Monday, 21 Sep 2015
Lecture: Catch Me If You Can
Frank Abagnale, a former con artist whose crimes inspired the memoir and movie Catch Me If You Can, is one of the world's most respected authorities on forgery, embezzlement, and secure documents. Greater Iowa Credit Union Business Lecture Series
Tuesday, 22 Sep 2015
Book sale
An annual fundraiser for the United Way of Story County. The sale will feature more than 300 items at both locations, including used books, CDs and DVDs.
Public forum: VP for diversity and inclusion finalist
Diane Ariza, associate vice president for academic affairs and chief diversity officer, Quinnipiac University, Hamden, Connecticut, is one of four finalists for Iowa State's vice president for diversity and inclusion.
Award-Winning Faculty Series: Harmonious Team Learning
How different would the team learning experience be in your classroom if each learner were willing to contribute fully? Teaching award-winning ISU Music professor Jacob Harrison noticed that weaker players in the symphony were allowing others to carry the load of playing on time, on key.
Town Hall Meeting with Rick Santorum - Presidential Caucus Series
Since 1987, the Presidential Caucus Series has provided students, faculty, and community members with an opportunity to question presidential candidates or their representative before the precinct caucuses. No tickets required.
Digital Photography Class
Long shots and short shots: everyone wants to take a good photograph. Learn the basics of using your digital SLR camera including settings, speeds, lighting and composition. Students will explore campus to use their new skills shooting photographs of their favorite sites and share those photographs to discuss technique, composition and design.
Indoor/Outdoor Portrait Photography Class
This is a four week course on Tuesdays, September 1, September 8, September 15, and September 22 from 6:00 to 8:30 p.m. Join beloved photo instructor Mark Stoltenberg, for a class exploring the "how-to" of taking great pictures whether indoors or outside.
Wednesday, 23 Sep 2015
Degree Audit Changes
Last day to change degree audit information for fall semester.
Book sale
An annual fundraiser for the United Way of Story County. The sale includes used books, CDs and DVDs. Free-will donations will be accepted.
Campus Fire Safety Event
Put out a simulated fire, learn fire safety tips, meet your Ames fire fighters and receive a coupon from a local restaurant and a free T-shirt.
Webinar: "How to Succesfully Manage Mulitple Projects"
This webinar is hosted by the National Center for Faculty Development and Diversity and facilitated by Marisa Parham. Register online with your ISU-sponsored membership.
Grants Hub workshop: Grant writing
This presentation will cover tips for improving proposal writing. Topics include how to organize paragraphs and proposal sections, how to use transitions to improve writing flow, how to improve clarity and avoid jargon, and much more. The focus of this presentation is not so much on the content of proposals, but rather on communicating the content optimally. Online registration is available; bring your lunch.
Art Walk: A Celebration of New Facilities and New Opportunities
Join University Museums Interpretation Specialist David Faux as we celebrate one of Iowa State's exciting new spaces, the Hansen Agriculture Student Learning Center. As we continue to celebrate the University Museums' 40th Anniversary we'll explore the new center's pavilion and other learning spaces with a special focus on Clint Hansen's mural.
Hacking the Classroom: Teaching Computational Thinking in Foundation Design
Nick Senske, assistant professor of architecture, will describe the development process for a required computational thinking course and a multi-year pedagogical study that resulted in innovative teaching methods for improving student outcomes and engagement. Part of the IDRO Friday Research Seminar Series.
Retirement reception: Pat Parker
Assistant director of admissions Pat Parker is retiring Sept. 30. A brief program will begin at 1:45 p.m.
SUB General Meeting
Check out SUB's general meeting to learn how YOU can get involved!
MU Birthday Bash
The Iowa State University Memorial Union is hosting an 86th birthday party in the MU's Great Hall and you're invited! Join us for some FREE chili, cake and drinks!
Adirondack Chairs Class
Make a comfortable outdoor chair just in time for fall fire pit season. Students will learn to follow a pattern and safely use wood shop tools including the table saw, drill press, sander and hand tools. Assemble your parts and learn about different finishes to personalize your woodworking project. Beginners are welcome.
Leaders Workshop Series
The legacy of a leader does not rest solely in his or her accomplishments. The development of positive values and a strong character helps leaders use their skills and abilities to make positive contributions to their organizations and the community around them. This workshop is designed to help leaders identify and clarify what they believe in and stand for as a leader at Iowa State University and beyond.
Nature Journaling
A four week course on Wednesdays - September 2, September 9, September 16, and September 23 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Whether you are a budding naturalist, artist, or writer, Reiman Gardens is the ideal setting to observe and record pollinating insects, tropical butterflies, and native flora and fauna.
Photography Class: The Art of Seeing
A four week course on Wednesdays, September 2, September 9, September 16, and September 23 from 6:00 to 8:30 p.m. Join professional photographer and instructor Mark Stoltenberg, for a four-part class and experience the true art of seeing through your photography.
Walk-In Dance: Belly Dance
A Three Pillars Delsarte based approach to Middle Eastern Belly Dance in the style of award winning performer Shiara. Learn the basic movements of belly dance with a specific focus and detailed exploration each week (listed below). The 8:20pm class will focus on technique, expression and choreography.
Grandma Mojo's Moonshine Revival Comedy Troupe
Grandma Mojo's Moonshine Revival is Iowa State University's student comedy, improv group. Holding shows on some Wednesday nights, you can come and laugh to your hearts content at the Mojos, and with the Mojos.
Thursday, 24 Sep 2015
Women's and Gender Studies series
"The Men of Hooterville: Rural Masculinity on the Small Screen," Margaret Weber, ISU history. Part of a series of informal, brown-bag lunch symposiums.
Amigurumi Crochet Workshop
Amigurumi is the Japanese art of crocheting small animals or creatures. The projects are super cute, fun to make, and all you need to know is basic crochet stitches to start. Come make your own stuffed creature and learn the basics of shaping, construction, and finishing. These projects can be turned into anything from keychains to cat toys, and there will be plenty of patterns to choose from.
Youth Watercolor Class
Learn basic sketching and watercolor techniques to paint everything from plants, animals, and butterflies, to landscapes and garden scenes.
Cyclone Cinema: Inside Out
The Student Union Board presents Cyclone Cinema! Showings are FREE in Carver 101 at 7 and 10 p.m. every Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Hope to see you there!
Student Debt Forum
A discussion focused on how Iowa State students can better manage student and personal debt will follow a screening of the film "Default: The Student Loan Documentary" (27 min). Part of the Ethics of Debt Symposium
Live Music: Holy White Hounds
The grinding, beat-infused cadre that is Holy White Hounds started in late 2013 between longtime friends Brenton Dean (vocals, guitar) and Ambrose Lupercal (bass).
Friday, 25 Sep 2015
Add/drop deadline, first half courses: Fall 2015
Last day to add/drop a first half-semester course without extenuating circumstances.