Sunday, 30 Aug 2009
Soccer
vs. Montana
Performance: "The History Boys"
An ISU Theatre production. With gentle wit, "The History Boys" not only raises universal questions about the nature of history and how it is taught, but also questions about the purpose of education today.
Fanfare Concert
Concert to open the academic year, featuring the ISU music faculty.
Monday, 31 Aug 2009
Horticulture Seminar
Employer Attitudes and Perceptions of Job Preparedness of Recent Iowa State University Horticulture Graduates, by Ann Marie VanDerZanden, Professor and Mike Reinert, Assistant Professor, both from Department of Horticulture, ISU
Class: Cornucopia Basket, Section I
6-9pm Learn to weave a cornucopia basket.
Tuesday, 01 Sep 2009
Reiman Gardens: Kids Story Time
Bring the kids to Reiman Gardens to enjoy a creative morning. With story time and crafts inspired by the featured children's books, kids are sure to have a good time.
Wednesday, 02 Sep 2009
Lecture: "Land of The Harp and The Song"
A lecture on Irish music within the context of the historical evolution of the Irish race. This would include traditional music (vocal, dance, fiddle, harp, etc.), the Gaelic language, the impact of Christianity, and the Irish diaspora.
Class: Black and White Photography, Section I
7-9:30pm for 6 weeks Introduction to Black and White Photography.
Class: Drawing
7-9pm for 6 weeks Basics of Drawing.
Thursday, 03 Sep 2009
2010-2015 Strategic Plan: Open forum
Provide input to members of the writing and steering committee for the university's next strategic plan as they begin their work.
Open forum: Update on State Gym addition and renovation
Provided by dean of students Dione Somerville and interim director of recreation services Scott White. Hosted by the P&S Council; all are welcome.
Excel Express (2007)
This short course introduces basic spreadsheet creation and concepts. Online registration at http://www.it.iastate.edu/training/courses/.
Open house
The Research Institute for Studies in Education (RISE) and the Psychology in Education Research Laboratory (PERL) have remodeled facilities in the east garden level of Lagomarcino. Refreshments will be served.
Presentation: "What is RISE and What are They Doing Down Under?"
Presentation given by staff and students of the Research Institute for Studies in Education. Preceded by open house (1-2:30 p.m., E005, E006, E012 and E016 Lagomarcino)
Cyclone Central Tailgate
Tailgate prior to ISU vs. North Dakota State football game. Live band; food & beverages from Hickory Park for purchase. Appearance by Cy and the spirit squad.
Football
ISU vs. North Dakota State.
Friday, 04 Sep 2009
Audit Deadline
Last day to elect to audit a course for fall. The instructor of the course must approve an audit.
Pass/Not Pass Deadline
Last day to change a full-semester or first half-semester course from Pass/Not Pass to grade basis without it counting toward total allowable P/NP credits used for graduation.
Return textbooks
Last day to return textbooks for refund to University Book Store. Exclusions apply.
Tuition and Fee Adustment Deadline
Last day to receive a tuition and fee adjustment for full-semester courses when dropping below full-time status. No refunds for full-semester courses after day 10 of the semester.
Dreamweaver -- Level I: Basic
A beginning course to learn the basics of Dreamweaver. Online registration at http://www.it.iastate.edu/training/courses/.
Information session: University Honors seminars
Learn about teaching an Honors program seminar during spring semester. Seminar proposals are due Sept. 15. This session will be repeated at 3:10 p.m.
Works in Progress lecture series
"Architectura Numismatica: Ancient Coins as Sources for Renaissance Architects," John Cunnally, ISU art history. All are welcome.
ISU Afterdark Craft Nights at the Workspace
7-9pm Design henna tattos.
Soccer
vs. DePaul
Free Bowling & Billiards
Free bowling & billiards for ISU students. Must show student ID. Sponsored by ISU AfterDark.
Saturday, 05 Sep 2009
ISU Carillon Festival
The ISU Carillon Festival, sponsored by The Stanton Memorial Carillon Foundation. Guest carillonneur is Adrian Patrick Gebruers from Cobh, Ireland. The Festival includes carillon concert, seminar, celtic dances and campanile tours.