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What is featured?

Sunday, 29 Oct 2017

Concert: ISU Statesmen

Oct 29, 2017

1:30 PM

Martha-Ellen Tye Recital Hall, Music Hall

$5

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Arts, performances

The Iowa Statesmen, one of the region's leading men's choirs, was founded by Dr. Rodde in the fall of 2000. The ensemble specializes in the performance of traditional and contemporary male chorus literature.

Walk-in Argentine Tango

Oct 29, 2017

4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

The Workspace

ISU Five lessons for $35, Public Five lessons for $45

Student Engagement Arts, performances Student activities

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

Concert: Amara Piano Quartet

Oct 29, 2017

7:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Martha-Ellen Tye Recital Hall, Music Hall

free

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Arts, performances

Members of the Ames Piano Quartet include Boro Martinic-Jercic, violin; Jonathan Sturm, viola; George Work, cello; Mei-Hsuan Huang, piano.

Monday, 30 Oct 2017

Art + Issues- Building a Campus Community

Oct 30, 2017

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Christian Petersen Art Museum, 1017 Morrill Hall

free

University Museums Arts, performances

The University Museums exist to celebrate the diversity of our cultural heritage and through art teach critical thinking and generate dialogue that helps to build an inclusive campus community. Topics that relate to current events will be presented and attendees are encouraged to bring other discussion topics with them with a goal of generating understanding in a safe, inclusive, and inspiring space.

Retirement reception: Mark Hanna

Oct 30, 2017

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

Sukup Hall atrium

free

College of Engineering Meetings, receptions

Mark Hanna, scientist and Extension agricultural engineer in the agricultural and biosystems engineering department, is retiring after 44 years of service to the university.

Adobe Lightroom 101

Oct 30, 2017

6:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Reiman Gardens

Reiman Gardens Training, development

This six-week course is designed to help you learn the basics of Lightroom, a very powerful photo editing program. Professional photographer and instructor Mark Stoltenberg will help to adjust your images, remove red eye and more. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced photographer, learn to more easily import, organize, enhance and share your photos.

Volleyball

Oct 30, 2017

6:30 PM

Hilton Coliseum

$5

Athletics Athletics

Iowa State vs. North Dakota. Game times and dates are subject to change.

Documentary & Discussion: Food Evolution

Oct 30, 2017

7:00 PM

Great Hall, Memorial Union

free

Lecture Series Diversity Lectures Live Green Student activities

Narrated by Neil deGrasse Tyson, the documentary film "Food Evolution" wrestles with the emotions and the evidence driving one of the most heated arguments of our time: GMOs and food.

Tuesday, 31 Oct 2017

Retirement reception: Al Brooks

Oct 31, 2017

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Memorial Union, Campanile Room

Operations and Finance Division Meetings, receptions

Al Brooks, director of research/major contracts in procurement services, is retiring after 41 years of service to the university, including 31 years in procurement services. A program will begin at 3 p.m.

Seminar: Geological & Atmospheric Sciences

Oct 31, 2017

4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

2050 Agronomy

free

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Lectures

"Down-to Earth Science: Some Powerful Little Tools in the Toolbox" by William Shefchik, Burns & McDonnell Engineering Company, Kansas City, MO.

Photography Master Study

Oct 31, 2017

6:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Reiman Gardens

Reiman Gardens

4-session program beginning Tuesday, October 31, 6:00 - 8:30 p.m. (NO CLASS 11/21). Back by popular demand, a new Master study course featuring eight new photography masters!

Ghost Stories of Iowa State

Oct 31, 2017

7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

2019 Morrill Hall

free

University Museums Arts, performances

How much do you know of campus history, legend, and lore? Join University Museums for an evening of historic and haunted stories about Iowa State and discover who may be haunting your lecture hall!

Black Jacket Symphony presents Prince's Purple Rain

Oct 31, 2017

7:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Stephens Auditorium

$25-$55

Iowa State Center Arts, performances

The Black Jacket Symphony announces a special performance to honor one of the greatest musicians of our time - Prince. More than an artist, he was a legend...an icon...other-worldly. His music transcended boundaries that nobody knew existed. While he has left this earth, his music will live on forever. Join Black Jacket Symphony as they celebrate the life of this iconic musician by recreating "Purple Rain" + more great hits!

Wednesday, 01 Nov 2017

Graduate College students: cancel graduation

Nov 01, 2017

All day

Academic Affairs Academic calendar

Graduate College: last day for graduate students to cancel graduation through AccessPlus without being assessed a nonrefundable graduation fee.

Graduate College: oral examinations

Nov 01, 2017

All day

Academic Affairs Academic calendar

Graduate College: Last day to submit the Request for Final Oral Exam form for Fall 2017 graduation.

Meeting: Professional and Scientific Council

Nov 01, 2017

2:10 PM - 4:00 PM

Gallery, Memorial Union

free

Groups, governance Meetings, receptions

The P&S Council is a representative body elected by, and responsible to, Professional and Scientific employees at Iowa State University. Meetings are open to the public.

Macro Photo 101

Nov 01, 2017

6:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Reiman Gardens

Reiman Gardens

4-session program beginning Wednesday, November 1, 6:00 - 8:30 p.m. (NO CLASS 11/22). This four-part workshop will cover the basics of macro photography including equipment and how to use it, depth of field, aperture, light, composition, finding your subject and tips and tricks.

Fine dining dinner: College Classics, Reinvented

Nov 01, 2017

6:30 PM

Tearoom, 23A MacKay Hall

$30 ($35 with wine)

College of Human Sciences Special events

One of three themed dinners hosted this semester by students in hospitality management 487/587: Fine Dining Event Management. Reservations are required.

Concert: ISU Wind and Percussion ensembles

Nov 01, 2017

7:30 PM - 9:00 PM

Martha-Ellen Tye Recital Hall, Music Hall

$5

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Arts, performances

Michael Golemo is the conductor of the Wind Ensemble; Jonathan Sharp is the conductor of the Percussion Ensemble.

Lecture: The Economy and You, Separating the Facts from the Fiction

Nov 01, 2017

8:00 PM

Sun Room, Memorial Union

free

Lecture Series Lectures Student activities

Peter Dunn is a personal finance expert known as Pete the Planner with a USA Today financial advice column and The Million Dollar Plan Podcast. He is the founder of Advanced Planning Solutions, a financial education firm, and author of 10 books.

Grandma Mojo's Moonshine Revival Comedy Troupe

Nov 01, 2017

10:00 PM

M-Shop

$1

Student Union Board Arts, performances Student activities

Grandma Mojo's Moonshine Revival is Iowa State University's student comedy, improv group. Holding shows on some Wednesday nights, you can come and laugh to your hearts content at the Mojos, and with the Mojos.

Thursday, 02 Nov 2017

Registration begins for sophomores: Spring 2018

Nov 02, 2017

All day

Academic Affairs Academic calendar

First day of assigned Spring 2018 registration dates for students projected as sophomores. Hours for AccessPlus registration are 7 a.m. to 11 p.m., Monday--Saturday.

Flu shot clinic for university employees

Nov 02, 2017

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

G11 TASF, 2408 Pammel Dr.

No cost for eligible employees

University Special events

A limited supply of flu vaccine remains from the clinic held Oct. 9-20 for ISU employees and will be administered on a walk-in basis. Bring your ISU Card and wear a shirt with short or loose-fitting sleeves.

Caterpillar Club

Nov 02, 2017

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Reiman Gardens

Reiman Gardens

Join us WEEKLY this winter for our popular Early Childhood Development program featuring stories and creative activities around a nature-based theme.

Cyclone Club Luncheon

Nov 02, 2017

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Reiman Ballroom, Alumni Center

$12 for optional lunch

Athletics Meetings, receptions

Featured speaker is volleyball coach Christy Johnson-Lynch; emceed by Voice of the Cyclones John Walters. Luncheons are open to the public. An optional lunch, catered by Hy-Vee, is available. Doors open at 11:30 a.m.

Getting Started with Arduino, Raspberry Pi and Makey Makey

Nov 02, 2017

3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

Parks Library

free

University Library Training, development

Want to build a banana piano or a temperature sensor alarm? Maybe you want a houseplant to Tweet when it needs watering, or you're just interested in learning more about electronics and how they work? Preregistration is required. Register through Learn@ISU. Please let us know if you need any kind of accommodation.

Crafty Cocktail Night

Nov 02, 2017

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Reiman Gardens

$10-$12.50

Reiman Gardens Arts, performances

"Upcycled T-shirts: Bags, Bracelets, Blankets and Poms." Join us at the Gardens after hours for a creative project while you sip on adult beverages in a beautiful setting! Bring in a handful of old t-shirts and learn how to repurpose them into a variety of useful and sporty items.

Cyclone Cinema: Atomic Blonde

Nov 02, 2017

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!

Lecture: How Lucy Died and Why It Matters

Nov 02, 2017

7:00 PM

Great Hall, Memorial Union

free

Lecture Series Diversity Lectures Student activities

John Kappelman, a paleoanthropologist and professor at the University of Texas at Austin, will discuss the most famous fossil in the world - Lucy, an ancient human ancestor found in Ethiopia in 1974 - and what her bones tell us about our evolutionary history.