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Friday, 05 Dec 2014

Winterfest: Jingle Jog

Dec 05, 2014

5:30 PM - 6:45 PM

Central campus

$20

Student Engagement Student activities

A fun run in memory of former Freshmen Council member Andy Albright. Proceeds go toward a memorial scholarship in his name. Sponsored by Freshmen Council.

Winterfest: Cookie decorating

Dec 05, 2014

6:00 PM

Commons, Memorial Union

free

Student Engagement Student activities

Cookie decorating, while supplies last.

Winterfest: Gingerbread houses

Dec 05, 2014

6:00 PM

Commons, Memorial Union

free

Student Engagement Student activities

Gingerbread house craft, while supplies last.

Winterfest: Horse-drawn carriage rides

Dec 05, 2014

6:30 PM - 9:30 PM

North entrance, Memorial Union

free

Student Engagement Student activities

Enjoy a ride on a horse-drawn carriage around central campus.

Cyclone Cinema: The Maze Runner

Dec 05, 2014

7:00 PM

Carver Hall 101

free

Student Union Board Student activities

The Student Union Board presents Cyclone Cinema! Showings are FREE in Carver 101 at 7 and 10 p.m. every Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Hope to see you there!

Concert: ISU Symphony Orchestra

Dec 05, 2014

7:30 PM - 9:00 PM

Martha-Ellen Tye Recital Hall, Music Building

$10.00 adults; $5.00 students - Tickets sale at the door

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Arts, performances

Jacob Harrison, conductor

Dance social

Dec 05, 2014

7:30 PM - 9:45 PM

196 Forker Building

free

Student Activities Student activities

Free dance social hosted by the ISU Ballroom Dance Club. Singles welcome. Dress is casual; indoor shoes or socks are required.

Performance: A Christmas Carol

Dec 05, 2014

7:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Fisher Theater, Ames

Adults $18, seniors $16, students $11

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Arts, performances

The beloved story of an embittered miser who finds redemption through exploring his past, present, and the future.

Concert: The Greencards CANCELED

Dec 05, 2014

8:00 PM

M-Shop

$12 Students, $16 Public

Student Union Board Arts, performances Student activities

Due to circumstances beyond their control, this concert has unfortunately been CANCELED by the artist. We apologize for the inconvenience. Ticket holders that purchased online will be automatically refunded. Everyone else can contact the M-Shop Box Office to process their refund.

Saturday, 06 Dec 2014

Winterfest: Ice skating

Dec 06, 2014

1:00 AM - 3:00 AM

Ames/ISU Ice Arena

free

Student Engagement Student activities

Free ice skating for the first 400 participants.

Butterfly Blizzard

Dec 06, 2014

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

Reiman Gardens

$5-$12

Reiman Gardens

Come in from the cold to experience a different kind of blizzard - a butterfly blizzard in Reiman Gardens' Christina Reiman Butterfly Wing! You won't want to miss this opportunity to release your very own butterfly in this tropical, indoor garden. Participants must preregister with payment by December 4. Price DOES NOT include admission to the Gardens.

Workshop: Wreath Making

Dec 06, 2014

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Reiman Gardens

Cost is $36 for members, $45 for the general public, and ISU students pay 15% off the member price.

Reiman Gardens

Thursday, December 4 from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. -OR-- Saturday, December 6 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Learn how to assemble a holiday wreath with Reiman Gardens' staff. They will guide you through the steps to use evergreens, specialty greens, and other materials to create your own seasonal decoration for your home - all for the price of buying one in the store!

Art Mart: Holiday Sale

Dec 06, 2014

10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Campanile Room, Memorial Union

The Workspace Arts, performances Student activities

Featured items include blown glass, pottery, jewelry, accessories, hand-woven baskets, photography and more. Most artwork sells between $3 and $20 and sales support The Gaffer's Guild, The Workspace and participating artists.

Story Time

Dec 06, 2014

10:30 AM - 10:30 AM

University Book Store, Memorial Union

Free

Operations and Finance Division Meetings, receptions

Please join us for a Holiday Story Time

Cyclone Cinema: The Maze Runner

Dec 06, 2014

7:00 PM

Carver Hall 101

free

Student Union Board Student activities

The Student Union Board presents Cyclone Cinema! Showings are FREE in Carver 101 at 7 and 10 p.m. every Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Hope to see you there!

Panel: Human Trafficking in Iowa and Beyond

Dec 06, 2014

7:00 PM

Great Hall, Memorial Union

free

Student Activities Lectures Student activities

Learn about human trafficking in Iowa and nationwide; and how to partner with the Network Against Human Trafficking (NAHT) in preventing the victimization of school-age youth and young adults. Speakers include Michael Ferjak, director of the Iowa Office of the Attorney General's anti-human trafficking initiative; Karen Gale, FBI victim assistance specialist; and Teresa Downing-Matibag, executive director of the NAHT.

ISU Wind Ensemble, Concert Band & Symphonic Band

Dec 06, 2014

7:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Stephens Auditorium

$10.00 adults; $5.00 students. Tickets available at the door or the Stephens Box Office.

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Arts, performances

The three concert band at Iowa State will close out the Fall semester with a few holiday classics.

Performance: A Christmas Carol

Dec 06, 2014

7:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Fisher Theater, Ames

Adults $18, seniors $16, students $11

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Arts, performances

The beloved story of an embittered miser who finds redemption through exploring his past, present, and the future.

Concert: Drew Baldridge

Dec 06, 2014

9:00 PM

M-Shop

$8 Students / $10 Public

Student Union Board

Country artist

Sunday, 07 Dec 2014

Performance: A Christmas Carol

Dec 07, 2014

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Fisher Theater, Ames

Adults $18, seniors $16, students $11

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Arts, performances

The beloved story of an embittered miser who finds redemption through exploring his past, present, and the future.

Women's Basketball

Dec 07, 2014

1:00 PM

Hilton Coliseum

$5-$12

Athletics Athletics

ISU vs. Stony Brook.

Holiday Choral Festival

Dec 07, 2014

3:00 PM

Stephens Auditorium

$10.00 adults; $5.00 students. Tickets available at the door or the Stephens Box Office.

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Arts, performances

Performance by the ISU choirs.

Argentine Tango

Dec 07, 2014

4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Workspace at the Iowa State Memorial Union

ISU: 5 punches for $35, Public: 5 punches for $45

The Workspace Arts, performances Diversity Student activities

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 dancing better. From 5-7pm the dance floor is yours for dancing under the guidance of Valerie and working with different partners. An intermediate level figure will also be introduced during this time.

Cyclone Cinema: The Maze Runner

Dec 07, 2014

7:00 PM

Carver Hall 101

free

Student Union Board Student activities

The Student Union Board presents Cyclone Cinema! Showings are FREE in Carver 101 at 7 and 10 p.m. every Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Hope to see you there!

Monday, 08 Dec 2014

SP@ISU Workshop

Dec 08, 2014

10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Sun Room, Memorial Union

free

Academic Affairs Training, development

For faculty interested in increasing the participation of underrepresented groups, such as women or ethnic/racial minorities, as part of the broader impacts of their research. Dr. Brian Burt, assistant professor in the School of Education, will discuss research institutional practices related to the educational pipeline for STEM students, specifically underrepresented students of color. Register in advance.

Learning Community: Service-Learning

Dec 08, 2014

12:10 PM - 1:00 PM

2030 Morrill Hall

Center for Excellence in Learning and Teaching Training, development

Are you interested in developing, or enhancing, a service-learning component within your course? You are invited to join this dynamic, interdisciplinary group as we walk-through the process of integrating service-learning into the curriculum. These interactive sessions will include topical discussions, readings, and sharing of best practices.

Monday Organ Recital

Dec 08, 2014

5:30 PM - 5:30 PM

Martha-Ellen Tye Recital, Music Building

$0

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Arts, performances

Short, informal organ recitals given by Dr. Ruth Harris and ISU Students

Osborn Club Lecture

Dec 08, 2014

7:00 PM

Hach Hall atrium

free

Groups, governance Lectures

"Part Two: Three Millennia of Atoms and Molecules," Klaus Ruedenberg, Distinguished Professor Emeritus in chemistry and USDOE Ames Laboratory associate.

Tuesday, 09 Dec 2014

P&S Council Seminar: New Employee Wellness Program

Dec 09, 2014

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

Campanile Room, Memorial Union

University Training, development

Stephanie Downs, university human resources, will talk about Iowa State's new employee wellness program. If you can't attend in person, view the seminar live online at https://connect.extension.iastate.edu/pscouncil. Log in as a guest; no preregistration is required.

Meeting: Faculty Senate

Dec 09, 2014

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

Great Hall, Memorial Union

free

Groups, governance Meetings, receptions

The Faculty Senate represents the general faculty of Iowa State University and participates in shared governance of the University with the administration. Senate meetings are open to the public.