Events

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Acclaimed artists illuminate Old Capitol during Light Art Grand Tour USA

Friday, October 5, 2018
Swiss light artist Gerry Hofstetter and his daughter Céline used the iconic University of Iowa building as the backdrop for a thrilling visual display Oct. 4, during the Iowa stop of the Light Art Grand Tour USA.
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Hancher commissions inspire, launch new work

Wednesday, September 26, 2018
With 108 commissions to date, the University of Iowa’s Hancher Auditorium is not only a presenter of the performing arts but also a creative center whose commissions serve as a springboard for new works.
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Friends Without Borders connects international and domestic students

Thursday, August 23, 2018
An International Programs initiative pairs international and domestic students to forge new connections and lasting friendships.
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Class of 2022 celebrates convocation

Monday, August 20, 2018
The Class of 2022 gathered the night before classes began to celebrate convocation and the President’s Block Party.
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5 free things for students

Thursday, August 16, 2018
There’s a wealth of opportunities provided on campus, and some free resources can get lost in the jumble. Here are five options for students looking for help studying or having a good time.
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RAGBRAI 2018: UI’s IISC offers Iowa communities ‘a path forward’

Friday, July 27, 2018
As thousands of RAGBRAI riders pour into Iowa City Friday, July 27, the downtown district—alleyways included—will serve as an entertainment hub for cyclists, citizens, and other visitors. But that might not have been possible without a partnership between the city and the University of Iowa’s Iowa Initiative for Sustainable Communities.
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RAGBRAI 2018: Former Herky from Jefferson maintains strong connection to Iowa

Tuesday, July 24, 2018
Thirty years after he last donned the costume of the University of Iowa’s mascot, David Ausberger still has a connection to Herky the Hawk.
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RAGBRAI 2018: Iowa JPEC students promote pass-through towns

Monday, July 23, 2018
When the RAGBRAI pass-through towns are announced, faculty advisor and JPEC lecturer Bob Walker and his students offer them promotional assistance. They've done so for four years in a row, and this year are working with eight towns, including Templeton.
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Planning your commute, parking during RAGBRAI

Wednesday, July 18, 2018
An estimated 12,000 RAGBRAI riders will be in Iowa City Friday, July 27, for an overnight stop. The University of Iowa community is asked to help safely welcome riders and visitors to our campus from across the country and around the world.
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University of Iowa seeks volunteers for State Fair booth

Friday, June 22, 2018
The University of Iowa’s State Fair Working Group seeks volunteers for the UI booth at the Iowa State Fair Aug. 9–19 in Des Moines.
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Iowa Women’s Archives takes 6-on-6 basketball exhibit on the road

Tuesday, June 19, 2018
An exhibition tour across Iowa celebrates the 25th anniversary of the beginning of Iowa Women’s Archive and end of 6-on-6 basketball in the state.
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Celebrating commencement

Some 4,300 UI students spent a May weekend saying farewell to class work, studying, and treks across campus