Sunday, 13 Oct 2013
Latino Heritage Month Button Making
Celebrate the long and important presence of Hispanic and Latino Americans in north America during Latino Heritage Month stop by during open hours September 23 - October 13 to make a button or magnet. Designs feature inspirational quotes and iconic images that celebrate achievements by Latino Americans.
Shrinky Dink Jewelry Class
Try one of the hottest trends in jewelry! Shrinky Dink jewelry is lightweight, inexpensive, colorful and fun. Experiment with two types of shrink plastic, sample different materials that can be used to color the plastic, and learn about recycling plastic from the grocery store. So many possibilities--come and play!
Argentine Tango Practica
This Milonga (dance party) is a multi-level class with lots of time to enjoy the music and dance.
Cyclone Cinema: Despicable Me 2
The Student Union Board presents Cyclone Cinema! This week we will be showing Despicable Me 2! Showings are FREE in Carver 101 at 7 and 10 p.m. every Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Hope to see you there!
Concert: Faculty Chamber Music
Chamber Music
Stephen Kellogg Band w/ Caroline Brooks (Roots Rock)
For more information about this event, please follow the link above!
Cyclone Cinema: Despicable Me 2
The Student Union Board presents Cyclone Cinema! This week we will be showing Despicable Me 2! Showings are FREE in Carver 101 at 7 and 10 p.m. every Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Hope to see you there!
Monday, 14 Oct 2013
International seminar
Featured speakers are Agus Pakpahan, chair of the Commission for the Biosafety of Genetically Modified Organisms, who will present "Sustainability, Opportunities and Challenges in Indonesia." Adam Kighoma Malima, a Tanzanian politician and member of parliament since 2010, will speak about "The Opportunities and Challenges Facing the Agricultural Sector in Tanzania."
Statistics Seminar
"A workbench based approach for repeatable experiments in software", Shashi K. Gadia, Computer Science Department, Iowa State University, Ames
Photoshop Class
Explore the basic tools of Photoshop. This class will be a slowly paced, step-by-step, follow-along class for the raw beginner. Get a handle on the basic functionality of this complicated program including: layers, cropping, filters, brushes, text and shapes. Participants are encouraged to bring a laptop with Photoshop CS3 or higher. Otherwise, you are welcome to sit in and take notes.
Intermediate Metal Clay: Natural Agate with Copper Setting Class
Create a stunning pendant that features a natural agate set in copper. Learn to calculate shrinkage and design a metal clay setting with a bezel and prongs. Learn which natural stones can be fired in a kiln and which stones must be set after firing. If you have already taken a metal clay class, you are ready for this project.
Scientific Discovery and the Fight to End Global Hunger
Marc Van Montagu, Mary-Dell Chilton and Robert T. Fraley are joint recipients of the 2013 World Food Prize for their research and achievements in agricultural biotechnology. Norman E. Borlaug Lecture
Tuesday, 15 Oct 2013
Agronomy Seminar
Plant Made Pharmaceuticals-Recombinant AMPs Against Skin Infections Dr. Michael Kleine, CEO of Planton GmbH, Kiel, Germany
Ag Fall Career Day
Learn about career opportunities in agriculture and the life sciences. This event is hosted by the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences Career Services.
Lunchtime Gallery Talk
This talk will explore the work of Jay N. "Ding" Darling through the eyes of an ecologist, Dr. Jim Pease, who will discuss the natural landscapes and birds preserved through the work of Darling.
Geological & Atmospheric Sciences Seminar
"Simulating Impacts of Changes in Climate and Land Use on Water Sustainability and Crop Yields" by Dave Hyndman, Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI
How Migration Is Changing Our World
Economist Paul Collier is author of The Bottom Billion and an expert on developing markets and financial opportunities within the poorest countries. He is currently Advisor to the Strategy and Policy Department of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and advisor to the Africa Region of the World Bank. Part of the World Affairs Series: Development, Defense and Diplomacy.
Open Mic Night
Open mic night gives students the chance to show off their talents to their fellow students. Many are musicians, comedians, and poets. So come on out and show us what kind of talents you have.
Wednesday, 16 Oct 2013
An Epic Win: Using Blackboard to facilitate Game-based Learning (GBL)
In the Game-based Learning (GBL) model of classroom instruction, students are actively engaged. Well designed challenges help students collaborate and compete towards a shared goal. Come to this seminar to see how one instructor is using the tools in Blackboard to facilitate Game-based Learning in a large lecture course.
HeartReach Mobile Lab
The HeartReach Mobile Lab will be on campus to conduct heart and stroke screenings. Cost varies for screenings. Call 866-935-5432 to make an appointment. More information, including costs, are available online at http://www.iowahealth.org/heartreach.aspx.
Iowa Latina/o Education Initiative Conference
Speakers include Loui Olivas, president of the American Association of Hispanics in Higher Education; Maria Harper-Marinick, executive vice chancellor and provost, Maricopa Community Collges, Arizona; and Felix Aquino, vice president for academic affairs, Oklahoma City Community College.
WestCyde Boutique Open House
Join us at our WestCyde Boutique Open House to browse new fall fashions & the latest home decor! You can even register to win a Stephanie Dawn bag valued at $40!
Behind the Scenes
"Maintenance Building" This program is perfect for Volunteers! Join staff each month for an interactive, behind the scenes look at Reiman Gardens.
Faculty research luncheon
Learn about offices and units that support faculty research during this meet-and-greet luncheon hosted by the vice president for research and economic development.
ArtWalk: Harl Commons
Join University Museums for a tour of the newly completed Harl Commons in Curtiss Hall. Enjoy an introduction to the Art on Campus by Corinne Ulmann and Julie Chang. Meet your guide in the Harl Commons on the ground floor of Curtiss Hall.
Nanoscale Seminar Series
"An Analytical Approach To Far-Field Subdiffraction Imaging With Stimulated Emission Depletion Microscopy," Michael Lesoine, Smith Group, ISU chemistry.
Artful Yoga
Build strength, endurance, and balance in a yoga class that will leave you feeling relaxed and centered. Behind all of those sore muscles you may find patience, peace, and a stronger mind/body connection. No yoga experience is necessary, but please bring your own mat. This free yoga practice is sponsored by the University Museums and Recreation Services.
Oil Painting Class
Through this class, students will become comfortable using oil paint, and gain confidence in color mixing, composition, and paint application. It is meant for both beginners who have never painted before and more experienced painters who would like to try a new perspective and get a chance to paint with others. Students will share supplies.
Latin American Film Festival: Chinese Take-Away
The Department of World Languages and Cultures, The World Film Studies Program and The ISU Student Union Board (SUB) proudly presents : Chinese Take-Out (Un Cuento Chino) Sebastián Borensztein / Argentina / Spain / 98 min / 2012 / Spanish with English subtitles