Sunday, 18 Sep 2011
"Little Dresses for Africa" Work Day
Simple dresses made out of pillowcases provide relief and hope for the children of Africa. We will provide the supplies, but can use the hands of volunteers to assist with making the dresses.
"Create Peace" T-Shirts for 11 Days of Global Unity
The Workspace is participating in the 11 days of peace. Come to the Workspace with a t-shirt and we will screenprint our custom "Create Peace" design on it for $2. (Readymade shirts available for $8)
SUB Film: The Hangover Part II
Cyclone Cinema presents The Hangover Part II!
Tango Practica
This Milonga (dance party) is a multi-level class with lots of time to enjoy the music and dance. From 4- 5pm moves for beginners are introduced with a different figure each week along with techniques for dancing better.
Tango Practica
This Milonga (dance party) is a multi-level class with lots of time to enjoy the music and dance. From 5 - 7pm the dance floor is yours for dancing under the guidance of Valerie and working with different partners. An intermediate level figure will also be introduced during this time.
SUB Film: The Hangover Part II
Cyclone Cinema presents The Hangover Part II!
Monday, 19 Sep 2011
ISU Major Fair
Iowa State students looking to select a major or minor can experience one-stop shopping at the ISU Major Fair on Monday, Sept. 19, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Memorial Union Great Hall. All ISU colleges and 102 majors will be represented.
"Create Peace" T-Shirts for 11 Days of Global Unity
The Workspace is participating in the 11 days of peace. Come to the Workspace with a t-shirt and we will screenprint our custom "Create Peace" design on it for $2. (Readymade shirts available for $8)
Camera Basics with Luke Healey
Your camera works fine as a "point and shoot" but do you want to take even better pictures? Learn how in this class as you look at photo basics with the digital camera in mind.
Mixed Metal Clay with Rhonda Scott
Use a combination of copper, bronze and silver metal clays to create jewelry components that can be used as charms, for earrings or a pendant.
Tuesday, 20 Sep 2011
Fee Payment deadline for fall
Second payment (minimum due).
Watercolors in the Garden: The figure in the landscape
Join Jo Myers-Walker of the Left Bank Studio in Gilbert, Iowa as she teaches a series of ten classes on watercolors while being inspired by the surrounding gardens. Classes will focus on the figure in the landscape taking inspiration from tree and bonsai. Participants will get to showcase their art during the Bonsai Show on Saturday, October 8th. All skill levels welcome. Sign up for one class or all ten!
Chemical and Biological Engineering Graduate Seminar Series
"Combining the tools of materials science and biology: solutions in low-cost diagnostic" Rebecca Cademartiti, Iowa State University
Tuesday Tea: Victorian Architecture
Come to the Farm House Museum to enjoy tea and conversation about all things Farm House. Mark your calendar from noon to 1 p.m. and enjoy the 150-year-old structure in a whole new way. Check the University Museums website to learn the discussion topic. Can't make it at noon? The Farm House will be serving tea from noon to 4 p.m. on Tuesdays. Reservations not required.
"Create Peace" T-Shirts for 11 Days of Global Unity
The Workspace is participating in the 11 days of peace. Come to the Workspace with a t-shirt and we will screenprint our custom "Create Peace" design on it for $2. (Readymade shirts available for $8)
Geological & Atmospheric Sciences Seminar
"Water, CO2 and the sun: geological perspective of the climate issue" by Jan Veizer, University of Ottawa, Canada
Works in Progress Series: Michael Bailey
Michael Bailey, associate professor of history, will present "Sites of Superstition on U.S. College Campuses" as part of the Works in Progress Series, which features informal talks by faculty from the Colleges of Design and Liberal Arts & Sciences.
Bookshelves with Dan Neubauer
Everyone could use another set of book shelves - why not customize yours? Create basic shelves in dimensions that suit your needs.
Wednesday, 21 Sep 2011
Degree audit deadline for fall
Last day to change degree audit information for fall semester.
Fall convocation: College of Veterinary Medicine
The program includes remarks from dean Lisa Nolan and department chairs, and the presentation of annual college awards. A continental breakfast will be served beginning at 7:15 a.m.
Open house: Leadership and Service Center
The new Leadership and Service Center, sponsored by the Student Activities Center, is a resource for students to explore their leadership and service journeys. The center is open Monday-Friday, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
College of Veterinary Medicine: Ramsey Lecture
"Progress Toward A High-Performance, Brain-Machine Interface," Andy Schwartz, University of Pittsburgh. A research poster session precedes the lecture at 11:15 a.m. in the west (fish tank) lobby.
Informational lunch: ISU MBA program
Learn more about the MBA program offered in the College of Business. Lunch is provided. Register online.
"Create Peace" T-Shirts for 11 Days of Global Unity
Last day to come to the Workspace with a t-shirt and we will screenprint our custom "Create Peace" design on it for $2. (Readymade shirts available for $8)
Concert: ISU Wind Ensemble
Michael Golemo, conductor
Fall convocation: College of Agriculture and Life Sciences
The program includes the introduction of the college's new faculty since last fall and brief comments from dean Wendy Wintersteen. A reception will follow.
Recycled Glass Necklace with Terrie Hoefer
Create glass elements and learn to knot them together with hemp, accent beads and copper wire for a trendy, Bohemian necklace.
Inuit Culture of North Canada
Peter Irniq is a longtime resident of the Kivalliq Region of Nunavut in Canada's Northwest Territories and a member of the indigenous Inuit peoples. He will be in Ames to build three inuksuit, or "signposts of the north," in local parks Sept. 18-Oct. 1.
Volleyball
ISU vs. Missouri
The Mystical Arts of Tibet
"The Mystical Arts of Tibet: The Symbolism of the Sand," Mandala, Head Lama of the Drepung Loseling Monastery. Buddhist monks from the the Drepung Loseling Monastery will create a mandala sand painting in the lobby of the Memorial Union, Sept. 19-22 (10 a.m.- 5 p.m. daily). The process consists of opening ceremony with chants, music and mantra recitation and ends with the dismantling of the mandala and dispersal of the sand.