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What is featured?

Sunday, 26 Sep 2010

Black College Reunion

Sep 26, 2010

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Memorial Union

Varies

University Special events

Final day of 3-day reunion - Pre-registration required (by Aug. 20) - Farewell breakfast at Memorial Union

Softball

Sep 26, 2010

11:00 AM

Southwest Athletic Complex

free

Athletics Athletics

ISU vs. Iowa Lakes Community College (doubleheader).

Buck Bowling

Sep 26, 2010

12:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Underground, Memorial Union

$1

Student Engagement Arts, performances Student activities

$1 bowling, $ 1 shoes, and $1 soda.

Soccer

Sep 26, 2010

1:00 PM

ISU Soccer Complex

$5, free for children two and younger

Athletics Athletics

ISU vs. Kansas.

Argentine Tango Practica with Valerie Williams

Sep 26, 2010

4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Workspace at the Iowa State Memorial Union

ISU five punches for $30, Public five punches for $40

The Workspace Arts, performances Special events Student activities

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

Monday, 27 Sep 2010

Young Women in Business Conference: "Unleash Your Potential"

Sep 27, 2010

8:30 AM - 3:30 PM

Gerdin Business Building

$10

Ivy College of Business Conferences

A conference for females in grades 9 through 12 who want to explore majors in business, learn about career opportunities, ask questions of business faculty members and interact with ISU female business students. Registration due Sept. 20.

Buck Bowling

Sep 27, 2010

12:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Underground, Memorial Union

$1

Student Engagement Arts, performances Student activities

$1 bowling, $ 1 shoes, and $1 soda.

Family Weekend Commemorative Tiles

Sep 27, 2010

3:00 PM

Iowa State Memorial Union

The Workspace Arts, performances Special events Student activities

Buy a limited edition commemorative tile created by the Workspace staff. Each ceramic tile will feature the Family Weekend logo, and sell for $5 each September 27 - October 3. To purchase a tile visit the Workspace during regular hours.

Open forum: Vet Med dean candidate Jean Sander

Sep 27, 2010

3:15 PM - 4:15 PM

1226 College of Veterinary Medicine

Free

College of Veterinary Medicine Meetings, receptions

Sander currently is a professor and associate dean for academic and student affairs in the College of Veterinary Medicine at Ohio State University.

Horticulture Seminar

Sep 27, 2010

4:10 PM - 5:10 PM

118 Horticulture Hall

No Charge

College of Agriculture and Life Sciences

Seedbanking Potential and Nitrogen-based Establishment of Kentucky Bluegrass and Perennial Ryegrass, by Andrew Hoiberg, Ph.D. Graduate Student, Department of Horticulture at Iowa State University

Monday Organ Series

Sep 27, 2010

Sep 27, 2010 - Sep 29, 2010

Martha-Ellen Tye Recital, Music Building

Free

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Arts, performances

Featuring Charles Sukup as guest organist

Reception: To celebrate the arts and humanities at ISU

Sep 27, 2010

5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Campanile Room, Memorial Union

free

Research Meetings, receptions

The university community is invited to this event, hosted by the Center for Excellence in the Arts and Humanities. A program will begin at 6 p.m.

Glass Beads with Rhonda Scott

Sep 27, 2010

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Workspace at the Iowa State Memorial Union

ISU $62, Public $72 - Supplies Included..

The Workspace Arts, performances Special events Student activities

Create Venetian beads by melting glass rods with a handheld torch. Learn how to incorporate special design techniques, such as dots and frit, to personalize your beads. Meets Mondays from 6-8 pm for 5 weeks.

Film and discussion: "Vincent Who?"

Sep 27, 2010

7:00 PM

Pioneer Room, Memorial Union

free

Lecture Series Arts, performances Diversity Lectures

Curtis Chin is a writer, producer and political activist based in Los Angeles. His documentary Vincent Who? recounts the 1982 murder of Vincent Chin, which spurred the Asian American civil rights movement. Vincent Chin was murdered in Detroit by two white autoworkers at the height of anti-Japanese sentiments. A Q&A with producer Curtis Chin will immediately follow the 40-min film.

Monday Night Football

Sep 27, 2010

7:00 PM

Underground, Memorial Union

Free

Student Engagement Arts, performances Student activities

Monday Night Football (MNF) is a live television broadcast of the National Football League

Tuesday, 28 Sep 2010

Tuesday Tea

Sep 28, 2010

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Farm House Museum on central campus

Free

University Museums Arts, performances

Come to the Farm House Museum to enjoy tea and conversation about all things Farm House. Mark your calendar from Noon to 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 Noon to 4:00 pm on Tuesdays so stop in any time.

Marriage Equality: A Discussion

Sep 28, 2010

3:00 PM

Maintenance Shop, Memorial Union

free

Lecture Series Diversity Lectures

"Marriage Equality - A Discussion with Curtis Chin." Chin, former co-chair of the Gay Asian Pacific Islander Men of New York, will lead a discussion on marriage equality. Chin is a writer, producer and political activist based in Los Angeles.

Cornhole with Jonathan Eimer and Annihka Murray

Sep 28, 2010

6:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Workspace at the Iowa State Memorial Union

ISU $73, Public $83 - Supplies included

The Workspace Arts, performances Special events Student activities

Make a custom Cornhole board and bags for your outdoor gatherings and tailgating. Meets Tuesdays from 6 - 8:30 for 2 weeks.

Felted Beads with Annihka Murray

Sep 28, 2010

6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Workspace at the Iowa State Memorial Union

ISU $16, Public $26 - Supplies Included

The Workspace Arts, performances Special events Student activities

Learn to use a wet felting technique to create uniquely colorful and textured beads perfect for jewelry. Meets Tuesdays from 6-7 pm for 2 weeks.

You've Got Mail: Artists' Postcards

Sep 28, 2010

7:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Kocimski Auditorium, 101 College of Design

Free

College of Design Lectures

Printmaker and scholar Amy Worthen is curator of prints at the Des Moines Art Center. She will present a lecture in conjunction with Postcards X: 10th Annual Postcard Print Exchange Exhibition at the ISU College of Design. This will be followed by an opening reception for the exhibition in the college's Gallery 181.

Wednesday, 29 Sep 2010

Sabor Latino

Sep 29, 2010

11:00 AM - 1:30 PM

Union Drive Marketplace, Seasons and Conversations

Student Activities Diversity

Enjoy a taste of Latin America during Sabor Latino, a Latin food tasting event. Cuisine from many Latin American countries will be available. Part of Latino Heritage Month.

Webinar: EAP benefits and services

Sep 29, 2010

12:00 PM - 12:30 PM

Your desktop computer

Free

University Training, development

Find out what Iowa State's employee assistance program (EAP) can do for you and your family during this webinar. Register online (address is above). Space is limited. You will receive a confirmation e-mail with instructions on how to join the webinar.

Retirement reception: Robert Niehoff

Sep 29, 2010

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

142 General Services Building

Free

Operations and Finance Division Meetings, receptions

A retirement reception is planned for Robert Niehoff, mechanical supervisor in facilities planning and management.

Student information session: Applying for 2011-12 leadership awards

Sep 29, 2010

4:00 PM

Gold Room, Memorial Union

free

Student Affairs Special events Student activities

For students interested in applying for one of the president's leadership awards, minority student awards or the Sesquicentennial Leadership Award for the 2011-12 academic year.

Digital Media Lecture Series: David Jason Gerber

Sep 29, 2010

5:30 PM - 7:00 PM

Kocimski Auditorium, 101 Design

free

College of Design Lectures

"Parametric Practices: Models for Design Exploration in Architecture; Information Innovation and Notions for Para-Typing," David Jason Gerber, University of Southern California. Part of the ISU College of Design's Digital Media Lecture Series.

Public forum: Campustown development

Sep 29, 2010

5:30 PM - 6:30 PM

Maintenance Shop, Memorial Union

free

Community Meetings, receptions Special events

Representatives of Kansas City, Mo.-based LANE4 Property Group, the master developer tasked with creating a development concept for Campustown, will share the current project status and findings from public input sessions held in June. Members of the Ames/ISU community are invited.

A Town Meeting on Ethical Action for a Planet in Peril

Sep 29, 2010

7:00 PM

Sun Room, Memorial Union

free

Lecture Series Lectures Live Green

"Moral Ground: A Town Meeting on Ethical Action for a Planet in Peril." Michael Nelson and Kathleen Dean Moore will lead a discussion on the importance of taking personal moral responsibility for the planet as a way to move beyond scientific debates, political legislation and mandates to solve the environmental crisis. Part of the Live Green! Sustainability Series.

Public presentation: Campustown development

Sep 29, 2010

7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Campanile Room, Memorial Union

free

Community Meetings, receptions Student activities

Representatives of Kansas City, Mo.-based LANE4 Property Group, the master developer tasked with creating a development concept for Campustown, will share the current project status and findings from June public input sessions with representatives of the Government of the Student Body/Graduate and Professional Student Senate. Members of the Ames/ISU community may attend the presentation.

Sculptural Ceramics with Penny Hanson

Sep 29, 2010

7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Workspace at the Iowa State Memorial Union

ISU $55, Public $65 - Supplies included

The Workspace Arts, performances Special events Student activities

Learn the basic techniques of handbuilding which will lead to a sculptural process through a series of three projects. Meets Wednesdays from 7 - 9pm for 6 weeks.

Thursday, 30 Sep 2010

Chemical & Biological Engineering Seminar

Sep 30, 2010

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

171 Durham

College of Engineering Lectures

"Design of Highly Elastic nanostructured Hydrogel Networks" by Travis S. Bailey, Colorado State University