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Saturday, 28 Sep 2019

Symposium: U.S. Latino/a Studies 25th Anniversary

Sep 28, 2019

8:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Sun Room, Memorial Union

free

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Conferences Diversity

Engage memory, incite conversation and encourage cross cultural connections throughout the ISU campus, Iowa and the Midwest. Events include dynamic panels with students, faculty and staff, and local and national experts; presentations on ISU initiatives; and a keynote address on stereotypes from author and curator, William "Memo" Nericcio. Preregistration (free) encouraged.

Seminar: Artists of Iowa exhibit

Sep 28, 2019

9:00 AM - 3:30 PM

Brunnier Art Museum, Scheman Building

University Museums Arts, performances

This day-long seminar will feature the "Artists in Iowa: The First Century" exhibition and regional speakers who will examine its ideas and themes.

Autumn Garden Peace Post Workshop

Sep 28, 2019

9:30 AM - 1:30 PM

Reiman Gardens

Reiman Gardens

Looking for a fun way to spend a Saturday afternoon? Join DeDee Birdsall of Two Sisters Paint Palette for a unique workshop where you will paint your own four-foot garden peace pole.

Walk-In Craft: Mini Ofrendas

Sep 28, 2019

10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Workspace at the Iowa State Memorial Union

Free

The Workspace Arts, performances Diversity Student activities

Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) is a Mexican holiday that celebrates and honors those who have passed. An essential ritual includes making altars or ofrendas (meaning offerings) that include objects placed on display that pay homage to loved ones. Construct and decorate a small paper version in honor of Iowa State's Latino/a Studies Program 25th anniversary symposium.

Channeling Mextasy: Latinxers in the Digital Age - William Nericcio

Sep 28, 2019

1:00 PM

Sun Room, Memorial Union

free

Lecture Series Diversity Lectures

"Channeling Mextasy: Latinxers in the Digital Age," William "Memo" Nericcio, a Mexican-American public intellectual, artist, cultural critic, and professor of comparative literature at San Diego State University. He is the U.S. Latino/a Studies Program's 25th Anniversary Symposium keynote speaker.

Cyclone Cinema: Art of Self-Defense

Sep 28, 2019

7:00 PM

Carver 101

free

Memorial Union programs Student activities

A dark comedy centered around the world of karate. After being attacked on the street Casey enlists himself in a local dojo to learn how to defend himself.

Sunday, 29 Sep 2019

Argentine Tango Lessons

Sep 29, 2019

4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Room 3512 at the Iowa State Memorial Union

ISU - five lessons for $35/Public - five lessons for $45

The Workspace Arts, performances Student activities

Valerie Williams 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 different partners for practice. From 5-7pm, the floor is yours for dancing under the guidance of Valerie, and for working with different partners. An intermediate level figure will also be introduced during this time.

Cyclone Cinema: Art of Self-Defense

Sep 29, 2019

7:00 PM

Carver 101

free

Memorial Union programs Student activities

A dark comedy centered around the world of karate. After being attacked on the street Casey enlists himself in a local dojo to learn how to defend himself.

Monday, 30 Sep 2019

Monday Monologues series

Sep 30, 2019

12:15 PM - 12:45 PM

Grant Wood Foyer, Parks Library

free

University Library Arts, performances Lectures

"Climate Change Theatre Action: Lighting the Way," A series of short plays addressing climate change issues, with a focus on community action. Directed by Vivian Cook, ISU music and theatre.

Ceramic Bowls Class

Sep 30, 2019

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Workspace at the Iowa State Memorial Union

ISU $25, Public $35

The Workspace Arts, performances Student activities

Valerie Williams Learn to prepare clay for hand-building and use a mold to create a bowl form. Finishing will include creating decorative add-ons and texture. Bowls will be bisque fired for the second class where students will glaze their pieces for the final firing.