Saturday, 17 Oct 2015
Football
Iowa State vs. TCU.
Cyclone Cinema: Mad Max: Fury Road
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!
Sunday, 18 Oct 2015
Iowa State Singers
James Rodde, conductor
ISU Symphonic Band & Concert Band
Christian Carichner, conductor Concert Bands; Steven Smyth, conductor Symphonic Band
Argentine Tango Practica
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 better dancing. 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.
Cyclone Cinema: Mad Max: Fury Road
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!
Performance: The Hot Sardines
Vibrant jazz brilliantly fuses musical influences from New York, Paris and New Orleans during the Prohibition Era through World War ll and beyond.
Monday, 19 Oct 2015
Panel: An Overview of Universal Design for Learning in Higher Ed (Part 1)
Universal Design for Learning (UDL) is an approach to curriculum and teaching that provides equal opportunities for learning to all students. Although UDL is not a new concept, it has received a lot of press recently. In part this is because larger numbers of people with disabilities are attending higher education institutions and there is a greater awareness of the need to make web resources, courses, services...
Statistics Seminar (Zyskind Memorial Lecture)
"Design and Analysis of Definitive Screening Experiments", Christopher J. Nachtsheim, Frank A. Donaldson Chair of Operations Management, Carlson School of Management, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis
Woodshop Orientation
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.
Lecture: Radiolab's Jad Abumrad
"Gut Churn" - Jad Abumrad is producer and co-host of Radiolab, heard weekly on NPR.
Tuesday, 20 Oct 2015
Fee payment deadline for Fall 2015
Fee payment deadline for fall. Final payment due.
Iowa Latina/o Education Initiative Conference
"Creating Campus Culture: What Works for Latina/o Student Success," with a goal to initiate a collective conversation that will lead to statewide strategies and promising practices. Speakers include Dr. Maria Harper-Marinick, Dr. Socorro Herrera and Diane Finnerty. Registration is required.
Grants Hub workshop: Budget development
Bring your laptop or tablet to participate in this hands-on basic budget development session. You will learn the basic components and budget categories and work on creating budgets using university templates. Online registration available Sept. 18.
Meeting: Faculty Senate
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.
Seminar: Geological & Atmospheric Sciences
"Isotopic approaches on gypsum to unravel Mars' humidity history" by Dr. Emma Gatti, NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory
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.
Mat Cutting Workshop
Learn to size mats, cut straight and beveled edges, and hinge mount artwork. Bring a 5 x 7 or smaller art piece with you to class. This class is required in order to use the mat cutter on your own.
Workshop: Floral Design Series
"Halloween Arrangements." Decorate for an autumn celebration or a ghoulish gathering with a classic arrangement in the bewitching colors of orange and black. Learn the tips and skills used by professionals and create your own one-of-a-kind floral designs.
Lecture: My Life as an Undocumented Immigrant
Jose Antonio Vargas is a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist, filmmaker and author of the groundbreaking 2011 New York Times Magazine essay that revealed and chronicled his life as an undocumented immigrant. Vargas, who has worked with the Huffington Post and the Washington Post, was subsequently featured on the cover of TIME Magazine and testified at a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing on immigration reform. He has written...
Live Music: The Sheepdogs with Radio Moscow
Built on the solid, classic rock foundation of three-part harmonies and dual guitar leads, Canada's The Sheepdogs blend Southern boogie rock, groove-based psychedelia, and bluesy barroom swagger into a modern rock & roll revival.
Wednesday, 21 Oct 2015
Graduation applications: Spring 2016
Seniors graduating Spring 2016 should submit a Graduation Application via AccessPlus.
Registration begins: Spring 2016
First day of assigned Spring 2016 registration dates for students in the College of Veterinary Medicine and students in the Graduate College. Hours for AccessPlus registration are 7 a.m. to 11 p.m., Monday--Saturday.
Behind the Scenes
"Reiman Gardens' New Site Plan." Join staff each month for an interactive, behind the scenes look at Reiman Gardens.
Iowa NSF EPSCoR Energy Policy Seminar Series
"California's Innovative Policies to Fight Climate Change," Anthy Alexiades, California Environmental Protection Agency air resources board.
National Bioenergy Day
Exhibits and activities presented by more than 10 organizations will showcase research, educational, extracurricular and career opportunities related to bioenergy at Iowa State as well as the state of Iowa. Students who visit the exhibits can earn a free cup of coffee from the ABE's Harvest Café.
CALS Study Abroad Fair
Get a global education: Learn about the study abroad programs offered through the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences. Talk with students who have been abroad and learn about upcoming travel opportunities. Can't make it to the fair, but still interested in hearing more about our programs? Stop in 0018 Curtiss Hall or contact the Ag Study Abroad office for more information.
SUB General Meeting
Check out SUB's general meeting to learn how YOU can get involved!
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.