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Friday, 25 Mar 2011

Designated Repeat

Mar 25, 2011

All day

Academic Affairs Academic calendar

Last day to file a Designation of Repeated Course form for a full-semester or second half-semester course that is not an automatic designated repeat.

Drop Deadline; Pass/Not Pass Deadline

Mar 25, 2011

All day

Academic Affairs Academic calendar

Last day: add/drop full-semester courses or withdraw without extenuating circumstances; change a full-semester course to or from Pass/Not Pass. Courses changed to graded basis after Jan. 24 count toward total allowable P/NP credits used for graduation.

Graduate College: Deadline

Mar 25, 2011

All day

Academic Affairs Academic calendar

Last day for graduate students to cancel graduation without being assessed a nonrefundable graduation fee.

Geology Seminar

Mar 25, 2011

4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

0277 Science I

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Diversity

"Iowa state-wide LiDAR data processing using high-performance computing environments" by Ramanathan Sugumaran, University of Northern Iowa, Cedar Falls, IA

"Brunnier in Bloom" Opening Night

Mar 25, 2011

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Brunnier Art Museum, 295 Scheman Building

Free

University Museums Arts, performances Special events

Be among the first to experience "Brunnier in Bloom", the University Museums' annual pairing of beautiful art and fabulous flowers. This event showcases the talents of Ames-area floral designers as they are challenged to create arrangements inspired by works of art in the Museums' collection. Opening night you will be able to participate in a silent auction/raffle for fabulous prizes, and hear who the judges choose as this year's winners.

Planetarium Show

Mar 25, 2011

7:00 PM

ISU Planetarium, Physics Hall

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Lectures

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

Mar 25, 2011

7:30 PM - 9:45 PM

196 Forker

free

Student Activities Student activities

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 Theatre production of "Six Characters"

Mar 25, 2011

7:30 PM

Fisher Theater, Ames

Adults $15, seniors $13, students $8

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Arts, performances Student activities

An acting company begins to rehearse a play, but as the rehearsal begins, it is interrupted by six people who say they are unfinished characters in search of an author to finish their story. The Director of the play first thinks the six are mad, but begins to listen to what they have to say, and finally, even though he is not a writer, agrees to stage their story. Others in the acting company are not happy with the Director's decision.

ISU Wind Ensemble

Mar 25, 2011

7:30 PM - 9:15 PM

Martha-Ellen Tye Recital, Music Building

$4.00 adults; $2.00 students. Tickets available at the door.

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Arts, performances

ISU Wind Ensemble to Perform Concert with Tuba Virtuoso Patrick Sheridan. Dr. Michael Golemo, conductor

Saturday, 26 Mar 2011

Comedy Improv

Mar 26, 2011

9:30 AM - 12:30 PM

Workspace at the Memorial Union

ISU - $30, Public - $40

The Workspace Arts, performances Student activities

Expand your imagination, express yourself, learn improvisational techniques, and have fun!

"Little Dresses for Africa" Work Day

Mar 26, 2011

10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Workspace at the Memorial Union

Free & no registration required

The Workspace Arts, performances Diversity Student activities

Simple dresses made out of pillowcases provide relief and hope for the children of Africa.

Volleyball: Spring tournament

Mar 26, 2011

10:00 AM

West Towne Courts, Ames

free

Athletics Athletics

Iowa State vs. Wayne State.

Brunnier in Bloom

Mar 26, 2011

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Brunnier Art Museum, 295 Scheman Building

Free

University Museums Arts, performances Special events

Celebrate spring and the current exhibitions during "Brunnier in Bloom", the Museum's annual pairing of beautiful art and fabulous flowers. This event showcases the talents of Ames-area floral designers and garden clubs as they're challenged to create arrangements inspired by works of art in the Museum's collection.

Volleyball: Spring tournament

Mar 26, 2011

1:30 PM

West Towne Courts, Ames

free

Athletics Athletics

Iowa State vs. Minnesota.

Softball

Mar 26, 2011

2:00 PM

Southwest Athletics Complex

free

Athletics Athletics

Iowa State vs. Oklahoma State.

ISU Symphony Orchestra

Mar 26, 2011

7:30 PM - 9:00 PM

Martha-Ellen Tye Recital Hall, Music Building

$4.00 adults; $2.00 students

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Arts, performances

Dr. Jacob Harrison, conductor

ISU Theatre production of "Six Characters"

Mar 26, 2011

7:30 PM

Fisher Theater, Ames

Adults $15, seniors $13, students $8

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Arts, performances Student activities

An acting company begins to rehearse a play, but as the rehearsal begins, it is interrupted by six people who say they are unfinished characters in search of an author to finish their story. The Director of the play first thinks the six are mad, but begins to listen to what they have to say, and finally, even though he is not a writer, agrees to stage their story. Others in the acting company are not happy with the Director's decision.

Sunday, 27 Mar 2011

Buck Bowling

Mar 27, 2011

12:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Underground, Memorial Union

$1

Student Engagement Student activities

$1 bowling, $ 1 shoes, and $1 soda!

Softball

Mar 27, 2011

12:00 PM

Southwest Athletics Complex

free

Athletics Athletics

Iowa State vs. Oklahoma State.

"Little Dresses for Africa" Work Day

Mar 27, 2011

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Workspace at the Memorial Union

Free & no registration required

The Workspace Arts, performances Diversity Student activities

Simple dresses made out of pillowcases provide relief and hope for the children of Africa.

Brunnier in Bloom

Mar 27, 2011

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Brunnier Art Museum, 295 Scheman Building

Free

University Museums Arts, performances Special events

Celebrate spring and the current exhibitions during "Brunnier in Bloom", the Museum's annual pairing of beautiful art and fabulous flowers. This event showcases the talents of Ames-area floral designers and garden clubs as they're challenged to create arrangements inspired by works of art in the Museum's collection.

Cantamus Women's Choir

Mar 27, 2011

1:30 PM - 3:15 PM

Martha-Ellen Tye Recital, Music Building

$4.00 adults; $2.00 students. Tickets available at the door.

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Arts, performances

Kathleen Rodde, conductor

ISU Theatre production of "Six Characters"

Mar 27, 2011

2:00 PM

Fisher Theater, Ames

Adults $15, seniors $13, students $8

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Arts, performances Student activities

An acting company begins to rehearse a play, but as the rehearsal begins, it is interrupted by six people who say they are unfinished characters in search of an author to finish their story. The Director of the play first thinks the six are mad, but begins to listen to what they have to say, and finally, even though he is not a writer, agrees to stage their story. Others in the acting company are not happy with the Director's decision.

Argentine Tango with Valerie Williams

Mar 27, 2011

4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Workspace at the Memorial Union

ISU - $30 for 5 classes, Public - $40 for 5 classes

The Workspace Arts, performances Diversity Student activities

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

Iowa Statesmen

Mar 27, 2011

4:00 PM - 5:20 PM

Martha-Ellen Tye Recital Hall, Music Building

$4 adults; $2 for students

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Arts, performances

The 114 men strong choir will perform. The middle of the program will feature selections by Shy of a Dozen.

Monday, 28 Mar 2011

Buck Bowling

Mar 28, 2011

12:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Underground, Memorial Union

$1

Student Engagement Student activities

$1 bowling, $ 1 shoes, and $1 soda!

Urban Development through Shrinkage

Mar 28, 2011

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Room 130 College of Design

free

College of Design Lectures

"From Boom to Bust: How Smart Shrinkage Can Help Formerly Growing Places Manage Decline," Justin Hollander, assistant professor of urban and environmental policy and planning, Tufts University. He will present his research into the formerly booming cities of the Sunbelt and argue that urban development can actually be achieved through shrinkage.

Horticulture seminar

Mar 28, 2011

4:10 PM

118 Horticulture Hall

free

College of Agriculture and Life Sciences Lectures

"Potassium-magnesium Antagonism in High Magnesium, High pH Soils in Upper Mississippi Valley Vineyards," Joe Hannan, ISU horticulture.

Monday Organ Series

Mar 28, 2011

5:30 PM

Martha-Ellen Tye Recital, Music Building

Free

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Arts, performances

Short, informal organ recitals given by Dr. Lynn Zeigler and ISU Students.