Tuesday, 31 Oct 2017
Retirement reception: Al Brooks
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
"Down-to Earth Science: Some Powerful Little Tools in the Toolbox" by William Shefchik, Burns & McDonnell Engineering Company, Kansas City, MO.
Photography Master Study
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
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
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
Graduate College: last day for graduate students to cancel graduation through AccessPlus without being assessed a nonrefundable graduation fee.
Graduate College: oral examinations
Graduate College: Last day to submit the Request for Final Oral Exam form for Fall 2017 graduation.
Craft of the Month: Watercolor Quotes
Drop in during November during open hours!
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.
Macro Photo 101
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
"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
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
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.
Performance: Rebirth Brass Band
The Grammy Award-winning Rebirth Brass Band, a true New Orleans institution, has evolved from playing the streets of the French Quarter to playing festivals and stages all over the world. They have warmed the hearts of audiences world-wide with their uplifting vocal harmonies, signature dance moves and charming on-stage banter.
Forum: Ames mayor and city council candidates
The Student Government will host a forum with candidates running for Ames mayor and city council seats in the Nov. 7 election. Candidates will address issues of concern to Iowa State students in brief opening remarks and then take questions from the audience.
Friday, 03 Nov 2017
Women's Empowerment and Leadership Conference
WE Lead brings students together to network with each other, as well as female leaders at Iowa State and the Central Iowa community. Participants will have the opportunity to hone their leadership skills, engage in interactive discussions and networking sessions, and reflect on their own leadership qualities and what they have to offer in their respective roles at Iowa State and beyond.
Workshop: Documenting Your Teaching using the DART Matrix
In this interactive session, Sara Marcketti, Interim Director, Center for Excellence in Learning and Teaching, Professor, Apparel Merchandizing, and Design, will lead you through a personalized workshop designed to help you consider where you are on the Dimensions of Activities Related to Teaching (DART) matrix.
Retirement reception: Sue Mallas
Sue Mallas, a secretary III for facilities services in facilities planning and management, is retiring. A program will begin at 2 p.m.
Escaping Grading Jail while Improving Critical Thinking in Complex Systems
Kate Gilbert was dissatisfied. Coming from Industry into academics, she knew employers were looking for critical thinkers who understood food systems intimately and could connect the dots to problem solve production issues. She wasn't sure if her 400 level lab course achieved that - so she tried ThinkSpace - for the first time this semester!
Film: A Gathering of Waters, The Rio Grande, Source to the Seas
A Gathering of Waters: The RÃo Grande, Source to the Seas is a short documentary by Basia Irland focusing on the 1,875 miles of the Rio Grande and its importance to the hundreds of groups who rely on it. The project took 5 years to complete and explores the river's cultural, ecological, and environmental impact on the life of humans and wildlife. Please join us for a public viewing of Irland's documentary in the reACT Gallery.
Paint Your Own Pottery: Giving Plates
Design a Giving Plate, a traveling plate for treats that can be passed among family and friends. Decorate your pottery than add the traditional poem which begins, "This plate shall have no owner, for its journey never ends."