Wednesday, 06 Nov 2013
Graduate College students: cancel graduation
Last day for graduate students to cancel graduation without being assessed a nonrefundable graduation fee.
Retirement symposium
"Rock on to Retirement," annual symposium free and open to the public. Presenters include Barb Wollan, ISU Extension and Outreach (personal finances); Donald Erickson, Chartered Financial (estate planning); and Peggy Whorton-Folsom, Aging Resources of Central Iowa (housing options). Please register in advance.
Fulbright Lunch & Learn Seminar Series
"Journalism, social media, and the flowering of democracy in Burma/Myanmar," Steve Coon, Journalism, Myanmar (Burma), 2013 Bring your lunch and learn from Fulbright alumni and current Fulbright-sponsored grantees about a variety of Fulbright Programs. All seminars will start at 12:10 pm and last 20-30 minutes, thus allowing ample time for discussion and socializing.
University policies for non-tenure eligible faculty
An event for lecturers/senior lecturers, clinicians/senior clinicians, and adjunct faculty on university policies.
Cyclone Pride Buttons at The Workspace
Make your own button design or choose your favorite ISU logo - retro to new! Drop in during open hours all week.
ISU Library Workshop: Getting Started with EndNote Basic
EndNote Basic is a free bibliographic management program that helps researchers organize, format and use collected citations in writing projects. Preregistration is required online.
Nanoscale Seminar Series
"Axial Composition Gradients and Phase Segregation Regulate the Aspect Ratio of Cu2ZnSnS4 Nanorods," Michelle Thompson, Vela Group, ISU chemistry.
SUB General Meeting
Check out our general meeting this week. It's not too late to get involved!
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.
Cartoonish Architecture: Jimenez Lai
Jimenez Lai is an assistant professor at the University of Illinois at Chicago and founder of Bureau Spectacular, which engages the design of architecture through storytelling, cartoon narratives, installations, models and small buildings. Part of the 2013-14 Architecture Advisory Council Lecture Series.
Stamped Spoon Pendant Class
Spoon handles are used to make rings, but you can use the rest of the spoon to make an unconventional pendant. Personalize it with letter stamps after flattening. Add beads and baubles to add personality. Leave class with a one-of-a-kind necklace.
Fine Dining Dinner: Cuisine of the Southern United States
Prepared and hosted by students in HRI 487/587 (Fine Dining Event Management Dinners). Doors open at 6:15 p.m.; serving begins at 6:30.
Cyclone Cinema: White House Down
The Student Union Board presents Cyclone Cinema! This week we will be showing White House Down! Showings are FREE in Carver 101 at 7 and 10 p.m. every Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Hope to see you there!
Is the War on Drugs Helping or Harming?
Brian Leininger is a criminal defense lawyer and member of the Legal Committee of NORML, a national organization working to legalize the responsible use of marijuana. He speaks on behalf of LEAP, Law Enforcement Against Prohibition.
Women's Basketball
ISU vs. Carthage College (exhibition).
Grandma Mojo's Moonshine Revival
Grandma Mojo's Moonshine Revival is a student run improv troupe on campus. They perform in the M-Shop on various Wednesdays during the semester. Grandma Mojo's is the best and cheapest date on campus - admission is only $1!