Wednesday, 22 Sep 2010
OLLI at ISU Members-only Lecture
Lecture for OLLI at ISU members only. "The Evolving World of Biotech Crops," by Neil Harl, Charles F. Curtiss Distinguished Professor in Agriculture and emeritus professor of economics at ISU.
RESCHEDULED to Oct. 4: Candidate open forum
Todd Headley, director of Technology Transfer, Colorado State University Research Foundation.
Mixed Metal Pendants with Robbie Helzer
Make a pendant or pin out of brass, copper and sterling silver. Meets Wednesdays from 7-9:30pm for 5 weeks.
Thursday, 23 Sep 2010
Symposium on Thermal and Catalytic Sciences for Biofuels and Biobased Products
ISU's Bioeconomy Institute is lead sponsor, organizer and host for the conference, which opened Sept. 21. It will offer a mix of informative plenary sessions with experts in the field, interactive breakout sessions, facility tours and networking opportunities.
Chemical & Biological Engineering Seminar, Hoppe Lecture
"Electrolyte-Dependent 2-D Aggregation of Colloidal Particles on a Planar A/C Electrode" by Dennis C. Prieve, Carnegie Mellon University
TIAA-CREF financial seminar
"Five Habits of Highly Successful Investors." When you're beginning an investment strategy, you don't have to know everything about the financial markets, but you do need to grasp the essentials. Join us to find out what techniques investors use when making their investment decisions. Please preregister, space limited.
Bass Instinct
Bass Instinct Benjamin Birtle, cello Matt Baker, string bass Music with a Latin theme.
Open forum: Vet Med dean candidate Lisa Nolan
Nolan has been associate dean of research and graduate studies in the College of Veterinary Medicine since 2009. She also currently serves as adjunct professor in the department of veterinary and microbiological sciences at North Dakota State University, Fargo.
Computer science colloquia: Ying Cai
ISU associate professor of computer science, Ying Cai, will discuss "Cloaking and Modeling Techniques for Location Privacy Protection."
Geology Seminar
"Toward X-ray vision" Geophysical signatures of complex subsurface processes" by Susan Hubbard, Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory and Geological Society of America's Birdsall-Dreiss 2010 Distinguished Lecturer
Construction Engineering 50th Anniversary Celebration
In celebration of our 50th Anniversary of the Construction Engineering Program at Iowa State, we reflect with pride on the accomplishments of the past, and we look forward with a renewed sense of excitement for the future.
Works in Progress lecture series
"A Riveting Argument in Favor of Asceticism in Plato's Phaedo," Travis Butler, associate professor of philosophy and religious studies. All are welcome to attend.
A Biofuels Update
"A Biofuels Update," Biofuels Conference keynote by Jim Lane. Lane is editor and publisher of Biofuels Digest, an online source for research, policy and financial news related to the biofuels industry. Part of the Live Green! Sustainability Lecture Series.
The Poetry of Art
"Painting is silent poetry, and poetry is painting that speaks." - Plutarch Accompany University Museums as we explore the relationship between images and language by sharing poetry inspired by the current exhibitions with special guest Mary Swander, Iowa's Poet Laureate and ISU distinguished professor in Liberal Arts and Sciences.
Wheel Pottery with Greg Lamont
Students will be guided through all aspects of forming bowls, mugs, vases and more on the pottery wheel. Learn hand-pulling, glazing and finishing techniques. Meets Thursdays from 7-9:30 pm for 6 weeks.
Identifying, Assessing and Supporting Children with Movement Difficulties
"Identifying, Assessing and Supporting Children with Movement Difficulties," David Sugden. Sugden is an expert on children's developmental disorders, particularly children's movement difficulties. His research focuses on the assessment and intervention of developmental coordination disorder (DCD) in preschool children. The 2010-11 Pease Family Scholar.
Friday, 24 Sep 2010
Add/Drop Deadline
Last day to add/drop a first half-semester course without extenuating circumstances.
Construction Engineering 50th Anniversary Celebration
Golf tournament, tours and banquet. In celebration of our 50th Anniversary of the Construction Engineering Program at Iowa State, we reflect with pride on the accomplishments of the past, and we look forward with a renewed sense of excitement for the future.
Designated Repeat First Half-semester Courses
Last day to file a Designation of Repeated Course form for a first half-semester course that is not an automatic designated repeat.
Pass/Not Pass First Half-semester Courses
Last day to change a first half-semester course to or from Pass/Not Pass. Courses changed to graded basis after Sept 3 count toward total allowable P/NP credits used for graduation.
Black College Reunion
Three-day reunion continues through Sept. 26. Pre-registration required by Aug. 20. Friday events include 6:30-10 p.m. meet and greet, and program (8-9 p.m.) recognizing George Jackson, retired assistant dean of the Graduate College.
Dance social
Free dance social hosted by the ISU Ballroom Dance Club. Singles welcome. Dress is casual, however indoor shoes or socks must be worn in the studio. Check the website for a full schedule.
ISU Symphony Orchestra
The ISU Symphony Orchestra opens the 2010-2011.
Men's hockey
ISU vs. University of Central Oklahoma (American Collegiate Hockey Association).
Saturday, 25 Sep 2010
Black College Reunion
Three-day reunion 9/24-26 - Pre-registration required (by Aug. 20) - Today's events: golf, basketball tournament, gathering at Black Cultural Center, Cyclone Central tailgate at Alumni Center, and social at Memorial Union
Construction Engineering 50th Anniversary Celebration
Tailgate before ISU football game. Time TBD. In celebration of our 50th Anniversary of the Construction Engineering Program at Iowa State, we reflect with pride on the accomplishments of the past, and we look forward with a renewed sense of excitement for the future.
Ames C.art Sew & Swap
Sharing and stitching together materials, ideas, and community! Meets Saturday from 1-4pm.
Volleyball
ISU vs. Oklahoma.
Cyclone Central tailgate
Pregame tailgate, free admission; must register in advance for buffet meal.
Football
ISU vs. Northern Iowa.