Faculty and Staff Appreciation Week, March 28-April 1


These 24 events and experiences are intended to say "thank you" for showing great commitment and care, making personal sacrifices and going above and beyond to keep Iowa State moving forward through the pandemic. They're a chance to have some fun, reconnect with colleagues and explore the university. There is no cost to faculty and staff for any of the events, but most require registration; please follow the registration links.

TIP: Except for the four ISU WellBeing offerings and alumni association lunch and learn, events share a common registration page, where you can sign up for multiple experiences.


Learn about the various stations in the beer brewing laboratory recently established for teaching, research and outreach, and about Iowa State's first brewing course this spring.

Dates & times offered

March 28, 12:00 p.m.-1:00 p.m. (SESSION FULL)
March 30, 4:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m. (SESSION FULL)
March 31, 12:00 p.m.-1:00 p.m. (SESSION FULL)
April 1, 3:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. (SESSION FULL)

Registration

CLOSED; all sessions full

Location

Check in at the Technology Transfer Theater, 1951 Food Sciences Building

Capacity

40

How well do you know Iowa State? Enjoy the tour that student guides from the Office of Admissions provide every weekday to prospective students and their families. Wear comfortable shoes.

Dates & times offered

March 29, 1:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m. (SESSION FULL)
March 30, 1:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m. (SESSION FULL)
March 31, 1:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m. (SESSION FULL)

Registration

CLOSED; all sessions full

Location

Meet in the Memorial Union Gold Room

Capacity

25

Faculty and staff can enjoy a free game of bowling (including shoes) at the Memorial Union. Please call ahead for large groups.

Dates & times offered

March 28 - April 1, 12:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m. daily

Registration

Suggested; click here to register

Location

CyBowl, Memorial Union ground floor

Capacity

No limit

Weather permitting, the College of Veterinary Medicine invites faculty and staff to play its nine-hole disc golf course. Bring your own discs; the college keeps a limited supply.

Date & time offered

April 1 during daylight hours

Registration

Suggested; click here to register

Location

Course begins at the southwest corner of the Vet Med building (near the Fish Tank Lobby entrance)

Capacity

No limit

Focus grants, funded by Student Government, support students' creativity outside the classroom in visual art, apparel design, writing, theater, dance and musical performances. The exhibition runs through April 25 in the Memorial Union Art Gallery.

Dates & times offered

March 28 - April 1, 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. daily

Registration

Suggested; click here to register

Location

1568 Memorial Union

Capacity

No limit

Gather at noon with colleagues and a member of the ISU WellBeing team for a short walk (approximately 1 mile) on campus. The walk starts at 12:10 p.m.

Date & time offered

April 1, 12:00 p.m.-12:30 p.m.

Registration

None

Location

Meet at Beardshear Hall front steps

Capacity

No limit

Over a complimentary box lunch, connect with other faculty and staff, learn about ISUAA membership benefits and collaborative partnership opportunities, and hear from Iowa State's Green Dot team.

Date & time offered

March 31, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

Registration

Required; click here to register

Location

Reiman Ballroom, ISU Alumni Center

Capacity

175

Faculty and staff are invited to enjoy cookies, lemonade and popcorn, in-store specials and games and prizes.

Date & time offered

March 31, 12:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m.

Registration

Suggested; click here to register

Location

Memorial Union first floor

Capacity

No limit

Inside a campus historical landmark is a mural depicting dairy products manufacturing in 1934. Take a selfie with any relief in the mural, show it to an ISU Creamery shop employee and receive one free scoop of the ice cream flavor of your choice.

Dates & times offered

March 28, 29 and 31, 12:00 p.m.-4:30 p.m.

Registration

Suggested; click here to register

Location

ISU Creamery, 2953 Food Sciences Building

Capacity

No limit

The Athletics Department will provide complimentary beer, wine and light snacks during this appreciation event for faculty and staff.

Date & time offered

March 29, 4:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m.

Registration

Required; click here to register

Location

Enter Hilton Coliseum via the east ramp; park in lots C1, C2 or east driveway

Capacity

500

Tour the Letterpress Lab in the Student Innovation Center and make your own fine art print from pre-set blocks on the press. Participants should wear closed-toe shoes.

Dates & times offered

March 29, 5:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m. (SESSION FULL)
March 31, 5:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m. (SESSION FULL)

Registration

CLOSED; all sessions full

Location

1222 Student Innovation Center

Capacity

12

Join colleagues and a member of the ISU WellBeing team online for a guided mindfulness practice, including relaxation breathing technique, sharing in a meditation or working on being present in the moment.

Dates & times offered

March 29, 10:00 a.m.-10:15 a.m.
March 31, 10:00 a.m.-10:15 a.m.

Registration

Email worklife@iastate.edu to receive the link

Location

Via Zoom

Capacity

No limit

A short presentation highlights the products and services of our campus printer, from 1922 to the present, including many non-paper options today. An optional tour follows.

Dates & times offered

March 28, 3:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. (SESSION FULL)
March 29, 12:00 p.m.-1:00 p.m.
March 30, 9:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m.
March 31, 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. (SESSION FULL)
April 1, 12:00 p.m.-1:00 p.m. (SESSION FULL)

Registration

Required; click here to register

Location

Check in at front desk, Printing & Publications Building

Capacity

12

From March 27-April 2, Recreation Services is offering faculty and staff free access to all its facilities - including cardio and weight equipment, indoor tracks and gymnasiums, pools, the climbing wall, e-sports gaming room and group fitness classes. Week-long members will swipe their university I.D. at facility entrances. The Monday tour is an option to learn more about the equipment and spaces available to you. Pre-registration is required for both opportunities.

Date & time offered

March 28, 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

Registration

Required (membership and tour); click here to register

Location

Meet at State Gym front desk

Capacity

50 for tour
No limit for memberships

Enjoy the gardens on your own. Simply present your university I.D. card at the admissions desk (accompanying guests pay regular admission).

Date & time offered

March 28, 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

Registration

Suggested; click here to register

Location

Reiman Gardens, 1407 University Boulevard

Capacity

No limit

The presentation will focus on resiliency and its importance, the difference between a fixed and growth mindset, and the skillset that compels us to respond to adversity with compassion and gratitude. A box lunch is provided. Presenters: Mental health advocate Julie Sexton and Ames police officer Jen Yetmar.

Date & time offered

March 28, 12:00 p.m.-1:00 p.m.

Registration

Closed; event full

Location

Memorial Union Durham Great Hall

Capacity

120

Put science to work in your life by understanding the bio-psycho-social underpinnings of wellbeing from the field of positive psychology. Examine ways to cultivate a fulfilling life, and learn to understand your own potential and strategies for optimizing happiness. Presenter: Chad Cardani-Trollinger, Leadership Studies program

Dates & times offered

In-person: March 29, 9:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m.
Virtual: March 31, 3:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m.

Registration

Required for in-person, suggested for virtual attendance; click here to register

Location

In-person: 202 Carver Hall
Virtual: via Webex

Capacity

In-person: 50
Virtual: No limit

In a 15-minute tour of the Students Helping Our Peers (SHOP) food pantry, learn about its mission and operation and the reality of food insecurity among ISU students.

Dates & timeframe offered

March 30, 3:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.
April 1, 2:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.

Registration

Required; click here to register

Location

1306 Beyer Hall

Capacity

10

Learn about the history of the campus steam tunnels, why we have them and how they benefit the university. The tunnel floor likely will be wet and the walls dirty, so dress accordingly and wear closed-toe shoes.

Dates & times offered

March 29, 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. (SESSION FULL)
March 30, 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. (SESSION FULL)
March 31, 12:00 p.m.-1:00 p.m. (SESSION FULL)
April 1, 1:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m. (SESSION FULL)

Registration

CLOSED; all sessions full

Location

Meet inside Town Engineering east entrance

Capacity

15

Strolls for Well-being at ISU, designed to be flexible and updated seasonally, offers opportunities on campus to pause where you are. Learn how the "Strolls" program can fit your schedule and preview the spring guide.

Dates & times offered

In-person: March 29, 12:15 p.m.-12:45 p.m.
Virtual: March 31, 12:15 p.m.-12:45 p.m.

Registration

Required for in-person session; register on Learn@ISU (Under CELT events)
Required for virtual session; click here to register

Location

In-person session: 2030 Morrill Hall
Virtual session: Via Zoom

Capacity

In-person session: 20
Virtual session: 150

Join us as we explore the locations in the "Strolls" program's spring guidebook and discover how Strolls can support your well-being and work-life harmony.

Date & time offered

March 29, 12:45 p.m.-1:15 p.m.

Registration

Required; register on Learn@ISU (Under CELT events)

Location

Meet at the "Hidden Gems" floral mural on east side of the Hub

Capacity

40

Following a brief overview of campus energy production and distribution, utility costs and sustainability efforts, a walking tour will explore the plant's steam, chiller water, electricity production and control room areas. Wear closed-toe shoes.

Dates & times offered

March 28, 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. (SESSION FULL)
March 29, 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. (SESSION FULL)
March 30, 12:00 p.m.-1:00 p.m. (SESSION FULL)
March 31, 9:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m. (SESSION FULL)
April 1, 2:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. (SESSION FULL)

Registration

CLOSED; all sessions full

Location

Meet at west entrance to power plant

Capacity

25

Step away from your office and visit The Workspace in the Memorial Union to create one of three crafts. Make it there or take a kit to go.

Dates & times offered

March 28-31, 2:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m. daily

Registration

Suggested; click here to register

Location

The Workspace, Memorial Union east basement

Capacity

While supplies last

Recreation Services is offering a session just for faculty and staff that introduces basic yoga movements and breathing in a gradual progression. Yoga mats are provided; wear comfortable clothing and bring a water bottle.

Dates & times offered

March 28, 4:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m.
March 30, 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
April 1, 8:30 a.m.-9:30 a.m.

Registration

CLOSED; all sessions full

Location

2218 State Gym

Capacity

20

Thank you!

Generosity of time and funding from many units and individuals made Faculty and Staff Appreciation Week possible:

ISU Athletics Department
ISU Alumni Association
ISU WellBeing
ISU Book Store
ISU Creamery
Recreation Services
Office of Admissions
College of Veterinary Medicine
Memorial Union, The Workspace and CyBowl
Printing Services
Reiman Gardens
The SHOP
Utility Services, Facilities Planning and Management
Conference Planning and Management Registration Services

 

Robert Brown, Anson Marston Distinguished Professor in Engineering; Gary and Donna Hoover Chair in Mechanical Engineering; Professor of Mechanical Engineering; Professor of Chemical and Biological Engineering; Professor of Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering; Director, Bioeconomy Institute

Chad Cardani-Trollinger, Assistant Teaching Professor, Leadership Studies Program, College of Liberal Arts and Sciences

Raluca Iancu, Assistant Professor, Art and Visual Culture Department, College of Design

Faculty Work-Life Advisory Committee

  • Cullen Padgett-Walsh, Teaching Professor, Philosophy and Religious Studies, College of Liberal Arts and Sciences; and Faculty Senator
  • Angela Prince, Assistant Professor, School of Education, College of Human Sciences
  • Michael Retallick, Professor and Chair, Agricultural Education and Studies, College of Agriculture and Life Sciences

Faculty/Staff Appreciation Week Work Group

  • Tera Jordan, Assistant Provost for Faculty Development, Office of the Senior Vice President and Provost
  • Stephanie Downs, Senior WorkLife and WellBeing Coordinator, University Human Resources
  • Katy Cran, Strategic Communications Advisor, Office of the Senior Vice President for Student Affairs
  • Lauren Schalinske, Senior Executive Administrative Assistant, Office of the Senior Vice President for Operations and Finance
  • Megan Peterson, Administrative Assistant, Office of the Senior Vice President and Provost
  • Anne Krapfl, Communications Manager, Strategic Relations and Communications
  • Cris Broshar, WorkLife and Family Services Coordinator, University Human Resources
  • Haley Cook, Strategic Engagement Coordinator, Office of the President
  • Megan Landolt, Strategic Communications Advisor, Office of the President

Faculty and Staff Appreciation Week Sponsors