Upcoming Events

December 1 - 7, 2024

Dec

QCNR Mid-Morning Mingle

Social/Networking

Eat a free bagel, sip a free hot beverage of choice, and get some face-to-face with your QCNR community. Please bring your own mug if possible!

10:00 am - 11:00 am | Natural Resources Building | More Info

Dec

Colorado Plateau Dark Sky Cooperative’s Quarterly CONNECTIONS

Conference/Seminar

TODAY’s TOPIC: Cultural Connections with the Night Sky People connect with the night sky in many ways. In this session, we will discuss how our experiences and culture shape our relationship, our values, and perspectives towards dark night skies. Our guest speakers include Ben Rupert, Cultural Specialist and Destination Development Lead for Nevada's Indian Territory, and Ravis Henry, Park Interpretive Ranger, with the National Park Service, Canyon de Chelly National Monument. The Quarterly CONNECTIONS include a series of interactive virtual meetings focused on ways to minimize light pollution and support the preservation and promotion of naturally dark night skies. Registration is free but required in advance: https://extension.usu.edu/iort/cp-darkskies/quarterly-connections.

1:00 pm - 2:00 pm | Online/Virtual | More Info

Dec

Ecology Center Seminar Series: Dr. Xiaofeng Xu

Conference/Seminar

The Ecology Center is honored to host Dr. Xiaofeng Xu, Principle Investigator of the Ecological Modeling and Integration Lab within the Biology Department at San Diego State University.
Dr. Xiaofeng Xu is a global change ecologist with a strong quantitative skill for ecological research. His major research interests are investigations of terrestrial biogeochemistry–climate feedback with a data-model integration approach. He is currently focusing on microbial macroecology and applications of ecological and evolutionary theories to understanding microbial contributions to carbon cycle and greenhouse gas flux in an Earth system modelling framework.

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm | Biology & Natural Resources building | More Info

Dec

USU Libraries: Fall Student Research Symposium

Panel Discussion/Presentation

The Fall Student Research Symposium is USU’s non-competitive celebration of undergraduate research and creative work. Held each December, students from every discipline share poster or oral presentations to the broader public.

All Day | USU Libraries | More Info

Dec

Family and Consumer Sciences: Then and Now

Exhibition

An exhibition of created by FCSE 4040: Advanced Apparel Studies that showcases student designs that are modern reinterpretations of patterns designed by the Bureau of Home Economics during WWII.

All Day | Merrill cazier Library | More Info

Dec

EcoLunch

Breakfast/Luncheon/Dinner

Join us in NR 204 every Friday at noon for free pizza and conversations about various topics in ecology! Anyone is welcome regardless of background or experience, and topics range from discussions about specific scientific processes to broader questions on how ecology interfaces with society and politics. Come for the pizza, stay for the conversation (or more pizza, your choice). If you have a topic you would like to put forward or lead a conversation on, email us at either roland.q.eckhart@usu.edu or will.harrod@usu.edu and let us know! We are always looking for people interested in leading discussions or proposing subjects.

12:00 pm - 1:00 pm | Natural Resources Building | More Info

Dec

Reindeer Express - Wellsville

Special Event

Holiday magic for all ages! Meet Santa's reindeer and see them get pre-flight checked by USU Veterinary students. Enjoy festive activities in Wellsville, Utah.

Timed entry with two sessions.
Session 1 at 3-4:30 pm
Session 2 at 5-6:30 pm

3:00 pm - 6:30 pm | More Info

Dec

Reindeer Express - Wellsville

Arts/Entertainment | Inclusive Excellence

Get ready for a holiday adventure like no other! At the 2024 Reindeer Express, you’ll meet Santa’s hardworking reindeer and watch as they get their pre-flight checkup from USU veterinary students, ensuring they’re ready for a magical Christmas Eve journey. Explore our winter wonderland filled with festive cheer, Santa photo opportunity, and lots of animals. Perfect for all ages, this event offers a unique opportunity to learn about livestock in a fun and engaging way while making unforgettable holiday memories.

-Meet some of Santa's special reindeer while they receive health checkups
-Write letters to Santa
-Take a photo with Santa
-See other animals such as a camel, donkey horse, and calves
-Enjoy warm drinks and treats

Timed Entry to ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience for all guests, Reindeer Express will use a timed ticketed entry system. When purchasing your tickets, you'll select a specific entry time. This helps manage the flow of visitors, allowing everyone to fully enjoy the event without long lines or overcrowding.

Please arrive within your selected time slot, and feel free to stay as long as you’d like to explore all the holiday fun!

3:00 pm - 6:30 pm | More Info

Dec

Family and Consumer Sciences: Then and Now

Exhibition

An exhibition of created by FCSE 4040: Advanced Apparel Studies that showcases student designs that are modern reinterpretations of patterns designed by the Bureau of Home Economics during WWII.

All Day | Merrill cazier Library | More Info

Dec

Family and Consumer Sciences: Then and Now

Exhibition

An exhibition of created by FCSE 4040: Advanced Apparel Studies that showcases student designs that are modern reinterpretations of patterns designed by the Bureau of Home Economics during WWII.

All Day | Merrill cazier Library | More Info

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