Wednesday, 11 Nov 2009
Seminar: ConvoCons
"ConvoCons, a system of conversational icons to unobtrusively encourage affinity among collaborators (using Bonnie Nardi's framework for social connection)," Michael Oren, Ph.D. student, ISU sociology
Colloquia: John Atanasoff and the New Civilization
"John Atanasoff and the New Civilization," Minka Zlateva, Sofia University, Bulgaria. Zlateva will discuss the results of a joint effort between students at Iowa State and Sofia University, and the possibilities for its followup in the frame of the United Nations initiative, "Alliance of Civilizations" (www.unaoc.org).
Panel presentation: "Talk Green: Ask Them!"
What do an economics professor, director of custodial services, two librarians and the GSB sustainability director have in common? Come hear what green practices are happening across campus.