Thursday, 03 Oct 2019
Caterpillar Club
Join us weekly this winter for our popular Early Childhood Development program featuring stories and creative activities around a nature-based theme.
cyBUY Suppliers Show
Faculty and staff are invited to meet several cyBUY suppliers and register to win some amazing prizes.
Human Sciences Art Walk: An Ever-Growing Collection
This four-part series are in-depth art walks to discover the public art in the Department of Human Sciences buildings.
Meeting: Professional and Scientific Council
The P&S Council is a representative body elected by, and responsible to, Professional and Scientific employees at Iowa State University. Meetings are open to the public.
CALS Study Abroad Fair
The College of Agriculture and Life Sciences Study Abroad Fair offers a variety of resources, including information about programs and financial aid.
Opening Reception and Artist Talk: Susan Chrysler White
Admire the bold and exuberant new works of art by Susan Chrysler White at the opening reception of her exhibition at the Christian Petersen Art Museum.
Startup Pitch Contest
Students have the chance to describe their business concept or idea in a 90-second elevator pitch to a panel of judges. Overall winner will represent Iowa State at the CEO Conference in Tampa, Florida.
Creating a Wild Friendly Garden without the Wild Look
There is strong interest in creating ecologically friendly gardens that might attract anything from beneficial insects and butterflies to birds, bats, snakes and toads.
Documentary: Voices from Mariel
The director recounts the story of five individuals who come to the United States from Cuba in the 1980 boat crisis from the Mariel Port. Lucia Suarez, associate professor in world languages and cultures, will lead a Q&A after the screening.
Woodshop Orientation
Learn the fundamentals of woodworking equipment while creating a tool carrier. Leave class with knowledge of proper machinery use, and, most importantly, woodshop safety. Students may purchase the toolbox for $6 after class or we will use them for our Art Mart fundraiser. The orientation is required in order to use the woodshop on your own.
Artist Talk and Reception: Kristin Nowlin
Artist Kristin Nowlin will lead a talk about her exhibit, "Rebellious Rendezvous," which closes Oct. 6. Nowlin is a native of Ames and is currently an instructor at Kansas State University. She lives and works in her home studio in Manhattan, Kansas.
Cyclone Cinema: Crawl
During a massive hurricane, Haley ignores the evacuation to search for her missing father. They endure the storm as well as a pack of alligators.
Monarch Conservation: Saving an Iconic Insect - Karen Oberhauser
"Monarch Conservation: Saving an Iconic Insect" - Karen Oberhauser is the director of the University of Wisconsin-Madison Arboretum and the founder and director of the Monarch Larva Monitoring Project, a nationwide citizen science project.
Soccer vs. Texas Tech
Soccer: Iowa State vs. Texas Tech
Performance: Blue Ridge Trombone Quartet
The Blue Ridge Trombone Quartet is a professional chamber ensemble dedicated to the performance of music composed and arranged for trombone quartet.
Performance: Dane Cook
"Tell It Like It Is," Dane Cook, stand-up comedian and actor.
Friday, 04 Oct 2019
Performance: Hikaru
Explore Japanese folk music through Hikaru's magical melodies and striking rhythms. Ensemble leader Nobuto Yamanaka brings together the distinctive three-string Tsugaro shamisen, powerful taiko drums, Japanese flute, songs and dance in a stunning performance that will carry you to the soaring mountains and rugged seas of Japan.
Brown Bag Series: American Sign Language
"Brown Bag American Sign Language: Deaf Culture and Language," training for employees and community members interested in learning basic signs and more about deaf culture. You do not need to attend every session in order to learn from this series. Bring your lunch and an open mind for this interactive course.
Susan Chrysler White and Kathleen Edwards in Conversation
Join artist Susan Chrysler White and guest curator Kathleen Edwards as they talk about the evolution of Chrysler White's artwork, the exhibition Force of Nature: The Art of Susan Chrysler White.
Working with IACUC protocols using a-Tune
The Office for Responsible Research, Office of the Attending Veterinarian, and Laboratory Animal Resources are offering software training for researchers who submit IACUC or IBC protocols. Participants will learn how to navigate the electronic protocol submission system, A-tune. Training topics will include creating and submitting a protocol, and, for animal users of LAR, how to order animals and manage animal records.
Men's basketball open practice
Iowa State head basketball coach Steve Prohm will be mic'd up as the men's basketball during an open practice to give Cyclone Nation an inside look at the 2019-20 team. An autograph session will follow at 5 p.m. on the south side of the outer concourse.
Paint Your Own Pottery: Old McDonald's Farm
For those that love moos, clucks, oinks, neighs, meows, barks, and squawks. We will show you the basics of painting your piece and fire it within a week. Studio fee is $4 for ISU and $5 for public to attend plus the cost of the bisque you select. Drop off but give yourself an hour.
Cyclone Cinema: Crawl
During a massive hurricane, Haley ignores the evacuation to search for her missing father. They endure the storm as well as a pack of alligators.
Performance: Hikaru
Japanese musicians Hikaru performance for all ages.
Performance: Climate Change Theatre Action
"Climate Change Theatre Action: Lighting the Way," a series of short plays written by international playwrights to support the UN Climate Change Conference. These stories bring science to life and encourage us to work toward a sustainable future together. ISU's CCTA focuses on sharing knowledge, discovering hope and creating community as the best ways to face growing environmental crises.
Performance: ISU Wind Ensemble
The ISU Wind Ensemble features sixty of the finest student wind and percussion players on the Iowa State campus. They often feature renowned guest conductors, composers and soloists. Students are directed by Dr. Michael Golemo. The Wind Ensemble has toured Europe seven times since 2003, and plans to tour Asia in May, 2020.
ISU AfterDark
Come to ISU AfterDark for a fun night of games and free food! Bingo and the photobooth are all night, and the ThinkFast Gameshow starts at 10 p.m. in the Campanile Room. Free Panda Express starts at 10 p.m.
ISU AfterDark: Lovelytheband
Lovelytheband is an American indie pop band that formed in 2016 in Los Angeles. The band is most known for their single "Broken" which charted on several US Billboard charts.
Saturday, 05 Oct 2019
Cyclone Central Tailgate
Cyclones everywhere are invited to celebrate at the Alumni Center before every home football game. Enjoy giveaways, shopping, refreshments, marching band performances, Cy and spirit squad appearances, and entertainment for all ages. Doors open 3 hours prior to kick-off and end 30 minutes prior to kickoff. Catered meal available for an additional charge.
Football
Iowa State vs. TCU. Game times and dates are subject to change.