Thursday, 06 Feb 2020
Retirement reception: John Flickinger
John Flickinger, budget officer for ISU Extension and Outreach, is retiring from Iowa State on Feb. 7 after 27 years of service. He started with the university in 1987 and began working in extension in 1993. A short presentation will begin at 3:15 p.m.
Meeting: Professional and Scientific Council
The P&S Council is a representative body elected by, and responsible to, Professional and Scientific employees at Iowa State University. Meetings are open to the public.
Workshop, Teaching Gen Z: In the Classroom and Beyond
Growing up having never known a time without smart phones and social media, Generation Z use technology as an extension of themselves. Gen Z is the most diverse generation in American history, and in the aftermath of the Great Recession, are focused on the value and relevance of the college degree.
Reception: "Creating Global Understanding" exhibit
The "Creating Global Understanding: World Languages and Cultures and University Museums" exhibition takes a unique collaborative curatorial approach and includes many voices in its works of art and interpretations.
Wheel Pottery Class
Get your hands dirty and make beautiful things! Start with centering clay and pulling cylinders, the building blocks to throwing on the wheel. Move on to forming bowls, mugs, vases and plates, and learn handle-pulling, glazing and finishing techniques. Open to beginners as well as those with experience who would like to improve their skills.
Cyclone Cinema: Joker
Arthur wears two masks -- the one he paints for his day job as a clown, and the guise he projects in a futile attempt to feel like he's part of the world around him. Isolated, bullied and disregarded by society, Fleck begins a slow descent into madness as he transforms into the criminal mastermind known as the Joker.
Lecture: A Rewarding Career at the Mayo
Dr. An, director emeritus of the orthopedic biomechanics laboratory at the Mayo Clinic, will discuss his ongoing studies about medical and biochemical factors influencing soft tissue integrity, performance, and remodeling. Dr. An will also discuss the culture in health care and his personal life lessons from working at the Mayo Clinic. The Pease Family Scholar in Kinesiology
Friday, 07 Feb 2020
Swimming and Diving
Iowa State vs. Kansas.
Seminar, ISU Online Learning Community (ISU-OLC)
The purpose of the ISU-OLC is to share campus best practices to improve online teaching and learning; see how others are using ISU's Learning Management System (LMS) Canvas to create innovative learning experiences, inform the campus about existing & new web-based instructional technologies, participate in new technology testing and evaluation; as well as, to leverage LMS expertise, experience and training resources across campus.
Paint Your Own Pottery: Valentine's Day Gifts
Show your bestie or your bae all the love this year.
Cyclone Cinema: Joker
Arthur wears two masks -- the one he paints for his day job as a clown, and the guise he projects in a futile attempt to feel like he's part of the world around him. Isolated, bullied and disregarded by society, Fleck begins a slow descent into madness as he transforms into the criminal mastermind known as the Joker.
The Nadas Duo w/ Emma Butterworth
Doors open at 7:30pm and tickets are available through this link https://tickets.midwestix.com/event/thenadas_isu2020
Saturday, 08 Feb 2020
Orchid Fest
Join Reiman Gardens for the annual Orchid Fest. Exotic orchids in a variety of species and colors will be on display and available for purchase both days.
Family Nature Hour: Invertebrate Encounter
Let's get outside and explore! Families are invited to gather for a staff-guided nature exploration at Reiman Gardens.
Paper Marbling + Hand Lettering Workshop
Learn how to marble paper with instructor Rhonda Scott using the Suminagashi method. You'll be able to make a few papers, and then while they dry, you will walk through step-by-step process to learn the basics of hand-lettering with instructor Kristin Erdman. Bring everything together by lettering phrases on your marbled paper, adding some glittery details, and framing two 4" x 6" works of art. Extra paper can be taken home for future projects.
Women's Basketball
Iowa State vs. Oklahoma.
The 44th Annual Cyclone Honor Band Festival
Featuring talented students from schools around Iowa.
Cyclone Cinema: Joker
Arthur wears two masks -- the one he paints for his day job as a clown, and the guise he projects in a futile attempt to feel like he's part of the world around him. Isolated, bullied and disregarded by society, Fleck begins a slow descent into madness as he transforms into the criminal mastermind known as the Joker.
Men's Basketball
Iowa State vs. Kansas State.
Sunday, 09 Feb 2020
Orchid Fest
Join Reiman Gardens for the annual Orchid Fest. Exotic orchids in a variety of species and colors will be on display and available for purchase both days.
Botanical Art: Orchids
2-week series starting Sunday, February 9, 1:00 - 3:00 PM. Painting a detailed, realistic plant is done by carefully observing the specimen and knowing how to use the medium.
Family Sunday: Contemplate Japan
Journey with your family through the exhibition Contemplate Japan and learn about the rich artistic traditions of Japan.
Iowa Songwriters Showcase
Performances by acoustic duo Danika and The Jeb. Their music is described as a soulful combination of artfully written songs and powerful musical phrasing. Two shows are scheduled (5 and 7:30 p.m.).
Cyclone Cinema: Joker
Arthur wears two masks -- the one he paints for his day job as a clown, and the guise he projects in a futile attempt to feel like he's part of the world around him. Isolated, bullied and disregarded by society, Fleck begins a slow descent into madness as he transforms into the criminal mastermind known as the Joker.
Showcase Choral Concert
ISU Choral Choirs perform for the Cyclone Honor choir.
Iowa Songwriters Showcase
Performances by acoustic duo Danika and The Jeb. Their music is described as a soulful combination of artfully written songs and powerful musical phrasing. Two shows are scheduled (5 and 7:30 p.m.).
Monday, 10 Feb 2020
Click, Clack, Moo
Cows that type; hens on strike? Whoever heard of such a thing! When his granddaughter Jenny comes for a visit, Farmer Brown declares the house a tech-free zone and takes her laptop to the cold barn. But the cows are shivering and the chickens strike in solidarity in this hilarious, "moo-ving" musical about negotiation and compromise, based on the Caldecott Honor Book by Doreen Cronin and Betsy Lewin.
Pop-Up Art Sale
Support local artists and give an original gift of art to your Valentine. Visit our pop-up booth outside the University Bookstore at the MU.
Click, Clack, Moo
Cows that type; hens on strike? Whoever heard of such a thing! When his granddaughter Jenny comes for a visit, Farmer Brown declares the house a tech-free zone and takes her laptop to the cold barn. But the cows are shivering and the chickens strike in solidarity in this hilarious, "moo-ving" musical about negotiation and compromise, based on the Caldecott Honor Book by Doreen Cronin and Betsy Lewin.
Entomology Seminar
"Big Solar: wildlife sanctuaries, industrial blights, or next-gen agriculture?" Rob Davis, Fresh Energy, Center for Pollinators in Energy.