Friday, 21 Feb 2014
Paint Your Own Pottery: Mug Night
Join us for a fun exploration of techniques in "painting" bisque. Choose from mugs of all sizes and styles for your favorite beverage and personalize it.
Social Justice Summit
Vijay Pendakur, Director of the Office of Multicultural Student Success, DePaul University, will take a look at, the identities we carry and how social systems of power, privilege and oppression impact our lived experiences in contemporary American society.
Planetarium Show: Backyard Astronomy
Are you curious about space? Do you wonder about what you can see in the night sky? If so, bring your questions and come to the ISU Planetarium to learn more. The first show, starting at 6:30 p.m. will be 20 minutes and for kids. Shows at 7 and 7:30 p.m. and are suitable for all ages. Tickets will be available at the door starting at 6:15 p.m. Seating is limited.
Gymnastics
Iowa State vs. Minnesota.
Cyclone Cinema: Gravity
A medical engineer and an astronaut work together to survive after an accident leaves them adrift in space.
Dance social
Free dance social hosted by the ISU Ballroom Dance Club. Singles welcome. Dress is casual; indoor shoes or socks are required.
Saturday, 22 Feb 2014
Schedule of Classes for Fall 2014
Schedule of Classes for Fall 2014 available for viewing on the Web at http://classes.iastate.edu/
Adinkra Painting
Adinkra is a stamped cloth traditionally made by people in Ghana. The symbols in Adinkra each have a special meaning from unity and strength to faith and initiative in addition to representing proverbs.
Lecture: Songs Without Words, The Future of Classical Music
American composer George Tsontakis, composer-in-residence in the ISU music department.
Argentine Tango Practica (Class)
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. Wear dancing shoes, smooth-soled shoes, or s
Cyclone Cinema: Gravity
A medical engineer and an astronaut work together to survive after an accident leaves them adrift in space.
Women's Basketball
ISU vs. Texas.
Sunday, 23 Feb 2014
Meaning in Body Language: An Introduction to Delsarte Principals
An introduction to the most basic elements of body language through the Delsarte System of Expression. Developed 150 years ago, Delsarte is a powerful force in our understanding of human movement and expression. This interactive workshop is led by Joe Williams, who is on the movement faculty for the Dalcroze Institute at Juilliard, where students of theater, music and dance from around the world learn his Three Pillars approach to Delsarte.
Beauty, Power & Presence: A Deeper Look at Delsarte
Developed 150 years ago, Delsarte is a powerful force in our understanding of human movement and expression. Awaken the body and its relationship to internal emotion, thought and impulse. Take a more in-depth look and the universal principles and awareness of emotional content of the body. Study techniques to give the control of expression and gesture to our creative unconscious.
Soap Making - Cold Process Class
Make quality, handmade soap from scratch. Learn the step-by-step process - from the selection of oils and fragrances and calculating lye amounts to picking out equipment.
Wrestling
Iowa State vs. Minnesota.
Argentine Tango Class
This Milonga (dance party) is a multi-level class with lots of time to enjoy the music and dance.
Cyclone Cinema: Gravity
A medical engineer and an astronaut work together to survive after an accident leaves them adrift in space.
Monday, 24 Feb 2014
Teaching & Learning Circle: How games are changing society, and impacting education
This Teaching & Learning Circle meets for 5 consecutive Mondays: Feb. 24, March 3, 10, 24 and 31.
Intermediate Knitting: Chunky Cowl Class
Do you enjoy the fashion stylings of the dystopian future? Knit an amazing chunky cowl inspired by Katniss Everdeen in "Catching Fire."
The Catholic Church in the 21st Century
George Weigel, Distinguished Senior Fellow at the Ethics and Public Policy Center, is a Catholic theologian and frequent commentator on issues of religion and public life. Msgr. James A. Supple Lecture Series
Countdown: Our Last, Best Hope for a Future on Earth?
Author and journalist Alan Weisman's best selling book "The World Without Us" asked readers to envision how our planet would respond to a loss of the human race. His new book, "Countdown: Our Last Best Hope for a Future on Earth?" tackles population growth and the challenges it poses for a sustainable human future. Part of the Wildness, Wilderness & the Environmental Imagination Series and the University Symposium on Sustainability.
Tuesday, 25 Feb 2014
Training for EH&S Laboratory Safety Contacts
In this new course, laboratory safety contacts will learn about EH&S resources and contacts, and have the chance to network with other safety contacts. Register online.
Chinese Students/American Classrooms: The Way Forward
Chinese students face a variety of academic and cultural adjustments and a recent upsurge in enrollment numbers has left many faculty feeling inadequately trained to meet this challenge. Join a panel of international educators and students as we discuss research-based best practices to support the way forward for Chinese students inside and outside of your classroom.
PSI: A New Model for Success
Director Patrick Schnable will share a new research focus and funding model for the Plant Sciences Institute and describe a new Faculty Fellows program. This meeting will gauge interest in a future workshop series to bring together plant scientists, computational scientists, engineers and others to explore research challenges and solutions in the area of phenomics.
Symposium on Sustainability
Celebrating Iowa State's gold international sustainability certification achievement and gives a vision of the next goals in our collective journey toward a sustainable future. The half-day event will feature panel presentations and open discussion focused on the University's efforts, accomplishments, and goals related to sustainability in operations, academics, and the overall student experience.
Sustainapalooza 2014
Join The Green Umbrella, Live Green!, and the Council on Sustainability for the third annual Sustainapalooza. An event focused on green and sustainable initiatives, accomplishments, and opportunities at Iowa State and in the Ames community. Refreshments and sustainability-themed giveaways included.
Climate Preparedness and Resilient Cities: What It Means in Iowa
Des Moines Mayor Frank Cownie was one of eight U.S. mayors recently appointed to the State, Local and Tribal Leaders Task Force on Climate Preparedness and Resilience. Part of the 2014 Symposium on Sustainability
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, 26 Feb 2014
Training for EH&S Laboratory Safety Contacts
In this new course, laboratory safety contacts will learn about EH&S resources and contacts, and have the chance to network with other safety contacts. Register online.