Thursday, 12 Dec 2019
Nature at Noon: Optical Illusions
Enjoy a presentation about optical illusions and perception from Xander Toftness, a Cognitive Psychology PhD student at ISU. Xander is one of Reiman Gardens' 2019 Science Communication Fellows.
Wood-Burned Ornaments
Need a last minute gift? Starting with a wood slice, stamp a design on and trace it with a wood burner, or freehand your own idea.
Breeding for tolerance to iron deficiency cholorosis in soybean and some other stuff
By Aaron Lorenz, University of Minnesota, Department of Agronomy and Plant Genetics
Botanicals & Booze, Holiday Edition: Door Swags
Use fresh greens, pine cones, magnolia, and other natural materials to make a holiday door swag and other decorations with a festive feel.
Men's Basketball
Iowa Corn Cy-Hawk Series: Iowa State vs. Iowa.
Performance: Anon(ymous)
In an entrancing and imaginative adaption of Homer's "The Odyssey," a young refugee encounters new friends and dangerous foes while on an epic search through the U.S. for his family. Directed by LAS Dean's Artist in Residence Arpita Mukherjee.
Friday, 13 Dec 2019
CODAC Fall Sale
Final day of fall sale of work by students in the integrated studio arts (undergraduate) and integrated visual arts (graduate) programs, sponsored by CODAC (College of Design Art Club). Work may include ceramics, prints, photos, woods and textiles. Most items will range in price from $5 to $150. A majority of proceeds go to the student artists; the rest help fund club activities.
PhD Defense: Haley Trumpy
"Discovery and translation of genetic resistance to soybean cyst nematode" by Haley Trumpy (Beavis)
Barks@Parks
Comfort dogs will be available during study week, along with chair massages and other stress-reducing activities.
Forestry Club: Tree and wreath sale
Students in the forestry club will sell Christmas trees and holiday wreaths. Proceeds support club activities.
Integrated Visual Arts Graduate Student Open House
End-of-semester exhibition and open house celebrating the work of integrated visual arts graduate students Jasmine Beul, Christopher Chiavetta, Youeun Lee, Daniel Nutt and Christopher Yanulis.
Swimming and Diving
Iowa Corn Cy-Hawk Series: Iowa State vs. Iowa.
Performance: Anon(ymous)
In an entrancing and imaginative adaption of Homer's "The Odyssey," a young refugee encounters new friends and dangerous foes while on an epic search through the U.S. for his family. Directed by LAS Dean's Artist in Residence Arpita Mukherjee.
Saturday, 14 Dec 2019
Breakfast with Santa
Kids, bring your parents to Reiman Gardens to enjoy a hearty and delicious breakfast buffet. Visit with Santa, create your own holiday themed crafts, write a letter to Santa, and see the train exhibit in the Hughes Conservatory.
Forestry Club: Tree and wreath sale
Students in the forestry club will sell Christmas trees and holiday wreaths. Proceeds support club activities.
Breakfast with Santa
Kids, bring your parents to Reiman Gardens to enjoy a hearty and delicious breakfast buffet. Visit with Santa, create your own holiday themed crafts, write a letter to Santa, and see the train exhibit in the Hughes Conservatory.
Wrestling
Iowa State vs. Tennessee, Chattanooga.
Performance: Anon(ymous)
In an entrancing and imaginative adaption of Homer's "The Odyssey," a young refugee encounters new friends and dangerous foes while on an epic search through the U.S. for his family. Directed by LAS Dean's Artist in Residence Arpita Mukherjee.