Thursday, 06 Mar 2014
Open house: Hub patio design concepts
A team from Ames-based Bolton and Menk Inc. will hold an open house to gather feedback about design concepts for the Hub's west patio area. The space will get a $125,000 makeover this summer. Two to three design concepts will be on display in the current outdoor patio area during the open house and on the project website (http://www.bolton-menk.com/thehub) March 6-9.
Meeting: Professional and Scientific Council
P&S Council meetings are open to the public.
Computer Science Colloquium
Wei Le, Rochester Institute of Technology. A reception precedes the talk.
Geological & Atmospheric Sciences Seminar
"Earth's Changing Climate: The Transformation of the Arctic" by Henry Pollack, Univ. of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI.
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 March 12 meeting in Iowa City.
Pop Art Jewelry Class
Create fun, colorful jewelry using aluminum cans.
Stained Glass Class
Create a beautiful piece to capture the light through your windows. Learn how to cut, foil and solder glass using a pattern you choose or design.
Documentary and discussion: Girl Rising
Girl Rising journeys around the globe to witness the strength of the human spirit and the power of education to change the world. Viewers get to know nine unforgettable girls living in the developing world: ordinary girls who confront tremendous challenges and overcome nearly impossible odds to pursue their dreams. Prize-winning authors put the girls' remarkable stories into words, and renowned actors give them voice.
Lessons from the Past for a Sustainable Future
"The Extinction of the Passenger Pigeon: Lessons from the Past for a Sustainable Future," Dr. Stanley Temple. Temple's talk marks the centennial of the extinction of the passenger pigeon in 1914. He uses the passenger pigeon to call attention to the world's ongoing extinction crisis and our relationship with other species.
PoPS Studio Open House
Students and faculty in the spring-semester Products of Public Space multidisciplinary option studio will be available with a full display of student projects produced so far this semester. Focus will be on the potential for wind power and food vending in downtown Des Moines. The campus community and public are invited to stop by to view and learn more about the work and the studio.
Friday, 07 Mar 2014
Open forum: Animal science department chair finalist
Mark McGuire, professor of lactation physiology at the University of Idaho, will discuss his leadership style and vision for the department. He is one of three candidates interviewing for the position.
ISCORE Keynote: Harold Martin
Harold Martin Sr. is the chancellor at North Carolina A&T State University.
Micro-Biblioteca Open House
Open house hosted by Studio Andino, a College of Design interdisciplinary option studio that is developing a micro-library for the community organization La Pena de los Lunes in El Carmen, Comas, Peru. Learn about the project and consider donating children's books in Spanish or English to help supply the library.
Paint Your Own Pottery: Sci-Fi Characters
From Dr. Who and Darth Vader to Optimus Prime and Bilbo Baggins, use a stencil and transfer your favorite character on your piece.
Tennis
ISU vs. Drake.
Gymnastics
Iowa State vs. Iowa (Iowa Corn Cy-Hawk Series).
Now: Integrated Visual Arts Exhibition Opening Reception
Opening reception for exhibition of work by graduate students in the ISU integrated visual arts program. The show will be on display through May 8. Gallery hours are 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday; 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and closed on Sunday.
Dance social
Free dance social hosted by the ISU Ballroom Dance Club. Singles welcome. Dress is casual; indoor shoes or socks are required.
Performance: Amadeus
Amadeus tells a story of both fact and fiction about Mozart, one of the greatest composers who has ever lived. Mozart himself once described a genius by saying, "Neither a lofty degree of intelligence nor imagination nor both together go into the making of a genius. Love, love, love, that is the soul of genius."
ISU AfterDark
ISU AfterDark will feature screenwriter Max Brooks and Second City Imrov Group!
Performance: The Second City
The Second City, the company that launched the careers of Tina Fey, Stephen Colbert, Steve Carell, Gilda Radner, Bill Murray and more, brings the next generation of the comedy world's best and brightest in an evening of hilarious sketch comedy and improvisation. Whether it's ripped from the morning headlines or a classic gem from their archives, The Second City is always a laugh out loud hit.
10 Lessons for Surviving a Zombie Attack
Max Brooks, author of The Zombie Survival Guide and a Emmy Award-winning writer for Saturday Night Live, is considered to be one of the world's foremost Zombie experts. His bestselling book World War Z was recently made into a movie starring Brad Pitt.
Saturday, 08 Mar 2014
Garage sale
Items from the horticulture department and gift shop are offered at reduced prices.
Men's Basketball
ISU vs. Oklahoma State.
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
Performance: Amadeus
Amadeus tells a story of both fact and fiction about Mozart, one of the greatest composers who has ever lived. Mozart himself once described a genius by saying, "Neither a lofty degree of intelligence nor imagination nor both together go into the making of a genius. Love, love, love, that is the soul of genius."