Tuesday, 03 Dec 2019
Retirement reception: Ellen Fairchild
Ellen Fairchild, teaching professor in the School of Education, is retiring. A short program will begin at 2:15 p.m.
Wood-Burned Ornaments
Need a last minute gift? Starting with a wood slice, stamp a design on and trace it with a wood burner, or freehand your own idea.
Retirement reception: Donald Beermann
Donald Beermann, professor and department chair of animal science, is retiring from the university on Jan. 6, 2020. A program will begin at 4 p.m.
GDCB Seminar
"Transcriptional regulation of development and lipid metabolism," Jun-yuan Ji, Texas A&M University College of Medicine.
Build Your Own Willow Wreath
Crisscross willow branches to make a base for a holiday wreath with the expert guidance of local artists Pam Dennis & Ryk Weiss.
Lecture: Growing Up in the Nuclear Shadow of the Rocky Flats
Dr. Kristen Iversen's lecture will discuss writing strategies about her childhood in the Rockies. Dr. Iversen will also host a craft talk at 2:10pm in Ross 212. As part of the Pearl Hogrefe Visiting Writers Series, she will talk about research, art, ethics, and aesthetics in creative non-fiction.
Canadian Brass
With an international reputation as one of the most popular brass ensembles today, Canadian Brass, whose engaging stage presence and rapport with audiences has truly earned the distinction of the world's most famous brass group.Their concerts show the full range from trademark Baroque and Dixieland tunes to new compositions and arrangements created especially for them.
Concert: Toys for Tots benefit
The ISU student chapter of the Sigma Alpha Iota international music fraternity will present a benefit concert for the Toys for Tots program. The concert features ISU students and faculty. Donations are welcome.
Wednesday, 04 Dec 2019
Horticulture Club: Poinsettia sale
Horticulture club members will sell poinsettias of various colors Dec. 4-7 at a different campus location daily.
Wood-Burned Ornaments
Need a last minute gift? Starting with a wood slice, stamp a design on and trace it with a wood burner, or freehand your own idea.
SUB Member Meeting
Come hang out with Student Union Board and learn more about their upcoming events, and how you can get involved, at their bi-weekly general meetings! FREE and open to ALL ISU students!
Wreath-Making Workshop
Learn how to assemble a holiday wreath with Reiman Gardens' Assistant Director, Aaron Steil.
Lecture: The Quest to Know What it Means to be Human
"Once Upon a Peace Pilgrimage: The Quest to Know What it Means to be Human." Roy Tamashiro shares stories and life lessons from his global peace pilgrimage (2015-present). He found insights into healing and peace from Holocaust survivors, massacre witness-survivors in Vietnam and Korea, and "A-bomb legacy successors" who shared their memories and traumas.
Men's Basketball
Iowa State vs. University of Missouri-Kansas City.
Jazz Night
Professor Michael Giles directs the jazz embles.
Grandma Mojo's Moonshine Revival Comedy Troupe
This group is great for those who love the improv comedy humor of their fellow college students and can't get enough of location, occupation, means of death.
Thursday, 05 Dec 2019
Art Mart Holiday Sale
Support the artists, craftsmen, photographer, designers, the go-getters, and do-it-yourself-ers! Browse a room full of functional and decorative pottery, brilliantly blown glass, beautiful jewelry, hand-lettered paintings and charming accessories created by Ames and ISU artists.
Caterpillar Club
Join us this winter for our popular Early Childhood Development program featuring stories and creative activities around a nature-based theme.
Horticulture Club: Poinsettia sale
Horticulture club members will sell poinsettias of various colors Dec. 4-7 at a different campus location daily.
Reception: Jack Trice sculpture
Join President Wendy Wintersteen and Student Government representatives as they recognize the Jack Trice sculpture's return to central campus. A short program will begin at 1:30 p.m.
Wood-Burned Ornaments
Need a last minute gift? Starting with a wood slice, stamp a design on and trace it with a wood burner, or freehand your own idea.
Meeting: Professional and Scientific Council
The P&S Council is a representative body elected by, and responsible to, Professional and Scientific employees at Iowa State University. Meetings are open to the public.
Half-Price Admission during Extended Holiday Hours
This holiday season Reiman Gardens will be open until 8:00 p.m. on Thursdays between December 5 through January 2 for visitors to shop at the Gift Shop and see the RG Express indoor holiday train display.
Wreath-Making Workshop
Learn how to assemble a holiday wreath with Reiman Gardens' Assistant Director, Aaron Steil.
Cyclone Cinema: Once Upon a Time in Hollywood
Actor Rick Dalton is struggling to find meaningful work in a Hollywood he's not familiar with anymore since starring in a 1950s television Western. His neighbors, however may be able to help him out in his Hollywood career. Then the story leads to an eventful night with the Mason family.
Pitch Competition
Students from various classes and clubs will be presenting their ideas at the Entrepreneurial Product Development Engineering Pitch Competition. Join us for an exciting competition with students competing for cash prizes. Refreshments will be provided.
CANCELED: German Song Literature
Vocal students sing German Songs under the direction of Jodi Goble.
Dan Rodriguez: The All I Want for Christmas is Whiskey Tour
This Minneapolis-based, groovy rock/blues artist is known for the popular single "I'll Be Waiting (When You Come Home)." His latest album is the 2018 EP 25 Years and he has performed with artists like The Civil Wars, Andy Grammer, Eric Hutchinson and more.
Friday, 06 Dec 2019
WinterFest
Join us for WinterFest! Enjoy free horse carriage rides, cookie decorating, ice skating, photo snow globes and many more events.
Art Mart Holiday Sale
Support the artists, craftsmen, photographer, designers, the go-getters, and do-it-yourself-ers! Browse a room full of functional and decorative pottery, brilliantly blown glass, beautiful jewelry, hand-lettered paintings and charming accessories created by Ames and ISU artists.