Saturday, 07 Nov 2015
Symposium: Vaccines Against Antigenically Variable Viruses
A symposium to bring scientists, researchers and students from human and veterinary medical research arenas together to explore advancements, ideas and opportunities for innovative vaccines against antigenically variable viruses.
Gift Shop Holiday Open House
Start your holiday shopping at the Gardens' Gift Shop's Holiday Open House on Saturday and Sunday, November 7 and 8 from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Swimming and Diving
Iowa State vs. TCU/South Dakota
Workshop: Swirl-Painted Flower Pot
Join Natalie Buskohl, artist and gardener, for a fun and informal (and a little bit messy) painting activity to turn a flower pot into a swirling work of art!
Lecture and reception: Simon Estes
International opera star Simon Estes will share his experiences singing the role of Sarastro in "The Magic Flute" on the world's great opera stages. Estes is an Iowa native and ISU artist-in-residence. The reception and lecture (6:30 p.m.) precede ISU music and theater's collaborative production of "The Magic Flute" at 7:30 p.m. in Fisher Theater.
Cyclone Cinema: Ant-Man
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!
Opera: The Magic Flute
A handsome prince, the Queen of the Night and her beautiful daughter, a man in a bird costume who is looking for a wife, a magic flute which has the power to change sorrow into joy, and arias that are some of the most difficult to sing in all of opera combine to create an evening of beauty, comedy, love, and a happy-ever-after conclusion. The Magic Flute is currently the third most frequently performed opera in the world. Sung in English.
Comedy: Bill Maher
This brilliant commentator broke the television boundaries of political humor and stretches those limits in an evening of side-spitting comedy.
Live Music: Family of the Year with Kaleo
Formed in 2009, Family Of The Year - Joe Keefe, Sebastian Keefe, James Buckey & Christina Schroeter - has accomplished a healthy dose of success in such a short amount of time. After years of "cohabitating" in a run-down house and relying on each other for inspiration and support, the members of the Los Angeles outfit have formed unbreakable bonds that are undeniable in their infectious live performances and prolific songwriting.
Sunday, 08 Nov 2015
Symposium: Vaccines Against Antigenically Variable Viruses
A symposium to bring scientists, researchers and students from human and veterinary medical research arenas together to explore advancements, ideas and opportunities for innovative vaccines against antigenically variable viruses.
Opera: The Magic Flute
A handsome prince, the Queen of the Night and her beautiful daughter, a man in a bird costume who is looking for a wife, a magic flute which has the power to change sorrow into joy, and arias that are some of the most difficult to sing in all of opera combine to create an evening of beauty, comedy, love, and a happy-ever-after conclusion. The Magic Flute is currently the third most frequently performed opera in the world. Sung in English.
Women's basketball
Iowa State vs. Concordia University, St. Paul (exhibition).
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: Ant-Man
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!
Performance: The Fab Four
The celebrated Beatles tribute band returns to Stephens with their trademark note-by-note renditions and costume changes, representing all eras of the Beatles' anthology.
Monday, 09 Nov 2015
Iowa Caucus exhibit and resource fair
The State Historical Society of Iowa's "First in the Nation" traveling exhibit on the Iowa Caucuses will be on display, along with an excerpt from IPTV's documentary on the Iowa Caucuses. The League of Women Voters will offer voter registration (2-6 p.m.) and a resource fair will be held (5:15-6 p.m.). Part of the Catt Center's caucus education series of activities.
Gold Star Hall Induction
Honor the men and women of Iowa State who have fallen for our country.
Workshop: How to Participate in the Iowa Caucuses
Iowa Caucus Education Workshop - The 75-minute workshop will include an overview of the Iowa Caucus process, an explanation of the Republican and Democratic Party caucuses, and a mock caucus.
Workshop: Iowa Caucus Education
Guest speakers will talk about the importance of the Iowa Caucuses and explain the Republican Party caucus process and the Democratic Party caucus process. Following these presentations, members of the Republican and Democratic parties will lead mock caucuses for the workshop participants. Part of the Catt Center's caucus education series of activities.
Osborn Club Lecture
"Mesmerization and Magnificence of Magnetism," by Bruce Harmon, Distinguished Professor Emeritus of physics and astronomy. The lecture portion of the Osborn Club's monthly gathering is open to the public.
Lecture: The Plight of Homeless LGBTQ+ Youth
Ryan Berg, author of "No House to Call My Home: Love, Family, & Other Transgressions," will talk about his work as a counselor with LGBTQ teenagers in foster care, especially those who are about to age out of the child welfare system.
Tuesday, 10 Nov 2015
Symposium: Rock On in Retirement
Learn more about topics of interest to all retirees and those planning to retire. Topics include estate planning, downsizing, veterans affairs and social security. The program is open to the public; registration is free. Giveaways and prize drawings will be included.
Workshop: Fall Pruning
Join Sarah Rummery, Reiman Gardens' Manager of Horticultural Operations, and Sharon Rink, Reiman Gardens' Horticulturist, for an informative and hands-on workshop designed to familiarize you with all the W's of fall pruning!
P&S Council Seminar Series
"Overview of 2016 Benefits," Ed Holland, benefits coordinator, university human resources. The seminar will be webcast live and archived for later viewing.
Meeting: Faculty Senate
The Faculty Senate represents the general faculty of Iowa State University and participates in shared governance of the University with the administration. Senate meetings are open to the public.
Workshop: Documenting (and Boosting) Your Research Impact: An Introduction
An overview of resources to document and improve one's scholarly impact, relevant to faculty in all ranks and disciplines.
Seminar: Geological & Atmospheric Sciences
"Recovery Disparities among Housing Types, Evidence from Hurricane Ike," Sara Hamideh, ISU community and regional planning. A 3:30 p.m. reception precedes the seminar.
Lecture: Poems of Environmental & Social Justice
Jane Satterfield and Ned Balbo will read from their poetry, which engages personal and public history through an awareness of the challenges that shape our contemporary moment.
Lecture: Censorship and the New Puritans on Campus
David French is a staff writer at National Review and an attorney concentrating his practice in constitutional law.
Open Mic Night
Open mic night gives students the chance to show off their talents to their fellow students. Many are musicians, comedians, and poets. So come on out and show us what kind of talents you have.