Thursday, 21 Jan 2010
Works in Progress Lecture Series
"The Dignity of Disinfection:" The Labor and Rhetoric of Disease Containment in "Street Life in London," presentation by Emily Morgan, lecturer in art and design/art history. The Works in Progress Lecture Series brings together faculty from the Colleges of Design and Liberal Arts and Sciences to talk informally about their work. All are welcome to attend.
Friday, 22 Jan 2010
Textbook buyback
Last day to return textbooks for refund to University Book Store. Exclusions apply.
Concert: Musica Antiqua
Musica Antiqua presents a special concert as part of Iowa State Center's Youth Matinee Series.
Concert: Musica Antiqua
Musica Antiqua presents a special concert as part of Iowa State Center's Youth Matinee Series.
ISU Retirees monthly program
"The Chimps of Fongoli," by Jill Pruetz, associate professor of anthropology. Social at 2:30 p.m.; program at 3 p.m.
Retirement open house: Myrt Hanson
Retirement open house for Myrt Hanson, ISU Extension. Hanson started working for ISU Extension in 1974 in the North Central Area office, Mason City. She has been working in the Office of the Vice President for Extension and Outreach since 2000.
Geology Lecture
"Late Cretaceous-early Cenozoic Tectonic Evolution of Southern California" by Carl Jacobson, ISU
Beginning social ballroom class
The ISU Ballroom Dance Club is offering a beginning ballroom class on Tuesdays or Fridays this semester; everyone is welcome, no partner required. Classes meet once a week for 11 weeks. The beginning classes emphasize basic steps of swing and foxtrot with an introduction to the waltz, cha cha, and possibly salsa.
Workspace: Free Friday Craft: Mosaic Coasters
Stop by before ISU AfterDark events every Friday!
Dance social
Hosted by the ISU Ballroom Dance Club each Friday when ISU is in session. Singles welcome. Dress is casual, indoor shoes or socks must be worn.
Free cha cha dance lessons
"XTRA MOVES for cha cha" free instruction hosted by the ISU Ballroom Dance Club. Beginning and advanced steps, taught by Dan and Amy Divine.
Saturday, 23 Jan 2010
Men's Basketball
ISU vs. Kansas.
Swimming and Diving
Iowa State vs. Missouri.
Sunday, 24 Jan 2010
Film: "Let There Be Light"
"Let There Be Light" is the final entry in a trilogy of films produced for the U.S. government by John Huston. This documentary film follows life after war for 75 U.S. soldiers, while exploring the concept of trauma after World War II.
Class: Argentine Tango Practica
A multi-level class that meets every Sunday under the guidance of Valerie Williams.
George Work, cello with Jodi Goble, piano
ISU Professor of Music, George Work will present an evening of cello music featuring composers J.S. Bach, Benjamin Britten, Johannes Brahms and Luigi Boccherini. Mr. Work will be assisted by Jodi Goble, piano.
Monday, 25 Jan 2010
Pass/Not Pass deadline
Last day to change a full-semester or first half-semester course from Pass/Not Pass to grade basis without it counting toward total allowable P/NP credits used for graduation.
Tuition Adjustment Deadline
Last day to receive a tuition and fee adjustment for full-semester courses when dropping below full-time status. No refunds for full-semester courses after day 10 of the semester.
Retirement reception: Alice Fellingham and Pat Helms
The department of continuing education and professional development is hosting a retirement reception for account clerk Alice Fellingham and secretary Pat Helms.
Horticulture seminar
Title to be determined by Marc Harding, Director of Admissions & Enrollment Services
Class: Basketweaving- Bigger, Better, Bushel Basket with Jan Smith
This is a handy basket with a good size for many uses.
Class: Precious Metal Clay (PMC) Pendants with Rhonda Scott
Meets Mondays from 6-8pm for 2 weeks.
Class: Black and White Photography with Asa Wentzel Fisher
Meets Mondays from 6:30-9pm for 6 weeks.
Lecture: Black architects and equal opportunity
"Who Will Tell the Story? The Black Architects' Epic Journey toward Equal Opportunity," R. Steven Lewis. Lewis is the president of the National Organization of Minority Architects, an organization that promotes not only the value of expressing cultural identity through architecture and design but the importance of mentoring minorities in an under-represented profession.
Tuesday, 26 Jan 2010
Tuesday Tea
Come to the Farm House Museum to enjoy tea and conversation. Mark your calendar from noon-1 p.m. on Tuesday and enjoy the Farm House in a whole new way. After tea, all are welcome to join in a guided tour that will highlight different topics each week, including Victorian crafts, the first 50 years at the Farm House, 1800s entertainment, and more. Reservations not required.
Art Class: Afternoon Pottery with Alice McGary
Meets Tuesdays from 2:30-5pm for 7 weeks.
Art Class: Charcoal Drawing with Deborah Kraft
Meets Tuesdays from 6:30-8:30pm for 4 weeks.
Art Class: Beaded Earrings with Amber Russell
Learn to make 3 different types of earrings including wire wrapping.
Dance Class: Beginning Belly Dance with Lisa Rich-McKelvey
Meets Tuesdays from 7-8:15pm for 7 weeks. Shake it with Shiara!
Intermediate ballroom dancing lessons
Intermediate ballroom classes, requires previous ballroom dance experience. Meets weekly for 11 weeks, no partner required.