Sign up to judge the State Science & Technology Fair of Iowa in March
The State Science & Technology Fair of Iowa seeks university faculty, staff and students to serve as judges for the statewide fair, to be held March 26-27, 2026, at Hilton Coliseum. More than 600 middle and high school students from across Iowa present STEM research projects, and the expertise of judges plays a critical role in helping them grow as young scientists, engineers and problem-solvers. Whether your specialty is agriculture, engineering, biology, computer science, health sciences, environmental science or the social sciences, there's a category in the fair that will benefit from your background and insight. Sign up online. Training is provided, and both new and returning judges are welcome. Questions may be directed to Alexa Groff, Extension Youth and 4-H.
Open forums scheduled Dec. 8-10 for enrollment management finalists
Three finalists for Iowa State's associate vice president for enrollment management post will visit campus the week of Dec. 8. Each visit includes an open forum (10:30-11:15 a.m., 3155 Marston) where stakeholders and members of the campus community can hear from the candidate and ask questions. The open forum schedule:
- Monday, Dec. 8
- Tuesday, Dec. 9
- Wednesday, Dec. 10
New dashboard, chemical inventory for researchers debuts
Garden calendar makes a great gift
The 2026 Garden Calendar, "A Bounty of Bulbs," may be purchased for $9 through the ISU Extension Store, online or at 119 Printing and Publications Building. This year's edition highlights the beauty and variety of bulbs, such as spring tulips, summer lilies, autumn crocuses and even winter's amaryllis, adding color to rooms. The calendar offers readers timely reminders to learn, grow and enjoy gardening throughout the year.
Guidelines during the holidays: Spending university funds
As the holiday season and graduation approach, faculty and staff are reminded to revisit the guidelines for using university funds, particularly as they relate to gifts and seasonal events. The controller's office has published an Allowability and Appropriateness manual (PDF) for university purchases as a helpful reference. Following these guidelines ensures university funds are used appropriately and responsibly. Here's a quick summary:
Allowable spending: Unit events aimed at boosting employee morale and team building are allowed at the department's discretion. In all situations, single-item vouchers from the ISU Creamery or ISU Dining are recommended over the use of gift cards. Gift cards have limited appropriate uses and are taxable to the employee recipient because they are considered a form of cash. A property receipt form should be completed and submitted to the tax team whenever a gift card is given.
Unallowable spending: University funds should not be used for personal events such as graduation celebrations, birthdays, weddings or anniversaries.
You're invited: Honors capstone poster session is Dec. 10
Fifty-six Honors students completing their honors capstone projects will present their posters on Wednesday, Dec. 10 (3-4:30 p.m., MU Gold, Oak and Cardinal rooms). All members of the university community are welcome to attend to learn about these students' projects.
Reiman Gardens' Winter Wonderscape opens Friday
Reiman Gardens' Winter Wonderscape is one of Iowa's largest holiday walk-through light displays, featuring more than 200,000 lights along lighted ADA-accessible trails. It will be held every Thursday-Saturday in December preceding Christmas and also Dec. 21-23 and Dec. 26-27 (5-9 p.m. nightly). Note: Forecasted extreme temperatures for Dec. 4 compelled organizers to cancel the opening night (ticket holders should email rgregistration@iastate.edu to rebook. Tickets must be purchased online in advance and are sold in half-hour increments (last entry starts at 7:30 p.m.). Once guests enter the gardens, they are welcome to stay as long as they wish up to the 9 p.m. close. Tickets are $16 (members and ISU students $14, youth 2-12 years $7).
Register for Project LEA/RN workshop in January
Project LEA/RN will host an in-person workshop Tuesday-Wednesday, Jan. 13-14, 2026 (9 a.m.-4 p.m. daily, 1022 Agronomy) that trains educators to help their students learn the kind of thinking required to solve complex problems. Faculty, staff and graduate students are welcome; enrollment is capped at 20. Participants will learn insights about the brain based on current research, engage in strategies that promote interaction and deep thinking, and apply them to situations in which they facilitate learning -- classes, orientation sessions, extension meetings or other learning situations. This workshop will not directly address the technology involved with remote and online learning or AI, but participants can directly apply their knowledge and practical understanding of human learning to the challenges presented in today's teaching world. To register or for more information, contact Project LEA/RN director Jan Wiersema, agronomy, (712) 221-1203.
Winter course preview for OLLI at Iowa State is Dec. 10
An online preview event of winter courses offered through OLLI (Osher Lifelong Learning Institute) at Iowa State will be held Wednesday, Dec. 10 (1:30 p.m. CST, via Zoom). The six-week winter session runs during January-February and is online only. The course list and general course information are online. Registration for winter courses opens at 8:30 a.m. Friday, Dec. 12.
Some volunteers still needed for Cy's Finals Frenzy
The division of student affairs seeks a few more volunteers for the fourth Cy's Finals Frenzy during prep week: Sunday-Friday, Dec. 7-12. In particular, pancake makers are needed Sunday night (9 p.m.-midnight) and BINGO assistants are needed Monday (7-10 p.m.). Most shifts are in 60- or 90-minute increments. This once-a-semester event promotes healthy study habits and personal wellness with free, fun activities for students as they prepare for final exams. As a result of student feedback, the program added three days (Dec. 10-12), all hosted in Cyclone Support Central, Parks Library. Faculty and staff volunteers are needed to help events run efficiently throughout the week and are encouraged to sign up for a shift (or two) to engage with students. More than 2,000 students participated in Cy's Finals Frenzy events in May.
Showcase your research in a spring public lecture
The ISU Committee on Lectures invites faculty, staff, researchers and graduate students to apply to present their work as part of the ISU Research Showcase, a 2025-26 lecture series highlighting innovative scholarship across campus. Selected presenters will receive a professional development award of $500 and the opportunity to share their research in a public lecture at the Memorial Union. Presentations should be 30 minutes, followed by 15 minutes of Q&A. To be considered, submit your proposal using the online form. The submission deadline for spring semester lectures is noon on Friday, Dec. 19. Questions may be directed to assistant director Laura Shaw, lectures program.
Agronomy Club holds popcorn fundraiser
The Agronomy Club is holding its annual (unpopped) popcorn fundraiser. The $10 package weighs approximately two pounds and features custom red and yellow kernels grown at the Agronomy Research Farm west of Ames. Order online; payment is by cash or check made out to Agronomy Club at Iowa State. Club members deliver on-campus orders and will ship anywhere when the buyer pays for shipping.
Monday day and evening classes canceled; university open
Due to Saturday's winter storm and the potential for hazardous road conditions on Sunday, Iowa State has cancelled day and evening classes on Monday, Dec. 1, to allow students additional time to travel back to campus after the Thanksgiving holiday. The university will remain open with normal operations, and facilities crews will be working throughout the weekend to clear roads and sidewalks. Employees who can't make it to campus Monday should coordinate with their supervisor to arrange to work remotely or take leave.
Horticulture Club members will sell poinsettias Dec. 2-6
Members of the Horticulture Club will sell poinsettia plants, while supplies last, Dec. 2-6, with the campus location changing daily. Prices are: $12 (4-inch pot), $18 (6.5-inch pot) and $40 (10-inch pot), with several colors available in each size. Pre-orders will be accepted through Wednesday, Nov. 26, with pick-up Dec. 1-2 in 0045 Horticulture Hall. Accepted forms of payment are cash, check or card.
- Tuesday, Dec. 2 (9 a.m.-4 p.m.), Curtiss Hall rotunda
- Wednesday, Dec. 3 (11 a.m.-5 p.m.), Beardshear ground floor
- Thursday, Dec. 4 (11 a.m.-6 p.m.), Maple Willow Larch commons
- Friday, Dec. 5 (11 a.m.-6 p.m.), Union Drive Community Center entrance
- Saturday, Dec. 6 (10 a.m.-2 p.m.), Reiman Gardens
Annual holiday art mart is Dec. 2-5 in the Memorial Union
Support local artists and find unique gifts at the annual Holiday Art Mart in the Memorial Union Dec. 2-5 (Art Gallery, first floor). Hours are 4-7 p.m. Tuesday, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Wednesday, 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Thursday and 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Friday (part of WinterFest). Find pottery, blown glass, jewelry, decor, accessories, textiles and prints. Sales support the individual artists, The Workspace in the MU and ISU's Gaffer's Guild.
Reminder: Benefits enrollment closes at 5 p.m. Friday
Open enrollment is the only time to enroll in or make changes to your benefits unless you have a qualifying event. Review your current choices in Workday and make any changes for 2026 before open enrollment closes at 5 p.m. Friday, Nov. 21. In addition to medical, dental, eyewear discount and flexible spending account selections, employees have their first opportunity to enroll in voluntary insurance plans that provide payments in instances of accidents, hospital stays and critical illnesses such as cancer, heart attack, stroke, major organ transplant and more.
Healthcare management students shine in national case competitions
A team of healthcare management students from the Ivy College of Business placed first in the fifth annual Undergraduate Health Administration Case Competition, held in Charleston, South Carolina, Nov. 13-14. Over five weeks, the team worked on a complex case requiring them to develop a business plan for implementing multiple healthcare AI products at the Medical University of South Carolina. Their strategic thinking, case analysis and professional delivery of their presentation set them apart from the 13 other teams in the competition.
A second team of healthcare management students won first place in the Penn State Health Policy and Administration Virtual Case Competition held virtually Oct. 17-23. This national event featured 54 undergraduate and graduate teams from 37 universities. The challenge involved examining patient data for adolescents with congenital heart disease, a lifelong condition present at birth that requires ongoing care. The objective was to determine why patients between the ages of 10 and 19 disengage from treatment and develop actionable strategies to increase engagement among teenage patients.
Find unique gifts and treats at entrepreneurs' holiday market
The Pappajohn Center, in collaboration with Winterfest, will host the third annual Jingle and Mingle Holiday Market on Friday, Dec. 5 (3:30-7:30 p.m., ground floor of Beardshear Hall). At this market event, students and alumni will sell their handmade goods and services as part of the the holiday season. Find handcrafted one-of-a-kind gifts, food, art and more, all created by talented entrepreneurs. Admission is free.
No Inside email on Thanksgiving Day
Inside Iowa State will not publish next week, Nov. 27, due to the national Thanksgiving holiday. Remaining editions this semester are Dec. 4, Dec. 11 and Dec. 18.
Commodity director to give Deal leadership lecture
Gretta Irwin, executive director and home economist with the Iowa Turkey Federation, will present the 2025 William K. Deal Leadership Lecture, "It Takes One: Leadership, Legacy and the Power of Belief," on Wednesday, Dec. 3 (4:30 p.m., 0127 Curtiss). All are welcome. Irwin earned her degree at Central College, Pella, and has served with the Iowa Turkey Federation since 1994. She was a key player in advocating, fundraising and assisting in the design for ISU's Stanley L. Balloun Turkey Teaching and Research Facility and guiding the federation to make contributions toward the new Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory.
Nominations open for Student Employee, Student Employee Supervisor of the Year awards
The office of student financial aid seeks nominations through Feb. 1, 2026, for two 2025-26 awards. Follow each link for the nomination form and more information about the award criteria.
- Student Employee of the Year: Recognizes the outstanding efforts of hourly undergraduate student employees who are making a difference as leaders and innovators in their roles.
- Student Employee Supervisor of the Year (in partnership with university human resources): Recognizes the exceptional supervisors of hourly student employees for their mentorship and professionalism.
Forestry club's tree and wreath sale runs for three weekends
Members of the forestry club will sell Christmas trees and wreaths over three weekends: Nov. 29-30 (no Friday sale), Dec. 5-7 and Dec. 12-14 in the Reiman Gardens parking lot. Sale hours are: 3-6 p.m. Fridays, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturdays, and 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sundays. The club will sell four tree varieties: white pine ($50-$65); Korean fir, balsam fir and Canaan fir ($100-$110), depending on size. Wreaths are priced $25 or $30, and accepted forms of payment are cash, check or card.
CeCe Winans concert tickets go on sale Nov. 20
Tickets for an April 23, 2026, concert by Grammy Award-winning American gospel singer CeCe Winans go on sale to the public at 10 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 20, via Ticketmaster. The 7 p.m. concert will be in Stephens Auditorium.
Ames-area podcast features Wintersteen
The Ames Regional Economic Alliance's (AREA) latest podcast (No. 105) is a conversation between AREA vice president for communication Eric Smidt and President Wendy Wintersteen, who shares her approach to leadership and talks about how Iowa State drives research and economic growth in the state and beyond. The length is about 45 minutes. It's available on major streaming platforms, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon, iHeartRadio and Podbean. A video version is on the alliance's YouTube channel.
New spring graduate course focuses on building research skills
LIB 5600x is a new, two-credit course for graduate students being offered spring semester. It's recommended for students who are at the beginning of their dissertation research or thesis. Open to students in all majors, this course provides structured guidance to conduct high-quality academic research. Students will develop advanced research and information literacy skills and build a holistic understanding of the research process and how to participate in it.
CyMath is recruiting math tutors for grades 3-12
CyMath provides weekly math tutoring on campus, by Zoom and at two Ames schools for students in grades 3-12. The goal is for students to build their math confidence and competence so they thrive in future STEM classes. The free program, directed by professor of electrical and computer engineering Namrata Vaswani, is recruiting faculty, staff and graduate student volunteers in math, statistics, physics, computer science or computer engineering to tutor, help recruit tutors, assist with publicity, document impact or coordinate sessions in Des Moines (especially by volunteers who live in the Des Moines area). Improve your communication and teaching skills with young students -- perhaps future Cyclones -- while helping them learn. Complete the volunteer application to get started. CyMath impact reports are online. Questions may be directed to cymath@iastate.edu.
Newest Iowa Stater magazine looks at Wintersteen's ISU career
Iowa Stater magazine's fall issue features a look at President Wendy Wintersteen's nearly 47-year-career at Iowa State ahead of her retirement in January. Learn how a new major offered students a once-in-a-lifetime learning opportunity at the 2025 version of Farm O'Geddon in Ireland, how Iowa State invests in student ideas and innovations, and how one graduate student is engineering stronger roads -- plus much more.
Stange west lane and sidewalk to close for grass seeding
From Thursday, Nov. 13, through Saturday afternoon, Nov. 15, the west/outer lane of Stange Road (southbound) and westside sidewalk along Stange will be closed so crews can complete grading and grass seeding in that area. The inner lane will remain in use. Pedestrians are asked to use the path along the east side of the road.
Celebrate GIS Day at Nov. 19 event
Iowa State's GIS (Geographic Information System) Support and Research Facility, along with Parks Library, will host GIS Day 2025 on Wednesday, Nov. 19 (9 a.m.-noon, The Catalyst, 199 Parks Library). This come-and-go event is for everyone, from the GIS curious to the GIS user. Get information about GIS opportunities and programs on campus, free GIS swag and free food. The Mapping Masterminds competition (with prizes in each of two categories) is open to everyone, and speakers from around campus will share their research throughout the morning.
Faculty, staff volunteers needed to keep SHOP open during winter break
SHOP, the food pantry in Beyer Hall serving ISU students, seeks staff and faculty volunteers for shifts during December and January, particularly Dec. 16-Jan. 10. Service hours at SHOP during winter break will be 1-5 p.m. Tuesdays, 2-5 p.m. Wednesdays, and 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Fridays. Sign up in one-hour increments on the SignUp Genius page. Volunteers who haven't already done so are asked to complete the online training for SHOP before volunteering. A SHOP team member will be available to answer questions as they arise. Questions about getting started may be directed to Austin Cook, Student Wellness.
Buy Cyclone-Hawkeye women's basketball tickets by Nov. 18
Faculty and staff have the exclusive opportunity to purchase general admission tickets for the Iowa Corn Cy-Hawk women's basketball game on Wednesday, Dec. 10 (6 p.m., Hilton Coliseum) at a discounted $25 each. Any remaining tickets will go on sale to the public at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 19.
Hort Farm to hold apple sale Nov. 20-21
The staff of ISU's Horticulture Research Station will hold an apple sale on Thursday-Friday, Nov. 20-21 (3-6 p.m. daily, 55519 170th St., north of Ames). A wide variety of apple cultivars will be available, including (but not limited to): Chieftain, Liberty, Golden Delicious, Granny Smith, Ludacrisp, Evercrisp, Secor and Fuji. The price is $5 for a 5-pound bag. To order a 30-pound box (by request only, $30), email Chloe Henscheid.
Instructors: Confirm teaching assignments, submit course material requests
Faculty who will teach a winter session or spring semester course are asked to submit all materials needed for class -- textbooks, courseware, eBooks, course packets, subscriptions and supplies (design, lab, personal protective equipment, technology, etc.) as soon as their teaching assignment is confirmed. Include courses for which there are no textbook requirements or where library resources will be used. These lists should be submitted to your department academic coordinator or directly through the VerbaCollect adoptions portal. Instructors without a department coordinator or who aren't sure how to access VerbaCollect should contact digital resource specialist Emma Peterson, 294-0362. The bookstore team provides custom book lists to students after course registration. Published textbook and course material requirements are online.
Need help with your adoptions? The ISU Book Store has several information sites to answer questions instructors may have:
Questions or requests to set up a training session (for you or an entire department) also may be directed to Peterson.
Help requested to streamline Mediacom billing
As part of its effort to streamline and improve the billing process with Mediacom, procurement services needs to identify all existing Mediacom accounts associated with Iowa State University, excluding the athletics department. All other departments that currently use any Mediacom services (TV, internet or phone) are asked to complete the Smartsheet survey by Friday, Nov. 21. The appropriate individuals to complete the survey are cost center managers, business unit managers or building supervisors. Procurement will share the survey-provided information with Mediacom to ensure the correct services are being provided and invoiced. Procurement staff then will contact individuals regarding their Mediacom service(s) and provide a timeline, guidance on using a P-Card for payment and an overview of what to expect moving forward.
Completing the survey promptly will ensure an accurate review. Campus units that use Mediacom services but don't respond to the survey risk their service inadvertently being disconnected. In those cases, they would need to contact procurement agent Jake Miller for assistance reestablishing service.
This survey is for the review of current services and should not be used to request new services. If you need assistance with new Mediacom services, contact Miller.
ISU wine and hard cider holiday pre-sale is open
The Iowa State University Winery is taking pre-orders now for its holiday wine sale (red, rosé and white varieties). Pick-up and payment for pre-orders will be held outside the Meats Laboratory in Kildee Hall on five Fridays: Nov. 14 and 21, and Dec. 5, 12 and 19 (11 a.m.-1 p.m.). Wine bottles cost $20 each, and shoppers must be 21 years old with a valid ID to purchase and consume. Starting Nov. 10, the pre-sale will include the two hard ciders from the new Iowa State University Cidery: original cider and carbonated cider and rosé wine, both made with Iowa-grown apples. Questions may be directed to Jocey Caelwaerts.
Council's food drive for SHOP runs through Nov. 20
The P&S Council's annual food drive for the SHOP student food pantry in Beyer Hall is focusing on four items this fall: rice, peanut butter, toothbrushes and toothpaste. Through Thursday, Nov. 20, donations can be dropped off at any of these eight campus locations:
- 150 Parks Library
- 1420 Gerdin
- 1605 Gilman
- 3320 Memorial Union
- Parking division counter, Armory
- Plant atrium, Lloyd Veterinary Medical Center
- Printing services, Student Innovation Center
- Reiman Gardens front desk
Lecture: Indigenous peoples and the American Constitution
Sebastian Braun, professor of political science and director of the American Indian studies program, will give a public lecture, "Indigenous Peoples and the American Constitution," on Wednesday, Nov. 12 (6 p.m., 2630 Memorial Union). All are welcome.
Learn more about the new voluntary benefits
Interested faculty and staff are invited to a live webinar, "Voya Supplemental Health Benefits," on Thursday, Nov. 13 (2-3 p.m., register to receive the link). The conversation will provide an overview of Voya's supplemental health insurance options: accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity, available for the first time to ISU employees during open enrollment, which runs through Nov. 21. Each is designed to help offset the costs of an injury or illness that aren't covered by medical insurance.
Voya also has recorded a 15-minute video on the three insurance options, available on the both the ISU Voya website and the 2026 benefits open enrollment website.
Learn proper tree-pruning technique from campus experts
As part of ISU's annual application for membership in the national Tree Campus USA program, horticulture professor Jeff Iles and campus services' tree maintenance staff are hosting training on how to properly prune trees on Thursday, Nov. 13 (11 a.m.-noon, meet at the northeast doors to Troxel Hall). This training is open to any ISU employee or student interested in learning about proper pruning techniques for small trees. Service-learning projects give campus groundskeepers and arborists the chance to engage with students and staff on issues related to the care and maintenance of campus trees. Questions may be directed to Rhonda Martin, campus services.
Give CyThx through end of November
In its eighth year, CyThx gives Iowa Staters a chance to thank the faculty, staff, graduate teaching assistants or anyone else who makes them feel like a valued member of the ISU community. "Thankers" remain anonymous while CyThx honorees are acknowledged. Submissions can be made through the end of the month. The initiative is a partnership of the Center for Excellence in Learning and Teaching, ISU learning communities, multicultural student affairs, student government, Graduate and Professional Student Senate, student engagement and Student Union Board.
Recycle pumpkins, gourds at city site
Jack-o'-lanterns, decorative gourds, corn and harvest vegetables can be dropped off in collection bins on the north side of the city of Ames' Resource Recovery Plant, 110 Center Ave., through Dec. 1. They will be composted.
Diwali celebration of Indian culture is Nov. 15
The Indian Student Association will host Diwali, a celebration of light, culture and togetherness, on Saturday, Nov. 15 (5-10:30 p.m., Ames City Hall auditorium). Enjoy traditional Indian dance and music performances, with an authentic Indian dinner served afterward. Tickets ($12, faculty and staff $10, students $8) may be purchased on the student organization marketplace. Diwali is open to the Iowa State and Ames communities.
Gymnastics season tickets on sale now
Season tickets for the Cyclone gymnastics home season go on sale Oct. 30. Get admission to the five meets at Hilton Coliseum during February and March -- including the March 13 dual with Iowa -- for $25. All seating is general admission and first come, first served.
Proposals requested by Nov. 14 for P&S professional development conference
Organizers of the Professional and Scientific (P&S) Council’s 2026 professional development conference are accepting proposals through Nov. 14 for conference sessions and lunchtime activities. "Pieces to Possibilities" is scheduled for Thursday, Feb. 26, 2026, at the Scheman Building, Iowa State Center. The puzzle theme encourages staff to seek where they can connect with others, to look at problems from different angles, and to not be afraid to try something new. At Iowa State, all P&S staff are important pieces in the puzzle. Session proposals should tie into one of four tracks and engage P&S employees in personal and professional development:
- Health and wellness (financial planning, personal health and safety, mental health, etc.)
- Human interactions (networking, communication, conflict resolution, etc.)
- Leadership (leading from different levels, working with groups, leadership styles, etc.)
- Professional resources (technical tips and tricks, project management, benefits, etc.)
On the same proposal form, organizers also are seeking suggestions for lunch-time activities, including units that might be represented at a resource table during the lunch break. Would your department like to share your resources and answer questions during that time? Is there a department you wish you could easily ask questions of? Submit your ideas by Nov. 14.
CYtation award for P&S staff adds Outstanding Supervisor category
Recognize a dedicated P&S colleague with a CYtation award, presented annually by the Professional and Scientific Council, which believes that an employee who goes above and beyond their normal responsibilities, does something extraordinarily well, and acts in such a way as to make a very real difference in the institution deserves to be recognized. Nominations open Nov. 1 and close Dec. 1 for this year's awards, which include, for the first time, an Outstanding P&S Supervisor category. First, review the "Preparing Effective Award Nominations" workshop to ensure your nomination captures what your nominees are doing well.
Van pool riders sought for east, north routes
Transportation Services is assessing whether there's enough interest among faculty and staff to support van pool routes for employees who live north or east of Ames. The first potential route would originate in Marshalltown with stops along the Highway 30 corridor. The second route would begin in Story City. The employee van pool is available to all full-time university employees who commit to riding year-round. Riders must share a similar work schedule. Contact van pool coordinator Andrea Weber, 294-0181, to add your name to a list of potential riders.
Transportation services also is accepting riders for its three southern routes that originate from the Urbandale, Des Moines and Ankeny areas. ISU van pool rider fees are paid monthly via a payroll deduction and are based on distance, number of riders and the type of vehicle. The benefits of riding in a van pool include:
- 10 free parking passes each year.
- Emergency transportation (at no charge) when circumstances require leaving campus unexpectedly during a work shift.
- Free parking on campus.
- Reduced wear and tear on your personal vehicle.
- Someone else does the driving.
Alumni association members' vote scheduled for Nov. 10
Final ice cream sale of the semester is today in Kildee Hall
Members of the Dairy Science Club are holding their final Wednesday ice cream sale of fall semester today (Oct. 29, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.) outside the north doors to Lush Auditorium in Kildee Hall. Get a cup for $2 (cash only); flavors this week are apple pie, caramel brownie, mocha chip, s'mores and vanilla. The ice cream is mixed by club members at the ISU Creamery, and the sale serves as a fundraiser for club activities throughout the year. The Wednesday sale will resume in the spring.
Empty Bowls fundraiser to benefit SHOP food pantry
The second annual Empty Bowls fundraiser is Saturday, Nov. 15 (5:30-8 p.m., Collegiate United Methodist Church, 2622 Lincoln Way). Enjoy bread, desserts and soup served in a handcrafted bowl made by local artists, including those who participated in a workshop hosted by the Memorial Union Workspace earlier this year. Guests keep their bowl as a reminder of the empty bowls in our community. A portion of the funds raised will benefit SHOP (Students Helping Our Peers) food pantry in Beyer Hall serving Iowa State students living with food insecurity. Tickets are $30-35 in advance ($40 at the door) and available around town and online.
Dogs and owners welcome at Howl-O-Ween
Reiman Gardens will host its annual Howl-O-Ween, a special event for dog lovers and their canine companions, on Friday, Oct. 31 (4:30-7 p.m., Reiman Gardens). Activities include a canine costume contest (captured with photos shared on Reiman Gardens' Facebook page the next day for public voting and prizes for the three best costumes) and complimentary swag bag for dogs. Outside Scoop will be on site offering ice cream and pup cups for purchase. Pre-registration is encouraged but not required. Regular admission rates apply (free for members and ISU students).