Saturday, 05 Mar 2011
Day of Insects
The third annual Day of Insects (DOI) is near and registration is due on February 28. Professionals, academics, advocates and enthusiasts will cover a range of insect related topics. Tiger beetles, bees, flies, ticks, venomous arthropods, mantis husbandry, as well as new species discussions are planned.
Big 12 Conference Wrestling Championships
Big 12 Conference Championships, featuring Iowa State, Missouri, Nebraska, Oklahoma and Oklahoma State.
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.
Story Time with Derek Anderson
Award-winning author/illustrator and ISU College of Design alumnus Derek Anderson will introduce his new children's picture book, "Story County: Here We Come!" He will speak about how growing up in the real Story County helped shape the tale of a farmer and his animal friends, read the book, and share a drawing lesson. The event is sponsored by the University Book Store.
Lyrica Women's Choir
Kathleen Rodde, conductor
ISU Theatre production of "The Miracle Worker"
An illness leaves a very young child named Helen Keller blind and deaf, and consequently mute. By the age of six, she seems to be completely unreachable and her family is losing hope. Then her parents hire Anne Sullivan as a teacher for their daughter, and Anne must discover some way to do the one thing a teacher must--communicate The result is a profoundly moving piece of theatre.
Joe Bonamassa
#1 Billboard Artist Joe Bonamassa will be performing LIVE at Stephens Auditorium March 5, 2011 at 8 p.m.
Sunday, 06 Mar 2011
Buck Bowling
$1 bowling, $ 1 shoes, and $1 soda!
Chain Maille: Bold & Brilliant Byzantine Bracelet
Show your Cyclone spirit with this red and gold set! Enhance a basic byzantine weave by adding colorful glass rings into the mix.
ISU Theatre production of "The Miracle Worker"
An illness leaves a very young child named Helen Keller blind and deaf, and consequently mute. By the age of six, she seems to be completely unreachable and her family is losing hope. Then her parents hire Anne Sullivan as a teacher for their daughter, and Anne must discover some way to do the one thing a teacher must--communicate The result is a profoundly moving piece of theatre.
Revisiting N.C. Wyeth's "America in the Making" Painting Series
In 1940, the John Morrell & Company of Ottumwa, Iowa released a calendar illustrated by N.C. Wyeth. The calendar depicts the top twelve historical events or influential people that helped shape America as determined by Wyeth. Join art historian Lea Rosson DeLong as she discusses Wyeth's choices and how art can influence perceptions of history.
Gregory Oakes, clarinet
Part of the 2010-2011 Faculty Recital Series
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, 07 Mar 2011
Advising period begins
Advising period for Summer and Fall 2011 registration begins.
Buck Bowling
$1 bowling, $ 1 shoes, and $1 soda!
Converting WebCT courses to Blackboard Learn
Take advantage of the tools and resources available in this new and powerful platform when Bb Learn becomes available university-wide, summer semester, 2011. Find out how to convert an existing WebCT course to Blackboard Learn and learn what you need to know to get your course up and running.
Horticulture seminar
"Quirky Corkwoods: The Systematics of Leitneria (Simaroubaceae)," James Schrader, ISU horticulture.
The Caucus Cup: College Republicans v. ISU Democrats
The ISU Democrats will debate the College Republicans on an issue of the day for the chance at the Caucus Cup. The winner claims the trophy for a year and will defend the Cup at the 2012 First Amendment Day celebration. This year's issue is the enactment of laws limiting gun ownership. The College Republicans are led by Logan Pals. The ISU Democrats are led by Patrick Thomas. Tom Beell, professor in broadcast journalism, will moderate....
Fighting Hunger: A DNA Engineer's Path to Science and Success
"Fighting Hunger: A DNA Engineer's Path to Science and Success," Charles Stewart Jr., research associate at the Salk Institute for Biological Studies. Stewart works to understand how plant enzymes make an array of chemicals important to medicine and agriculture. Using the 3D protein structure, he studies the evolution of protein function and how proteins can be engineered to improve the quality and quantity of the world's food supply.
Tuesday, 08 Mar 2011
STEM Education Collaboration Coffee
The Center for Excellence in Science, Mathematics and Engineering Education (CESMEE) invites those interested in STEM education to its next collaboration coffee. All students, faculty and staff are invited.
Courage to Stand - Tim Pawlenty
Former Minnesota Governor Tim Pawlenty is credited with balancing Minnesota's budget three times without raising taxes, despite record budget deficits. He served ten years in the Minnesota House of Representatives, including four years as House Majority Leader. His new biography is titled Courage to Stand.
Workshop: NSF Career Awards - Broader Impacts
The Office of the Vice President for Research and Economic Development and "Strengthening the Professoriate at ISU" are sponsoring a workshop on the broader impacts portion of an NSF grant proposal.
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.
Faculty Senate meeting
The Faculty Senate represents the general faculty of Iowa State University and participates in shared governance of the University with the administration. Senate meetings are open to the public and adjourn at 5 p.m.
Exercise is Medicine
"Exercise is Medicine," Steven Blair, a recognized authority on exercise and its health benefits. He has done extensive research on the impact of diet, physical activity and other lifestyle factors on mortality. The 2010-11 Helen LeBaron Hilton Chair in Human Sciences.
Putting Labels Aside: Not Left, Not Right, Just Forward
"Putting Labels Aside: Not Left, Not Right, Just Forward," John Avlon. He is a founding leader of No Labels, an organization of citizens who are asking their leaders to put labels aside and do what is best for America.
Wednesday, 09 Mar 2011
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.
TIAA-CREF financial seminar
"How Am I Doing?" Living a hectic life makes saving for retirement and other financial goals quite challenging. Join us at our seminar to learn a few simple steps that can help put you on the right track to planning your future today. Please preregister, space limited.