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Thursday, 16 May 2019

Derek Hough Live! The Tour

May 16, 2019

7:30 PM

Stephens Auditorium

$49.50-$85

Iowa State Center Arts, performances

From the Emmy Award-winning mind of Derek Hough, the live dance show is the first-ever solo tour for the dynamo. The show features brand-new stage production, astounding versatility and, as always, Derek's magnetic stage presence. Fans will journey through a true fusion of dance and music, as Derek explores styles ranging from ballroom and tap to salsa and hip-hop and everything in between.

Friday, 17 May 2019

Free Admission Today During National Public Gardens Week

May 17, 2019

9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Reiman Gardens

Reiman Gardens

We will celebrate National Public Gardens' Week with a FREE ADMISSION day on Friday, May 17.

Meet-A-Scientist

May 17, 2019

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Reiman Gardens

Reiman Gardens

Current science gets up close and personal at this informal drop-in program. Meet local scientists who will share their research and knowledge with you through fun hands-on activities, games, and conversation. This event features professionals who are Reiman Gardens Science Communication Fellows. No registration required. Free for everyone today in celebration of National Public Gardens Week!

MS Agronomy Defense Seminar

May 17, 2019

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

3022 Agronomy Hall or Zoom ID 493782393

Agronomy Department

Impact of a foliar applied silicate product on the observed and measured stalk strength of inbred Maize; Speaker: Mikkal Hodge; Creative Component type: Research; Major Professor: Mark Westgate

Retirement reception: Paul Kapke

May 17, 2019

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Room 1102 Molecular Biology Building

free

Receptions and open houses Meetings, receptions

Paul Kapke, an associate scientist in the Office of Biotechnology and manager of the Hybridoma Facility, is retiring May 31.

Saturday, 18 May 2019

American Peony Society National Convention

May 18, 2019

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Reiman Gardens

$4.50-$9

Reiman Gardens Conferences

Visitors are invited to view the peony flowers on display as well as attend educational sessions based on the 2019 theme "Back to Our Roots."

Sunday, 19 May 2019

Walk-in Argentine Tango

May 19, 2019

4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Room 3512 in the Memorial Union

ISU Five lessons for $35, Public Five lessons for $45

Student Engagement Arts, performances Diversity Student activities

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 floor is yours for dancing under the guidance of Valerie Williams, and for working with different partners. An intermediate level figure will also be introduced during this time.

Monday, 20 May 2019

Semester begins

May 20, 2019

All day

Iowa State University

Academic Affairs Academic calendar

First day of classes for session I of the summer semester.

Midwest Big Data Summer School

May 20, 2019

8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Memorial Union

$100-$150

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Conferences

The summer school brings together professionals and researchers to explore big data. The event will offer tutorials at both beginning and intermediate levels, including hands-on activities. For example, participants will learn to create visual and quantitative summary of data in R and Python and create machine learning models. Early registration discounts end March 20. Student discounts available.

CELT Course Design Institute

May 20, 2019

8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

2030 Morrill Hall

free

Center for Excellence in Learning and Teaching Training, development

The CELT Course Design Institute is a four-day event full of interactive, hands-on and collaborative activities to give ISU's instructors skills, time and space for designing or substantially revising their courses. The Institute will take place May 20-23.

Tuesday, 21 May 2019

Midwest Big Data Summer School

May 21, 2019

8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Memorial Union

$100-$150

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Conferences

The summer school brings together professionals and researchers to explore big data. The event will offer tutorials at both beginning and intermediate levels, including hands-on activities. For example, participants will learn to create visual and quantitative summary of data in R and Python and create machine learning models. Early registration discounts end March 20. Student discounts available.

Open house: Key Travel staff

May 21, 2019

12:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Oak Room, Memorial Union

free

Operations and Finance Division Special events

Staff from Key Travel, one of the university's approved travel agencies, will be on campus to meet faculty and staff and answer questions.

Reception: P&S Council Meet and Greet

May 21, 2019

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Lobby, Advanced Teaching and Research Building

free

Groups, governance Meetings, receptions

Meet Professional and Scientific Council representatives, network with P&S employees and register for door prizes. Refreshments provided.

Floral Design: May Baskets

May 21, 2019

6:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Reiman Gardens

Reiman Gardens

Gather lovely florals in a festive spring basket with some extra goodies to give away or keep for yourself! Preregistration with prepayment is required one week in advance.

Wednesday, 22 May 2019

Midwest Big Data Summer School

May 22, 2019

8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Memorial Union

$100-$150

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Conferences

The summer school brings together professionals and researchers to explore big data. The event will offer tutorials at both beginning and intermediate levels, including hands-on activities. For example, participants will learn to create visual and quantitative summary of data in R and Python and create machine learning models. Early registration discounts end March 20. Student discounts available.

Research workshop: Working with IACUC or IBC Protocols Using a-tune

May 22, 2019

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

2310 Kildee Hall

Research Training, development

The Office for Responsible Research, Office of the Attending Veterinarian and Laboratory Animal Resources are offering software training for researchers who submit IACUC or IBC protocols. Participants will learn how to navigate the new electronic protocol submission system, a-tune. Training topics will include creating and submitting a protocol, and, for animal users of LAR, how to order animals and manage animal records.

Thursday, 23 May 2019

Midwest Big Data Summer School

May 23, 2019

8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Memorial Union

$100-$150

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Conferences

The summer school brings together professionals and researchers to explore big data. The event will offer tutorials at both beginning and intermediate levels, including hands-on activities. For example, participants will learn to create visual and quantitative summary of data in R and Python and create machine learning models. Early registration discounts end March 20. Student discounts available.

Friday, 24 May 2019

MS Agronomy Defense Seminar

May 24, 2019

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

3022 Agronomy Hall or Zoom ID 493782393

Agronomy Department

What's new in cover crop research in Iowa and by Iowans from 2013 TO 2018; Speaker: Anne Carlson; Creative Component type: Literature Review; Major Professor: Mark Licht

Saturday, 25 May 2019

Memorial Day Weekend

May 25, 2019

9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Reiman Gardens

Reiman Gardens

Saturday, May 25 through Monday, May 27, 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. In honor of their service all active duty military and veterans are admitted free of charge over Memorial Day Weekend.

Monday, 27 May 2019

University holiday

May 27, 2019

All day

Iowa State University

Academic Affairs Academic calendar

University offices are closed and classes are recessed.

Wednesday, 29 May 2019

Research workshop: IRBManager May Session

May 29, 2019

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

222 Kingland Conference Room

free

Research Training, development

Learn how to navigate the new electronic IRBManager system, what the submission process looks like, how to submit IRB protocols for review and how to access your IRB-approved materials.

Thursday, 30 May 2019

Performance: PJ Masks Live!

May 30, 2019

6:00 PM

Stephens Auditorium

$29-$59

Iowa State Center Arts, performances

An all new super-heroic, live musical show, featuring the heroic trio from PJ Masks. Watch Catboy, Owlette and Gekko along with their new friend PJ Robot, as they try to save the day from the sneaky villains -- Romeo, Night Ninja and Luna Girl! Fluttering Feathers! Leaping Lizards! What a CAT-tastrophe!

Retirement reception: April Katz

May 30, 2019

7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Community Gallery, Octagon Center for the Arts, 427 Douglas Ave.

free

College of Design Meetings, receptions

April Katz, Morrill professor of art and visual culture (printmaking), is retiring. A reception will be held in conjunction with a Katz exhibition reception.

Friday, 31 May 2019

Homeschool Day: Insects

May 31, 2019

9:30 AM - 12:00 PM

Reiman Gardens

Reiman Gardens

Reiman Gardens' collection of insects includes hundreds of species of moths, butterflies, and more.

Art & Antique Sale

May 31, 2019

12:00 PM - 6:00 PM

004 Scheman Building

free

University Museums Arts, performances

Sales are first come, first served. Prices are marked and non-negotiable. All sales are "as is" and final. Cash, checks and credit cards will be accepted. Proceeds will provide resources to help acquire, conserve and maintain works of art in the University Museums permanent collection. Sale items were donated to the University Museums with the intent to support the mission and long-term goals of the University Museums.