Impact

UI international student uses a computer to chat online

Crisis center begins training UI international students for chat program

Tuesday, February 26, 2013
The Johnson County Crisis Center has begun training 12 University of Iowa international students to offer online Crisis Chat in Mandarin Chinese to students, and officials there say the implementation of this service will provide students with more resources when they seek help.

A new compact for innovation and economic growth

Tuesday, February 26, 2013
The University of Iowa is committed to a new, more robust partnership with the citizens of Iowa, state and local organizations and our sister universities, bringing all of our assets to bear on the challenges ahead.

Study reveals medical schools' impact

Tuesday, February 26, 2013
Medical schools and their teaching hospitals have a significant economic impact in the United States, according to an analysis compiled by the firm of Tripp-Umbach.

Hancher to present dance masters in 'India Jazz Suites' at the Englert

Tuesday, February 26, 2013
Featuring two brilliant dancers and two live bands, "India Jazz Suites" is a cross-cultural celebration of fleet-footedness.
Photo of many arms and hands interlocking to demonstrate diversity on the UI campus

UI Chief Diversity Office

Monday, February 25, 2013
The University of Iowa has unveiled its new diversity website, UI Diversity@Iowa, with enhanced navigation features and a more robust platform for stories, social media, images, and a comprehensive diversity calendar.

Pollock's 'Mural' inspires pianist Knight

Monday, February 25, 2013
Dan Knight, Iowa City Steinway artist, will perform the world premiere of an original composition inspired by Jackson Pollock’s “Mural” at the Coralville Center for the Performing Arts April 21, and he will also perform at the New Deal Fundraiser Saturday, March 2 at the Coralville Marriott Hotel & Conference Center.

BTN show turns spotlight on the UI

Monday, February 25, 2013
The BTN's (Big Ten Network's) new series LiveBIG turns its focus on the University of Iowa this week, showcasing an award-winning project that’s helping health care professionals diagnose potentially deadly conditions in infants.

Spring break tennis camp

Monday, February 25, 2013
University of Iowa Recreational Services will offer a tennis camp over spring break, March 18-22, for children ages 6-16.
kids sitting around a campfire

Registration open for Wildlife Camps

Monday, February 25, 2013
Registration has started for this year's Wildlife Camps at Macbride Nature Recreation Area. Sponsored by University of Iowa Recreational Services, the popular camps welcome students who have completed kindergarten through high school.
Eileen Hermiston checks Joseph Huduke's teeth at Lucas Elementary

Nowack says untreated dental problems impact student performance

Friday, February 22, 2013
Arthur Nowack, a UI professor emeritus of pediatric dentistry, says untreated dental problems can impact students' school performance. (Note: A paid subscription is required.)

Figge to display art by UI faculty

Friday, February 22, 2013
The Figge Art Museum in Davenport will present an exhibit of current works by University of Iowa Studio Art faculty, considered one of the best studio arts public offerings in the country, according to museum spokeswoman Natalie Dunlop.

UI staff, public get UI Children's Hospital sneak peek

Friday, February 22, 2013
UI staff and the general public got the first major sneak peek of the designs of the new UI Children's Hospital facility, which opens in 2016.