Wednesday, 06 May 2015
Recognition ceremony: 2015 Exemplary Faculty Mentors
This spring marks the second time the provost's office will recognize a group of faculty mentors. A reception follows (4:30-5:30 p.m.).
Photographic Exposure Class
This is a 4 week course on Wednesdays beginning May 6, May 13, May 20, and May 27 from 6:00 to 8:30 p.m. Go in-depth with professional photographer and instructor Mark Stoltenberg, to understand just what exposure is and how adjusting it will alter your photographs, for a variety of desired effects. Learn to master manual control of the lightness and the darkness of an image, even when your camera suggests something different.
Thursday, 07 May 2015
Final Exams
Continue through May 8.
Youth Program: Plant Pals
Join us and cultivate a real garden at Reiman Gardens.
Art Mart
Featured items include blown glass, pottery, jewelry, accessories, hdyed scarves, photography and more. Most artwork sells between $3 and $20 and sales support The Gaffer's Guild, The Workspace and participating artists.
Meeting: Professional and Scientific Council
P&S Council meetings are open to the public.
Retirement open house: Sandy Foltz
Sandy Foltz, office coordinator for ISU Extension 4-H Youth, is retiring.
Recycled Bookmaking Workshop
Learn about historical bookbinding techniques. Create your own handmade books from recycled papers, using variations of the Coptic stitch.
Friday, 08 May 2015
Final Exams
Continue through May 8.
National Public Gardens Day
We will kick off the event with free admission and a seedling giveaway in honor of National Public Gardens Day. Reiman Gardens is proud to join public gardens across the country to celebrate National Public Gardens Day annually on the Friday before Mother's Day. The day allows us the opportunity to raise awareness of America's public gardens and their important role in promoting environmental stewardship and awareness, plant and water conservatio
Art Mart
Featured items include blown glass, pottery, jewelry, accessories, hdyed scarves, photography and more. Most artwork sells between $3 and $20 and sales support The Gaffer's Guild, The Workspace and participating artists.
Nanovaccine Initiative Seminar
"Endothelin Axis and Pancreatic Tumor Microenvironment," Maneesh Jain, University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha. Jain will discuss how the components of endothelin axis are expressed in various cellular compartments of pancreatic tumor microenvironment (TME), and the impact of targeting endothelin axis on pancreatic TME in genetically engineered animal models. A reception precedes the seminar at 12:40 p.m.
Plant Sale Extravaganza
The Plant Sale Extravaganza will be held in Reiman Gardens' parking lot rain or shine. As a member perk, Reiman Gardens' members can purchase plants before the public on Friday, May 8th from 3:00 to 7:00 p.m. The sale will open to the public on Saturday, May 9th from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and on Sunday, May 10th from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Softball
Iowa State vs. Kansas.
Graduate College Commencement
Commencement speaker is Susan J. Lamont, C.F. Curtiss Distinguished Professor of Agriculture & Life Sciences.
Saturday, 09 May 2015
Plant Sale Extravaganza
The Plant Sale Extravaganza will be held in Reiman Gardens' parking lot rain or shine. As a member perk, Reiman Gardens' members can purchase plants before the public on Friday, May 8th from 3:00 to 7:00 p.m. The sale will open to the public on Saturday, May 9th from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and on Sunday, May 10th from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Art Mart
Featured items include blown glass, pottery, jewelry, accessories, hdyed scarves, photography and more. Most artwork sells between $3 and $20 and sales support The Gaffer's Guild, The Workspace and participating artists.
COHERENCE Extended Hours
COHERENCE: An Immersive Laser Installation by Dan Corson will be open for extended hours. You have never seen anything like this on campus. Bring your friends to experience and enjoy Corson's light and laser filled environment.
University Museums Graduation Open Houses
Take advantage of this special opportunity to bring your family and friends to visit your favorite University Museums! The Brunnier Art Museum, Christian Petersen Art Museum, and Farm House Museum will be open for a special weekend open house. We welcome the community to view the Ellen Wagener exhibition in the Brunnier Art Museum, the Dan Corson exhibition in the Christian Petersen Art Museum, and the renovations of the Farm House Museum.
Commencement: College of Veterinary Medicine
Commencement speaker is Dr. James DeLano, co-founder of Bishop Ranch Veterinary Center and Urgent Care.
Softball
Iowa State vs. Kansas.
Floral and Butterfly Watercolor Workshop
This is a 4 week course on Saturdays May 2, May, 9, May 16, and May 23 from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. Have fun painting watercolor in a comfortable, non-competitive atmosphere with artist and instructor Yvonne Brune.
Undergraduate Commencement
Commencement speaker is Bruce Rastetter, president, state Board of Regents.
Commencement reception
Walk across the parking lot to the Alumni Center immediately following commencement to enjoy a reception for graduates and their families and friends. The reception will include refreshments, photo opportunities, tours of the Alumni Center and gift merchandise for purchase.
Sunday, 10 May 2015
Mother's Day
In honor of Mother's Day, all moms are admitted free of charge to Reiman Gardens.
Plant Sale Extravaganza
The Plant Sale Extravaganza will be held in Reiman Gardens' parking lot rain or shine. As a member perk, Reiman Gardens' members can purchase plants before the public on Friday, May 8th from 3:00 to 7:00 p.m. The sale will open to the public on Saturday, May 9th from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and on Sunday, May 10th from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Softball
Iowa State vs. Kansas.
Argentine Tango Class
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. Wear dancing shoes, smooth-soled shoes, or s
Monday, 11 May 2015
Workshop: Dealing with Difficult People
This class identifies seven types of difficult people, common behaviors, and coping strategies. Case studies provide small group activity for immediate practical application. Registration is free on AccessPlus.