Friday, 26 Oct 2018
Cross Country
Iowa State will be hosting the 2018 Big 12 Cross Country Championship at the ISU Cross Country Course. Admission is free, with the women's 6K starting at 10 a.m. and the men's 8K going off at 11 a.m.
Open Science: Ask an Expert
Are you interested in research reproducibility, open access publishing or open data? Meet like-minded peers while enjoying free coffee and donuts at the library.
Research workshop: Navigating Your Research with Human Subjects: The IRB Submission Process - Part 2
This is the second session in a four-part series that looks more closely at the components of the IRB submission process. We'll lead a discussion of risk in human subjects research and approaches for minimizing risk. We'll also talk about participant confidentiality, as well as data security measures.
Homecoming: Alumni awards ceremony
The ISU Alumni Association, colleges and Memorial Union will present some of their highest honors during the 87th annual honors and awards ceremony. A dessert reception will follow the ceremony.
Homecoming: Happy Hour
Participate in the CYlent auction scholarship fundraiser, shop for Cyclone apparel and souvenirs from the ISU Book Store, get a souvenir glass while supplies last, and enjoy activities for the kids -- including a bounce house, face-painting, and a photo booth. Complimentary light snacks and a cash bar will be available.
Paint Your Own Pottery: Two for One Studio Fees
Grab a friend!
Swimming and Diving
Iowa State vs. Nebraska.
Homecoming: Pep Rally
Enjoy giveaways and a pap rally featuring ISU coaches, student-athletes and performances by the Yell Like Hell finalists and CyFactor talent award winners. Attendees also can participate in the CYlent auction scholarship fundraiser, shop for Cyclone apparel and souvenirs from the ISU Book Store and enjoy activities for the kids.
Planetarium Show - Seeing the Invisible
Are you curious about space? Do you wonder about what you can see in the night sky? If so, bring your questions and come to the ISU Planetarium and join us for an evening under the stars!
Cyclone Cinema
A Quiet Place - If they hear you, they hunt you.
Volleyball
Iowa State volleyball hosts Kansas State in a Big 12 match. This date is a change from the previously announced date of Saturday, Oct. 27.
Concert: Ray LaMontagne
Grammy nominated singer/songwriter Ray LaMontagne announces tour dates for his 25-date North American Just Passing Through acoustic tour. John Stirratt of Wilco will accompany Ray on bass throughout the tour.
Flint Eastwood
Indie Rock and Pop music.
Homecoming: ExCytment in the Streets
Homecoming lawn displays, a tradition since 1912, and parade floats will be on display. Watch 10-minute skits and vote for your favorite parade float.
Cyclone Cinema
A Quiet Place - If they hear you, they hunt you.
Homecoming: Pancake feed, fireworks and mass campaniling
These events are Homecoming traditions. Mass campaniling and fireworks will start at midnight.
Saturday, 27 Oct 2018
Homecoming: Cyclone Central Tailgate
Cyclones everywhere are invited to celebrate at the ISU Alumni Center before every home football game. Enjoy giveaways, shopping, refreshments, marching band performances, Cy and spirit squad appearances, and entertainment for all ages. Doors open 3 hours prior to kick-off and end 30 minutes prior to kickoff. Catered meal available for an additional charge.
Homecoming: Football
Iowa State vs. Texas Tech. Game times and dates are subject to change.
Cyclone Cinema
A Quiet Place - If they hear you, they hunt you.
Cyclone Cinema
A Quiet Place - If they hear you, they hunt you.
Sunday, 28 Oct 2018
Willow Star Workshop
Crisscross willow branches to make a star-shaped base for a decorative garden, wall, or door hanging, with the expert guidance of local artists Pam Dennis & Ryk Weiss.
Concert: ISU Statesmen
The Iowa Statesmen, one of the region's leading men's choirs, was founded by Dr. Rodde in the fall of 2000. The ensemble specializes in the performance of traditional and contemporary male chorus literature.
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.
Cyclone Cinema
A Quiet Place - If they hear you, they hunt you.
David Cook
Pop Rock Music
Cyclone Cinema
A Quiet Place - If they hear you, they hunt you.
Monday, 29 Oct 2018
Adobe Lightroom 101
6 sessions beginning Monday, October 29, 6:00 - 8:30 p.m. (NO CLASS 11/19). This 6-week course is designed to help you learn the basics of Lightroom, a very powerful photo-editing program.
Build Your Canvas Course - Course Design Basics
This two-hour interactive, hands-on workshop is open to all Iowa State University instructors and instructional designers to explore the basics of course building in Canvas.
Online event, How Can We Interrupt and Mitigate Implicit Bias When We Witness It? (CIRTLCast Series - Part 4 of 4)
Reducing implicit bias and promoting diversity in STEM is a science and innovation, workforce, and economic imperative (OSTP & OPM, 2016). While the first three sessions of this CIRTLCast series laid the foundation for understanding implicit bias in STEM higher education, in this final session, we will discuss recommendations for interrupting and mitigating implicit bias.
Open forum: Student Innovation Center director finalist
David Ringholz, associate professor and chair of the industrial design department, is one of two finalists in the search for the inaugural director of the Student Innovation Center.