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Tuesday, 14 Apr 2015

Workshop: Perfume Blending Intensive

Apr 14, 2015

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Reiman Gardens

Preregistration and prepayment required. Cost is $800 for members and $1,000 for the general public. ISU students pay 15% off the member price.

Reiman Gardens

This is a 6 week course on Tuesdays April 7, April 14, April 21, April 28, May 5, & May 12 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Those who complete this 6-week intensive workshop will leave with their own uniquely developed fragrance, 1 kit of 10 essences, & a Certificate of Perfume Blending from Amanda Feeley, natural perfumer & owner of Esscentual Alchemy. Amanda will teach you the background, skills, & preparation you'll need to become a natural perfumer.

Lecture: The Politics of Global Food Security

Apr 14, 2015

7:00 PM

Sun Room, Memorial Union

free

Lecture Series Lectures Student activities

Philip McMichael is Professor and Chair of Development Sociology at Cornell University.

Performance: C.S. Lewis' The Screwtape Letters

Apr 14, 2015

7:30 PM

Stephens Auditorium

$40-$60

Iowa State Center Arts, performances

The Screwtape Letters creates a topsy-turvy morally inverted universe set in an eerily stylish office in hell, where God is called the "Enemy" and the devil is referred to as "Our Father below."

Open Mic Night

Apr 14, 2015

8:00 PM

The M-Shop

FREE

Student Union Board Arts, performances Student activities

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. (Sign Up starts at 7:30 p.m. until all spots are filled)

Wednesday, 15 Apr 2015

Health Screenings

Apr 15, 2015

8:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Cardinal Room, Memorial Union

free

College of Human Sciences Student activities

Students in kinesiology's HS380 class will conduct free health screenings (blood pressure and body composition) on April 13, 14 and 15.

Symposium: Interlocking the Pieces for Global Food Security

Apr 15, 2015

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Gateway Conference Center

$50-$150 (free for ISU faculty, staff, students, consortium)

College of Agriculture and Life Sciences Conferences

"Interlocking The Pieces For Global Food Security." Three sessions are planned to include topics on nutrition; capacity building/education; private/public partnerships and entrepreneurship; and production environments -- seeds, soil and water.

Tour: Behind the Scenes at Reiman Gardens

Apr 15, 2015

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Reiman Gardens

Cost is free for members, ISU students, and volunteers with hours in the last two months. $10 for the general public.

Reiman Gardens

Topic to be determined. This program is perfect for volunteers! Join staff each month for an interactive, behind the scenes look at Reiman Gardens. Each month's topic features a mini-tour, interesting facts, and the chance to see many things not typically open to the public. Come each month to learn more about Reiman Gardens and its many plants and butterflies.

Retirement Reception: Carl Jacobson

Apr 15, 2015

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Molecular Biology Foyer

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Meetings, receptions

Carl Jacobson, professor in the department of geological & atmospheric sciences, will retire at the end of spring semester. Please stop by and wish Carl well in his upcoming new life in Pennsylvania. A short program will begin at 3:30 p.m.

Class: Low Budget Photo Tricks

Apr 15, 2015

6:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Reiman Gardens

$70 ($56 for members, ISU students pay 15% off member price)

Reiman Gardens Training, development

Imagine capturing stunning shots and imaginative effects without a studio filled with expensive equipment and large flash units.

Film & Discussion: Love Is a Verb

Apr 15, 2015

6:00 PM

Carver Hall Auditorium

free

Lecture Series Diversity Lectures Student activities

A documentary examining Hizmet, or the Gulen Movement. Executive Producer Kenneth L. Hunter and co-producer Hakan Berberoglu will provide opening remarks and participate in a discussion following the 55-minute film.

Walk-In Craft: Shrinky Dink Jewelry

Apr 15, 2015

6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Workspace at the Iowa State Memorial Union

$6

The Workspace Arts, performances Student activities

Shrink plastic is lightweight, easy to draw on and fun! The possibilities are endless in creating unique designs for colorful jewelry.

The Hunting Ground: Documentary & Discussion about Sexual Assault on Campus

Apr 15, 2015

7:00 PM

Great Hall, Memorial Union

free

Lecture Series Lectures Student activities

The Hunting Ground, a 90-minute film, weaves together verite footage and first-person testimonies of sexual assault survivors on U.S. campuses. A Q&A discussion about Iowa State University and Ames community response services available to students will follow the film. Iowa State President Steven Leath and the university's Chief of Police Jerry Stewart will provide opening remarks.

Shook Twins

Apr 15, 2015

8:00 PM

M-Shop

$10 Students / $15 Public

Student Union Board Arts, performances Student activities

Born and raised in Sandpoint Idaho, Shook Twins are an Indie folk-pop band now hailing from coniferous forested Portland, Oregon. Identical twins, Katelyn and Laurie Shook, Kyle Volkman and Niko Daoussis form the core quartet.

Thursday, 16 Apr 2015

Iowa Energy Center speaker series

Apr 16, 2015

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Cardinal Room, Memorial Union

free

Research Live Green

"Green Savings: How Policies and Markets Drive Energy Efficiency," Marilyn Ann Brown, Georgia Institute of Technology. Brown will introduce fresh perspectives on energy production, new technology, policymaking, user behavior and how these features all play critical roles in determining the best plan of action to overcome the global energy crisis. Register (free) in advance; reception will follow (noon-12:30 p.m.).

Scholarship poster festival

Apr 16, 2015

3:00 PM - 5:30 PM

LeBaron and MacKay Halls

free

College of Human Sciences Meetings, receptions

The apparel, merchandising and design department annual poster festival features design, research and teaching scholarship. Posters and apparel designs on display. Refreshments will be served.

Public hearing: Regents' agenda

Apr 16, 2015

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Oak Room, Memorial Union

Groups, governance Meetings, receptions

At this public hearing, individuals have an opportunity to provide early input on agenda items for the state Board of Regents April 22-23 meeting in Council Bluffs.

Walk-In Craft: Lucky Pennies

Apr 16, 2015

6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Workspace at the Iowa State Memorial Union

$6

The Workspace Arts, performances Student activities

Finals, graduation and spring weddings are coming up soon! Stamp LUCK into a penny and make it into a pendant or keychain. Pennies available or bring a special one for the occasion.

Workshop: Papermaking

Apr 16, 2015

6:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Reiman Gardens

Preregistration and prepayment required. Cost is $40 for members and $50 for the general public. ISU students pay 15% off the member price.

Reiman Gardens

This is a 3 week course on Thursdays, April 2, April 9, and April 16 from 6:00 to 8:30 p.m. Learn to form sheets of handmade paper using pulp prepared from recycled materials in this hands-on class that makes a splash. Please bring an apron if you have one, and come prepared to make a mess. Great for anyone ages 10 and up.

Finding a Way: Making and Meaning - Jeremy Rudd

Apr 16, 2015

7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Kocimski Auditorium, 101 College of Design

free

College of Design Lectures

Artist, educator and Iowa State alumnus Jeremy Rudd will discuss finding his way as a professional visual artist while navigating the demands of career, family and ambition. He will share his experience as a liturgical artist on commission and present his recent work that focuses on metaphors of environment and sustainability. He is the guest juror for the 2015 Senior BFA Exhibition in the College of Design's Gallery 181.

Lecture: Immigration and Mental Health

Apr 16, 2015

7:00 PM

Sun Room, Memorial Union

free

Lecture Series Diversity Lectures Student activities

Melba Vasquez is a past president of the American Psychological Association and led the organization's national taskforce on how immigration affects the mental heath status of immigrants and their children.

Musical: Les Miserables (SOLD OUT)

Apr 16, 2015

7:30 PM - 10:20 PM

Fisher Theater, Ames

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Arts, performances

Jean Valjean steals a loaf of bread to feed his sister's starving child and serves nineteen years in jail. Upon release, he breaks parole and attempts to start his life anew. One of the world's greatest stories of redemption.

Cyclone Voice featuring Andy Grammer

Apr 16, 2015

8:00 PM

Great Hall, MU

FREE

Student Union Board Arts, performances Student activities

Cyclone Voice is a singing competition that highlights the vocal talents of Iowa State students. This year's finale host will be singer-songwriter Andy Grammer. Andy is known for his hit songs "Keep Your Head Up," "Fine By Me," and his latest chart-climbing hit "Honey, I'm Good." Andy will emcee the event and will perform a few songs right before the winner is announced.

Friday, 17 Apr 2015

Last day to drop second half-semester courses

Apr 17, 2015

All day

Academic Affairs Academic calendar

Last day to add/drop a second half-semester course without extenuating circumstances.

Pass/Not Pass Deadline

Apr 17, 2015

All day

Academic Affairs Academic calendar

Last day to change a second half-semester course to or from Pass/Not Pass.

Reception: Human Sciences Dean Pamela White

Apr 17, 2015

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Gold Room, Memorial Union

free

College of Human Sciences Meetings, receptions

Dean Pamela White will be honored as the inaugural holder of the CHS endowed Dean's Chair.

Distinguished Awards Ceremony

Apr 17, 2015

1:30 PM

Great Hall, Memorial Union

Free

University Meetings, receptions Special events

The university's highest awards will be presented to alumni and friends by President Steven Leath.

Tennis

Apr 17, 2015

3:00 PM

Ames Racquet and Fitness or Forker courts

free

Athletics Athletics

Iowa State vs. Oklahoma State.

Opening Reception: 2015 Senior BFA Exhibition

Apr 17, 2015

5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

Gallery 181 and Lyle E. Lightfoot Forum, College of Design

free

College of Design Meetings, receptions

Reception and awards presentation for an exhibition of 60 artworks by 20 students who will receive Bachelor of Fine Arts degrees in integrated studio arts from Iowa State this year.

Paint Your Own Pottery: Garden Ghomes

Apr 17, 2015

5:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Workspace at the Iowa State Memorial Union

ISU $4, Public $5 (studio fee)

The Workspace Arts, performances Student activities

Join us on Fridays evenings for a fun exploration of techniques in "painting" bisque. From 3 inch minis to a foot tall "Ginormagnome," find a friend to guard your summer garden.