Monday, 17 Nov 2014
14th annual Iowa Organic Conference
"Rekindling the Light Within: The Art and Science of Organic Farming," a joint effort of ISU Extension and Outreach, the Leopold Center and UI Office of Sustainability.
Piano Studio Recital
Piano students of Mei-Hsuan Huang
Men's Basketball
ISU vs. Georgia State.
The Making of a Scientist
"An Appetite for Wonder: The Making of a Scientist," Richard Dawkins, evolutionary biologist and secularist and the Charles Simonyi Professor of the Public Understanding of Science at Oxford. Bioethics Program Director Clark Wolf will moderate the discussion. National Affairs Series
Tuesday, 18 Nov 2014
Geological & Atmospheric Sciences Seminar
"It got cold and they died: Climate and the Norse Greenland settlements" by Dr. Ray Arritt, Dept. of Agronomy, ISU
CANCELED: Open forum: Reiman Gardens director candidate
Mark Weathington, assistant director and curator of collections at JC Raulston Arboretum, North Carolina State University, Raleigh, and a finalist for the Iowa State post, has withdrawn from the search.
Summer undergraduate research opportunities
Learn about the National Science Foundation's Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) program and other summer research opportunities at ISU and elsewhere. A panel of faculty and students who participated in research programs will talk about finding programs, application processes and other topics related to undergraduate research.
International Week: International bazaar
The International Bazaar will feature international music, henna painting, Dragon dance, traditional clothes to try on, international and traditional games, tea, calligraphy and a photo booth.
Workshop: Floral Design Series
"Centerpieces" - Centerpieces are wonderful additions to dining room tables and can be as much a part of the dining experience as the food. With the holidays just around the corner these showpieces will feature rich colors and evergreens. Learn the tips and skills used by professionals and create your own one-of-a-kind floral designs.
Women's Basketball
ISU vs. Drake.
Performance: Price Is Right Live
Come on down! Price is Right is coming to Stephens Auditorium!
The Poulenc Trio
Town and Gown performance: oboe, bassoon and piano.
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, 19 Nov 2014
Registration ends for Spring 2015
Last day of assigned registration start dates for Spring 2015 registration.
Seminar: Empowering At-Risk and Marginalized Students
This presentation will focus on academic coaching and intervention strategies for students on probation, first-generation students from low socioeconomic backgrounds, underrepresented students, and students who engage in high-risk behavior. The presenter identifies as all of the above, and will reference his own struggles as a student who abused drugs and alcohol before stopping out.
Art Walk: The Gentle Doctors and Those They Serve
Installed in 1938, Christian Petersen's sculpture, The Gentle Doctor has become an internationally recognized symbol of veterinary medicine. Since then, thousands of graduates from The College of Veterinary Medicine have been inspired by the loving care and trained expertise represented through Petersen's works of art. Meet University Museums' Interpretation Specialist, David Faux, at the southwest entrance (flagpole entrance) of the College.
Summer undergraduate research opportunities
Learn about the National Science Foundation's Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) program and other summer research opportunities at ISU and elsewhere. A panel of faculty and students who participated in research programs will talk about finding programs, application processes and other topics related to undergraduate research.
Training: "How to Write a P&S Position Description"
University human resources is offering training on "How to Write a Professional and Scientific Position Description" in conjunction with the new PeopleAdmin 7 system training. Anyone who writes or assists with writing position descriptions is encouraged to attend. Training is offered weekly beginning Aug. 26 through Nov. 24. To register, go to AccessPlus (Employee tab > UHR Training) and choose the class you wish to attend.
Class: Photoshop Lightroom Software Training
This is a 6 part course on Wednesdays, November 5, November 12, November 19 & December 3, December 10, & December 17 from 6:00 to 8:30 p.m. Go in-depth with this photo-editing program, as photographer Mark Stoltenberg helps you to adjust your images, remove red eye, & more. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced photographer, learn to more easily import, organize, enhance, & share your photos, as well as create prints & photo books.
Fine Dining Dinner: Asian Cuisine
Prepared and hosted by students in HRI 487/587 (Fine Dining Event Management Dinners). Doors open at 6:15 p.m.; serving begins at 6:30.
Belly Dance Lessons
Learn basic belly dance movements and how to perform them in a variety of different ways by making specific choices about size and speed of motion. One or two moves will be explored each week and then put into short practice phrases.
CANCELED Lecture: Republic of Guinea's General Sekouba Konate
This talk is being rescheduled for a later date. "Democratic Transition in Republic of Guinea and the African Union's Role in Africa's Security"
Performance: China National Acrobats
With superhuman flexibility and stunning showmanship, the China National Acrobats perform spine-tingling athletic tricks with remarkable discipline.
Concert: ISU Jazz Ensembles I & II
James Bovinette conducts Jazz I ; Michael Giles conducts Jazz II
Lecture: World AIDS Awareness Series
"Using Epidemiology to Develop an HIV/AIDS Strategy" - Gregorio Millett. Part of the World AIDS Awareness Series and the World Affairs Series.
Grandma Mojo's Moonshine Revival
Grandma Mojo's Moonshine Revival is a student run improv comedy troupe on campus. They perform in the M-Shop on various Wednesdays during the semester. Grandma Mojo's is the best and cheapest date on campus - admission is only $1!
Thursday, 20 Nov 2014
Provost office workshop
University policies and professional development for lecturers, clinicians, and adjunct faculty - part 1.
Youth Program: Caterpillar Club
"Under the Sea" If you like Kids Story Time, you'll flip for Caterpillar Club! Please join us for winter storytelling twice per month, from October to March. Each gathering features a theme as we read aloud two or three books, and wrap up with related cooperative activities and crafts great for groups and individuals alike. Materials are intended for children ages two to seven years old, and all children must be accompanied by an adult.
Nanovaccine Initiative Seminar
"Dispatches From the Front Lines of Vaccination Policy and Practice," Lori Parsons, Iowa Immunization Coalition. Parsons will discuss how parents make vaccination decisions and the challenges healthcare providers face with current vaccines. A reception precedes her seminar at 1:30 p.m.
Education Program: Black Light Butterfly Roosting
Join Nathan Brockman, Christina Reiman Butterfly Wing Curator, for a special black light butterfly show. Learn the science behind the way many butterfly patterns fluoresce when exposed to black light, and view them in a new way as they clump together and begin roosting for the night. Preregistration and payment required by November 18.