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Sunday, 05 Oct 2014

Bonsai Show

Oct 05, 2014

All day

Reiman Gardens

$4-$8

Reiman Gardens

The private bonsai collections of Iowa Bonsai Association members will be on display at Reiman Gardens for the Annual Fall Bonsai Show. The show will be open to the public from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. with presentations and informal demonstrations each day.

Softball

Oct 05, 2014

11:45 AM

Cyclone Sports Complex

free

Athletics Athletics

Iowa State vs. Northern Iowa (Big Four Fall Tournament).

Soccer

Oct 05, 2014

1:00 PM

Cyclone Sports Complex

free

Athletics Athletics

Iowa State vs. Oklahoma

Performance: Spring Awakening

Oct 05, 2014

2:00 PM - 4:30 PM

Fisher Theater, Ames

Adults $18, seniors $16, students $11

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Arts, performances

This play set in 19th century Germany tells the story of teenagers discovering their sexuality in a repressive society. Mature themes, sexual situations, and explicit language.

Softball

Oct 05, 2014

2:00 PM

Cyclone Sports Complex

free

Athletics Athletics

Iowa State vs. Drake (Big Four Fall Tournament).

Wedgwood Gallery Talk and Reception

Oct 05, 2014

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Brunnier Art Museum

free

University Museums Arts, performances

The iconic blue and white jasperware that has come to exemplify the ceramic work of Wedgwood throughout the world is only a small portion of the innovative production created during the company's over 250 year existence. The founder and father of the company, Josiah Wedgwood, was not simply a potter, but an astute businessman, marketer, and one of the most innovative ceramic scientists that has ever worked in the field. Join Assistant Curator Ad

Argentine Tango

Oct 05, 2014

4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Workspace at the Iowa State Memorial Union

ISU: 5 punches for $35, Public: 5 punches for $45

The Workspace Arts, performances Diversity Student activities

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. 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.

Cyclone Cinema: Maleficient

Oct 05, 2014

7:00 PM

Carver Hall 101

free

Student Union Board Student activities

The Student Union Board presents Cyclone Cinema! Showings are FREE in Carver 101 at 7 and 10 p.m. every Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Hope to see you there!

George Work, cello

Oct 05, 2014

7:30 PM - 8:50 PM

Martha-Ellen Tye Recital, Music Building

no cost

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Arts, performances

Faculty member George Work will perform.

Monday, 06 Oct 2014

Advising period for Spring 2015 registration begins

Oct 06, 2014

All day

Academic Affairs Academic calendar

Advising period for Spring 2015 registration begins.

Flu Shot Clinic

Oct 06, 2014

10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

205 Technical and Administrative Services Facility

free

University Training, development

Occupational medicine staff will administer flu shots (while supplies last) weekdays from Oct. 6 to Oct. 17. No appointment is necessary. Bring your ISU ID card to the shot clinic and wear a short-sleeve or loose-fitting shirt for better access to your arm. Because parking is limited in front of TASF, consider walking or biking to the clinic.

Cy Buttons for Homecoming Week

Oct 06, 2014

2:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Workspace at the Iowa State Memorial Union

$0.50 per button

The Workspace Arts, performances Student activities

Choose your favorite ISU logo--vintage or new--and make it into a button or magnet. Show your Cyclone Pride!

Online Tele-Workshop: Multiweek course: Developing the Resilient Writing Spirit: How to Overcome Shame and Impostor Feeling - 1

Oct 06, 2014

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

Online Tele-Workshop - National Center for Faculty Diversity and Development

Free

Academic Affairs Training, development

This is a 3-week workshop focused on developing one's sense of worthiness to express one's ideas and become prolific as a minoritized scholar.

Statistics Seminar

Oct 06, 2014

4:10 PM - 5:00 PM

Snedecor 3105

Free

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Lectures

"A frequency domain empirical likelihood for spatial data," Dan Nordman, Department of Statistics, Iowa State University, Ames

Reception: Bruce Thompson commemoration

Oct 06, 2014

5:15 PM

Applied Science Complex II, 1915 Scholl Road

free

College of Engineering Meetings, receptions

The Center for Nondestructive Evaluation will unveil a commemorative bust honoring the late Bruce Thompson. He served as the center's director from 1997-2011. A reception will follow.

Woodshop Orientation Class

Oct 06, 2014

6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Workspace at the Iowa State Memorial Union

ISU $10, Public $20

The Workspace Arts, performances Student activities

For the beginner who wants to learn the fundamentals of woodworking equipment. Proper usage of the machinery will be covered, as well as woodshop safety. This class is required in order to use the woodshop on your own.

Broken China Jewelry Class

Oct 06, 2014

7:00 PM - 9:30 PM

Workspace at the Iowa State Memorial Union

ISU $30, Public $40 (includes supplies)

The Workspace Arts, performances Student activities

Find the perfect use for that lovely chipped china! Learn to cut and shape pieces of china and add solder to make gorgeous pendants. China will be available, but feel free to bring in something special from Grandma.

Writing about Iowa: A Conversation with Jane Smiley

Oct 06, 2014

7:00 PM

Sun Room, Memorial Union

free

Lecture Series Lectures Student activities

Pulitzer Prize-winning author Jane Smiley discusses her new novel, "Some Luck." Book signing to follow.

Concert: Merle Haggard

Oct 06, 2014

7:30 PM

Stephens Auditorium

$39-$75

Iowa State Center Arts, performances

Country legend Merle Haggard will perform in Ames on October 6!

Tuesday, 07 Oct 2014

Training: "How to Write a P&S Position Description"

Oct 07, 2014

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

Determined at registration

University Training, development

University human resources is offering training on "How to Write a Professional and Scientific Position Description" in conjunction with the new PeopleAdmin 7 system training. Anyone who writes or assists with writing position descriptions is encouraged to attend. Training is offered weekly beginning Aug. 26 through Nov. 24. To register, go to AccessPlus (Employee tab > UHR Training) and choose the class you wish to attend.

Workshop: Write Winning Grant Proposals

Oct 07, 2014

8:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Sun Room, Memorial Union

Free (workbook purchase required)

Research Conferences Training, development

"Write Winning Grant Proposals," presented by John Roberts, Grant Writers' Seminars and Workshops LLC. Organized by the Office of the Vice President for Research for faculty and staff. Registration is free; space is limited. The purchase of a $70-$75 workbook is required.

Roundtable: Using Zoom for Collaboration and Student Engagement in a Blended/Online Class

Oct 07, 2014

12:10 PM - 1:00 PM

1230 Communications Building

free

Center for Excellence in Learning and Teaching Training, development

After using Zoom.us extensively in teaching, Dr. Stephens will highlight the benefits and limitations of this technology, including the students' perspectives. Particular focus on pedagogical techniques and a list of best practices will be shared followed by an open discussion to engage all attendees. Bring your portable device and try out discussed features during our meeting.

Service-Learning: A Teaching and Learning Circle

Oct 07, 2014

12:10 PM - 1:00 PM

2030 Morrill Hall

Center for Excellence in Learning and Teaching Training, development

This teaching and learning circle will offer a brief introduction to the topic of service-learning and progress into a deeper discussion of how to make meaning out of service-learning. Three essential elements, student self-efficacy, empathy, and problem-solving, will provide the framework for this on-going dialogue. Facilitated by University Professor Suzanne Hendrich

Cy Buttons for Homecoming Week

Oct 07, 2014

2:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Workspace at the Iowa State Memorial Union

$0.50 per button

The Workspace Arts, performances Student activities

Choose your favorite ISU logo--vintage or new--and make it into a button or magnet. Show your Cyclone Pride!

Concert: ISU Collage of Choirs

Oct 07, 2014

3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

CY Stephens Auditorium

$10.00 adults; $5.00 students. Tickets available at the door or the Stephens Box Office.

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Arts, performances

Each year well over 300 students take part in the ISU Collage of Choirs. Participants represent nearly all academic disciplines and majors.

Geological & Atmospheric Sciences Seminar

Oct 07, 2014

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

2050 Agronomy

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Diversity

"Multi-Scale Modeling of the Endangered Pallid Sturgeon Population in the Lower Missouri River Under Climate Change" by Dr. Mark Wildhaber, USGS

Class: Beginner Photography

Oct 07, 2014

6:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Reiman Gardens

Cost is $48 for members, $60 for the general public, and ISU students pay 15% off the member price.

Reiman Gardens

This is a four part course on Tuesdays, October 7, October 14, October 21, and October 28 from 6:00 to 8:30 p.m. This four-part workshop will cover the basics of photography including equipment and how to use it, depth of field, aperture, light, composition, finding your subject and tips and tricks. Each class is broken into 3 parts: classroom discussion, hands-on practice taking pictures by the students and review of the images taken.

Jewelry Casting Class

Oct 07, 2014

6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Workspace at the Iowa State Memorial Union

ISU $76, Public $86 (includes supplies)

The Workspace Arts, performances Student activities

Lost-wax casting is an ago-old sculptural jewelry process. Students will incorporate both hand carved and molded forms that will be cast in brass. Final pieces can be pendants, pins or miniatures.

Wednesday, 08 Oct 2014

Brown Bag: Portfolio Development

Oct 08, 2014

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Memorial Union, Sun Room

free

Academic Affairs Lectures Training, development

Learn how to package your professional credentials as you prepare materials for promotion to full professor. This session is targeted toward associate professors and their mentors, however, assistant professors and their mentors also would benefit. Presenters are CALS senior associate dean Joe Colletti and associate dean for academic and global programs David Acker. Please bring your lunch; beverages and dessert will be provided.

Iowa State Healthiest State Walk

Oct 08, 2014

12:00 PM - 12:15 PM

Iowa State University campus

Free

College of Human Sciences Special events

Join the College of Human Sciences and Iowa State University in Iowa State's portion of the Healthiest State Walk. The Healthiest State Walk is an event curated by the Healthiest State Initiative, which aims to aid Iowa in becoming the healthiest state in the nation by 2016. Register for the walk by following this link: bit.ly/isuwalk