Parents & Families
Oboists, otolaryngologists, and engineers: School of Music's interdisciplinary research to ensure Voxman Music Building safety
Wednesday, August 26, 2020
With less than a month before faculty, staff, and students prepared to come to campus, Voxman Music Building—home to more than 500 School of Music (SOM) musicians—was transformed into a research lab. SOM director Tammie Walker was at the forefront of these plans, bringing in not just fellow musicians, but also UI doctors and engineers. Through a series of tests, the team identified a list of...
Study says parents’ teaching style can be instrumental in helping children learn how to safely cross busy roads
Wednesday, August 26, 2020
New research from the University of Iowa shows parents who teach children ahead of time how to properly choose gaps in traffic can help them learn more quickly how to cross roads safely. The study found that timely instruction from parents led to improvements in children’s road-crossing abilities.
Campus health experts stress science, accuracy in COVID-19 testing methods
Monday, August 24, 2020
While saliva tests are getting increased media attention, the University of Iowa is following public health guidelines and using scientifically proven nasopharyngeal swabs to detect novel coronavirus.
Fall 2020 semester begins in a new way
Monday, August 24, 2020
The fall 2020 semester kicked off at the University of Iowa with historically unique measures to combat the spread of COVID-19.
Psychology professor explains people's actions during coronavirus pandemic
Wednesday, August 19, 2020
Edward Wasserman, professor in the Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences, writes a commentary about people's behaviors during the novel corona virus pandemic. Joined by another author in the piece for NBCNews.com, Wasserman says the human brain toggles between short-term, impulsive behaviors, and long-term perspectives.
Residence hall move-in starts Aug. 14
Friday, August 14, 2020
University of Iowa residence halls begin welcoming students August 14, and as move-in picks up in earnest on Monday, Aug. 17, traffic will be heavy around campus. Faculty, staff, and local residents are encouraged to be patient and plan to take alternate routes.
UI campus cleans up after Monday’s derecho storm downs trees, damages buildings
Wednesday, August 12, 2020
Chainsaws sound throughout Iowa City and the University of Iowa campus as the university and wider community clean up after a derecho storm swept through on Monday, bringing 100 mph winds.
Regent resolution praises State Hygienic Lab COVID-19 testing efforts
Tuesday, August 11, 2020
The State Hygienic Laboratory (SHL) was recognized by the Board of Regents, State of Iowa, at its recent meeting for its heroic handling of statewide testing for the coronavirus. At the board’s July 29 meeting, the board signed a resolution lauding the work of its three schools for their response following Iowa Gov. Kim Reynold’s declaration of a State of Public Health Disaster Emergency in March...
Iowa researchers find link between Atlantic hurricanes and weather system in East Asia
Thursday, August 6, 2020
Climate researchers led by the University of Iowa have found a link between hurricanes that form in the Atlantic Ocean—and threaten the United States—and a weather system in East Asia.
Study finds injured farmers take an hour longer to get trauma care
Tuesday, August 4, 2020
A new study from the University of Iowa shows that farmers who suffer an on-the-job injury take more time to arrive at a hospital that provides the specialized trauma care they need than workers in other industries.
Iowa football program review complete
Thursday, July 30, 2020
An independent review, begun June 16, of issues and allegations relating to racial disparities within Iowa’s football program is now complete.
Iowa receives Fiske Guide’s ‘Best Buy’ designation for 16th consecutive year
Monday, July 27, 2020
For the 16th straight year, the University of Iowa has been designated a “Best Buy” in the Fiske Guide to Colleges.
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