Wednesday, 12 Jun 2013
Haiga - Poetry & Painting
Exploring the art of haiga, a style of Japanese painting that often accompanies a haiku poem, this crash combo course will offer two sessions of haiku, and two sessions of brush painting, followed by a garden exhibition. Students will first learn to write and appreciate the beautiful poetic art of haiku with poet Dennis Maulsby, then will push the art form to new levels by discovering various techniques for brush painting with artist and instruct
Thursday, 13 Jun 2013
Brown Bag Lecture
"Victory Gardens for the Food Pantry" presented by Beth Rydberg, Garden Manager ââ'¬" Urban Harvest Bring your lunch to the Gardens and enjoy an education program. Attend each month and experience a new topic presented by local and regional professionals and lecturers. Free for CoHorts' members; price of admission for general public. Free for ISU students.
P&S Council: Open Forum
Dave Biedenbach, assistant vice president for financial planning and budgets, will provide an update on the FY14 budget development process. FY14 begins on July 1, 2013.
Afternoon Acrylic Painting Class
Learn basic color theory as well as painting from both life and photograph. Techniques will include monochromatic painting, full color application, and glazing. This course is for painters of all levels and students will share supplies.
Humor, Heroes, and Healing: An Expressive Writing Workshop Class
This creative writing short course effectively helps writers develop their skills of self-expression. Through the use of writing prompts and thematic sessions, the program is designed to inspire writers to consider their world in a new light. Writers improve their ability to reflect upon and share their unique life histories, which leads to greater self-awareness.
Paint Your Own Pottery with Lisa Orgler
Part of our summer series of weekly Paint Your Own Pottery techniques led by area artists. "Painting" bisque is a fun and relaxing way to spend an evening. Get inspired by Lisa's whimsical imagery of summer's fruits, vegetables and flowers. Decorate a vase to hold your garden cuttings or a bundle of blooms from the farmer's market.
Friday, 14 Jun 2013
Plant Pals
Join us and cultivate a garden at Reiman Gardens. We are going to grow huge vegetables like giant pumpkins, tomatoes and sunflowers, as well as beautiful flowers.
Dance social
Free dance social hosted by the ISU Ballroom Dance Club. Singles welcome. Dress is casual; indoor shoes or socks are required.
Sunday, 16 Jun 2013
Argentine Tango Practica
This Milonga (dance party) is a multi-level class with lots of time to enjoy the music and dance.
Monday, 17 Jun 2013
Session II Begins: Summer 2013
Class work begins, Session II courses.
Cocktail Table and Tray Class
Impress your guests with a hand-made cocktail table and tray at your next gathering. Using 2 x 4's as the basic building blocks beginner students will gain confidence in using power tools in the woodshop. More experienced students can work with Dan to go beyond the basics on their project. Option to make it bar or lounge height depending on your needs.
Food in the Gardens
Join chefs and nutrition experts from across central Iowa as they show you how to make the best healthy dishes from the foods found in your own garden. Sign up for one session or come to all six and get a deal. These classes will spark your imagination as well as your appetite!
Tuesday, 18 Jun 2013
Open forum: Executive chef finalist Gary Johnson
Gary Johnson formerly worked for Hershey Entertainment and Resorts, Hershey, Pa. The university community is invited to attend.
Glass Beads Class
Learn the process of sculpting glass rods by heating and melting the glass in the flame of a gas-powered torch. After practice, your lampworking skills will allow you to create pieces with detail and complexity that you can use in jewelry or other decorative ways.
Woodshop Orientation Class
For the beginner who wants to learn the fundamentals of woodworking equipment. Proper usage of the machinery will be covered, as well as woodshop safety. This class is required in order to use the woodshop on your own.
Drawing Class
Take this opportunity to learn and develop drawing skills, whether you are a beginner who likes to doodle or an artist with experience. Students will be guided through a variety of exercises to enhance your drawing technique including: line, perspective, light and shadow, and composition, while developing hand-eye coordination and confidence.
Floral Design Series
Patriotic Arrangements - Celebrate Independence Day and honor those who served in the US Armed Forces with an elegant arrangement in red, white, and blue. Learn the basics of floral design while creating beautiful arrangements to take home.
Wednesday, 19 Jun 2013
Add courses, Session II: Summer 2013
Last day to add a Session II course without instructor's signature.
Add or section changes, Session II: Summer 2013
Last day to process adds or section changes for a Session II course through AccessPlus registration.
Behind the Scenes
This program is perfect for Volunteers! Join staff each month for an interactive, behind the scenes look at Reiman Gardens. Each month's topic features a mini-tour, interesting facts, and the chance to see many things not typically open to the public. Come each month to learn more about Reiman Gardens and its many plants and butterflies. Cost: $10 General Public. Free for members and volunteers with hours in the last two months.
Metalworking Class
Learn the basics of metalsmithing in this class including how to work with different types of metal, how to safely use tools, and techniques such as sawing, drilling, forming, chasing, annealing and riveting. Students will complete one or two projects depending on complexity. Pendants, earrings and bangle bracelets are just a few of the possibilities!
Haiga - Poetry & Painting
Exploring the art of haiga, a style of Japanese painting that often accompanies a haiku poem, this crash combo course will offer two sessions of haiku, and two sessions of brush painting, followed by a garden exhibition. Students will first learn to write and appreciate the beautiful poetic art of haiku with poet Dennis Maulsby, then will push the art form to new levels by discovering various techniques for brush painting with artist and instruct
Thursday, 20 Jun 2013
Fee payment deadline: Summer 2013
Fee payment deadline for summer. Second payment (minimum due).
Wellness Talk
"Summer Fruits and Vegetables: Add Color to Your Cart!" will be presented by a student dietetic intern in the Nutrition Clinic for Employee Wellness. All are welcome; no RSVP required.
Paint Your Own Pottery with Sara Merritt
Part of our summer series of weekly Paint Your Own Pottery techniques led by area artists. "Painting" bisque is a fun and relaxing way to spend an evening. Transfer a photograph, drawing, or favorite image onto pottery. Commemorate a special day, make a pattern with repeated images, put your grandma's cherry pie recipe on a pie plate...the possibilities are endless. Enhance the images with painting or paint the background.
Friday, 21 Jun 2013
Audit a course, Session II: Summer 2013
Last day to elect to audit a course for Summer Session II. The instructor of the course must approve an audit.
Audit to credit, Session II: Summer 2013
Last day to change a Session II course from audit to credit basis.
Drop courses, Session II: Summer 2013
Last day to drop a Session II course without the drop appearing on the permanent record or counting toward the limit of dropped courses.
Drop courses, Session II: Summer 2013
Last day to drop a Session II course through AccessPlus registration.
Pass/Not Pass Deadline, Session I: Summer 2013
Last day to change a Session I course to or from Pass/Not Pass. Courses changed to graded basis after May 24 count toward the total allowable P/NP credits used for graduation.