Tuesday, 07 May 2019
Home Gardening Series: Stretching and Strengthening for Gardeners
After winter it's easy to spring right into action outside, but it's important to take care and stretch before crouching, bending, and pulling weeds.
Meeting: Faculty Senate
The Faculty Senate represents the general faculty of Iowa State and participates in shared governance of the University with the administration. Senate meetings are open to the public.
Photographing Your Children
4-week course on Tuesdays beginning May 7, 6:00 - 8:30 p.m. Capturing the personality of your child or grandchild in a photo is challenging.
Wednesday, 08 May 2019
Retirement reception: Robert Bosselman
Robert Bosselman, professor and former department chair of apparel, events and hospitality management, is retiring. A short program will begin at 4 p.m.
Art Mart Spring Sale
Support the makers, artists, craftsmen, designers, the go-getters and do-it-yourself-ers! Browse through a room full of handmade items including: o Functional and decorative pottery o Blown glass in brilliant colors o Beaded, upcycled and glass jewelry o Cheeky watercolor quotes & small paintings o Handmade soaps o Charming accessories o Hand-dyed leggings & scarves o A mighty-big selection of buttons o Ever popular mystery boxes
Beginner Photography
4-week course beginning Wednesday, May 8, 6:00 - 8:30 p.m. Join professional photographer and instructor Mark Stoltenberg as he helps you go beyond the "Green" button, take control of your DSLR, and make better photographs.
Thursday, 09 May 2019
Anne of Green Gables
Matthew Cuthbert and his sister Marilla want a boy to help with all of the chores around their farm on Prince Edward Island. They are certainly not expecting Anne Shirley, a headstrong and vivacious orphan with little more than a tattered carpet bag and a big imagination. Based on Lucy Maud Montgomery's beloved novels, this heart-warming musical follows Anne on her unlikely journey to find the family and home she's always wanted.
Art Mart Spring Sale
Support the makers, artists, craftsmen, designers, the go-getters and do-it-yourself-ers! Browse through a room full of handmade items including: o Functional and decorative pottery o Blown glass in brilliant colors o Beaded, upcycled and glass jewelry o Cheeky watercolor quotes & small paintings o Handmade soaps o Charming accessories o Hand-dyed leggings & scarves o A mighty-big selection of buttons o Ever popular mystery boxes
Nature at Noon series
"Designing Living Landscapes and Play Spaces for a Women's Prison," Julie Stevens, assistant professor in landscape architecture. Learn about the projects she and her students have created for the Iowa Correctional Institute for Women, from outdoor classrooms to an arbor and a children's garden.
Graduate College Commencement
Commencement ceremony for the Graduate College.
Friday, 10 May 2019
Semester ends
Final day of the spring semester.
Art Mart Spring Sale
Support the makers, artists, craftsmen, designers, the go-getters and do-it-yourself-ers! Browse through a room full of handmade items including: o Functional and decorative pottery o Blown glass in brilliant colors o Beaded, upcycled and glass jewelry o Cheeky watercolor quotes & small paintings o Handmade soaps o Charming accessories o Hand-dyed leggings & scarves o A mighty-big selection of buttons o Ever popular mystery boxes
Retirement reception: Cathy Martens
Cathy Martens, a research associate in Veterinary Medicine's biomedical sciences department, is retiring after 38 years of service.
Saturday, 11 May 2019
Plant Sale Extravaganza
Reiman Gardens' members only sale on Friday, May 10, 3:00 - 7:00 p.m. Opens to the public on Saturday, May 11, 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and Sunday, May 12, 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. The Plant Sale Extravaganza will be held in Reiman Gardens' parking lot rain or shine.
Undergraduate Commencement: CALS, CoB, LAS
Commencement ceremony for graduates from the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, College of Business and College of Liberal Arts and Sciences.
Commencement: College of Veterinary Medicine
Commencement ceremony for graduates of the College of Veterinary Medicine.
Undergraduate Commencement: Design, CoE, CHS
Commencement ceremony for graduates from the College of Design, College of Engineering and College of Human Sciences.
Iowa Songwriters Showcase
Iowa songwriters Chris Myers and Fred Love will perform in Stephens Auditorium's listening room, an intimate setting with fantastic acoustics. Myers' sound is a fusion of folk, rock, pop, and soul. Love uses a direct blend of country, folk and blues. The Goldfinch Room provides great acoustics in an intimate setting for approximately 80 people.
Sunday, 12 May 2019
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.
Wednesday, 15 May 2019
Workshop: Project LEA/RN
Insights about the brain based on current research and the implications thereof; strategies that promote interaction and deep thinking; and how to apply what you learn in situations where you facilitate learning. Workshop continues May 16. RSVP required.
Behind the Scenes: Nature of the Game Exhibit
This year's outdoor exhibit is the result of a lengthy, collaborative process between Reiman Gardens and ISU College of Design faculty and students.
Art Walk: The Hidden Treasures on a Quiet Campus
Join University Museums to pause and take a look at some of the often overlooked locations and works of art on campus.
Research workshop: Working with IACUC or IBC Protocols Using a-tune
The Office for Responsible Research, Office of the Attending Veterinarian and Laboratory Animal Resources are offering software training for researchers who submit IACUC or IBC protocols. Participants will learn how to navigate the new electronic protocol submission system, a-tune. Training topics will include creating and submitting a protocol, and, for animal users of LAR, how to order animals and manage animal records.
Retirement reception: Larry Cormicle
Larry Cormicle, senior lecturer in civil, construction and environmental engineering, is retiring.
Thursday, 16 May 2019
Plant Walk: Butterfly Host and Nectar 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 walking tours of the plants and flowers that make this place so special.
Farewell reception: Brenda Lohman
Brenda Lohman, College of Human Sciences associate dean for research and graduate education, and professor of human development and family studies, will become department chair in human development and family science at the University of Missouri on Aug. 1.
Derek Hough Live! The Tour
From the Emmy Award-winning mind of Derek Hough, the live dance show is the first-ever solo tour for the dynamo. The show features brand-new stage production, astounding versatility and, as always, Derek's magnetic stage presence. Fans will journey through a true fusion of dance and music, as Derek explores styles ranging from ballroom and tap to salsa and hip-hop and everything in between.
Friday, 17 May 2019
Free Admission Today During National Public Gardens Week
We will celebrate National Public Gardens' Week with a FREE ADMISSION day on Friday, May 17.
Meet-A-Scientist
Current science gets up close and personal at this informal drop-in program. Meet local scientists who will share their research and knowledge with you through fun hands-on activities, games, and conversation. This event features professionals who are Reiman Gardens Science Communication Fellows. No registration required. Free for everyone today in celebration of National Public Gardens Week!
Retirement reception: Paul Kapke
Paul Kapke, an associate scientist in the Office of Biotechnology and manager of the Hybridoma Facility, is retiring May 31.