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Phil was here...

Woman holding up sign in front of Old Capitol

Thursday, May 2, was a big day for philanthropy on the University of Iowa campus, as the UI and the UI Foundation celebrated the second annual Phil’s Day and announced an historic $1.7 billion fund-raising campaign. Photo Feature

Alumna to present Phil's Day lecture

portrait of Janice Ellig

As part of the second annual Phil’s Day, University of Iowa alumna Janice Ellig (1968 B.B.A.) will present a guest lecture, "Life with Phil," at 1:30 p.m. Thursday, May 2, in the Old Capitol Senate Chamber. Story

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Phil Was Here Instagram Challenge

The UI Foundation’s Student Philanthropy Group is inviting members of the UI campus community to participate in a social media event to celebrate the impact of philanthropy on campus. Story

Phil was here (we have proof)

people wearing Phil Was Here shirts stand near Old Capitol

On Tuesday, April 24, 2012, the University of Iowa and the UI Foundation celebrated the first-ever Phil’s Day on campus. Short for philanthropy, “Phil” represents all who donate to the UI, as well as the students, faculty, and staff who benefit from those gifts. Photo Feature

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