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Monday, 14 Sep 2015

Lecture: Nicholas Kristof

Sep 14, 2015

8:00 PM

Stephens Auditorium, Iowa State Center

free

Lecture Series Diversity Lectures Live Green Student activities

World Affairs Series Keynote: "Why We Should Care About the World and Want to Change It." Kristof is a Pulitzer Prize-winning columnist for the New York Times.

Tuesday, 15 Sep 2015

Meeting: Faculty Senate

Sep 15, 2015

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

Great Hall, Memorial Union

free

Groups, governance Meetings, receptions

The Faculty Senate represents the general faculty of Iowa State University and participates in shared governance of the University with the administration. Senate meetings are open to the public.

Indoor/Outdoor Portrait Photography Class

Sep 15, 2015

6:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Reiman Gardens

$68 for members. $85 for general public. ISU students pay 15% off member rate.

Reiman Gardens

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.

Sentinel Plant Network First Detector Training

Sep 15, 2015

6:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Reiman Gardens

Free for everyone.

Reiman Gardens

Reiman Gardens' staff will take you through the steps to become a certified First Detector, in the ever-increasing effort to detect and diagnose "high-consequence" pests and pathogens, such as the emerald ash borer and the Asian long-horned beetle.

Workshop: Floral Design

Sep 15, 2015

6:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Reiman Gardens

$36 members. $45 general public. ISU students get 15% off member price.

Reiman Gardens

Arrangement Theme: "Garden Party Arrangements" - These arrangements feature a variety of flowers that look just-picked from the garden. Ready for the spotlight, they're sure to please the nature lover. Learn the tips and skills used by professionals and create your own one-of-a-kind floral designs.

Lecture: The Encyclical of Pope Francis on Ecology

Sep 15, 2015

7:00 PM

Sun Room, Memorial Union

free

Lecture Series Diversity Lectures Live Green Student activities

Anne Clifford, Msgr. James A. Supple Chair in Catholic Studies at Iowa State, will examine Pope Francis's encyclical letter on ecology in anticipation of his visit to the United States. Msgr. James A. Supple Lecture Series

Open Mic Night

Sep 15, 2015

8:00 PM

M-Shop

Student Engagement Arts, performances Student activities

Open mic night gives students the chance to show off their talents to their fellow students. Many are musicians, comedians, and poets. So come on out and show us what kind of talents you have.

Wednesday, 16 Sep 2015

Sculpture in the Gardens

Sep 16, 2015

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Reiman Gardens

$16 members. $20 general public. ISU students get 15% off member rate.

Reiman Gardens Training, development

Join Blanden Art Museum artist and instructor Diane O'Hern for a unique sculpture workshop using flowers, plants, and insects as inspiration.

Behind the Scenes

Sep 16, 2015

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Reiman Gardens

Members & ISU students free. $10 general public.

Reiman Gardens

Topic: "Production Greenhouses (Fall)." Join staff each month for an interactive, behind the scenes look at Reiman Gardens.

Sculpture in the Gardens

Sep 16, 2015

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Reiman Gardens

$16 members. $20 general public. ISU students get 15% off member rate.

Reiman Gardens Training, development

Join Blanden Art Museum artist and instructor Diane O'Hern for a unique sculpture workshop using flowers, plants, and insects as inspiration.

Retirement reception: Tom Greenbowe

Sep 16, 2015

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

Hach Hall lobby

free

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Meetings, receptions

Morrill Professor of chemistry Tom Greenbowe is retiring. Brief remarks will begin at 2:15 p.m. A book of well wishes is being assembled.

Lecture: Future of Healthy Families - Ross Parke, Hilton Endowed Chair

Sep 16, 2015

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

2019 Morrill Hall

Lecture Series Diversity Lectures Live Green Student activities

Attend the Helen LeBaron Hilton Endowed Chair Lecture Series. This series brings together insight from across disciplinary bounds to address how family is defined, the current knowledge on healthy families, and the future of the field. Reception will follow.

Nature Journaling

Sep 16, 2015

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Reiman Gardens

$40 for members & $45 for general public. ISU students pay 15% off the member price

Reiman Gardens

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

Sep 16, 2015

6:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Reiman Gardens

Reiman Gardens

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.

Woodshop Orientation

Sep 16, 2015

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Workspace at the Iowa State Memorial Union

ISU $10, Public $20

The Workspace Arts, performances Student activities

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.

Macrame Class

Sep 16, 2015

6:30 PM - 9:00 PM

Workspace at the Iowa State Memorial Union

ISU $50, Public $60 (supplies included)

The Workspace Arts, performances Student activities

Sailors started it, hippies picked it up and The Workspace is bringin' it back! Learn the knots and hitches to create a retro plant hanger. Then, downsize and use the knotting forms to create an earthy bracelet with added beads.

Volleyball

Sep 16, 2015

6:30 PM

Hilton Coliseum

Athletics Athletics

Iowa State vs. UNI

Lecture: The Dating Doctor

Sep 16, 2015

7:00 PM

Great Hall, Memorial Union

free

Lecture Series Diversity Lectures Student activities

"Finding Relationships with Confidence, Happiness and Respect" - Relationship expert David Coleman has been speaking on college campuses for more than twenty years about the complexities of dating, relationships, romance and sex.

Walk-In Dance: Belly Dance

Sep 16, 2015

7:00 PM - 8:10 PM

Workspace at the Iowa State Memorial Union

ISU $35, Public $45 (5 session pass)

The Workspace Arts, performances Diversity Student activities

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.

Thursday, 17 Sep 2015

Study Abroad Fair

Sep 17, 2015

10:30 AM - 1:30 PM

Great Hall, Memorial Union

free

Academic Affairs Student activities

Talk with both ISU programs as well as affiliate programs that specialize in study abroad. The fair puts students in direct contact with program directors offering a wide range of study abroad options in practically any country in the world. It is an opportunity for students to get answers to their questions and make comparisons between programs to help them decide which program best meets their needs and interests.

Lunch and Learn Session

Sep 17, 2015

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Transportation Services dispatch office, Haber Road

free

Operations and Finance Division Meetings, receptions Training, development

"Servicing Your ISU Vehicle," for departments with yearly or seasonal vehicle rentals. Feel free to bring your lunch. RSVP requested. Also offered Aug. 20.

Seminar: Nanovaccine Initiative and Political Science

Sep 17, 2015

1:10 PM - 2:00 PM

210 Hamilton Hall

free

Research Lectures

"Countering Myths About Vaccines: Are Facts the Answer?" Brendan Nyhan, Dartmouth College, Hanover, New Hampshire. Nyhan will discuss how motivated reasoning can make people vulnerable to misinformation about controversial topics in medicine like vaccines. A reception precedes his seminar at 12:40 p.m.

Grad Students: Everything you need to know about the library...but were afraid to ask!

Sep 17, 2015

3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

Parks Library

free

University Library Training, development

Learn five important databases every graduate student should know, along with important library services and finding your librarian. Webinar - this workshop also occurs online simultaneously. Seating is limited for on-site workshop. Preregistration required for both on-site and online workshops.

Lecture: Agronomy Seminar Series - Ronald Phillips

Sep 17, 2015

4:10 PM

1001 Troxel Hall

free

Lecture Series Lectures Live Green Student activities

Ron Phillips, Regents Professor Emeritus and former McKnight Presidential Chair in Genomics, University of Minnesota, is a member of the National Academy of Sciences and widely regarded as one of the trailblazers in agricultural biotechnology.

Public forum: Student health director finalist

Sep 17, 2015

4:10 PM - 5:10 PM

Gold Room, Memorial Union

free

ISU Surplus Meetings, receptions

Students are invited to meet Erin Baldwin, chief operating officer for the Mahaska Health Partnership, and one of two finalists for Iowa State's Thielen Student Health Center director position.

Metalsmithing Class

Sep 17, 2015

6:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Workspace at the Iowa State Memorial Union

ISU $68, Public $78 (supplies included)

The Workspace Arts, performances Student activities

Begin your exploration of jewelry-making by learning techniques such as sawing, drilling, forming, chasing, annealing and riveting. Students will complete one or two projects out of copper depending on complexity. Pendants, earrings and bangle bracelets are just a few of the possibilities!

Youth Watercolor Class

Sep 17, 2015

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Reiman Gardens

$64 members. $80 general public. ISU students pay 15% off member rate.

Reiman Gardens

Learn basic sketching and watercolor techniques to paint everything from plants, animals, and butterflies, to landscapes and garden scenes.

Cyclone Cinema: Jurassic World

Sep 17, 2015

7:00 PM

Carver Hall 101

free

Student Union Board Student activities

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!

Live Music: Gallant w/ Blackbear

Sep 17, 2015

8:00 PM

Maintenance Shop, MU

$8 Students / $14 Public

Student Union Board Arts, performances Student activities

With sold out debuts in Los Angeles and New York City, Gallant's unparalleled voice has captured the attention of tastemakers in the past month. Spending years to find his voice and artistry, his emergence is a testament to his tireless dedication to a unique vision and sound. With a sound described as future soul, his music bridges contemporary productions with old school songwriting and talents.

Science in an Age of Doubters & Deniers

Sep 17, 2015

8:00 PM

Great Hall, Memorial Union

free

Lecture Series Lectures Student activities

Carl Zimmer is the author of 12 books about science and a columnist at the New York Times. He reports from the frontiers of biology where scientists are expanding our understanding of life. National Affairs Series: When American Values Are in Conflict.