Thursday, 04 Sep 2014
Youth Program: Plant Pals
Join us and cultivate a real garden at Reiman Gardens. We will learn about and grow lots of vegetables, pumpkins, tomatoes and sunflowers, as well as beautiful flowers. Each session has hands-on activities to interact with all the wonderful plants that we enjoy and eat. Classes are great for kids of all ages to participate in with an adult.
Public hearing: Regents' agenda
At this public hearing, individuals have an opportunity to provide early input on agenda items for the state Board of Regents Sept. 10 board meeting.
Meeting: Professional and Scientific Council
P&S Council meetings are open to the public.
Computer Science Distinguished Lecture
"Why the Life Sciences Are Different," Bernard Chazelle, Princeton University.
Stained Glass Class
Students will be guided through all aspects of forming bowls, mugs, vases and more on the pottery wheel. Learn hand-pulling, glazing and finishing techniques. Open to absolute beginners as well as those with experience who would like to improve their technique and abilities.
Volleyball
Iowa State vs. Omaha
The Farmhouse Refreshed
It's been nearly 40 years since Iowa State University's oldest building and National Historic Landmark, The Farm House Museum, was restored and opened to the public as a museum. In celebration, the University Museums has embarked on a historic wallpaper and window restoration project that will enrich and refresh the education experiences of the 154 year old campus icon. Join the caretaker of that illustrious legacy, University Museums Director
Wheel Pottery Class
Students will be guided through all aspects of forming bowls, mugs, vases and more on the pottery wheel. Learn hand-pulling, glazing and finishing techniques. Open to absolute beginners as well as those with experience who would like to improve their technique and abilities.
Keynote: Ethics, Integrity and Civility in Higher Education
"New Approaches to Foster a Culture of Trust," Neil Hamilton, founding director of the Thomas Holloran Center for Ethical Leadership in the Professions, University of St. Thomas, Minneapolis.