Thursday, 09 Sep 2021
Soccer vs. Memphis
Iowa State vs. Memphis.
CANCELED: Virality, Vitality, and Vulnerability: Christianity and Culture as Ecosystems of Meaning
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED. Dr. Justin Bailey is associate professor of theology at Dordt University. An ordained minister in the Christian Reformed Church, Dr. Bailey's area of emphasis is on the intersection of Christian theology and culture, exploring the ways culture shapes the practice of Christian faith as well as the ways that the Christian faith influences and shapes culture.
Friday, 10 Sep 2021
ISU Online Learning Community (ISU-OLC) - September
The purpose of the ISU-OLC is to share campus best practices to improve online teaching and learning and connect with others across campus.
COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic
Free vaccination clinic for Iowa State students, faculty and staff. Appointments are recommended, but walk-ins are welcome. Schedule an appointment online or call 515-294-5801 and bring your ISUCard to the clinic. Pfizer and Johnson & Johnson (Janssen) vaccines will be available.
Saturday, 11 Sep 2021
Football vs. Iowa
Iowa State vs. Iowa. Game times and dates are subject to change.
Sunday, 12 Sep 2021
Curator's Exploration: "Ginnever: Folded Forms" with Anne Pagel
Take in the exhibition "Ginnever: Folded Forms" with Curator Anne Pagel, as she explores the life and work of renowned Modern sculptor Charles Ginnever.
Gallery Walk: "Arte Cubano" with Anne Pagel
Gain a unique perspective from Anne Pagel, the curator of the private lender's collection, as she discusses the artists included in "Arte Cubano."
Argentine Tango Lessons
Valerie Williams 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 different partners for practice. From 5-7pm, the floor is yours for dancing under the guidance of Valerie, and for working with different partners. An intermediate level figure will also be introduced during this time.
Monday, 13 Sep 2021
Paint Your Own Pottery: Under the Sea Week
Missing the beach? Surf through the tropical fish, mermaids, turtles, sharks, narwhals, and other sea creatures swimming across plates, bowls, and mugs in our pottery collection. Drop in anytime Monday-Friday 2-9pm or Saturday 10am-4pm.
Youth Voting and the 26th Amendment: Youth Can Make a Difference
2021 Constitution Day Speaker 2021 is the 50th anniversary of the 26th Amendment, which gave 18-, 19-, 20-year-olds the right to vote. Join us for a lecture with Dr. Bobbi Gentry, associate professor of History and Political Science at Bridgewater College, about the increasing power of the youth vote and the reasons and motivations that drive this population in elections.
Tuesday, 14 Sep 2021
Last Day! Plant Propagation Station Drop-In Craft
A little horticulture therapy is good for the soul and mother earth. Paint a wood block that will hold glass vials for starter plants. Choose 3 cuttings from our plant lady's stash to start your journey with flora. Drop in anytime Monday-Friday 2-9pm or Saturday 10am-4pm daily through September 14. Each station purchased comes with a coupon for free admission into Reiman Gardens!
Virtual workshop: Create More Engaging PowerPoints
"Doing the Electric Slide(ware): Creating More Engaging PowerPoints for your Audience and Purpose." Decide what type of slideware might work effectively for your purpose; design slideware to engage your audience more fully; enable partners to take meaning from slides after your presentation. Part of the faculty and staff workshop series offered by the Writing and Media Center. Registration required.
Canvas Peer-to-Peer User Groups (September)
If you are interested in joining the Canvas Peer-to-Peer (P2P) User Groups, please email celt-help@iastate.edu before this session. The P2P group consists of advanced Canvas users who support multiple faculty and courses, including instructional designers and course coordinators.
Introduction to Data Management Plans
Basic concepts and tools for better data management for the research planning process. This is a beginner level workshop; no prior experience is needed. Registration required.
Webinar, Explore the Benefits of Mindfulness in your Classroom
Returning to a new normal in our learning spaces can offer different challenges and especially so following a global pandemic. Using mindfulness practices can mitigate anxiety and stress in your learning environment while enhancing community and connection. Join Karen Couves (CELT) and Carrie Giese (BDSGP) as they explore the student perspective of mindfulness in the classroom.
Vaccines and Immunotherapeutics Fall 2021 Technology Validation Funding Opportunity
Join us for this informational session on the Vaccines and Immunotherapeutics Seed Grant opportunity session.
Meeting: Faculty Senate
The Faculty Senate represents the general faculty of Iowa State and participates in shared governance of the University with the administration. Senate meetings are open to the public.
Wednesday, 15 Sep 2021
Sugar Skulls Craft for Latinx Heritage Month
Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) is a Mexican holiday that celebrates and honors those who have passed. One tradition includes building ofrendas (altars) honoring the deceased using brightly colored skulls, marigolds, and possessions of the departed. Instead of sugar, our skulls are paper mache, but we invite you to decorate them in the spirit of Dia de los Muertos using paint, glitter.
Western Research Farm 75th Anniversary
Happy 75th birthday Castana Farm!
Campus fire safety event
Environmental Health and Safety staff are hosting this event as part of Campus Fire Safety Month. Put out a simulated fire, learn fire safety tips and receive a free T-shirt (while supplies last).
Virtual Forum: Open Scholar Cafe
"Reimagining Research Assessment," Anna Hatch, program director for the Declaration on Research Assessment (DORA). The DORA team works with institutions to improve policy and practice by documenting case studies, curating resources, and developing tools to reimagine research assessment. Anna will address DORA's work to move research and faculty assessment away from journal-based metrics in hiring, promotion, and funding decisions.
COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic
Free vaccination clinic for Iowa State students, faculty and staff. Appointments are recommended, but walk-ins are welcome. Schedule an appointment online or call 515-294-5801 and bring your ISUCard to the clinic. Pfizer and Johnson & Johnson (Janssen) vaccines will be available.
CELT Teaching Talks: Strategies for Fostering Community and Care in the Classroom (TJ Stewart)
Come and engage in a conversation about challenges, opportunities, and strategic imperatives for cultivating a spirit of community and care within classroom. TJ Stewart (Assistant Professor, School of Education) will share philosophies and strategies for creating classroom environments where students feel engaged, cared for, and part of community.
Webinar, Choose Your Instructional Tool Adventure (Feedback and Grading)
CELT's Choose Your Instructional Tool Adventure focuses on various instructional strategies found on the CELT website and demonstrates practical ways to incorporate these tools in a Canvas course. This session will have a focus on feedback and grading and include strategies incorporating speedgrader audio and rubrics.
Thursday, 16 Sep 2021
National Teach Ag Day
Designed to encourage others to teach school based agriculture and recognize the important role that agriculture teachers play in our schools and communities.
Cancelled: Online Workshop Series: Applying the Quality Matters Rubric (APPQMR)
APPQMR (Applying the Quality Matters Rubric) is a virtual offering of the Quality Matters flagship workshop on the underlying principles of the Quality Matters rubric, an instrument for assessing the quality of online courses. Learn how to use the QM rubric as you apply it to a demo online course and recommend practical course improvements.
IRB 101: Navigating the IRB Submission Process
In this session you will learn tips on developing and submitting protocols to the IRB. A member of IRB staff will walk through key sections of the IRB application and explain what the IRB looks for during the review process.
Study Abroad Fair
A one-stop shop to learn about adventures abroad -- interning, studying and volunteering opportunities, ranging from one week to one year.
10 Tips to Create an Accessible Canvas Course (UDL)
CELT's 10 tips to Improve Accessibility in your Canvas Course will identify tools and strategies to create an inclusive Canvas learning environment for all students. Learn to proactively develop course content that is accessible for students with disabilities, assistive technology-friendly, and easily navigated by all learners.
Webinar, Turnitin Originality Training Session
You are invited to a Turnitin Originality training session. TurnItIn Originality is the upgraded version of the TurnItIn tool you are accustomed to using in Canvas for helping students practice academic integrity in writing.