Sunday, 10 Jun 2018
Walk-in Argentine Tango
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 better dancing. From 5-7pm, the floor is yours for dancing under the guidance of Valerie Williams, and for working with different partners. An intermediate level figure will also be introduced during this time.
Monday, 11 Jun 2018
The Research-Based Flipped Classroom and Team-Based Learning
A 3-part series. The research-based flipped classroom and team-based learning (TBL), an increasingly-popular form of flipped-classroom where small-group learning that can be implemented effectively in small or large classes.
Hand-Painted Beads Walk-In Craft
Paint ten baubles - eight bisque beads and two bisque pendants. We will fire them in about a week, and when you come for pick up we will send leather cord to start showing off your hand-painted jewelry.
Drawing Class
Take this opportunity to learn and develop drawing skills, whether you are a beginner who likes to doodle or an artist with experience.
Tuesday, 12 Jun 2018
Plant Pals
Join us weekly on Tuesdays as our kids' horticulture program covers more diverse topics and expands to other areas of the Gardens.
Repurposed Metal Bracelets Class
Learn basic metalworking and jewelry making techniques while repurposing vintage objects into wearable art.
Repurposed Metal Bracelets Class
Learn basic metalworking and jewelry making techniques while repurposing vintage objects into wearable art.
Striped Cutting Board Class
Using strips of hardwood like maple, walnut and cherry, create a cutting board that will be a beautiful addition to your kitchen.
Wheel Pottery Class
Get your hands dirty and make beautiful things! Start with centering clay and pulling cylinders, the building blocks to throwing on the wheel.
Wednesday, 13 Jun 2018
Homeschool Day: Insects
Reiman Gardens is excited to invite home-schooled students and parents for a day of guided experiences and learning stations that explore concepts around an educational theme. Take advantage of this exploration of real-world science throughout the Gardens!
Art Walk: Hidden in Plain Sight
The Art on Campus Collection is more than the statement making, large-scale works of art that can be seen across campus. It also includes some "hidden" objects that invite closer and more intimate study. Join us as we explore these often overlooked works of art. Meet inside the first floor rotunda, west entrance of Curtiss Hall.
Intro to Hand Lettering Class
Learn the basics of letter forms and techniques using some of the most popular pens, markers, and watercolors.
Thursday, 14 Jun 2018
Plant Walk: Host Plants
What IS that plant? Get to know the works of art in our living museum from the expert herself - join Lindsey Smith, Reiman Gardens' Plant Collections Curator, for in-depth in-depth walk through the gardens to learn about the favorite host plants for a variety of butterflies.
Brown Bag: Nature at Noon - Surrounded by Poetry
Expand your awareness of the poetic nature of the world around you with award-winning poet and author, Dennis Maulsby. Bring your lunch to the Gardens each month and enjoy a nature-based education program relating to the 2017 theme, Movement. Regional professionals and lecturers present on a wide range of topics.
SCI Talk: Pollinator Health
Join ISU ecologist David Stein as he presents new research about the health of pollinators in Iowa.
Friday, 15 Jun 2018
Adds/Section Changes: Summer Session II
Last day to process adds or section changes for a Session II course through AccessPlus registration.
Audit deadline: summer session II
Last day to elect to audit a course for Summer Session II. The instructor of the course must approve an audit.
Audit to credit deadline: Summer Session II
Last day to change a Session II course from audit to credit basis.
Drop deadline: summer session II
Last day to drop a Session II course through AccessPlus registration.
Drop deadline: summer session II
Last day to drop a Session II course without the drop appearing on the permanent record or counting toward the limit of dropped courses.
Schedule changes: summer session II
Last day to process a schedule change without a schedule change fee or to drop a Session II course without signatures of instructor and adviser. See the tuition adjustment schedule for financial deadlines.
Retirement open house: Susan Posch
Susan Posch, writer/editor in the Study Abroad Center, is retiring.
ISU Employee Day
Current Iowa State University employees can enjoy FREE ADMISSION from noon to 6 p.m. Must show ISU ID card to gain free admission.
Paint Your Own Pottery: Monster Mugs
Guest artist Hugo Kenemer will show you tips for drawing monsters. Silly, scary, or whatever you think the thing under your bed looks like.
Closing Art Reception: Michele Baggenstoss
Meet Des Moines artist Michele Baggenstoss as we celebrate the last week of her Garden Room Gallery exhibit at Reiman Gardens. Join her for an informal reception with light refreshments, and enjoy the opportunity to purchase an original painting.
Saturday, 16 Jun 2018
Felt Succulents Walk-In Craft
Use our patterns to cut petal shapes from felt in green and earth-tone shades. Construct enough faux succulents for a small arrangement and choose one of our re-purposed vessels to hold your pretty plants.