Saturday, 19 Sep 2015
Garden Quilt Show
The three-day juried show with prizes features beautiful displays of garden-themed quilts created by talented Midwesterners.
Insect Hotel Workshop
Build a small insect hotel with all materials provided. Based on a willow frame, you will fill it with various natural materials such as sticks, stones and layered bark to create dark private spaces insects find attractive.
Chess to Impress: United Way of Story County fundraiser
Challenge Distinguished Professor of electrical and computer engineering David Jiles to a game on the library's 8 by 8-foot chess board. If you win, Jiles will donate $50 to United Way of Story County. Up to 9 games can be played simultaneously. Spectators welcome.
Youth Program: Medallion Quilt Blocks for Kids
Bring in some fun fabric, and learn how to form medallion quilt blocks from mirror images. The fusible applique technique will be used to create an 18" square medallion quilt block that can then be used to make a pillow, wall hanging, or included in a larger quilt.
Carillon Concert
Carillon Concert, with guest carillonneurs George Gregory and Julianne Vanden Wyngaard.
Volleyball
Iowa State vs. Nebraska
Cyclone Cinema: Jurassic World
The Student Union Board presents Cyclone Cinema! Showings are FREE in Carver 101 at 7 and 10 p.m. every Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Hope to see you there!
University Museums 40th Anniversary Celebration
This anniversary celebration will feature designer desserts, fanciful floral creations, libations, cash bar and live music. A brief program begins at 8:30 p.m. Cocktail attire requested.
Sunday, 20 Sep 2015
Fee payment deadline: Fall 2015
Fee payment deadline for fall semester. Second payment (minimum due).
Garden Quilt Show
The three-day juried show with prizes features beautiful displays of garden-themed quilts created by talented Midwesterners.
Ceramics and Tea - Lecture by Artist Peter Hamann
Peter Hamann is an American ceramicist who studied in Iowa as a young artist and has lived in Japan for over 30 years where he has perfected his exquisitely beautiful ceramic forms. Through his time in Japan he has become exceptionally knowledgeable in the art of the tea ceremony, a highly important and respected event in Japanese culture. Peter will share his artwork and knowledge in this lecture.
Argentine Tango
This Milonga is a multi-level class with lots of time to enjoy the music and dance. From 4-5pm moves for beginners are introduced with a different figure each week along with techniques for dancing better. From 5-7pm the dance floor is yours for dancing under the guidance of Valerie and working with different partners. An intermediate level figure will also be introduced during this time. Wear dancing shoes, smooth-soled shoes, or socks.
Cyclone Cinema: Jurassic World
The Student Union Board presents Cyclone Cinema! Showings are FREE in Carver 101 at 7 and 10 p.m. every Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Hope to see you there!
Documentary & Discussion: Haze
The documentary HAZE examines the severity of college binge drinking and hazing through graphic images filmed at campus parties, during emergency medical calls, and from police files.
Monday, 21 Sep 2015
Retirement reception: Nita Lovejoy
Nita Lovejoy, associate director of the office of intellectual property and technology transfer and the ISU Research Foundation, is retiring.
University Faculty and Staff Awards Ceremony
University-wide awards will be presented to faculty and staff. A reception will follow.
Beginner Photography Class
A four week course on Mondays, September 7, September 14, September 21, and September 28 from 6:00 to 8:30 p.m. Join professional photographer and instructor Mark Stoltenberg, for a four-part class covering the basics of photography.
Music & Art Class
In this 4-week course, we'll discuss the co-relationship of music and art and then practice that harmony by producing music-related art.
Shibori Dyed Cyclone Scarf Class
Use natural, plant-based dyes to create a wearable work of art! We will be using madder and kamala dyes to create vibrant cardinal and gold scarves. Traditional Shibori tying and tie-dye techniques will be used to create interesting patterns in the fabric. We will also have a discussion on preparing and working with natural dyes.
Walk-In Craft: Paper Animal Silhouettes
Create wall art that is fun, original and packed with color! Glue rolled magazine pages to a silhouette of your favorite furry friend. After some trimming and finishing touches, attach the artwork to a wood board so it is ready to hang on your wall. An easy craft and great way to de-stress!
Lecture: Catch Me If You Can
Frank Abagnale, a former con artist whose crimes inspired the memoir and movie Catch Me If You Can, is one of the world's most respected authorities on forgery, embezzlement, and secure documents. Greater Iowa Credit Union Business Lecture Series
Tuesday, 22 Sep 2015
Book sale
An annual fundraiser for the United Way of Story County. The sale will feature more than 300 items at both locations, including used books, CDs and DVDs.
Public forum: VP for diversity and inclusion finalist
Diane Ariza, associate vice president for academic affairs and chief diversity officer, Quinnipiac University, Hamden, Connecticut, is one of four finalists for Iowa State's vice president for diversity and inclusion.
Award-Winning Faculty Series: Harmonious Team Learning
How different would the team learning experience be in your classroom if each learner were willing to contribute fully? Teaching award-winning ISU Music professor Jacob Harrison noticed that weaker players in the symphony were allowing others to carry the load of playing on time, on key.
Town Hall Meeting with Rick Santorum - Presidential Caucus Series
Since 1987, the Presidential Caucus Series has provided students, faculty, and community members with an opportunity to question presidential candidates or their representative before the precinct caucuses. No tickets required.
Digital Photography Class
Long shots and short shots: everyone wants to take a good photograph. Learn the basics of using your digital SLR camera including settings, speeds, lighting and composition. Students will explore campus to use their new skills shooting photographs of their favorite sites and share those photographs to discuss technique, composition and design.
Indoor/Outdoor Portrait Photography Class
This is a four week course on Tuesdays, September 1, September 8, September 15, and September 22 from 6:00 to 8:30 p.m. Join beloved photo instructor Mark Stoltenberg, for a class exploring the "how-to" of taking great pictures whether indoors or outside.
Wednesday, 23 Sep 2015
Degree Audit Changes
Last day to change degree audit information for fall semester.
Book sale
An annual fundraiser for the United Way of Story County. The sale includes used books, CDs and DVDs. Free-will donations will be accepted.
Campus Fire Safety Event
Put out a simulated fire, learn fire safety tips, meet your Ames fire fighters and receive a coupon from a local restaurant and a free T-shirt.