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What is featured?

Sunday, 26 Feb 2023

Faculty Tour of "Telling Tales"

Feb 26, 2023

2:00 AM - 2:30 AM

Brunnier Art Museum

free

University Museums Arts, performances

Join Dr. Jodi Sterle, Professor of Animal Science, as she shares how for thousands of years art has told the stories of the connections between animals and the humans who care for them.

Argentine Tango Drop-In Lessons

Feb 26, 2023

4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Room 3512, Memorial Union

5 lessons for $45 ISU, $55 public

Memorial Union programs Arts, performances Student activities

This Milonga (dance party) is a multi-level class with lots of time to enjoy the music and dance. Classes meet every Sunday and drop-ins are welcome. Purchase a dance punch card and attend as often as your schedule allows. Open to ages 18+.

Cyclone Cinema: Devotion

Feb 26, 2023

7:00 PM

Carver 101

free

Memorial Union programs Student activities

Cyclone Cinema is presented by the Student Union Board and showcases a variety of film genres, screening a different movie every weekend Thursday - Sunday during the semester. Sunday film screenings are in open caption format. All other screenings can be open caption as well, as long as the request is made to the staff prior to the movie starting.

Monday, 27 Feb 2023

Webinar: Career Preparation in the Land Grant Tradition

Feb 27, 2023

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Online, register using RSVP on CELT event page

free

Center for Excellence in Learning and Teaching Training, development

Learn how to inspire and prepare students in the land-grant tradition, informing constituents that we are focusing on excellence in learning and teaching. Come away with new approaches to career development, using internet and blog sites and see how theoretical classes, such as media ethics, can be transformed via individual projects that highlight what students have learned while at Iowa State University.

Opening reception: Fashion / Existence / Myth

Feb 27, 2023

4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

Textiles and Clothing Museum, 1015 Morrill Hall

free

College of Human Sciences Athletics Meetings, receptions

Explore the "Fashion / Existence / Myth" exhibit, enjoy light snacks and listen to a short lecture at 4:30 p.m. The exhibit is curated by graduate students Zahra Falsafi and Amanda Ortiz-Pellot, and Kelly Reddy-Best, associate professor in apparel, events, and hospitality management.

The Center: Gender Expansive Social

Feb 27, 2023

4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Center for LGBTQIA+ Student Success, 4600 Memorial Union

free

Student Activities Diversity Meetings, receptions Student activities

Enjoy snacks and conversation with people that share your identity. Meet with one of the many lesser recognized genders (such as nonbinary, agender, genderfluid, and more).

Banquet: 25 Year Club

Feb 27, 2023

5:00 PM

Gateway Hotel and Conference Center

University Meetings, receptions

The 25 Year Club honors employees who have served the university for 25, 35, 45 or 50 consecutive years at this annual banquet. Social hour starts at 5 p.m., followed by dinner and the ceremony. Reservations are required.

High on the Hog: How African American Cuisine Transformed America

Feb 27, 2023

6:00 PM

Great Hall, Memorial Union

free

Lecture Series Lectures

Jessica B. Harris is considered by many to be one of the ranking authorities on the food of the African Diaspora. A New York Times bestselling author, she is the author, editor, or translator of eighteen books, including twelve cookbooks documenting the foodways of the African Diaspora. Her award-winning book, High on the Hog, was the basis for the acclaimed Netflix series of the same name.

Men's Basketball vs. West Virginia

Feb 27, 2023

8:00 PM

Hilton Coliseum

TBA

Athletics Athletics

Iowa State men's basketball vs. West Virginia. Game dates and times are subject to change.

Tuesday, 28 Feb 2023

The Unplugging: (Re)Writing the Apocalypse

Feb 28, 2023

5:00 PM

Webex (see link below)

free

Lecture Series Lectures

In this online event, Yvette Nolan will discuss her creative work as a playwright and theatrical director. Ms. Nolanââ'¬â"¢s play, The Unplugging, tells the story of two women who are exiled from their village in a post-apocalyptic world, after passing child-bearing age. Ms. Nolan's talk will be followed by a Q&A. Webex Link: https://iastate.webex.com/iastate/j.php?MTID=m47efe5857ba7fb28f7acdbce186948b7

Leaders Workshop Series: Creating & Updating Constitutions

Feb 28, 2023

7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Cardinal Room, Memorial Union

free

Student Engagement Student activities

Constitutions can be difficult to navigate when you're first starting out, or even if you're looking to complete amendments. Find out more about the process to make your constitution work for you.

Songwriter Showcase: J. Jeffrey Messerole and Sara Routh

Feb 28, 2023

7:00 PM

Stephens Auditorium

$15-$40

Iowa State Center Arts, performances

Iowa singers, songwriters J. Jeffrey Messerole and Sara Routh will perform as part of the Goldfinch Room Iowa Songwriters Showcase at Stephens Auditorium.

Open Mic Night

Feb 28, 2023

8:00 PM

The Maintenance Shop

free

Memorial Union programs Arts, performances Student activities

ISU students - are you looking to impress your fellow Cyclones with your singing, comedy, chainsaw juggling, or other talents? Then don't miss Open Mic Night at the M-Shop! (No chainsaw juggling, please)

Wednesday, 01 Mar 2023

ISCORE Preconference

Mar 01, 2023

10:45 AM - 4:00 PM

Memorial Union

free

Student Affairs Conferences Diversity

A professional development opportunity for faculty, professional and merit staff. These sessions provide a structured environment to enhance your understanding and sensitivity to cultural differences. Many of the sessions will focus on providing tools to improve employee interactions and create inclusive workspaces. Registration (free) is requested.

Bicycling, Birding, and #BLM Across America in a Summer of Chaos

Mar 01, 2023

7:00 PM

Curtiss Hall Room 0127

free

Lecture Series Lectures

Speaker: Dr. Scott V. Edwards Dr. Scott V. Edwards is the Alexander Agassiz Professor of Organismal and Evolutionary Biology at Harvard University and the Curator of Ornithology at Harvard's associated museum, the Museum of Comparative Zoology. More lecture details to come.

Thursday, 02 Mar 2023

Travel and Event Services Showcase

Mar 02, 2023

12:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Campanile Room, Memorial Union

free

University Special events

University employees are invited to visit with representatives from external suppliers and internal service units to learn more about resources available to assist with planning for future events and travel.

Workshop: Supporting student-centered learning through open pedagogy

Mar 02, 2023

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

199 Parks Library

free

University Library Training, development

In this workshop, participants will learn about open pedagogy, a student-centered and project-based learning practice, and how it you can integrate this practice into your courses effectively. Registration required.

College-by-College Pitch Off Finale

Mar 02, 2023

2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Launch Pad, 4250 Student Innovation Center

free

Ivy College of Business Student activities

Students from each of Iowa State's colleges will pitch their business ideas for the chance to win up to $5,000.

Meeting: Professional and Scientific Council

Mar 02, 2023

2:10 PM - 4:00 PM

3580 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.

Curator's Tour of "Growing Up Victorian"

Mar 02, 2023

4:30 PM - 5:30 PM

Farm House Museum

free

University Museums Arts, performances

Join intern Travis Berhenke (History '23) for an in-depth look at the "Growing Up Victorian" exhibition that he curated at the Farm House Museum. Explore themes of education, literature, chores and play from 1880 to 1910 in this historic home setting.

Blood at the Root: A Discussion of Forsyth County, GA

Mar 02, 2023

6:00 PM

Great Hall, Memorial Union

free

Lecture Series Diversity Lectures

Patrick Phillips will discuss his search for the truth about his own hometown, where in 1912 hundreds of local white people used arson, lynching, and mob violence to drive out the entire Black populationââ'¬"and then kept them out for nearly a century. Having been raised in Americaââ'¬â"¢s most notorious ââ'¬Å"white county,ââ'¬Â Phillips will talk about his awakening from the willful ignorance of white supremacy, and how he joined the struggle for...

Cyclone Cinema: She Said

Mar 02, 2023

7:00 PM

Carver 101

free

Memorial Union programs Student activities

Cyclone Cinema is presented by the Student Union Board and showcases a variety of film genres, screening a different movie every weekend Thursday - Sunday during the semester. Sunday film screenings are in open caption format. All other screenings can be open caption as well, as long as the request is made to the staff prior to the movie starting.

Performance: Bobby Weir and Wolf Bros

Mar 02, 2023

7:00 PM

Stephens Auditorium

TBA

Iowa State Center Arts, performances

Led by Bob Weir alongside Don Was, Jay Lane and Jeff Chimenti--The band will once again be joined by The Wolfpack, a string and brass quintet which features Alex Kelly, Brian Switzer, Adam Theis, Mads Tolling and Sheldon Brown, along with Barry Sless on pedal steel performing the expansive catalogue of Grateful Dead, Bobby's solo albums and more.

CANCELLED: Comedy Night: Sara Schaefer

Mar 02, 2023

8:00 PM

M-Shop

free

Memorial Union programs Arts, performances Student activities

- THIS SHOW HAS BEEN CANCELLED - In her new solo show, critically acclaimed stand-up comedian, writer, and artist Sara Schaefer teaches you how to unlock your potential in this fake(?) seminar about defeating your hecklers, developing your TS (thick skin), and achieving total perfect comedy success. No matter your walk of life, you can make your dreams come true simply by Going Up!

Friday, 03 Mar 2023

Iowa State Conference on Race and Ethnicity

Mar 03, 2023

All day

Memorial Union

free

Student Affairs Conferences Diversity

ISCORE is the university's local initiative designed to provide an ongoing platform of sharing and applying new knowledge through presentations and workshops. The conference supports the university's Mission to "create, share and apply knowledge ... and make Iowa and the world a better place." Registration (free) is requested.

Artist Reception: Biorenewables Research Lab

Mar 03, 2023

4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Atrium, Sukup Hall

free

College of Agriculture and Life Sciences Arts, performances Meetings, receptions

The Biorenewables Research Laboratory collaborated with several Ames artisans to produce new artwork for the Biorenewables Research Laboratory entryway. Artists represented in the collection include the College of Design's Reinaldo Correa-Diaz, Chris Martin, Joe Muench and Ingrid Lilligren. Registration requested by Feb. 24. Refreshments provided.

Cyclone Cinema: She Said

Mar 03, 2023

7:00 PM

Carver 101

free

Memorial Union programs Student activities

Cyclone Cinema is presented by the Student Union Board and showcases a variety of film genres, screening a different movie every weekend Thursday - Sunday during the semester. Sunday film screenings are in open caption format. All other screenings can be open caption as well, as long as the request is made to the staff prior to the movie starting.

Performance: Lviv National Philharmonic Orchestra of Ukraine

Mar 03, 2023

7:30 PM

Stephens Auditorium

$35-$80

Iowa State Center Arts, performances

The program will feature Brahms - Tragic Overture; Brahms - Piano Concerto No. 1 in D minor Op 15 and Dvorak - Symphony No. 9 (New World) in E Minor Op 95 with soloist Oksana Rapita. Rapita, one of the most prominent Ukrainian pianists of the present day, tours extensively abroad and has performed in more than 20 premieres of Ukrainian and foreign composers.

Saturday, 04 Mar 2023

Sorkshop: Smart Start Small Business

Mar 04, 2023

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Ames Chamber of Commerece, 304 Main St.

free

Ivy College of Business Conferences Student activities

A "crash course" workshop for anyone who has ever considered starting a business. Topics include insurance, intellectual property, business organization, registration, and operations, presented by local business professionals. Registration requested.

Women's Basketball vs. Texas Tech

Mar 04, 2023

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Hilton Coliseum

$5-$15

Athletics Athletics

Iowa State women's basketball vs. Texas Tech. Game dates and times are subject to change.