Thursday, 13 Dec 2012
Class: Floral Design Series
Garlands and Swags - Intensify the holiday decorating this year by learning to make your own unique garlands and swags! Learn the basics of floral design while creating beautiful arrangements to take home. Updated with new classes! Learn the tips and skills used by professionals and create your own one-of-a-kind floral designs.
Friday, 14 Dec 2012
Undergraduate applications for graduation, Spring 2013
Undergraduate graduation applications for Spring 2013 are due in the Registrar's Graduation Office, 210 Enrollment Services Center.
Cabinet of Curiosities Exhibition Closes
This is the final day of this exhibition. Cabinet of Curiosities juxtaposes objects from the teaching and art collections across campus with each other to convey key curatorial ideas and relationships. In this exhibition, objects of both culture and nature amassed over Iowa State's 150 plus year history are presented in an exhibition style that reflects the early collector's presentation of objects.
Is There a Santa Claus? Exhibition Closes
This is the final day of this exhibition. "Is there a Santa Clause" was the title of an editorial appearing in the September 21, 1897 edition of The Sun of New York. The editorial, which included the famous reply "Yes, Virginia, there is a Santa Claus", has become an indelible part of popular Christmas folklore in the United States.
Post-Pop Redux Exhibition Closes
This is the final day to attend this exhibition.Post-Pop Redux exhibits a collection of found-material sculptural art by artist Andy Magee that combines individual viewer's perceptions of everyday objects and familiar iconography. Magee uses a variety of found objects that viewers have a personal connection with and generates a completely new meaning by interlacing them with contemporary issues including politics, religion, money, and sex.
Dance social
Free dance social hosted by the ISU Ballroom Dance Club. Singles welcome. Dress is casual; indoor shoes or socks are required.
Saturday, 15 Dec 2012
Commencement reception
Walk across the parking lot to the Alumni Center immediately following commencement for a reception for fall 2012 graduates and their families and friends. The reception will include refreshments, photo opportunities, tours of the Alumni Center and merchandise for purchase.
Sunday, 16 Dec 2012
Relationships Renewed Exhibition Closes
This is the final day to attend this exhibition. Relationships: Integrated Studio Arts Faculty at the Brunnier explores dynamic connections in the work of art faculty and colleagues across campus. Educational programs presented will provide stimulating insights into the relationships among visual art and disciplines in the sciences and humanities.
Wrestling
Iowa State vs. North Dakota State.
Argentine Tango Practica
This Milonga (dance party) is a multi-level class with lots of time to enjoy the music and dance. From 4- 5pm moves for beginners are introduced with a different figure each week along with techniques for dancing better. From 5 - 7pm the dance floor is yours for dancing under the guidance of Valerie and working with different partners. An intermediate level figure will also be introduced during this time.
Tuesday, 18 Dec 2012
Class: Winter Photography Series
Explore the photographic potential of the winter landscape in this unique once-per-month series taught by Mark Stoltenberg, of Mark Stoltenberg Photography. Learn the fundamentals of winter photography, from preparation to practice to processing. Each session will focus on specific challenges of taking winter photographs, incorporating practical and technical discussion with studio session and follow-up/troubleshooting.
Retirement reception: Elyse Levine
Elyse Levine is a systems analyst with IT Services.
Retirement reception: Dennis Shannon
Dennis Shannon, manager for the research and demonstration farms, is retiring after 26 years of service. A program will begin at 3:45 p.m.
Wednesday, 19 Dec 2012
Webinar: EAP benefits and services
ISU employees and their familes are invited to participate in an orientation webinar about the university's Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Learn what services are available, and how to use them. Register online at https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/890751961. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email with instructions on how to access the webinar.
Public information meeting: Iowa Nutrient Reduction Strategy
This is an opportunity for for the public and stakeholders to ask questions and learn more about the Iowa Nutrient Reduction Strategy, which was announced by Gov. Branstad in November. Public meetings also will be held Dec. 17 in Denison and Dec. 21 in Waterloo.
Webinar: EAP benefits and services
ISU employees and their familes are invited to participate in an orientation webinar about the university's Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Learn what services are available, and how to use them. Register online at https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/910456952. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email with instructions on how to access the webinar.
Thursday, 20 Dec 2012
Women's Basketball
ISU vs. East Tennessee State.
POSTPONED: Jim Brickman
The Jim Brickman concert for Thursday, Dec. 20, at Stephens Auditorium has been postponed until Thursday, Jan. 31, at 7:30 p.m. Tickets for the Dec. 20 concert will be honored. For questions call: Stephens Auditorium Ticket Office (515) 294-2479 or Ticketmaster Customer Service 1-800-653-8000.
Friday, 21 Dec 2012
Retirement reception: Carol Eyanson
Carol Eyanson, mail center coordinator for ISU postal and parcel services, is retiring.
Monday, 24 Dec 2012
Tuesday, 25 Dec 2012
Saturday, 29 Dec 2012
Women's Basketball
ISU vs. Air Force (Cyclone Challenge).
Sunday, 30 Dec 2012
Women's Basketball
ISU vs. Alabama State (Cyclone Challenge).