Tuesday, 28 Jan 2014
Intermediate ballroom dance class
Intermediate ballroom classes (intro Latin) meet once weekly for 11 weeks. Previous ballroom dance experience is required, but no partner is needed.
The Addams Family Musical
This weird and wonderful family comes devilishly and delightfully to life in this new musical.
Beginning ballroom dance class
Beginning social ballroom dance lessons, hosted by the ISU Ballroom Dance Club. Class meets once weekly for 11 weeks. No partner required.
Grandma Mojo's Moonshine Revival
Grandma Mojo's Moonshine Revival is a student run improv comedy troupe on campus. They perform in the M-Shop on various Wednesdays during the semester. Grandma Mojo's is the best and cheapest date on campus - admission is only $1!
Wednesday, 29 Jan 2014
Award-Winning Faculty Series: Engaging students through innovative course design
Award-winning Computer Engineering professor Joseph Zambreno shares how he integrates real-world technology and hands-on applications to foster student engagement. Discover the self-motivated learner dividends Joseph found while bringing his passion for technology into the classroom.
How to effectively manage stress - workshop for new faculty
Strategies to effectively manage stress in a faculty position: a workshop open to all new faculty
Sustainable Agriculture Colloquium
To Bee or Not to Bee Dr. Jim Pease, Associate Professor Emeritus, Department of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Management, Iowa State University
Workshop: Capture a Lecture and/or "Flip" a Class with Panopto
Panopto offers a rich set of features for both faculty and students that allows classroom recordings and gives instructors the ability to create rich media resources right from their desks. You may use Pantopo to "flip" your classes so that passive learning (listening to lectures) is done online and active learning (solving problems) is done in class.
Plant Breeding Seminar Series
Integrated Data Management and Simulation to Turn Precision Data into Better Decisions David Muth, Praxik, LLC
Soil Science Seminar
Sensible Heat Balance Method to Determine Rates of Soil Freezing and Thawing Yuki Kojima, Graduate Student, Iowa State
Products of Public Space: Mike Nelson, Nelson Construction and Development
Mike Nelson, president of Nelson Construction and Development, Des Moines, will speak about his redevelopment of several historic buildings in downtown Des Moines. Nelson spoke at the 2011 TED Des Moines conference on his progressive new housing concepts for 20-somethings in Iowa's largest urban center. He'll expand on this to include recent works.
Meeting: Men of Color Collective
The Men of Color Collective is a student-led group supported by Multicultural Student Affairs focusing on leadership, support and development of historically marginalized males at ISU. Programming and discussions focus on five key pillars: support, safety, skills, scholarship and success. All ISU community members are welcome.
Middle Eastern Belly Dance
Come explore the music and movements of the Middle East with Shiara, an accomplished performer, choreographer and instructor, as your guide
The History of White People
Nell Irvin Painter is the Edwards Professor of American History, Emerita, at Princeton University and author of The History of White People. Martin Luther King Jr. Legacy Series
Belly Dance Challenge
A great way to increase your knowledge base while having fun and challenging yourself to be the best you can be. This class will include belly dance themed games, an obstacle course, trivia, drills and more!
Grandma Mojo's Moonshine Revival
Grandma Mojo's Moonshine Revival is a student run improv troupe on campus. They perform in the M-Shop on various Wednesdays during the semester as well as performing the Monday of VEISHEA week. Grandma Mojo's is the best and cheapest date on campus - admission is only $1!
Thursday, 30 Jan 2014
Track and Field
Bill Bergen Invitational.
Performance: Junie B. Jones presented by TheatreworksUSA
Sometimes naughty, sometimes nice, but ALWAYS funny, Junie B. Jones is the quintessential first-grader.
Youth Program: Caterpillar Club
"More than Meets the Eye" If you like Kids Story Time, you'll flip for Caterpillar Club! Please join us for winter storytelling twice per month, from October to March. Each gathering features a theme as we read aloud two or three books, and wrap up with related cooperative activities and crafts great for groups and individuals alike.
Open forum: Patricia Thiel, candidate for Ames Laboratory director
Patricia Thiel is a faculty scientist, Ames Laboratory. All are invited to attend the open forum.
Public hearing: Regents' agenda
At this public hearing, individuals have an opportunity to provide early input on agenda items for the state Board of Regents Feb. 5-6 meeting in Cedar Falls.
Performance: Junie B. Jones presented by TheatreworksUSA
Sometimes naughty, sometimes nice, but ALWAYS funny, Junie B. Jones is the quintessential first-grader.
Teaching and Learning Circle: The research-based flipped classroom and team-based learning
This Teaching & Learning Circle meets for 4 consecutive Thursdays: Jan. 30, Feb. 6, 13 and 20.
Topel and Cheng Collection Dedication and Reception
You are cordially invited to the dedication and reception will be the unveiling of the David G. Topel and Jay-Lin Jane-Topel and Mr. and Mrs. Tung-Hsiang and Chih-Fei Cheng Art Collection in the new permanent exhibition space within the Periodical Room of Parks Library.
Sewing: Infinity Scarf
Tis the season for scarves in Iowa! This is a super easy project and quick jump into the craft of sewing.
Friday, 31 Jan 2014
Graduate College: applications for graduation
Graduate College applications for graduation for Spring 2014 are due in the Graduate College, 1137 Pearson Hall.
Registration begins for juniors: Spring 2014
First day of assigned Spring 2014 registration dates for students projected as juniors. Hours for AccessPlus registration are 7 a.m. to 11 p.m., Monday--Saturday, and most Sundays.
Track and Field
Bill Bergen Invitational.
Research workshop: Engaging in Industry-sponsored Research
ISU Research Foundation executive director Lisa Lorenzen will lead a discussion on the differences between engaging in research sponsored by industry and the federal government. Participants are welcome to bring their lunch; cookies will be provided.
Teaching and Learning Circle: Critical Thinking in Your Classroom
This circle meets for 5 consecutive Fridays: Jan. 31, Feb. 7, 14, 21 and 28. Members will examine critical thinking, the NSF-funded CAT test and how we can transform learning at Iowa State.