Wednesday, 24 Oct 2018
Homecoming: Yell Like Hell, second cuts
Yell Like Hell is a student-performed skit competition consisting of chants and cheers that demonstrate Iowa State spirit. It is designed to get students more involved on campus and develop Iowa State pride. The final skit is judged on enthusiasm, creativity and school spirit. Each skit represents the theme of Homecoming 2018, "This Is State" and the Iowa State Fight Song.
Lecture: Catholic Bishops of Mexico and the United States on Immigration - Anne Clifford
Anne Clifford is the Msgr. James A. Supple Chair in Catholic Studies at Iowa State.
Workshop: Free Access to Research Online
"Can I Read That? Free Access to Research Online," a collaborative workshop offered by the University Library and Ames Public Library. It will focus on ways the Ames community can freely access data and research articles for information about medical procedures, agriculture and more though open access publications.
Homecoming: CyFactor Talent Competition
A variety show of student talent. The top three placewinners will receive awards and perform at the Oct. 26 Homecoming pep rally.
Volleyball
Iowa State volleyball hosts Texas in a Big 12 match.
Thursday, 25 Oct 2018
Registration begins for Juniors - Spring 2019
First day of assigned Spring 2019 registration dates for students projected as juniors. Hours for AccessPlus registration are 7 a.m. to 11 p.m., Monday--Saturday, and most Sundays.
Conference: Taking the Road Less Traveled
A one-day conference for middle school (Oct. 25) and high school (Nov. 8) girls to learn about STEM (science, technology, engineering, math) fields and how to infuse their passions within a career. Participants will attend interactive sessions to explore STEM opportunities, hear from professionals and WiSE student speakers, and eat lunch with undergraduate STEM students. Preregistration required.
Town Hall: Improved service delivery models
Have questions or concerns about the proposed service delivery models developed for finance and human resources? Learn more from Pam Cain, interim senior vice president for finance, and Kristi Darr, interim vice president for university human resources. Attendees are encouraged to bring questions and share feedback. The session also will be livestreamed.
MS Agronomy Defense Seminar
"The evolution of soybean weed management in the United States" Speaker: Aaron Rowe, Creative Component type: Literature Review, Major Professor: Allan Ciha
Seminar: Geological & Atmospheric Sciences
"Collaborative Research in the NOAA Hazardous Weather Testbed to Improve Severe Weather Prediction" by Adam Clark, NOAA Severe Storms Lab, Norman, OK.
Getting Started with EndNote Web
Lost the references you need for your research paper? Thesis and dissertation citations becoming unmanageable? This workshop for beginners introduces EndNote Web, a free bibliographic management program that helps you collect, organize, format, and use your collected citations in your writing projects. Learn how to get started with EndNote Web! Let us know if you need accommodation. Preregistration required at Learn@ISU.
iOS 12 and You!
Learn about iOS 12 and how to use it on your Apple devices.
Documentary: 'Paywall, The Business of Scholarship'
The documentary, "Paywall: The Business of Scholarship," addresses the problem of academic publishers who profit from limiting access to scholarly information. This showing will be followed by a Q&A session.
Cyclone Cinema
A Quiet Place - If they hear you, they hunt you.
Soccer
Iowa State soccer hosts Kansas State in the final match of the regular season. The match will also serve as Senior Night.
Manatt-Phelps Lecture in Political Science: U.S. Senator Ben Sasse
"If Not Us, Who? Human Dignity in the 21st Century." Senator Ben Sasse is a fifth-generation Nebraskan and is serving his first term in the U.S. Senate.
Cyclone Cinema
A Quiet Place - If they hear you, they hunt you.
Friday, 26 Oct 2018
Add/Drop deadline
Last day to add/drop full-semester courses or withdraw without extenuating circumstances.
Designated repeat deadline
Last day to file a Designation of Repeated Course form for a full-semester or second half-semester course that is not an automatic designated repeat.
Pass/Not Pass Deadline
Last day to change a full-semester course to or from Pass/Not Pass.
Cross Country
Iowa State will be hosting the 2018 Big 12 Cross Country Championship at the ISU Cross Country Course. Admission is free, with the women's 6K starting at 10 a.m. and the men's 8K going off at 11 a.m.
Open Science: Ask an Expert
Are you interested in research reproducibility, open access publishing or open data? Meet like-minded peers while enjoying free coffee and donuts at the library.
Research workshop: Navigating Your Research with Human Subjects: The IRB Submission Process - Part 2
This is the second session in a four-part series that looks more closely at the components of the IRB submission process. We'll lead a discussion of risk in human subjects research and approaches for minimizing risk. We'll also talk about participant confidentiality, as well as data security measures.
MS Agronomy Defense Seminar
"The effects of manure application on phosphorus loss" Speaker: Jenna Falor, Creative Component type: Major Professor: Daniel Andersen
Homecoming: Alumni awards ceremony
The ISU Alumni Association, colleges and Memorial Union will present some of their highest honors during the 87th annual honors and awards ceremony. A dessert reception will follow the ceremony.
NREM Seminar
Molly Hansen, executive director, Iowa Rivers Revival, Des Moines.
Homecoming: Happy Hour
Participate in the CYlent auction scholarship fundraiser, shop for Cyclone apparel and souvenirs from the ISU Book Store, get a souvenir glass while supplies last, and enjoy activities for the kids -- including a bounce house, face-painting, and a photo booth. Complimentary light snacks and a cash bar will be available.
Paint Your Own Pottery: Two for One Studio Fees
Grab a friend!
Astronomy Seminar: CubeSat: Innovative Platform for Scientific Research and Engineering Education
Dr. Dae "Young" Lee, Dept. of Aerospace Engineering, ISU
Swimming and Diving
Iowa State vs. Nebraska.