You're invited: Dive-in movie at State Gym pool
ISU's Student Union Board is hosting a viewing of the 2011 Steven Spielberg film, The Adventures of Tintin, Wednesday, April 4 (8 p.m., State Gym pool). Relax in the pool while watching the film on a 16-by-9-foot TV screen. No food or drink is allowed in the pool area. Admission is free for students with an ISU ID; regular fees for non-students apply. Call 4-8081 for more information.
Donate household goods for service learning project
ISU's global resource systems learning community has organized a service learning project to benefit Burmese refugees in Des Moines. The group will collect new and gently used household items and donations in the Horticulture Hall atrium and loading dock (north side of building) on April 4 and 5 (11 a.m.-5 p.m.). Suggested household goods include kitchen items, small appliances, bedding, toiletries and household products. Monetary donations also will be accepted.
Enrichment funds for students available for fall; apply now
The Johnny and Terry Pickett Student Enrichment Fund provides support (up to $1,000) to help facilitate student experiences such as internships, research and study abroad that would enrich a student's career interest or potential. Applicants should be students from underrepresented groups who will pursue a career in a STEM (science, technology, engineering, math) field. Applications for fall activities are due by 5 p.m. April 16. Guidelines and the application (PDF) are online. Questions may be directed to Martha Tanner, 4-0322.
Osborn Club lecture is April 9
Assistant professor of mechanical engineering Erin MacDonald will present the final Osborn Club lecture of the semester April 9 (7 p.m., Molecular Biology auditorium). She will hit the highlights of 40 years of research on pro-environmental behaviors, the understanding/awareness of which is important to successfully designing and marketing sustainable products. Coordination among designers, manufacturers, marketers and government policy makers is essential to the success of sustainable products, according to MacDonald. Osborn Club lectures, which are free and open to the public, follow a monthly dinner meeting of club members.
Regents university students at State Capitol March 29
Iowa State students will join their counterparts from the universities of Iowa and Northern Iowa in the State Capitol rotunda in Des Moines Thursday (March 29) to celebrate higher education achievements in the state. As part of Regents United Day, student representatives will talk about their collegiate experiences with lawmakers and other visitors from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. At a 1 p.m. news conference, ISU Government of the Student Body president Dakota Hoben will join other student leaders and Board of Regents president pro tem Bruce Rastetter in a discussion of the universities' impact on the state.
Annual ISU Student Profile document is online
The Office of Institutional Research has posted the 2011-12 version of the Iowa State University Student Profile (PDF) online. The office no longer produces print copies of the profile for distribution to the university community.
PRSSA clothing drive and fashion show give back to the community
The Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA) is hosting its second annual “Donate and Look Great Clothing Drive” March 19-28, and Iowa State’s student chapter is participating. Members have put collection boxes in the Union Drive Community Center, Parks Library, Hamilton Hall and the Memorial Union. Donations of spring and summer clothing are encouraged. The group’s goal is to keep the donations within the Story County area, so clothing donations will go to the Ballard Community Clothing Pantry, a local resource center that helps struggling families.
Donations also will be accepted at the PRSSA “Donate and Look Great” business attire fashion show March 28 (7 p.m., MU Pioneer Room). The event is open to the public; admission is at least one clothing item to be donated.
Summer tutoring in reading available for 1-12 graders
Iowa State's Fred Duffelmeyer Reading Improvement Clinic offers one-on-one tutoring in reading for children in grades 1-12. Sessions are conducted by graduate students in reading under the guidance of literacy education faculty. Summer session dates are May 29-June 21 (5:30-6:30 p.m., Monday-Thursday, Lagomarcino Hall). The enrollment fee is $100/child; scholarships are available. To request an application, contact Marissa Vermeer.
Residence department names finalists for facilities position
The department of residence has named four finalists for its associate director for facilities position. An open forum is planned for each candidate; dates, times and locations are listed below. All are invited to attend.
- Mark Huss, ISU facilities planning and management, March 27 (9:15-10:30 a.m., 136 Union Drive Community Center)
- Leroy Brown, ISU facilities planning and management, March 30 (9:15-10:30 a.m., 1132 Eaton)
- Todd Sirotiak, Diversified Construction Services, Ames, April 3 (9:15-10:30 a.m., 136 Union Drive Community Center)
- Roger Graden, ISU facilities planning and management, April 5 (9:15-10:30 a.m., 136 Union Drive Community Center)
Registration is open for hybrid processing symposium
Participants in a 1.5-day symposium (May 9-10, campus) will discuss the challenges of hybrid (thermochemical) processing of biomass and identify opportunities for collaboration. Both industrial and academic participants are invited; and the registration fee is waived for Iowa State students, faculty and staff. The Bioeconomy Institute, Plant Sciences Institute and Office of Biotechnology are hosting the event. More information, including registration, is online.
Judges still needed for State Science and Technology Fair of Iowa
A record number of students entering the 2012 State Science and Technology Fair of Iowa, March 30-31 at the Iowa State Center, has created an urgent need for more volunteer judges. Individuals with a major, background or degree in science, engineering or technology are sought to serve as judges. About 350 judges are needed for the middle school exhibits and 100 are needed to evaluate high school exhibits. Register online. Contact Vicki Speake, 4-5738, with questions.
MBA informational lunch is March 29
Learn more about the College of Business' MBA program during an informational lunch March 29 (noon-1 p.m., 1360 Gerdin). Lunch is provided; registration is requested. Questions may be directed to Jenny Reitano.
Storm spotter training is April 2; register now
All students, faculty and staff -- especially those employees who work outdoors -- are invited to attend the National Weather Service's free storm spotter training on April 2 (1:30-3:30 p.m., MU Gallery). Whether you work or play on a sports field, golf course, farm or yard, this class could be lifesaving. Learn the warning process, elements of a spotter report, thunderstorm basics and storm spotter safety. Registration is encouraged.
Iowa House honors Geoffroy
The Iowa House honored Gregory Geoffroy March 14 for his "remarkable achievements" in the ISU presidency. In a house resolution, the lawmakers commended the former Iowa State president for leading the university to such accomplishments as:
- Achieving record enrollments
- Bringing in record amounts of sponsored funds
- Completing the largest-ever fundraising campaign
- Doubling the number of endowed facutly
- Renewing the campus infrastructure through numerous building projects
- Reducing campus energy consumption by 10 percent
- Achieving the high student-athlete graduation rate in the Big 12
Club offers lawnmower servicing March 23-24
The Agriculture Systems Technology Club will hold its annual lawnmower service days March 23 (1-6 p.m.) and 24 (8 a.m.-3 p.m.) at Industrial Education II (west of the horse barns; look for signs). This event provides routine service only; major repairs are not offered. The cost is $35 for a push mower, $50 for a riding mower. Pickup and dropoff is available in Ames for an additional fee ($15 push, $20 rider). To request pickup service, call (515) 708-8672 or email by 2 p.m. March 22.
Learn more about The Beatles' music at March 13 lecture
ISU professor of music David Stuart will give a talk March 13 (7 p.m., Ames Public Library) on the British band, The Beatles. Stuart will talk about early covers of Beatles songs by American artists and how the "British invasion" brought our music back to us. Guests will have a chance to win tickets to a March 23 performance by the tribute band, The Fab Four, at Stephens Auditorium. Stuart's talk is free and open to the public.
Student Activities Center seeks award nominations
The Student Activities Center is accepting nominations for the 2012 Student Organization Awards. Award catetories include:
- Outstanding student leader of the year
- Outstanding adviser of the year
- Outstanding commitment to diversity
- Outstanding commitment to service
- Outstanding event of the year
The nomination deadline is 5 p.m. March 21. Nomination forms are available online. Nominees will be recognized at the Veishea Opening Ceremonies and Awards program on April 17 (6-8 p.m., MU Great Hall). Contact Amanda Martin for more information.
New website details information about provost search
Information about the search for Iowa State’s next provost is available on the new senior vice president and provost website at search.provost.iastate.edu. The search committee, led by College of Agriculture and Life Sciences Dean Wendy Wintersteen, plans to move quickly. An aggressive timeline calls for bringing candidates to campus for interviews in mid-April. Wintersteen recently put out a call for nominations for the position. Nominations and applications should be be submitted by March 31.
ISU Spring Blood Drive is March 19-22
Roll up your sleeves and help someone in need. ISU's student-run Spring Blood Drive is March 19-22 (10 a.m.-5 p.m., MU Great Hall). Any student, staff or faculty member is encouraged to donate (faculty and staff on a tight schedule may avoid the line by talking to a planning committee member in an ISU Blood Drive shirt). Questions? Contact isublooddrive@iastate.edu.
Presentation looks at footwear trend analysis
Global material and packaging representatives from the footwear firm Payless ShoeSource will talk about "Material Development and Trend Analysis in Footwear" March 26 (4-5:30 p.m., 1210 LeBaron). The university community is welcome. The guests also will make presentations to students in apparel, merchandising and design classes and meet with faculty during their March 26-27 campus visit.
Turf team brings home 12th win in 14 years
The ISU Turf Bowl team won first place for the 12th time in 14 years at the Collegiate Turf Bowl held in Las Vegas. Members of the winning team are Isaac Mertz, Dan Strey, Shane Lohman and Casey Sheehy.The team is coached by Nick Dunlap, a graduate student in horticulture, and the team adviser is Nick Christians, University Professor of horticulture.
Leath's Iowa Press conversation is online
If you missed the weekend broadcasts, President Steven Leath's appearance on the March 2 edition of Iowa Press is posted on Iowa Public Television's website. You can read the show's transcript or watch the 27-minute video.
All tickets claimed for Biden town hall meeting
All available tickets for U.S. Vice President Joe Biden's town hall meeting on March 1 (11:30 a.m., Howe Hall atrium) were distributed by Wednesday morning. No one will be admitted without a ticket. For those with tickets, the doors will open at 9:15 a.m. and close at 11 a.m.
For those not able to get a ticket, the College of Engineering will provide an online live stream of Biden's remarks.
Wanted: Leaders for SUB directors
Student Union Board (SUB) is seeking students interested in leadership positions to join the 2012 planning board. SUB brings movies, live music, comedy, art, awareness, multicultural and national events to campus each week. In addition to president, 12 directorships are available. Information about the directors' duties and an application are available online. Applications must be submitted by March 16.
Stash the Trash/Veishea Service Day is March 24
Pre-registration is requested for the annual Stash the Trash/Veishea Service Day, March 24 (8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.) in Ames and Story County. Volunteers may work alone or with an organization or family members to pick up debris around the community or help with other service projects (indoor options are available). Trash bags and gloves may be picked up in the Reiman Gardens parking lot; a free lunch also is provided at that location. Local sponsors are partnering with myLocal Cooperative to offer merits to participants, which give them deals from more than 50 locally-owned businesses. Questions may be directed to Jennifer Garrett, 4-4354.
Rec Services to hold super-sized Zumba class
Help ISU's Recreation Services "jam the gym" March 5 (6-7 p.m., State Gym west courts) for the university's largest Zumba class. It's free and open to all Iowa State students and Rec Pass holders.
Next STEM collaboration coffee is March 6
All are invited to attend the March 6 (9-10 a.m., N047 Lagomarcino) STEM coffee hosted by the Center for Excellence in Science, Mathematics and Engineering Education. The topic is "Establishing Successful Project Evaluation for NFS-funded Programs," presented by Mack Shelley, professor of statistics and political science, and Mari Kemis, assistant director of the Research Institute for Studies in Education. Please RSVP to Stacy Renfro.
Officials anticipate snow ordinance will go into effect at 10 p.m. Feb. 23
Based on the weather forecast, the City of Ames Snow Ordinance will likely go into effect at 10 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 23. Vehicles parked on snow routes (marked by red and white signs) must be moved or they will be ticketed and towed. Vehicles should be moved to off-street parking or to streets that aren't snow routes. To assist in plowing efforts, all Ames residents are asked to remove parked vehicles from residential streets. However, only those on snow routes are required to move vehicles. The snow ordinance goes into effect when 2 inches of snow has fallen on major city streets and remains in effect until streets are completely plowed and it has stopped snowing.
Register now for grant search workshops
Faculty, staff and graduate students interested in finding grant funds are invited to register for a hands-on workshop, "Secrets to Targeting the Right Funding Source for Your Grant Proposal." ISU librariarians Rebecca Jackson and Sarah Passonneau will lead two workshop sessions (3-4:30 p.m., March 8 and April 24) at Parks Library. Registration is free; use AccessPlus to reserve a spot. Contact Jody Kalvik for more information.
Learn about Feng shui at workshop
ISU's student Lion's Club will sponsor a workshop on the ancient Chinese art of Feng shui on Feb. 27 (6-7:30 p.m., MU Oak Room). Certified Feng shui practitioner and club adviser Susan Radke will demonstrate how to enhance the flow of energy (ch'i) in your space, promoting increased focus, concentration and creativity. A major portion of the fee ($9 ISU students, $27 all others) will support Iowa KidSight. Questions may be directed to Radke, 4-6050.
Beware: Hackers using more sophisticated scams
IT Services is warning campus email users that official-looking emails from the "Solution Center" are malicious "Spearphishing" attempts to obtain logins and passwords. ITS never will ask for personal account information and the suspicious emails should be deleted.
Feb. 29 lecturer discusses eating disorders
Shannon Cutts, founder of MentorCONNECT, will present "Beauty Undressed" Feb. 29 (7 p.m., MU Great Hall) as part of Eating Disorders Awareness Week. Cutts, who battled anorexia and bulimia for 15 years, will talk about how to put "beauty" into perspective, and how mentoring can help those stuggling with eating disorders. This lecture is free and open to the public.
Judges sought for State Science and Technology Fair of Iowa
The State Science and Technology Fair of Iowa and FFA Agriscience Fair will be held March 30-31 at the Iowa State Center. Individuals with a major, background or degree in science, engineering or technology are sought to serve as volunteer judges. About 350 judges are needed for the middle school exhibits and 100 are needed to evaluate high school exhibits and encourage students to become better researchers. Register online. Questions may be directed to Vicki Speake, 4-5738.
Nominate students for volunteer award
The Student Activities Center, partnering with the Volunteer Center of Story County, seeks nominations for outstanding volunteers in Story County who are under the age of 25 years. Individuals or groups in these ages/categories will be honored: elementary school, middle school, high school, college, and community. Nominations for a 2012 Story County Youth Volunteer Award are due March 23; recipients will be honored at an April 24 reception in the MU Sun Room. The nomination form may be downloaded from the Volunteer Center's website. Questions may be directed to Jennifer Nissen in the Student Activities Center, 4-4354.
MBA informational lunch is Feb. 28
Learn more about the MBA program in the College of Business during an informational lunch Feb. 28 (noon-1 p.m., 1360 Gerdin). Lunch is provided; bring your questions. Register online. For more information, contact Jenny Reitano, 4-7819.
Registration open for library workshops, seminar
Faculty, staff and graduate students are invited to register for an upcoming seminar and a pair of workshops at the ISU Library. The Feb. 22 seminar (10-11 a.m.) , "Finding Industry Standards at ISU: An Introduction," will provide basics on the creation and approval of standards. Participants also will learn how to search and locate them in the library. "Get X-Cited About Cited Reference Searching" will be the topic of two hands-on workshops, Feb. 22 (3-4:30 p.m.) and Feb. 28 (9:30-11 a.m.). The workshops will cover all disciplines, but focus on the subject areas of participants. Registration is free; use AccessPlus to reserve your spot. Contact Lorrie Pellack for more information.
Faculty, student applications for undergrad research program due March 30
Faculty and students who are interested in participating in Iowa State's undergraduate research assistantship program in 2012-13 should submit an application by March 30. The program is intended to promote graduate study by giving outstanding students hands-on experience in a formal reserach environment. Students must be juniors or seniors next fall with a GPA of at least 3.25. Students and faculty are encouraged to seek out those with similar interests for possible matches. Details, including application procedures and forms, are online. Questions may be directed to Julie Arnold, Office of Student Financial Aid, 4-0103.
Student scholarship deadlines are approaching
The Office of Student Financial Aid is accepting applications for three Iowa State scholarships for 2012-13:
• ISU Community Service Scholarship, March 1 deadline. Recipients are selected for their service in Ames or Story County while enrolled at Iowa State.
• ISU Working Scholars Award, March 1 deadline. Sophomore recipients from an Iowa high school are selected for academic achievement, financial need and motivation/willingness to help themselves through college with minimum debt.
• Roy J. Carver Scholarship, April 1 deadline. F-T junior recipients from an Iowa high school are selected for academic achievement, financial need and extenuating circumstances that present challenges to obtaining a degree.
Faculty and advisers are asked to share this information with students who qualify to apply.
Prominent writers to keynote annual Wildness Symposium
Readings, craft talks and panel discussions highlight the Feb. 26-27 Symposium on Wildness, Wilderness & the Creative Imagination. This year's festival, set in the Memorial Union, has an "outliers" theme. It will feature keynote readings and craft discussions by four prominent writers and celebrate the work of ISU graduate students and faculty. The event reaches across disciplines and is open, free of charge, to people from the Ames and university community. Visit the symposium site for more information.
Next STEM brown bag seminar is Feb. 22
The Center for Excellence in Science, Mathematics and Engineering (CESMEE) is hosting a brown bag seminar for all faculty, staff and students Feb. 22 (noon-1 p.m., N047 Lagomarcino). Craig Ogilvie, professor of physics and assistant dean of the Graduate College, will speak about "Together Energizing Student Science: A Howard Hughes Medical Institute Report." Feel free to bring your lunch. RSVPs are requested to Stacy Renfro.
Collegiate invention competition welcomes entries
The Invent Now 2012 Collegiate Inventors Competition is accepting entries through June 15. The annual competition recognizes student inventions that one day could make significant contributions to society. More than $100,000 in cash prizes will be awarded this year to undergraduate and graduate students and their advisers. Entries are judged on originality, potential impact on society and student initiative. Entry requirements and tips are available online.
Singing Valentine fund-raiser benefits student organization
The Iowa State Singers will be taking orders for singing valentines on Feb. 8-10 (10 a.m.-noon and 1-2 p.m.) at a booth outside the Memorial Union's west student office space. For $10, a quartet of Iowa State Singers will "deliver" Valentine songs to locations in Ames, or sing them live nationwide by phone. Deliveries will be made Monday, Feb. 13, or Tuesday, Feb. 14.
Snow ordinance in effect at 8 a.m. Feb. 4; move cars from snow routes
Based on the weather forecast, the City of Ames Snow Ordinance will likely go into effect at 8 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 4. Vehicles parked along snow routes (marked by red and white signs) must be moved or they will be ticketed and towed. Vehicles should be moved to off-street parking or to streets that are not designated snow routes. To assist in plowing efforts, all Ames residents are asked to remove parked vehicles from residential streets. However, only those on snow routes are required to move them. The snow ordinance goes into effect when 2 inches of snow has fallen on city streets. It remains in effect until the streets are completely plowed from curb to curb, and it has stopped snowing.
ISU theater students capture festival awards
In addition to hosting for a second consecutive time the regional Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival (Jan. 15-21), ISU performing arts students received several awards (PDF) or made it to advanced rounds in the competition. Nearly 1,400 students and faculty participated from colleges and universities in a seven-state area.
Kick off your spring with ISCORE
Registration is open for the 13th annual Iowa State Conference on Race and Ethnicity (ISCORE), to be held March 2 (8 a.m.-5 p.m., Memorial Union). ISCORE is a comprehensive forum on issues of race and ethnicity at Iowa State and beyond. Students, staff and faculty will provide concurrent sessions, and Nana Osei-Kofi, assistant professor of educational leadership and policy studies, will provide the morning address. The keynote presentation will be from Ames resident and social justice educator Grace Amemiya.
Entries needed for "Assembled" student exhibition
The Student Union Board is seeking entries for "Assembled: Metal, Wood, Clay, Fiber and Mixed Media," a student juried art exhibition that will run Feb. 9-March 18 (MU Pioneer Room). Artwork must incorporate metal, wood, clay, fiber, or be mixed media. Students may drop off up to three entries (2D or 3D) on Sunday, Feb. 5 (noon-3 p.m., MU Pioneer Room). Des Moines-artist Linda Lewis will be the juror for the exhibit. Entry information is online. Contact Ashley Antle or Letitia Kenemer for more information.
Spring career fair is Feb. 8
The colleges of Business, Human Sciences, and Liberal Arts and Sciences will hold their joint spring career fair Feb. 8 (noon-6 p.m., Hilton). It is open to the public. More than 100 companies have registered and are looking to fill internships, co-ops and full-time positions. Students should bring their ISU ID to the fair to receive a professionally printed name tag. Current ISU students also may register on ISU's Career Management Service site for the lunch being held prior to the fair at Johnny's in Hilton.
Tearoom adds Tuesday, Thursday evening meals
Beginning Jan. 26, the Joan Bice Underwood Tearoom, 23 MacKay, will serve an evening meal (5:30-6:30 p.m.) on Tuesdays and Thursdays during spring semester. Reservations are required; call 4-3330. The menu and price ($6.50) are the same as that served at the noon seating. Tearoom To-Go, the Tearoom's carry-out option, also is available during Tearoom evening hours. It includes drinks, small items and sides, such as wraps, sandwiches, soups, pasta and fruit salads, and baked items. All food items are prepared on site by HRI 380 students.
Noyce Scholarship info session is Feb. 2
A question and answer session for students interested in the Robert Noyce Scholarship program will be held Feb. 2 (4 p.m., N045 Lagomarcino). The $10,000 annual scholarship is for mathematics, science or engineering majors who wish to earn teaching certification at the middle/junior high or high school level at one of Iowa's public universities. Pizza and pop will be provided. Contact Tracie Miller (4-0423) for more information.
100 employers expected at spring CALS career fair day Feb. 1
About 100 employers are expected to recruit students Feb. 1 at the CALS spring career fair to be held 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Memorial Union Great Hall. “We are seeing companies and organizations that were not at our fall event attend the spring event,” said Mike Gaul, director of CALS Career Services. “This is especially true for many of the natural resource-type organizations.” View companies scheduled to participate.