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UI donation drive is example of successful student project

Thursday, May 16, 2013
The Year End University of Iowa Donation Drive is an example of a successful student project done with the help of community partnerships, says Liz Christiansen, director of the UI Office of Sustainability.

Faculty Engagement Corps Journal

Thursday, May 16, 2013
From Tuesday, May 21 to Friday, May 24, follow the University of Iowa's 2013 Faculty Engagement Corps tour of northwest Iowa, including Orange City, Okoboji, Estherville, Spencer, Lester, Le Mars, Sioux City, Sergeant Bluff, and Storm Lake.
Sheri Salata talks with Oprah Winfrey on her show.

UI alumna to talk about career, working with Oprah

Thursday, May 16, 2013
Tippie College of Business alumna Sheri Salata will trace her path from UI student on academic probation to president of the Oprah Winfrey Network and Harpo Studios when she delivers the Tippie College's undergraduate commencement address on Saturday, May 18, at 5 p.m. in Carver-Hawkeye Arena.

University of Iowa Student Health Service, Health Iowa get new name

Wednesday, May 15, 2013
University of Iowa Student Health Service and its health-promotion branch, Health Iowa, have been renamed UI Student Health & Wellness.
photo of Dr. Georgina Dodge speaking at the podium in the Old Capitol Senate Chambers during the UI Rainbow Graduation

LGBT students honored at UI's 13th annual 'Rainbow Graduation'

Twenty-five LGBTQ students were recognized at the University of Iowa’s 13th annual Rainbow Graduation on Tuesday, and the community took the opportunity to honor the graduates and recent strides made at the UI.

Media advisory: University of Iowa commencements

Wednesday, May 15, 2013
The University of Iowa has issued information for media interested in covering commencement ceremonies May 16-18 and June 7.
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Young, Black, and Educated

Wednesday, May 15, 2013
Junior Anthony Ferguson initially came to the University of Iowa in the fall of 2011 to play for the Hawkeye football team. However, after one season, he felt a calling to something greater. He left the team and created a community organization, Young, Black, and Educated.

O say can he sing

Tuesday, May 14, 2013
If you've been to a Hawkeye athletic event over the last four years, chances are good that you've seen Nils Thorson perform. Not as an athlete, but as the guy who sings the national anthem before the start of the game.
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Task force recommends screening all adults for alcohol misuse

Tuesday, May 14, 2013
Nearly 30 percent of adults drink more alcohol than is considered healthy, and there are serious consequences for them, their families, and their communities, says U.S. Preventive Services Task Force Member Sue Curry, dean of the UI College of Public Health.

UI graduate student receives Fulbright to Germany for 2013-2014

Tuesday, May 14, 2013
The Fulbright U.S. Student Program has just announced that University of Iowa graduate student Briana Smith has received a Fulbright award for 2013-14 to conduct research in Germany.
Students on Monday walk past the UI Pharmacy Building. Construction on a new building could start in 2015. / Benjamin Roberts / Iowa City Press-Citizen

UI pharmacy building set to be replaced

Tuesday, May 14, 2013
When people ask the dean of the University of Iowa College of Pharmacy about the state of the college’s building, he usually invites them to come on down and see for themselves. (Note: A paid subscription may be required.)
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Old Gold: 'On, Iowa,' rescued from oblivion

Tuesday, May 14, 2013
The UI’s Chicago Alumni Association offered a $250 prize in 1916 for best original song about the University of Iowa. “On, Iowa,” a fan favorite now performed at every football and basketball game, did not make the final cut.