity for instructors of large enrolment courses to come together, reflect on their experiences and learn from their peers.

Webinar: Countering Learning Loss

Apr 21, 2022

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Online only - via Zoom

Center for Excellence in Learning and Teaching Training, development

Professors are reporting a disconcerting level of disconnection among students, using words like "defeated," "exhausted," and "overwhelmed." What's more, some K-12 and college educators are worried about loss of specific skills or knowledge areas important because of the disruption of the pandemic. What are the right ways for colleges and faculty to reengage students in learning?

Drop-In Craft: Painted Flowerpots

Apr 21, 2022

2:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Workspace

$9-$18 in studio / $12-$22 to go

Memorial Union programs Arts, performances Student activities

Simple, fun, and in-season, terra cotta pots are an easy surface to paint on. Choose from small pots to start an herb garden, to medium containers for indoor plants, and larger pots for outdoor flowers.

Paint Your Own Pottery Sale

Apr 21, 2022

2:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Workspace

$

Memorial Union programs Arts, performances Student activities

20-75% off all bisqueware! Pick up fired pottery April 27-39. CLOSED IN MAY

Tusubila Crafts Group Basket Sale

Apr 21, 2022

2:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Workspace

$

Memorial Union programs Arts, performances Diversity Student activities

Baskets are made by women in Kamuli, Uganda, and sales support their families with food, school fees, and other needs. Sponsored by The Uganda Alliance Club.

New User Demonstrations - Top Hat Training

Apr 21, 2022

3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

TBD

free

Center for Excellence in Learning and Teaching Training, development

Our hands-on workshop for faculty who are just getting started with Top Hat. Our team will provide an overview of the Top Hat platform and the various assessment tools available, walk through account set up and provide customized recommendations to align with instructors' existing pedagogy.

Spring Enchantment Extended Hours

Apr 21, 2022

4:30 PM - 8:00 PM

Reiman Gardens

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Reiman Gardens

Later in April, don't miss our amazing bulb display featuring thousands of tulips, hyacinths, and other bulbs celebrating the ISU Cyclones and Ames Little Cyclones!

Ignite Innovation Showcase: Feed the World Keynote

Apr 21, 2022

5:00 PM

Student Innovation Center

free

Student Innovation Center Conferences

"Feed the World" keynote with Colin Hurd, founder of Smart Ag; and Oshoke Abalu, co-founder of Love and Magic Company; Alison Van Eenennaam, cooperative extension specialist, University of California, Davis. Registration is free.

Dorm Plant Basics: Potting... Oh, and Re-Potting

Apr 21, 2022

6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Reiman Gardens

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Reiman Gardens

Is your dorm dreadful? Is your apartment appalling? Do you need some life in your small space?

Cyclone Cinema: Marry Me

Apr 21, 2022

7:00 PM

Carver 101

free

Memorial Union programs Student activities

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.

Lecture: Listening to the "Noise" in Data

Apr 21, 2022

7:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Sun Room, Memorial Union

free

Lecture Series Lectures Live Green

Like much other research in the social sciences, studies in applied linguistics often compare the "average" behaviour of groups of language learners on such dimensions as proficiency, fluency and intelligibility. Dr. Munro completed his Ph.D. under the supervision of Terrance Nearey. He was also a SSHRC Post-doctoral Fellow in James Flege's speech lab at the University of Alabama in Birmingham.

Performance: Together Pangea w/ Tropa Magica

Apr 21, 2022

8:00 PM

M-Shop, Memorial Union

$18 public, $14 ISU students

Memorial Union programs Arts, performances Student activities

Since they began jamming back in William's Santa Clarita bedroom, Los Angeles-based indie band Together Pangea have continually challenged themselves with each subsequent musical offering. Their debut album, Jelly Jam [2010], poured the gasoline, Living Dummy [2011] struck the match, and Badillac [2014] lit the fire with its revved-up nineties rock-inspired flames.