Student Announcements
April 2022
Art Mart at the MU is May 11-13
The ISU Gaffers's Guild and The Workspace are hosting an art pop-up shop Wednesday-Friday, May 11-13, in the MU art gallery, opposite the food court. Choose from jewelry and accessories, blown glass, prints and pottery created by campus artists. Hours are 4-8 p.m. May 11, 10 a.m.-8 p.m. May 12, and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. May 13.
ISU adds chapter of national entrepreneurship honor society
Iowa State has launched a chapter of the national Sigma Nu Tau Entrepreneurship Honor Society, the society's 41st chapter. Students eligible for the honor society must be an entrepreneurship major or minor; be a junior, senior or graduate student; and maintain a minimum GPA of 3.2 (3.5 for graduate students). Sigma Nu Tau is the only honor society devoted to entrepreneurship.
COVID-19: By the numbers
For the week that ended April 24, the positive rate for COVID-19 tests completed at the Thielen Student Health Center was 11.43% (4 of 35 tests completed), up from 8.7% a week earlier. Testing reflects both symptomatic students and student-athletes following NCAA testing protocols. The vaccination rate among Story County residents at least 5 years old rose to 66.1% as of April 27. Iowa State is providing weekly updates on these and other public health benchmarks on its COVID-19: By the numbers website.
Library open continuously during finals week, therapy dogs return for prep week
Parks Library staff announce the return of a few end-of-semester services this spring. During finals week, Parks will be open around the clock Monday-Thursday, May 9-12. Barks@Parks returns prep week; follow the paw prints on the floor Monday-Friday, May 2-6 (noon-3 p.m. daily).
MU, residence and dining job fair is May 2
The Memorial Union, department of residence and ISU Dining are looking for ambitious students to join them. Attend the Student Employee Recruitment Fair on Monday, May 2 (noon-2 p.m., MU Campanile Room), and bring a resume and contact information. Open positions include graphic designers (internship eligible), AV techs, event operations, mechanic assistants, student engagement consultants and many facilities or dining positions. Enjoy competitive pay rates, great experience and a fun work environment. Eligible positions are able to extend into the 2022-23 academic year. All students who attend and visit at least two tables will be entered in to win a $100 ISU Book Store gift card.
Reiman Gardens' plant sale is May 7-8
Reiman Gardens will open its spring plant sale to the public Saturday, May 7 (9 a.m.-6 p.m.) and Sunday, May 8 (10 a.m.-3 p.m.), in the gardens' parking lot, rain or shine. Garden members have earlier access to the sale, which includes perennials for sun and shade; herbs; vegetables; Iowa natives; woody plants including trees, shrubs and Buck roses; specialty evergreens; container annuals; hanging baskets and prefinished mixed containers. Accepted forms of payment are credit card, check and cash. Gardens admission is not required to shop at the plant sale.
Classrooms reserved for evening study during prep week
ISU's room scheduling team has designated 10 general university classrooms as evening study rooms for students during prep week, May 2-6 (5:30-11 p.m.). The buildings and rooms are:
- Carver 0282, 0290
- Pearson 3119, 3143
- Physics 0056
- Ross 0024, 0027, 0031, 0125, 0131
Honors poster presentation, convocation is May 4
The university community is invited to the spring Honors poster presentation on Wednesday, May 4 (3-5 p.m., MU Great Hall, followed by a reception). Spring 2022 Honors graduates, as well as other Honors students, will be present to speak with individuals interested in their projects and answer questions. The annual Honors convocation will begin at 5:45 p.m. in the MU Sun Room.
Faculty-Staff Inspiration Awards to honor five May 20
Five current or former faculty and staff will be recognized with a Faculty-Staff Inspiration Award at a May 20 reception:
- Dr. Rachel Allbaugh, associate professor of veterinary clinical sciences and Lora and Russ Talbot Endowed Professor in Veterinary Medicine
- Raluca Cozma, former associate professor, Greenlee School of Journalism and Communication
- Ann Gansemer-Topf, associate professor, School of Education
- Pat Miller, director of lectures program (posthumous)
- Peter Orazem, University Professor of economics
Biographies for this year's recipients and a list of previous winners are online. Register by noon on May 13 to attend the 5:30 p.m. reception in the ISU Alumni Center's Reiman Ballroom. The alumni association established the inspiration award in 2011 to provide former ISU students a way to recognize ISU faculty or staff who had a significant influence on their lives.
COVID-19: By the numbers
For the week that ended April 17, the positive rate for COVID-19 tests completed at the Thielen Student Health Center was 8.7% (4 of 46 tests completed), down from 11.63% a week earlier. Testing reflects both symptomatic students and student-athletes following NCAA testing protocols. The vaccination rate among Story County residents at least 5 years old is at 66% as of April 20. Iowa State is providing weekly updates on these and other public health benchmarks on its COVID-19: By the numbers website.
View Iowa State's episode of 'The College Tour'
The Iowa State episode of "The College Tour," filmed on campus last October, is now on the tour's website, and will start streaming on Amazon Prime and other streaming services the first week of May. A series designed for prospective college students, each episode tells a single college or university's story through the lens of its students, faculty and staff. The Iowa State tour stars 17 ISU students and human development and family studies professor Jonathan Fox, selected through an audition process. It highlights Iowa State's six undergraduate colleges and many aspects of student life and support for students. View it as one 54-minute video, or watch one of 19 segments, each two to three minutes long.
Food drive for United Way is April 25-May 5
Iowa State will participate in the United Way of Story County's 2022 Live United Food Drive April 25-May 5. List of in-demand items. There are drop-off locations in more than 30 academic buildings and all residence buildings. Donations will benefit The S.H.O.P. student-operated pantry in Beyer Hall and more than 20 other local pantries. Cash donations can be made online or via Venmo.
COVID-19: By the numbers
For the week that ended April 10, the positive rate for COVID-19 tests completed at the Thielen Student Health Center was 11.63% (5 of 43 tests completed), up from 4.88% a week earlier. Testing reflects both symptomatic students and student-athletes following NCAA testing protocols. The vaccination rate among Story County residents at least 5 years of age rose to 66% as of April 13. Iowa State is providing weekly updates on these and other public health benchmarks on its COVID-19: By the numbers website.
Tickets on sale Friday for ABBA tribute show
Mania, a tribute band for Swedish pop act ABBA, will perform on campus Sunday, Jan. 29, 2023 (8 p.m., Stephens Auditorium). Tickets are $27.50-$64.50 plus fees and go on sales 10 a.m. Friday, April 15, via Ticketmaster or in person at the Stephens Auditorium ticket office (11 a.m.-4 p.m. weekdays).
Reiman Gardens extends hours for tulip viewing
Reiman Gardens will remain open through 8 p.m. six evenings this spring to give visitors additional time to enjoy the tulips and other spring blossoms. Evening hours will be in effect Thursday-Saturday April 21-23 and April 28-30. The conservatory and gift shop will be open until 7:30 p.m. on these evenings, but the butterfly wing will close as usual at 4:30 p.m. Normal admission prices apply (free for members and ISU students with IDs.)
Comedian Charlie Berens will have October show at Stephens
Charlie Berens, an Emmy-winning journalist, comedian, host and creator of the Manitowoc Minute "news" videos, will perform on campus Saturday, Oct. 29 (8 p.m., Stephens Auditorium). The show is suitable for all ages. Tickets, $25-$45 plus fees, go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday, April 15, via Ticketmaster or in person at the Stephens Auditorium ticket office (11 a.m.-4 p.m. weekdays).
Basket sale at the Workspace benefits Ugandan artists
The Workspace, with the Uganda Alliance Club, is hosting a pop-up basket sale through April 23 (2-9 p.m. Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Workspace, Memorial Union east basement). Baskets were created by members of the Tusubila ("hope") Crafts Group in Kamuli, Uganda, and sell for $10-$25. Baskets are made with dried raffia and banana leaves, and sale proceeds directly support a female artist family's food, school fee and other needs. The Uganda Alliance Club was started by students studying abroad through ISU's Uganda program who witnessed a limited market for the baskets locally.
Scamper run set for April 30
Registration is open for the 2022 SAVMA Scamper 5K Walk/Run on Saturday, April 30 (10 a.m., College of Veterinary Medicine). Runners are encouraged to race with their dog (rabies certificate required for animals). Registration is $20 for current Iowa State students, faculty and staff ($25 for all others) and includes a T-shirt while supplies last. Proceeds will support local animal shelters and rescues as well as raise community awareness about the One Health mission.
COVID 19: By the numbers
For the week that ended April 3, the positive rate for COVID-19 tests completed at the Thielen Student Health Center was 4.88% (2 of 41 tests completed), down from 6.56% a week earlier. Testing reflects both symptomatic students and student-athletes following NCAA testing protocols. The vaccination rate among Story County residents at least 5 years of age rose to 65.9% as of April 6. Iowa State is providing weekly updates on these and other public health benchmarks on its COVID-19: By the numbers website.
Reminder: Complete free speech training by semester's end
All students at Iowa's three regent universities are expected to complete free speech training prior to the end of the Spring 2022 semester. Students who have not yet completed the 10-minute training, developed by the state Board of Regents, can access the program on their Canvas dashboard. Completing the training on a laptop or desktop computer is recommended.
Wedding expo at the MU is April 24
The Memorial Union's fourth annual wedding expo will be held Sunday, April 24 (1-3 p.m., MU Great Hall). Meet wedding service vendors, get ideas and receive expo-exclusive discounts and giveaways. General admission is free; a $10 VIP ticket provides complimentary cocktail/non-alcoholic beverage, swag bag, early admission and the chance to win exclusive giveaways.
Check out these National Student Employment Week events
National Student Employment Week is April 11-15. Nearly one-third of Iowa State students work on campus. Visit the event website to learn more about the week's schedule (virtual events require registration), including:
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Eight career readiness and professional development workshops for student employees in all majors. Topics range from interview prep and job search strategies, to job offer analysis and free headshots.
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Free snack options on Monday, Wednesday and Friday to all student employees.
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Daily virtual trivia (Star Wars, ISU atheltics, Tik Tok, science and more) with prizes for winners.
- Cash Cab will be roaming campus April 13-14. Win gift cards, T-shirts and more.
Campus walk will raise awareness, funds for suicide prevention
Student Counseling Services is partnering with the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention to bring the "Out of the Darkness" 4K campus walk to Iowa State on Saturday, April 30 (10 a.m., start from the south campanile lawn, registration opens at 9:30 a.m.). Walkers raise funds to bring awareness to suicide, honor friends or family lost to suicide or support those struggling with depression. The ISU goal is $5,000. Register for the 4K walk or donate online. Weather updates will be posted on the event's Facebook page.
Tips for better study and wellness habits
"Night Against Procrastination" on April 10 (6:30-8 p.m., MU Campanile Room) will offer activities to help students improve their study and wellness habits, a chance to snuggle a therapy dog -- and donuts for the first 100 attendees. It's co-hosted by the Writing and Media Center, Rec Services, Student Wellness and the Academic Success Center.