Thursday, 06 Apr 2023
Dynamic Lecturing: Strategies for More Engaged Learning
"Dynamic Lecturing: Strategies for More Engaged Learning," Todd Zakrajsek, University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill. Learn the elements of an effective mini-lecture, how to know when to stop lecturing, and the key components of engaged learning strategies. We'll explore proven techniques that will have an immediate impact on sustaining student attention and increasing mastery of your course content.
Caterpillar Club
Join us outdoors weekly for our popular Early Childhood Development program featuring stories followed by nature exploration and activities. Best for children ages 2-5 with an adult.
The Center: Creamery Tour
Meet at the Center and we will head to the ISU Creamery to tour the facility and enjoy ice cream together. Register on The Center's website.
Digital Humanities 101: Data for Digital Humanities
Explore the basics of digital humanities research data and how to assess it. Registration required.
Meeting: Professional and Scientific Council
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.
Softball vs. Texas
Iowa State vs. Texas. Schedule updates and weather delays are announced on the team social media accounts and the athletics websiteTexas
Mini-Forest Revolution: Using the Miyawaki Method to Rapidly Rewild Our Communities
Alumna Hannah Lewis, author of "Mini-Forest Revolution: Using the Miyawaki Method to Rapidly Rewild the World," will give the 2023 Shivvers Memorial Lecture. Her book promotes an international, "doable" movement to restore biodiversity by transforming empty lots, backyards and degraded land into mini forests.
Mixed-Level Drawing
Thursdays beginning April 6, 6:00 - 8:00 PM, for 4 weeks. Whether you're a beginner looking to learn how to draw, or an experienced artist seeking some regular inspiration and practice, join Illustrator Kelsey Wilson for this drawing series taking inspiration from all the Gardens have to offer.
Cyclone Cinema: Puss in Boots: The Last Wish
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.
Comedy Night: Brent Weinbach
Brent Weinbach is an American stand-up comedian, actor, director, and pianist based in Los Angeles, California. He is known for his experimental style and abstract, deadpan delivery.