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What is featured?

Tuesday, 14 May 2013

Kids Story Time

May 14, 2013

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Reiman Gardens

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Reiman Gardens

Each session features a theme with two or three books read aloud followed by a related craft or activity. The books, crafts and activities are intended for children ages two to seven years old. All children must be accompanied by an adult.

Final grades due

May 14, 2013

2:15 PM

AccessPlus or Bb Learn

Academic Affairs Academic calendar

No extensions. For more information, see the web site or contact Denise Timberland at 294-0767 or Amita Dayal 294-1843.

Wednesday, 15 May 2013

Hybrid Processing for Biorenewable Fuels & Chemicals Production Symposium

May 15, 2013

4:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Reiman Gardens

Free for ISU faculty, staff, students. $80 for non-students; $40 for non-ISU students.

Research Conferences

The goal of this 1.5-day workshop is to discuss the technological challenges of hybrid processing and identify collaboration opportunities. Both academic and industrial participants are strongly encouraged to attend.

Intermediate Photography

May 15, 2013

6:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Reiman Gardens

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Reiman Gardens

Take your photography to the next level with this four part class. Building on concepts form Beginner Photography with practical application and further exploration of the tools, mechanics, and process, take creative control of your photographs.

Thursday, 16 May 2013

Grade reports for Spring 2013

May 16, 2013

All day

Academic Affairs Academic calendar

Grade reports available on AccessPlus.

Hybrid Processing for Biorenewable Fuels & Chemicals Production Symposium

May 16, 2013

7:30 AM - 3:00 PM

Reiman Gardens

Free for ISU faculty, staff, students. $80 for non-students; $40 for non-ISU students.

Research Conferences

The goal of this 1.5-day workshop is to discuss the technological challenges of hybrid processing and identify collaboration opportunities. Both academic and industrial participants are strongly encouraged to attend.

Alumni Days

May 16, 2013

8:00 AM - 7:30 PM

Various campus locations

Registration required

University Special events

Alumni Days 2013 will celebrate Iowa State's 50-year reunion class of 1963. Events continue through Saturday morning.

Nissen Symposium: Proteins in Human Health and Performance

May 16, 2013

9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Molecular Biology auditorium

free

College of Health and Human Sciences Conferences

The world's leading experts in the use of protein nutrition to build and maintain muscle are gathering to honor ISU Professor Steven Nissen. The program is open to the ISU community, registered dietitians, personal trainers and other health professionals. Register online.

Retirement reception: Ronald Jackson

May 16, 2013

2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

Campanile Room, Memorial Union

Free

ISU Surplus Meetings, receptions

Ronald Jackson, student counseling services, is retiring. A short program will begin at 3 p.m.

Open house: Algal Production Facility

May 16, 2013

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

1327 U Ave., Boone

free

College of Agriculture and Life Sciences Meetings, receptions

The BioCentury Research Farm will host an open house to showcase its new Algal Production Facility, ISU's first pilot-scale facility that is equipped to grow large amounts of algae biomass.

Friday, 17 May 2013

Alumni Days

May 17, 2013

7:30 AM - 8:30 PM

Various campus locations

Registration required

University Special events

Alumni Days 2013 will celebrate Iowa State's 50-year reunion class of 1963. Events continue through Saturday morning.

Neurobiology Symposium

May 17, 2013

8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Gateway Hotel and Conference Center

free

College of Veterinary Medicine Conferences

The event underscores the important link between basic academic research and real-world medical application, which embodies the core values of the University's new Health Research Initiative. This symposium will be of interest to veterinary doctoral students, pre-med majors, and students with neuroscience/neurobiology emphases. Registration is free to ISU faculty, staff, and students; please RSVP to http://doodle.com/6dw9zhfttx4vcqb4 by May 12.

Nissen Symposium: Proteins in Human Health and Performance

May 17, 2013

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Molecular Biology auditorium

free

College of Health and Human Sciences Conferences

The world's leading experts in the use of protein nutrition to build and maintain muscle are gathering to honor ISU Professor Steven Nissen. The program is open to the ISU community, registered dietitians, personal trainers and other health professionals. Register online.

Plant Pals

May 17, 2013

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Reiman Gardens

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Reiman Gardens

Join us and cultivate a garden at Reiman Gardens. We are going to grow huge vegetables like giant pumpkins, tomatoes and sunflowers, as well as beautiful flowers.

Retirement reception: Cheryll Reitmeier

May 17, 2013

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

LeBaron Hall Lounge

free

College of Health and Human Sciences Meetings, receptions

Cheryll Reitmeier, professor of food science and human nutrition, is retiring after 31 years of service to Iowa State. A presentation will begin at 3:30 p.m.

Dance social

May 17, 2013

7:30 PM - 9:45 PM

Oak Room, Memorial Union

free

Student Activities Student activities

Free dance social hosted by the ISU Ballroom Dance Club. Singles welcome. Dress is casual; indoor shoes or socks are required.

Saturday, 18 May 2013

Alumni Days

May 18, 2013

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Reiman Gardens

Registration required

University Special events

Alumni Days 2013 will celebrate Iowa State's 50-year reunion class of 1963. Events conclude Saturday with brunch at Reiman Gardens.

Movie Night @ Jack Trice Stadium

May 18, 2013

7:00 PM

Jack Trice Stadium (rain location: Hilton Coliseum)

free

Athletics Special events

The Jr. Cyclone Club is hosting its first movie night. Wreck-It Ralph will be featured on the video board at the north end of the field. Families may watch from the field (no chairs permitted) or from the east side of the stadium. Gates 1 and 2 will open at 6 p.m. The public is welcome.

Sunday, 19 May 2013

Registration cancellation deadline: Summer 2013

May 19, 2013

All day

Academic Affairs Academic calendar

Last day to cancel registration for summer to avoid tuition assessment.

Argentine Tango Practica

May 19, 2013

5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Workspace at the Iowa State Memorial Union

ISU $30, Public $40

The Workspace Arts, performances Diversity Student activities

This Milonga (dance party) is a multi-level class with lots of time to enjoy the music and dance.

Monday, 20 May 2013

Fee payment deadline: Summer 2013

May 20, 2013

All day

Academic Affairs Academic calendar

Fee payment deadline for summer semester. First payment (minimum due) or payment in full.

Session I begins: Summer 2013

May 20, 2013

All day

Academic Affairs Academic calendar

Class work begins, Session I courses.

Tuesday, 21 May 2013

Floral Design Class

May 21, 2013

6:30 PM - 8:00 PM

Reiman Gardens

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Reiman Gardens

Ikebana - Ikebana is the Japanese art of arranging flowers aesthetically. Learn how to create your own arrangement using these principles. Learn the basics of floral design while creating beautiful arrangements to take home.

Wednesday, 22 May 2013

Add courses, Session I: Summer 2013

May 22, 2013

All day

Academic Affairs Academic calendar

Last day to add a Session I course without instructor's signature.

Add or section changes online, Session I: Summer 2013

May 22, 2013

All day

Academic Affairs Academic calendar

Last day to process adds or section changes for a Session I course through AccessPlus registration.

Statistics Seminar

May 22, 2013

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Snedecor 3105

Free

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences

"Adversarial Risk Analysis: Games and Auctions", David Banks, Department of Statistical Science, Duke University, Durham, NC

Pesek-Olson Training Center Dedication

May 22, 2013

4:30 PM - 5:30 PM

3022 Agronomy

Agronomy Department Meetings, receptions

A live video feed of the dedication ceremony being held in Wisconsin will be available on campus; followed by a small reception. The dedication honors former ISU agronomy head John Pesek.

Photographic Composition

May 22, 2013

6:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Reiman Gardens

Reiman Gardens

Mark Stoltenberg, of Mark Stoltenberg Photography, wants you to see what he sees! Let the professional help you create stirring and beautiful compositions by learning to examine the best angles, lighting, timing, and in-camera cropping of an image!

Thursday, 23 May 2013

Farewell reception: Martha Tanner

May 23, 2013

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

Pioneer Room, Memorial Union

free

Student Affairs Meetings, receptions

Martha Tanner is communications and program coordinator in the office of the senior vice president for student affairs.

Friday, 24 May 2013

Audit a course, Session I: Summer 2013

May 24, 2013

All day

Academic Affairs Academic calendar

Last day to elect to audit a course for Summer Session I. The instructor of the course must approve an audit.