Tuesday, 23 Mar 2021
Lecture: Stem Cells and Bioengineering for Brain Repair Strategies
In his presentation, Donald Sakaguchi, Director of Biology and Genetics Undergraduate Program and Morrill Professor, will discuss his highly collaborative, interdisciplinary research program that merges stem cell biology and bioengineering to develop experimental brain and tissue repair strategies. When combined, these enabling technologies can contribute to the development of novel therapeutic interventions with biomedical applications.
Iowa Songwriters Showcase
Angela Meyer is a country music artist based in Eastern Iowa in the tiny town of McCausland. She has played professionally around the Quad Cities area for over 10 years, and shows from New Mexico to New York. Along the way, she has graced stages of all sizes including the National Finals Rodeo events in Las Vegas. Hear her debut album "Consequence" where music is streamed or sold. In-person seating and livestream viewing options are available.
Wednesday, 24 Mar 2021
Big 12 Career Fair (virtual)
The Big 12 career fair enables students and alumni from the Big 12 Conference universities to connect with employers nationwide in a live, online recruitment event. Register online.
Online: Author Talk
"The Road I Grew Up On: Requiem for a Vanishing Era," author Helen Gunderson. Gunderson's book consists of regional and neighborhood history, a personal memoir, and spiritual insights as well as many black-and-white and color photographs. Daniel Hartwig, head of Special Collections and University Archives, will moderate a conversation between Gunderson and Cornelia Butler Flora, Distinguished Professor of Sociology Emerita.
Thursday, 25 Mar 2021
Retirement reception: Greg Yeakel
Yeakel, pharmacy manager at Thielen Student Health Center, is retiring April 1.
Documentary screening and panel discussion: Picture A Scientist
Screening of the 2020 film is followed by a panel discussion of ADVANCE leaders from the four institutions of the ADVANCE Midwest Partnership: Iowa State, North Dakota State, Western Michigan and Michigan Tech.
Performance: Facing Our Truth
"Facing Our Truth: Ten Minute Plays on Trayvon, Race and Privilege." Written by a diverse group of playwrights in response to the killing of Trayvon Martin and the acquittal of George Zimmerman, these short plays revolve around racial biases, stereotypes, heartbreak, loss and enlightenment. Contains adult language and content.
Friday, 26 Mar 2021
Exhibition Closing Reception: The Alien Landscape by Jasmine Beul
Closing reception for "The Alien Landscape," the MFA thesis exhibition by Jasmine Beul, graduate student in integrated visual arts, on display March 16-26 in the College of Design's Gallery 181. Face coverings and physical distancing will be required for this in-person event.
Performance: Facing Our Truth
"Facing Our Truth: Ten Minute Plays on Trayvon, Race and Privilege." Written by a diverse group of playwrights in response to the killing of Trayvon Martin and the acquittal of George Zimmerman, these short plays revolve around racial biases, stereotypes, heartbreak, loss and enlightenment. Contains adult language and content.
Saturday, 27 Mar 2021
Performance: Facing Our Truth
"Facing Our Truth: Ten Minute Plays on Trayvon, Race and Privilege." Written by a diverse group of playwrights in response to the killing of Trayvon Martin and the acquittal of George Zimmerman, these short plays revolve around racial biases, stereotypes, heartbreak, loss and enlightenment. Contains adult language and content.
Sunday, 28 Mar 2021
A Performance with Mary Swander: Poetry, Farming, and More!
Mary Swander, a leader in conversations about farming and the wider rural environment in Iowa, will read her poetry in this unique program.
Performance: Facing Our Truth
"Facing Our Truth: Ten Minute Plays on Trayvon, Race and Privilege." Written by a diverse group of playwrights in response to the killing of Trayvon Martin and the acquittal of George Zimmerman, these short plays revolve around racial biases, stereotypes, heartbreak, loss and enlightenment. Contains adult language and content.
Monday, 29 Mar 2021
Innovation Short Circuit: It's (Not) a Small World After All
Creating structure, processes, and systems that inspire human creativity, interaction and progress is a daunting task for even the best leaders. This is especially true when we lead innovation, characterized by unpredictability, risk, and mental flexibility. Listen to our Deans who have become change-makers leading change-management in one of the most historically challenging times in this country.
CANCELED: Velocity Irish Dance
This in-person event was canceled.