Wednesday, 18 Feb 2009
Lecture: Darwin's Gift to Science and Religion
"Darwin's Gift to Science and Religion," Francisco J. Ayala, University of California, Irvine. Ayala, an evolutionary biologist and geneticist, is a former Dominican priest whose defense of the theory of evolution does not rule out belief in God. A reception and student research display in honor of Darwin's 200th birthday will precede the talk at 7 p.m. in the MU South Ballroom.
Thursday, 19 Feb 2009
Excel 2007 In-Depth
First of two sessions that takes an in-depth look into the basic concepts of Excel 2007, a popular spreadsheet package. (Second session is on February 20.) The course is designed for those who have little or no experience with spreadsheet applications. Online registration at http://www.it.iastate.edu/training/courses/.
Lecture: Day of Remembrance
Remembering the signing of the Executive Order 9066 and the forced incarceration of Japanese Americans during World War II. Grace Amemiya is an Ames resident who will talk about her personal experiences as a former internee. Phil Tajitsu Nash is a civil rights attorney and professor of Asian American Studies at the University of Maryland who worked on the reparations movement.
Scholarship Fair
Instructors and their students are invited. Information on the highly competitive national scholarships and fellowships will be available. There will be a brief presentation about applying for major scholarships at 3:45 p.m.
Computer science colloquia
Russ Greiner, professor of computing science, University of Alberta, presents a computer science distinguished lecture, "Budgeted Learning of Probabilistic Classifiers."
Reception: Gender Equity Award
Recognizing Dr. Kathy Hickok, winner of the Margaret Sloss Gender Equity Award, and the Sloss scholarship winners.
Lecture: Agriculture today and tomorrow
"The Landscape of Agriculture Today and Tomorrow," Michael Boehlje, Purdue University, West Lafayette, Ind. He will be addressing the importance of strategic planning for long-term viability and success. The 2009 College of Agriculture and Life Sciences Distinguished Lecture.
On the Open Road
Student produced theatre performance.
Friday, 20 Feb 2009
Fee payment deadline
Second fee payment deadline for spring.
Excel 2007 In-Depth
Second of two sessions that takes an in-depth look into the basic concepts of Excel 2007, a popular spreadsheet package. The course is designed for those who have little or no experience with spreadsheet applications. Online registration at http://www.it.iastate.edu/training/courses/.
Cyclone Central
Event prior to Beauty and the Beast gymnastics/wrestling meets. Open 5-6:30 p.m. Valentino's buffet available (advance purchase only, by Feb. 19, cost: $10 children 10 and under, $12 ISUAA & SAA members; $15 non-members)
Charity ball
Proceeds go to the Iowa chapter of the Make-A-Wish Foundation. Dinner and dance tickets must be reserved by 6 p.m., Feb. 15. Dance tickets sold in advance or at the door. Raffle tickets ($5 each, $20 for five) available for Ames Silversmithing necklace. E-mail John Hofmeyer, jhoffaiv@iastate.edu, for reservations.
Gymnastics & Wrestling: Beauty and the Beast
ISU vs. Minnesota. Gymnastics and wrestling teams compete simultaneously.
Dance social
Free dance social, hosted by the ISU Ballroom Dance Club. No partner required. Dress is casual, but indoor shoes or socks must be worn in the studio. Social ends at 9:45 p.m.
On the Open Road
Student produced theatre performance.
Performance: "To Kill A Mockingbird"
Christopher Sergel's adaptation of Harper Lee's Pulitzer Prize winner, "To Kill a Mockingbird," stays true to the book through and through.
Performance: Concert and Symphonic bands
Symphonic Band is conducted by Matthew Smith, associate director of bands. The Concert Band is conducted by Natalie Steele, assistant director of bands.
Saturday, 21 Feb 2009
Fall 2009 Schedule of Classes
Schedule of Classes available for viewing.
Midterm grade submittal
Departments may begin submitting midterm grades.
Conference: Day of insects
"A Day of Insects: Expanding our Knowledge about Insects with Presentations and Displays." Preregister to MJHatfield@oneota.org by Feb. 16.
Performance: Lyrica women's choir
This popular Women's choir is directed by Kathleen Rodde, assistant professor of music.
Men's Basketball
ISU vs. Kansas State
On the Open Road
Student produced theatre performance.
Performance: Cantamus women's choir
One of four major choral ensembles at Iowa State University, Cantamus is directed by Kathleen Rodde.
Sunday, 22 Feb 2009
Bridal fair
More than 45 vendors will display their wares, from food to flowers to photography. A fashion show featuring the latest in wedding apparel is planned for 1 p.m. and again at 3 p.m. The fair is sponsored by the Memorial Union, Hotel Memorial Union, ISU Dining/Catering and the Ames Tribune.
On the Open Road
Student produced theatre performance.
Concert: Iowa Statesmen
The Iowa Statesmen, one of the region's leading men's choirs, is directed by James Rodde, Director of Choral Activities.
Monday, 23 Feb 2009
Retirement open house: Deb Nugent
Retirement open house, Deb Nugent, records analyst, Greenlee School of Journalism and Communication.
Workshop: Technology commercialization
"Operating and Growing a Technology Company," Joseph Dunham, Eurofins US. Open to faculty and graduate students. Workshop ends at 5 p.m.
Horticulture seminar
Tigon Woline, ISU horticulture graduate student.