Monday, 23 Sep 2013
Dirt: The Erosion of Civilizations
David R. Montgomery is a professor of geology at the University of Washington, a MacArthur "Genius" Award recipient, and the author of Dirt: The Erosion of Civilizations. He will discuss solutions to the problem of global soil erosion. Pesek Colloquium on Sustainable Agriculture
Geological & Atmospheric Sciences Seminar
"Dirt: The Erosion of Civilizations" by David Montgomery, University of Washington, Seattle, WA
Tuesday, 24 Sep 2013
Fall Career Fair: College of Engineering
More than 300 companies will be recruiting students and alumni for internships, co-ops and full-time employment.
Latino Heritage Month Button Making
Celebrate the long and important presence of Hispanic and Latino Americans in north America during Latino Heritage Month stop by during open hours September 23 - October 13 to make a button or magnet. Designs feature inspirational quotes and iconic images that celebrate achievements by Latino Americans.
Workshop: Developing your Course in Blackboard Learn
In this hands-on Blackboard Learn workshop you will learn how and where to upload your course syllabus, post assignments, create and manage announcements, send email, enroll students using the ISU Admin Tool, add TAs, course builders, or guests, organize course materials, add instructor contact info with photo, access the Grade Center, and more.
Meeting: Kingland Campustown project
Representatives from Kingland Systems, the Campustown Students Association, and university administration will be present to answer questions from the audience and to provide information about the project. Come to get informed, ask your questions and learn about the project.
Screenprinting Class
Learn an inexpensive way to create custom t-shirts. Using your own design, learn to make a screen with the photographic emulsion method. Bring in your shirts and print away! This class is required in order to use the Workspace screenprinting equipment on your own.
How Artists Are Transforming the Narrative on Immigration and Equality
Favianna Rodriguez is a printmaker, digital artist and cultural organizer. She is known for her vibrant posters dealing with issues such as war, immigration, globalization and social movements. She also promotes the use of art in civic engagement and leads art workshops at schools around the country. Part of the Latino Heritage Month Celebration.
Open Mic Night
Open mic night gives students the chance to show off their talents to their fellow students. Many are musicians, comedians, and poets. So come on out and show us what kind of talents you have.
Wednesday, 25 Sep 2013
Degree Audit Changes
Last day to change degree audit information for fall semester.
Workshop: Using Tests, Quizzes, and Surveys in Blackboard Learn
In this hands-on Blackboard Learn workshop you will learn how to create online tests, quizzes, and surveys and learn how to use them effectively within your BbLearn course. You will also learn how to view quiz results, grade, and provide student feedback online or set your quiz to grade and provide feedback automatically.
Campus Read-out: Banned Books Week
In celebration of our freedom to choose what we read, people from across campus will read excerpts from their favorite banned or challenged book. Guest readers include: Olivia Madison, dean of the Library; Tom Hill, Sr. VP for Student Affairs; Pete Englin, director of residence department; associate professor of English Linda Shenk; and Veronica Fowler, an Ames writer and member of the American Civil Liberties Union.
ArtWalk: The Art of Glass
Join Assistant Curator, Adrienne Gennett, for a tour and discussion of artist Ann Gardner's recent addition to the Art on Campus Collection. Examine how Troxel Hall and Ann's new work alter the makeup of our campus aesthetic and improve our artistic composition. Meet Adrienne at the south entrance to Troxel Hall.
Business, Industry and Technology Career Fair
Students are invited to explore career opportunities, obtain employer information and locate internships, co-ops and full-time positions. Employers have the opportunity to connect with promising candidates for job and internship openings as well as network with university personnel and other employers.
Seminar: Service-Learning at ISU
Service-learning is a proven pedagogical strategy for increasing engagement and promoting deeper learning among students.
People to People Internship and Career Fair
A professional environment for employers and students to discuss internships and full-time opportunities in human and social services; education; health and wellness; government; and hospitality.
Open forum: Harvey Lineberry II, candidate for associate vice president for human resources
Harvey Lineberry II is currently assistant dean for human resources at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill's School of Medicine. His resume is available online at http://www.vpbf.iastate.edu/vacancies. All are invited to attend the open forum.
Latino Heritage Month Button Making
Celebrate the long and important presence of Hispanic and Latino Americans in north America during Latino Heritage Month stop by during open hours September 23 - October 13 to make a button or magnet. Designs feature inspirational quotes and iconic images that celebrate achievements by Latino Americans.
Artful Yoga
Build strength, endurance, and balance in a yoga class that will leave you feeling relaxed and centered. Behind all of those sore muscles you may find patience, peace, and a stronger mind/body connection. No yoga experience is necessary, but please bring your own mat. This free yoga practice is sponsored by the University Museums and Recreation Services.
Charles E. "Chick" Herbert Lecture in Architecture: Gregg Pasquarelli
Gregg Pasquarelli is a founding partner of SHoP Architects and SHoP Construction in New York. SHoP's recent work includes the Barclays Center at Atlantic Yards in Brooklyn; the Innovation Hub government complex in Botswana; and projects for Google in Mountain View, Calif.
Latin American Film Festival: Father's Chair (A Busca)
The Department of World Languages and Cultures, The World Film Studies Program and The ISU Student Union Board (SUB) proudly presents : Father's Chair (A Busca) Luciano Moura / 93 min / 2013 / Brazil / Portuguese with English subtitles
Thursday, 26 Sep 2013
ISU Youth Program Awareness Training
The Office of Risk Management, University Council, and 4-H Extension and Outreach collectively are holding a training session for youth program leaders and administrators. The training will address youth-related policies, procedures and forms that must be completed to conduct youth programs at Iowa State. Register in advance by emailing the Office of Risk Management at orm@iastate.edu.
Latino Heritage Month Button Making
Celebrate the long and important presence of Hispanic and Latino Americans in north America during Latino Heritage Month stop by during open hours September 23 - October 13 to make a button or magnet. Designs feature inspirational quotes and iconic images that celebrate achievements by Latino Americans.
Workshop: Monitoring Student Learning in Blackboard Learn
This workshop is designed to introduce the monitoring functions of your Blackboard Learn course for understanding student learning. You will see a demonstration and become familiar with the benefits and logistics of the early warning system, course reports, item review statuses, item selective releases, Grade Center's smart views and color-coding.
Agronomy Departmental Seminar
State of the Department Dr. Kendall Lamkey, Department of Agronomy, Iowa State
Ann Brunnier Decorative Arts Gallery Dedication
Ann and Henry Brunnier traveled the world and they shared a passion for artwork, collecting ceramics, glassware, enamelware, jade, ivory and rare dolls from each country they visited. In 1963, the Brunniers donated to Iowa State their entire personal art collection acquired through a lifetime of adventure. Join University Museums as we celebrate this collection and dedicate the newly constructed Ann Brunnier Decorative Arts Gallery.
Cyclone Cinema: This is the End
The Student Union Board presents Cyclone Cinema! This week we will be showing This is the End! Showings are FREE in Carver 101 at 7 and 10 p.m. every Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Hope to see you there!
Me the People: One Man's Quest to Rewrite the Constitution
Kevin Bleyer, Emmy-winning writer for The Daily Show with Jon Stewart, hopes to end the constant bickering about the Constitution by simply rewriting it. With humor and wit, he drags our nation's founding document into the 21st century in his book "Me the People: One Man's Selfless Quest to Rewrite the Constitution of the United States of America." Constitution Day Speaker
Cyclone Cinema: This is the End
The Student Union Board presents Cyclone Cinema! This week we will be showing This is the End! Showings are FREE in Carver 101 at 7 and 10 p.m. every Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Hope to see you there!
Friday, 27 Sep 2013
Add/drop deadline, first half courses: Fall 2013
Last day to add/drop a first half-semester course without extenuating circumstances.