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What is featured?

Friday, 04 Nov 2022

Opening Ceremony: Jack Trice 100-Year Commemoration

Nov 04, 2022

4:00 PM

MOVED INDOORS: Jacobson Athletic Building

free

University Meetings, receptions Special events

This public program will feature the dedication of Breaking Barriers, an interactive public art installation by artist Ivan Toth Depeña. The ceremony will be livestreamed.

Homecoming: Pep Rally and Celebration

Nov 04, 2022

5:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Alumni Center parking lot

free

University Arts, performances Special events

Giveaways, entertainment, homecoming activities and family fun. Food for purchase and a cash bar will be available while supplies last. The pep rally will include the Cardinal Court honorees, Yell Like Hell finals and performances by the marching band and spirit squad. Merchandise from the ISU Bookstore will be available for purchase.

Homecoming: Volleyball vs. Kansas State

Nov 04, 2022

6:30 PM

Hilton Coliseum

$5

Athletics Athletics

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

Volleyball vs. Kansas State

Nov 04, 2022

6:30 PM

Hilton Coliseum

$5

Athletics Athletics

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

Cyclone Cinema: DC League of Super-Pets

Nov 04, 2022

7:00 PM

Carver 101

free

Memorial Union programs Student activities

Cyclone Cinema is presented by the Student Union Board and showcases a variety of film genres, screening a different movie every weekend Thursday - Sunday during the semester. Sunday film screenings are in open caption format. All other screenings can be open caption as well, as long as the request is made to the staff prior to the movie starting.

Saturday, 05 Nov 2022

Paint and Take Holiday Ornaments

Nov 05, 2022

10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Workspace at the Iowa State Memorial Union

$12 per person for a set of 3 in studio/$14 to go, $20 family pack for a set of 6/$24 to go

The Workspace Arts, performances Student activities

Get in the holiday spirit by painting ornaments with us! There are over 20 designs to choose from - our favorites include a camper for the outdoorsy, the cactus for the plant hoarder, and ugly sweaters for party people. Paint them with acrylics so you can take them home with you that day.

Cyclone Central Tailgate

Nov 05, 2022

11:30 AM

Alumni Center

free

University Special events

Cyclones everywhere are invited to celebrate at the Alumni Center before every home football game. Enjoy giveaways, fun and games, shopping, food and drink, and entertainment for all ages. Doors open three hours prior to kick-off and end 30 minutes prior to kickoff. Catered meal available for an additional charge.

Paint Your Own Pottery

Nov 05, 2022

2:00 PM

The Workspace (Memorial Union)

Varies

Live Green Live Green

Give Back Week Bring in non-perishable food in exchange for $5 off pottery painting. Donations will be delivered to The SHOP (Students Helping our Peers), a student-run, on-campus food pantry. They aim to engage with anti-hunger, advocate, and serve the student population by increasing hunger awareness and food security. Information about SHOP and how to get involved will be available.

Homecoming: Football vs. West Virginia

Nov 05, 2022

2:30 PM - 6:30 PM

Jack Trice Stadium

$50-$85

Athletics Athletics

Iowa State football hosts West Virginia in a Big 12 meeting on Homecoming weekend. The game time will be announced closer to the date of the game.

Cyclone Cinema: DC League of Super-Pets

Nov 05, 2022

7:00 PM

Carver 101

free

Memorial Union programs Student activities

Cyclone Cinema is presented by the Student Union Board and showcases a variety of film genres, screening a different movie every weekend Thursday - Sunday during the semester. Sunday film screenings are in open caption format. All other screenings can be open caption as well, as long as the request is made to the staff prior to the movie starting.

Sunday, 06 Nov 2022

Wild Tots

Nov 06, 2022

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

McFarland Park

$5 per family

Live Green Live Green

The seasons are changing! Come learn about birds with your tot and discover what they do to get ready for winter. This program will include a story, craft, short hike, and lots of nature activities.

Christian Petersen and an Unfolding Legacy of "The Unknown Political Prisoner"

Nov 06, 2022

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Christian Petersen Art Museum, Reiman Gallery, Room 0003

free

University Museums Arts, performances

Gather in the exhibition "All the Evils... Christian Petersen and the Art of War" in Morrill Hall for a gallery walk led by guest curator Lea Rosson DeLong focusing on the sculpture "The Unknown Political Prisoner." Recent research completed at the Museums of Modern Art and the Smithsonian Institution's Archives for American Art shed new light on Petersen's sculpture.

Christian Petersen and an Unfolding Legacy of "The Unknown Political Prisoner"

Nov 06, 2022

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Christian Petersen Art Museum, Reiman Gallery, Room 0003

Free

Live Green Live Green

Gather in the exhibition "All the Evils... Christian Petersen and the Art of War" in Morrill Hall for a gallery walk led by guest curator Lea Rosson DeLong focusing on the sculpture "The Unknown Political Prisoner." Recent research completed at the Museums of Modern Art and the Smithsonian Institution's Archives for American Art shed new light on Petersen's sculpture.

Argentine Tango Drop-In Lessons

Nov 06, 2022

4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Room 3512, Memorial Union

5 lessons for $35 ISU, $45 public

Memorial Union programs Student activities

This Milonga (dance party) is a multi-level class with lots of time to enjoy the music and dance. Classes meet every Sunday and drop-ins are welcome. Purchase a dance punch card and attend as often as your schedule allows. Open to ages 18+.

Cantamus

Nov 06, 2022

4:30 PM - 5:30 PM

Simon Estes Music Hall

$5

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Arts, performances

Iowa State University choir, Cantamus, presents a concert in Martha-Ellen Tye Recital Hall

Cyclone Cinema: DC League of Super-Pets

Nov 06, 2022

7:00 PM

Carver 101

free

Memorial Union programs Student activities

Cyclone Cinema is presented by the Student Union Board and showcases a variety of film genres, screening a different movie every weekend Thursday - Sunday during the semester. Sunday film screenings are in open caption format. All other screenings can be open caption as well, as long as the request is made to the staff prior to the movie starting.

Performance: STOMP

Nov 06, 2022

7:00 PM

Stephens Auditorium

TBA

Iowa State Center Arts, performances

STOMP appeals to audiences of all ages. The international percussion sensation has garnered an armful of awards and rave reviews and has appeared on numerous national television shows. The eight-member troupe uses everything but conventional percussion instruments - such as matchboxes, wooden poles, brooms, garbage cans, Zippo lighters and hubcaps - to fill the stage with magnificent rhythms.

Schwarte, Stenseth Recital

Nov 06, 2022

7:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Simon Estes Music Hall

free

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Arts, performances

Alex Schwarte, trombone, and Kendall Stenseth, flute, present a recital in Martha-Ellen Tye Recital Hall.

Monday, 07 Nov 2022

Paint Your Own Pottery: Ornaments Week

Nov 07, 2022

All day

Workspace at the Iowa State Memorial Union

$10 for two ornaments (per person) No coupons allowed due to discounted price.

The Workspace Arts, performances Student activities

Find winter winter-themed snowmen, penguins, and reindeer as well as ornaments that can be hung any time of the year including sprinkled donuts, hedgehogs, campers, and sunflowers. Over 25 designs to choose from!

Women's Basketball vs. Cleveland State

Nov 07, 2022

11:00 AM

Hilton Coliseum

$5-$15

Athletics Athletics

Iowa State women's basketball vs. Cleveland State. Game dates and times are subject to change.

Lunch and Learn: Start Something at Iowa State

Nov 07, 2022

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Launch Pad, 4250 Student Innovation Center

free

Ivy College of Business Meetings, receptions

"Start This, Start That ... Start Something at Iowa State," an informational luncheon about the university's startup programs and resources for graduate students, faculty and staff. Learn how to move your technology through the university into a new venture and get connected to available resources. Lunch is free; registration is requested.

CANCELED: Monday Monologues series

Nov 07, 2022

12:15 PM - 1:00 PM

Grant Wood mural lobby, Parks Library

free

University Library Arts, performances Lectures

This event in the series has been canceled and will not be rescheduled.

Gold Star Hall Ceremony

Nov 07, 2022

3:15 PM - 5:05 PM

Durham Great Hall, Memorial Union

free

Memorial Union programs Special events Student activities

Iowa State University will honor five veterans, all former students, who made the ultimate sacrifice in serving their country.

Remember the Maine! The Spanish-American War 125 Years Later

Nov 07, 2022

6:00 PM

Sun Room, Memorial Union

free

Lecture Series Lectures

The most renowned explosion in U.S. history took place on 15 February 1898 when USS Maine blew up in Havana harbor, killing 260 American servicemen. An official U.S. Navy investigation concluded that the explosion was the product of an underwater mine, and within weeks the United States and Spain were at war. February marks the 125th anniversary of this seminal historical event.

Caregiving Relationships: Conversations on Aging

Nov 07, 2022

6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Online

Free

Live Green Live Green

Caring for a loved one can be a rewarding experience, but it can also be challenging. Learn to recognize how caregiving affects relationships among family members. You will gain skills in talking and listening to address changing needs in later life.

Community Conversations - "Mental Health Education/Resources"

Nov 07, 2022

6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Water Treatment Plant 1800 E. 13th St. Ames, Iowa

Live Green Live Green

A conversation with the community on mental health education and resources.

Men's Basketball vs. IUPUI

Nov 07, 2022

7:00 PM

Hilton Coliseum

TBA

Athletics Athletics

Iowa State men's basketball vs. IUPUI. Game dates and times are subject to change.

Oboe Studio Recital

Nov 07, 2022

7:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Simon Estes Music Hall

free

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Arts, performances

Iowa State University oboe studio presents a concert in Martha-Ellen Tye Recital Hall.

Tuesday, 08 Nov 2022

Crafternoon: Lunar Wall Decoration

Nov 08, 2022

10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

4600 Memorial Union

free

Student Activities Arts, performances Diversity Student activities

You're invited to monthly come-and-go crafternoons with members of the LGBTQIA+ community.

Mindfulness on the run: Mindful eating

Nov 08, 2022

12:10 PM - 12:30 PM

Virtual Event

Free

Live Green Meetings, receptions Training, development

Looking for ways to reduce stress, increase focus, and be more present in the moment? Mindfulness is a practice which can be easily incorporated in your life and learning spaces.