Sunday, 11 Feb 2024
Orchid Fest
One of Iowa's largest displays and sales of orchids
Valentine's Day Pop Up Art Sale
We will be located near the entrance to the University Bookstore at the Memorial Union. Hourly parking is available in the MU ramp.
NEW TIME: Wrestling vs. Northern Iowa
Iowa State vs. Northern Iowa. Match times was moved up to 1 p.m.
Curator's Tour of "Small Pleasures"
Join Brunnier Art Museum curator Adrienne Gennett to marvel in some of the smallest works of art found in the permanent collection.
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: Wish
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, 12 Feb 2024
Valentine's Day Pop Up Art Sale
We will be located near the entrance to the University Bookstore at the Memorial Union. Hourly parking is available in the MU ramp.
Love Data Week: Research Methods meetup
Consult with Philip Dixon, professor of statistics and Catalyst staff for informal discussions and advice about your research project. Be ready to dive into your data and dig into details. Registration encouraged
Drop-In Craft: Valentine's Day Hearts
A hand-made valentine is the BEST! Paint a wood heart cutout to show all the love to your friend, mom, soulmate, or to decorate your own space.
Paint Your Own Pottery: Lights and Flames Week
Choose from candleholders, luminaria, nightlights, and other lighted bisque to brighten up your space during the grey February days.
Encaustic Print Workshop w/Maureen Burke
Make one-of-a-kind prints using encaustic paint (beeswax, natural tree resin, and pigment). We will use this paint to draw on a hot pallet and then pull prints onto different types of paper. Participants will make up to 9 prints and can choose their favorite one to frame. Use the rest for works of art, to make cards, or to use in other projects.
Loving: A Photographic History of Men in Love
Hugh Nini and Neal Treadwell found a 1920s vintage photo of two men embracing and gazing at one another--clearly in love. They were intrigued that the men posed for the photo during a time when they would have been even less understood than today. They began searching for similar photos in their travels. Their collection eventually included more than 2,700 images from 70 to 170 years old. Those photos are featured in their book, Loving: A...
Performance: The Very Hungry Caterpillar
From the brilliant mind behind the global sensation, "The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show, comes a new enchanting experience that promises to captivate audiences of all ages. Created by Jonathan Rockefeller, the show has taken the world by storm with over 2,000 mesmerizing sold-out performances across the globe.
Tuesday, 13 Feb 2024
Valentine's Day Pop Up Art Sale
We will be located near the entrance to the University Bookstore at the Memorial Union. Hourly parking is available in the MU ramp.
Drop-In Craft: Valentine's Day Hearts
A hand-made valentine is the BEST! Paint a wood heart cutout to show all the love to your friend, mom, soulmate, or to decorate your own space.
Professional and Scientific Council seminar series
Hear a broad overview of the P&S Classification and Compensation structure -- how it's organized, managed, and updated. Discuss classification titles, job levels and how jobs are organized in the compensation structure -- as well as the market-based philosophy and how it is used to build ISU's compensation structure.
Meeting: Faculty Senate
The Faculty Senate represents the general faculty of Iowa State and participates in shared governance of the University with the administration. Senate meetings are open to the public.
Drop-In Craft: Valentine's Day Heart Wands
Add a little magic to Valentine's Day! Make an adorable heart want using felt, stuffing, ribbon, and a dowel, and make yours unique with sequins and glitter.
CANCELED: Visionary Activism: How to Get From Here to There
2024 Mary Louise Smith Chair, Deborah Turner serves as the 20th president of the League of Women Voters of the United States and chair of the Board of Trustees of the League of Women Voters Education Fund.
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, 14 Feb 2024
Women's Basketball vs. Kansas State
Iowa State women's basketball vs. Kansas State. Game dates and times are subject to change.
Valentine's Day Pop Up Art Sale
We will be located near the entrance to the University Bookstore at the Memorial Union. Hourly parking is available in the MU ramp.
Housing Fair
The Housing Fair is designed to help students or members of the Ames community find their home away from home. See options from local property managers, Department of Residence and others, learn about tenants' rights, and find other resources.
Love Data Week: Tidy Data Salon
Tame your spreadsheets and organize your files at this weekly work hour dedicated to better organized data. It's a great time for solo and for group work. Catalyst staff will provide chill beats and snacks. Registration encouraged
Drop-In Craft: Valentine's Day Hearts
A hand-made valentine is the BEST! Paint a wood heart cutout to show all the love to your friend, mom, soulmate, or to decorate your own space.
Concert: Mississippi Heat
Led by harmonica master and songwriter Pierre Lacocque, Mississippi Heat is a world-class Chicago Blues Band. Their motto is "Traditional Blues With A Unique Sound" as they present fresh yet vintage-based musical ideas.
Thursday, 15 Feb 2024
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. Representatives from external suppliers and internal resources will be available to answer questions. Check in with your ISUCard to be entered in the drawing for door prizes.
Symposium: Beauty Investigated
Exploring aspects of the cultural construction of beauty, including perspectives found in AI, art, and socially engaged pedagogies. Presenters who shared their work in the "Beauty Investigated: Dilemmas, Projects, and Promises" exhibit will participate in keynote and breakout panel discussions, performances, and roundtable conversations.
Cyclone Cinema: Anatomy of a Fall
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.
Friday, 16 Feb 2024
Symposium: Beauty Investigated
Exploring aspects of the cultural construction of beauty, including perspectives found in AI, art, and socially engaged pedagogies. Presenters who shared their work in the "Beauty Investigated: Dilemmas, Projects, and Promises" exhibit will participate in keynote and breakout panel discussions, performances, and roundtable conversations.