Friday, 20 Oct 2017
Snowblower Service Days
The maintenance service provided by members of the Agricultural Systems Technology Club includes oil, grease, spark plug and a half tank of gas (no repairs). Continues Oct. 21 (8 a.m.-3 p.m.).
Best Practices: Enhanced academic communication skills among graduate students
Sarah Huffman, Assistant Director of the CCE, and Graduate writing consultants will talk to the ThinkSpace Learning Community about best practices for developing writing skills in students from lab and field journals to job materials to advanced dissertations and research writing.
Workshop: Course Design in Canvas
Participants will learn how to design courses in Canvas, facilitate easy and intuitive course navigation and pace instruction. This workshop will highlight the mechanics and pedagogy behind Homepage, Syllabus, Content Pages and Modules in Canvas. Participants will learn about best practices for creating, organizing and structuring content in Canvas courses.
Paint Your Own Pottery: Cardinal & Gold Night
It's Family Weekend! We welcome parents and siblings of Iowa Staters, as well as our regular community crowd. We love the Cyclones and may her colors ever fly.
Cyclone Cinema: Despicable Me 3
The Student Union Board presents Cyclone Cinema! Showings are FREE in Carver 101 at 7 and 10 p.m. every Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Hope to see you there!
Iowa State Singers
James Rodde is the group's conductor.
Concert: Girlpool
Girlpool is a folk punk band from Los Angeles, California. Its members are Cleo Tucker and Harmony Tividad. Their opening act is indie rock band Lala Lala.
Saturday, 21 Oct 2017
Snowblower Service Days
The maintenance service provided by members of the Agricultural Systems Technology Club includes oil, grease, spark plug and a half tank of gas (no repairs). Service begins Oct. 20 (1-6 p.m.).
Open house: Ames Municipal Airport
The Ames Municipal Airport Modernization project is a multiphased improvement plan that includes a new airport hangar and terminal. The project is a private-public partnership that includes investments by the City of Ames, Iowa State University, the Ames Economic Development Commission, and the Ames business community. A ribbon-cutting and short program will be held at 9:30 a.m.
Homecoming: Blue Sky 4K
A 4K run/walk with proceeds that support Lutheran Services in Iowa. A kids fun run starts at 9 a.m.
Rust Dyeing
Learn to dye silk and cotton fabrics with rust.
Workspace Open House for Family Weekend
The Workspace welcomes families of our Iowa Staters! Drop in to see our creative spaces and stay for free crafts.
Homecoming: Food on Campus
Lunch catered by Hickory Park. Free with homecoming button ($5).
Story Time With Pete The Cat
Join us for story time with Pete the Cat. We'll read stories, have coloring pages and time for photos with Pete. This event is also available at 2:30 pm.
Homecoming: Yell Like Hell
First cuts for the Yell Like Hell contest, which features skit competitions that promote school spirit with cheering, music and dancing.
Volleyball
Iowa State vs. TCU. Game times and dates are subject to change.
Story Time With Pete The Cat
Join us for story time with Pete the Cat. We'll read stories, have coloring pages and time for photos with Pete.
Spirits in the Gardens
All are welcome to join in the spooky fun by attending in costume. As part of a new display, see 650 carved pumpkins lit against the evening sky while here.
Concert: Dance Scholarship Gala
The annual Dance Scholarship Gala Concert features Orchesis I student dancers, local dance artists and the San Francisco-based Deborah Slater Dance Theater. Proceeds from the event benefit the ISU Dance Scholarship fund for dance majors and minors. Tickets are available at the door.
Cyclone Cinema: Despicable Me 3
The Student Union Board presents Cyclone Cinema! Showings are FREE in Carver 101 at 7 and 10 p.m. every Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Hope to see you there!
Dirty Dancing the Musical
Exploding with heart-pounding music, breathtaking emotion and sensationally sexy dancing - this worldwide smash hit tells the classic story of Baby and Johnny, two fiercely independent young spirits from different worlds, who come together in what will be the most challenging and triumphant summer of their lives. The show features 35 hit songs, including "Hungry Eyes," "Hey Baby," and the heart stopping "(I've Had) The Time of My Life."
Concert: Desi Valentine
Valentine was raised in London, but moved to Los Angeles to pursue his recording career. While you can hear traces of Valentine's influences in his music, he has a style that is truly unique and refreshing. His voice is raw, powerful, and intense. It is the perfect vessel for his combination of British rock, classic soul, and modern R&B. When Valentine sings, you feel each emotion he is trying to convey.