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Thursday, 07 Sep 2017

Research Boot Camp: Responsible Conduct

Sep 07, 2017

8:30 AM - 12:30 PM

Gold Room, Memorial Union

free

Research Training, development

Faculty, staff, and postdocs who receive funding through NSF or certain NIH grants are invited to a two-day "boot camp" that will satisfy NIH and NSF requirements for training in the Responsible Conduct of Research.

Kids Story Time

Sep 07, 2017

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Reiman Gardens

Reiman Gardens

This much-loved storytelling program has returned with a strong literacy focus every week.

Reopening of Joan Bice Underwood Tearoom

Sep 07, 2017

11:50 AM - 12:50 PM

0023 MacKay Hall

$7

College of Human Sciences Academic calendar Meetings, receptions

The Joan Bice Underwood Tearoom reopens Thursday, Sept. 7 for the fall 2017 semester. Lunch will be served Tuesday through Friday from 11:50 a.m. to 12:50 p.m. The cost of each meal is $7, and reservations must be made prior to 9 a.m. on the day of service.

Cyclone Club Luncheon

Sep 07, 2017

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Reiman Ballroom, Alumni Center

$12 for optional lunch

Athletics Meetings, receptions

Featured speaker is athletics director Jamie Pollard; emceed by Voice of the Cyclones John Walters. Luncheons are open to the public. An optional lunch, catered by Hy-Vee, is available. Doors open at 11:30 a.m.

Meeting: Professional and Scientific Council

Sep 07, 2017

2:10 PM - 4:00 PM

Gallery, Memorial Union

free

Groups, governance Meetings, receptions

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.

Grad Students: Library expertise

Sep 07, 2017

3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

Parks Library

free

University Library Training, development

"Everything you need to know about the Library ... but were afraid to ask!" Learn how to find dissertations, influential research articles and important journals in you subject area. Find out who is your subject librarian, and learn about Library services that can help facilitate your research and writing. Preregistration is required.

Forum: Know Your Rights

Sep 07, 2017

4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

198 Parks Library

free

Diversity and Inclusion Office Diversity Meetings, receptions Special events

Immigration experts and campus professionals will address questions and issues related to DACA (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals).

Film: Washed Ashore, Art to Save the Sea

Sep 07, 2017

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Reiman Gardens

Reiman Gardens Arts, performances

The project, based in Bandon, Oregon, involves collecting, washing and sorting plastic that has washed up on Oregon beaches, and repurposing it into art that is awakening the hearts and minds of viewers to the global marine debris crisis.

Hammered Silver Earrings Workshop

Sep 07, 2017

6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

The Workspace at the Memorial Union

ISU $30, Public $40- (supplies included)

Student Engagement Arts, performances Student activities

Learn some basics of metalworking by making a pair of sterling silver earrings.

Lecture: The World's Most Resilient City

Sep 07, 2017

6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

130 College of Design

free

College of Design Lectures

Architect and ISU College of Design Rome Program instructor Tom Rankin will discuss ways in which Rome has, over two millennia, provided examples of sustainable urban design practices, and will highlight innovative public space projects, experiments in urban agriculture, car-free neighborhoods and extreme water conditions to help make Rome's history relevant to designers today.

Cyclone Cinema: Big Sick

Sep 07, 2017

7:00 PM

Carver Hall 101

free

Student Union Board Student activities

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!

SUB Comedy Night: Noah Gardenswartz

Sep 07, 2017

9:00 PM

M-Shop, Memorial Union

free

Student Union Board Arts, performances Student activities

Always relaxed on stage with a wide range of material and a unique perspective on life, Noah Gardenswartz is a comedian you should know about. His well-crafted mix of jokes, observations, and personal stories have made him a New York City favorite, and a nationally booked up-and-comer.

Friday, 08 Sep 2017

Graduate College: applications for graduation

Sep 08, 2017

All day

Academic Affairs Academic calendar

Graduate College: Last day for graduate students to submit applications for graduation for Fall 2017 through AccessPlus without a late fee.

Research Boot Camp: Responsible Conduct

Sep 08, 2017

8:30 AM - 12:30 PM

Gold Room, Memorial Union

free

Research Training, development

"Responsible Conduct of Research Boot Camp for Faculty and Staff." Faculty, staff, and postdocs who receive funding through NSF or certain NIH grants are invited to a two-day "boot camp" that will satisfy NIH and NSF requirements for training in the Responsible Conduct of Research.

reACT Gallery: React to DACA Pop-up Event

Sep 08, 2017

11:00 AM - 4:00 PM

reACT Gallery, 0003 Morill Hall

Free

University Museums Academic calendar Arts, performances Diversity Special events

On Tuesday, the Trump administration rescinded Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA). As this is expected to be a big part of the upcoming legislative agenda, let's take ACTion by letting our elected leaders hear how we reACT. Postcards, postage, pens, and contact information will be provided.

Paint Your Own Pottery: Under the Sea

Sep 08, 2017

4:00 PM - 8:00 PM

The Workspace at the Memorial Union

ISU $4, Public $5, plus the cost of the bisque selected

Student Engagement Arts, performances Student activities

Surf through the tropical fish, mermaids, turtles, sharks and other sea creatures swimming across plates, bowls and mugs in our pottery collection.

Harvest Fest

Sep 08, 2017

4:30 PM - 9:00 PM

3715 W 190th St, Ames IA 50014 (Next to Lacewing Acres and Alluvial

Admission Free, Ala carte food for purchase

Live Green Live Green

Come and enjoy the food sourced from the local food system of Ames, Iowa. Featuring local chefs serving creative and specialty dishes. Come celebrate with food, live music, Lacewing Acres farm tours, and farmer presentations!

Lecture: MAD Works

Sep 08, 2017

4:30 PM - 5:30 PM

Kocimski Auditorium, 101 College of Design

free

College of Design Lectures

Ma Yansong and ISU alumna Qun Dang, partners in Beijing-based design firm MAD Architects, will present the Charles E. "Chick" Herbert Lecture in Architecture as part of Premiere 17, the architecture department's annual celebration of the new academic year.

Reiman Gardens After Hours

Sep 08, 2017

5:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Reiman Gardens

$22 ($17 members)

Reiman Gardens

Kick back and relax at Reiman Gardens After Hours! This quarterly event is an opportunity to enjoy good company and live music in a beautiful garden setting.

Exhibition Reception: The World in Perspective

Sep 08, 2017

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Brunnier Art Museum, 295 Scheman Building

free

University Museums Arts, performances Meetings, receptions

The exhibition explores Amy N. Worthen's printmaking career over the decades and also celebrates her exceptional impact on the arts of Iowa through both her art and curatorial work.

Planetarium Show: Eclipses & Solar System Astronomy

Sep 08, 2017

6:30 PM

ISU Planetarium, Physics Hall

free

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Lectures

Are you curious about space? Do you wonder about what you can see in the night sky? If so, bring your questions and come to the ISU Planetarium and join us for an evening under the stars!

Saturday, 09 Sep 2017

Cyclone Central Tailgate

Sep 09, 2017

8:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Alumni Center

0 (charge for catered meal)

University Special events

Cyclones everywhere are invited to celebrate at the ISU 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.

Dan Gable Book Signing

Sep 09, 2017

8:30 AM - 10:00 AM

Alumni Center

Operations and Finance Division Arts, performances Meetings, receptions Special events

Join us for a book signing with Dan Gable, author of the follow up best seller, A Wrestling Life 2 at the ISU Alumni Center during the Cyclone Central Tailgate.

Football

Sep 09, 2017

11:00 AM

Jack Trice Stadium

TBA

Athletics Athletics

Iowa State vs. Iowa. Game times and dates are subject to change.

Sunday, 10 Sep 2017

A Conversation with Amy Worthen

Sep 10, 2017

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Brunnier Art Museum, 295 Scheman Building

free

University Museums Arts, performances

Art historian Lea Rosson-DeLong will engage artist Amy Worthen in a conversation around her long and distinguished career.

Walk-in Argentine Tango

Sep 10, 2017

4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

The Workspace

ISU Five lessons for $35, Public Five lessons for $45

Student Engagement Arts, performances Student activities

This Milonga (dance party) is a multi-level class with lots of time to enjoy the music and dance.

Monday, 11 Sep 2017

Information session: NSF Innovation Corps program

Sep 11, 2017

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Gallery, Memorial Union

free

Research Training, development

Iowa State has been selected as a National Science Foundation Innovation Corps (I-Corps) site. Interested faculty, staff, post-docs and graduate students are invited to learn how they can get involved. Session repeated on Sept. 12 (9-10 a.m.)

Workshop Series: The Research-Based Flipped Classroom

Sep 11, 2017

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

2030 Morrill Hall

free

Center for Excellence in Learning and Teaching Training, development

"The research-based flipped classroom and team-based learning (TBL)," an increasingly-popular form of flipped-classroom where small-group learning that can be implemented effectively in small or large classes.

Lecture: New Developments in China and Sino-US Relations

Sep 11, 2017

5:00 PM

Great Hall, Memorial Union

free

Lecture Series Diversity Lectures Student activities

Hong Lei is the Consul General of the People's Republic of China in Chicago.

Hardwood Jewelry Box Class

Sep 11, 2017

6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

The Workspace at the Memorial Union

ISU $60, Public $70-- includes supplies

Student Engagement Arts, performances Student activities

Choose one of several simple but elegant box designs and create a one-of-a-kind jewelry box with contrasting hardwoods.