Wednesday, 16 Feb 2011
Blackboard Learn's File Management Options
Putting files in folders and making them accessible can become the biggest obstacle to a pleasant experience in online learning. File management can be tricky in Bb Learn, but with a little practice, it becomes second nature. In this session, you will learn the basics to file management in Blackboard Learn, including how to upload/move files; create/organize folders; create an html folder; use the web folder for easy web-access.
Ramsey Lecture Series, College of Veterinary Medicine
Mark Lyte, Ph.D, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, will present "Microbial Endocrinology: Why the Intersection of Microbiology, Endocrinology and Food Science Matters to Animal Health." Lyte is the founder of the field of microbial endocrinology, studying how neuroendocrine hormones can interact with microorganisms.
How to Develop Effective Formative Course Assessment Systems
This seminar will focus on how to develop and implement effective online (WebCT based) formative course assessment surveys for engineering and science courses. The comprehensive list of survey questions developed and used by the presenters will be discussed, as will the research findings.
ISU Retirees Social and Program
2:30 social; 3:00 program, "The U.S. Federal Government's Debt Problem," by Dennis Starleaf, Emeritus Professor of Economics
Agron 600B - Soil Science Seminars
"Inseason Nitrogen Rate Adjustment in Corn Using Remote Canopy Sensing" Daniel Barker
Cigar Box Guitars
Make a playable guitar out of a cigar box and serenade all those around you.
ISU Jazz Combos
Michael Giles, coach
Thursday, 17 Feb 2011
Open forum: LAS dean search
Executive vice president and provost Elizabeth Hoffman, along with search committee co-chairs Jonathan Wickert and David Holger, will host two open forums to discuss search committee membership, the search process and attributes to be sought in the next dean of the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences.
Winter Escapes Art Short Course
Join Jo Myers-Walker of the Left Bank Studio in Gilbert, Iowa, as she teaches a series of nine classes on watercolors and her trademark slumping plastic that will surely help you beat the winter blues.
College of Design Career Days Expo
Annual College of Design Career Expo offers students, professionals, design firms and alumni a unique opportunity to focus on careers in design and the arts.
How Do I Make Blackboard Learn's Grade Center Work for Me?
Manage who? Manage what? Move over WebCT, a new grade book has emerged in Blackboard Learn. In this session, you will learn how to use Blackboard Learn's Grade Center to manage student performance, including how to create columns, enter grades, calculate final grades, create custom Smart Views, track student activity and export and import records with Excel.
Open forum: Vice President for Extension and Outreach candidate
A. Scott Reed, vice provost for University Outreach and Engagement, Oregon State University. Reed is one of five finalists interviewing for the post.
Agron 600A - Plant Breeding Seminars
"An overview on the genetics behind self-incompatibility systems in plants" Andrea Arias
Atmospheric Science Seminar
"Regional Climate Model Projections of Warm-Season Precipitation in the Central US" Melissa S. Bukovsky, Ph.D., Institute for Mathematics Applied to Geosciences, National Center for Atmospheric Research, Boulder, CO
An Introduction to Clay
If you are interested in working with clay but have little or no experience with the medium then this class is for you!
Acrylic Painting
Acrylic painting is for those looking for a fun, colorful way to express their creativity!
Etched Glass
Learn how to etch glass and create 4 amazing Cyclone mugs!
Object Lessons
The Farm House Museum Collection includes early photographic processes such as daguerreotypes, tintypes, stereocards, and carte d'visits. Take this opportunity to look closely at these rarely exhibited objects and learn more about the processes involved. Object Lessons is a monthly hands on experience and conversation about what we can learn by looking at art.
Performance: Sweet Honey in the Rock
Grammy award winning female a cappella ensemble "Sweet Honey in the Rock" will share an experience like no other.
Friday, 18 Feb 2011
Geology Seminar
"Stable Cu isotopes and what they tell us about how cooper deposits form" by Ryan Mathur, Juniata College, Huntingdon, PA
Gymnastics
ISU vs. Iowa (Hy-Vee Cy-Hawk series).
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.
ISU Concert Band & Symphonic Band
Natalie Steele, conducts the Concert Band. William Staub conducts the ISU Symphonic Band
Saturday, 19 Feb 2011
Fall schedule available
Schedule of Classes for Fall 2011 available for viewing on the Web at (http://classes.iastate.edu).
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.
"Little Dresses for Africa" Work Day
Simple dresses made out of pillowcases provide relief and hope for the children of Africa.
Men's Basketball
Iowa State vs. Missouri.
Women's Basketball
ISU vs. Colorado.
Performance: Ames Town and Gown's Musicale
This fund-raising event includes a reception along with performances by several soloists and groups, including the Ames Piano Quartet and the ISU male vocal ensemble "Shy of a Dozen." Tickets are available online (http://www.amestownandgown.org), from Leslie Kawaler (515-292-6060) or at the door.