Friday, 28 Jan 2011
Poster Sale
Thousands of choices from art prints & movies to music and pop culture!
Workshop: Writing successful grant applications to the Iowa Arts Council
Program officers from the Iowa Arts Council will talk about the various funding opportunities available through this state-funded organization. Registration is required. A light lunch and beverages will be provided.
One-on-one sessions: Iowa Arts Council staff
Program officers from the Iowa Arts Council will meet one-on-one with faculty or staff members to answer questions about technical assistance, project planning and other areas of interest. Appointments are scheduled at 20-minute intervals. To schedule a session, call Sandra Norvell, Center for Excellence in the Arts and Humanities, 4-1594.
Geology Seminar
"Growth increments, climate, and the interrelationships among diverse species and ecosystems of the Pacific Northwest, USA" by Bryan Black, Oregon State University, Newport, OR
Planetarium Show
Planetarium shows will start at 7 pm and 7:45 pm. Free tickets for the shows will be available at the door starting at 6:30 pm. The shows are suitable for all ages, and are followed by a star-gazing session (weather permitting).
Dance social
Free dance social hosted by the ISU Ballroom Dance Club. Singles welcome. Dress is casual, however indoor shoes or socks must be worn in the studio. Check the website for a full schedule.
Men's hockey
ISU vs. Colorado State University (American Collegiate Hockey Association, Division II).
Rumba dance lesson
"XTRA MOVES" rumba dance lesson hosted by the ISU Ballroom Dance Club. Includes both beginning and more advanced steps taught by Dan and Amy Divine. No partner required.
Saturday, 29 Jan 2011
Iowa State Leadership Experience (ISLE)
A student leadership program to help new and existing leaders on campus improve their leadership skills, learn about leadership opportunities at Iowa State, and network with other leaders from across campus.
High School Science Bowl
Science Bowl is a rapid-fire, daylong competition in which high school students answer questions from a wide range of science and math disciplines. The winning team receives an all-expenses-paid trip to the DOE's National Science Bowl in Washington D.C.
Winter Escapes Art Short Course
Join Jo Myers-Walker of the Left Bank Studio in Gilbert, Iowa, as she teaches a series of seven classes on watercolors and her trademark slumping plastic that will surely help you beat the winter blues.
Chain Maille: Byzantine Bracelet
175 jump rings will quickly transform into a lovely copper bracelet.
Swimming
Iowa State vs. Nebraska
Women's Basketball
ISU vs. Missouri.
Men's hockey
ISU vs. Colorado State University (American Collegiate Hockey Association, Division II).
Men's Basketball
Iowa State vs. Oklahoma.
Sunday, 30 Jan 2011
Buck Bowling
$1 bowling, $ 1 shoes, and $1 soda.
Opening reception for "Weddings in the Heartland: Apparel, Traditions, Memories"
The exhibit features historic wedding apparel from the Textiles and Clothing Museum in the department of apparel, educational studies and hospitality management. The exhibit runs through April 16.
Realitès: The Lyric Sculpture of William King
William King's lyrical sculptures explore the strengths and weaknesses of the human condition. The elongated and larger-than-life forms often poke fun at the realities of human action and interaction. Nancy Girard, educator, will discuss King's human figure tradition and his installation in the Elizabeth and Byron Anderson Sculpture Garden.
Argentine Tango with Valerie Williams
This Milonga (dance party) is a multi-level class with lots of time to enjoy the music and dance.
Monday, 31 Jan 2011
Buck Bowling
$1 bowling, $ 1 shoes, and $1 soda.
GIS Seminar: Descriptive Modeling of Historic Tree Distribution in Polk and Dallas Counties
"GIS Descriptive Modeling of Historic Trees in Polk and Dallas Counties, Iowa," Paul Anderson, ISU landscape architecture and agronomy, and Jonathan Nelsen, ISU landscape architecture. They have examined the spatial pattern of tree distribution recorded in U.S. General Land office surveys from 1832-1859 and used GIS descriptive modeling to understand the "fire shadow" effect of rivers and associated steep slopes on spatial distribution of trees.
Horticulture seminar
"Creating Increased Value from Non-food Biomass: Utilization of Fractionated Bio-oil in Pavements," Christopher Williams, ISU civil construction and environmental engineering.
Exhibition reception: "Intersections, Symbolism and Imagery"
"Intersections, Symbolism and Imagery: Lanzhou Jiaotong University and Iowa State University Exchange Exhibition" opening reception. A formal program will begin at 5:30 p.m. Artwork by faculty from Lanzhou Jiaotong University (LZJTU) in Lanzhou, China, will be on display at the College of Design Jan. 31-Feb. 16.
Monday Organ Series
Short, informal organ recitals given by Dr. Lynn Zeigler and ISU Students.
Black and White Photography
An introduction to all aspects of the photographic medium, from camera use and exposure control to basic darkroom procedures for the beginner.
Tuesday, 01 Feb 2011
RESCHEDULED: The Future of Learning, Research and Collaboration
This symposium, originally scheduled for Feb. 1, has been reformatted and moved to March 9.
Chemical & Biological Engineering Seminar
"Pathways to energy-dense bio-fuels by catalytic conversion of g-valerolactone" by Jesse Q. Bond, University of Wisconsin
Tuesday Tea
Come to the Farm House Museum to enjoy tea and conversation about all things Farm House. Mark your calendar from 12:00 pm-1:00 pm Tuesdays this month and enjoy the 150 year old structure in a whole new way. Check the University Museums website to learn what the discussion topic will be. Can't make it at noon? The Farm House will be serving tea from 12 to 4 pm on Tuesdays so stop in any time.
Wheel Pottery
Students will be guided through all aspects of forming bowls, mugs, vases and more on the pottery wheel.