Safety

PAS to meet Sept. 15 in University Capitol Centre

Thursday, September 6, 2012
The regular bi-monthly meeting of the Partnership for Alcohol Safety will be held Wednesday, Sept. 12, from 3:30 to 5 p.m. in Room 2390 of the University Capitol Centre.

Locate your nearest exit at Kinnick

Wednesday, September 5, 2012
Charles Green, University of Iowa assistant vice president and director of public safety, reminds everyone to be aware of the Kinnick Emergency Evacuation Plan as the first home football game approaches this weekend.
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Cheer loud and be respectful

Tuesday, September 4, 2012
Leaders of University of Iowa student governments and the Hawks Nest, the official student fan group, are sending a message to UI students, encouraging them to “be proud and cheer loud” but also to “be good neighbors” as the fall football and sports season gets under way.

College of Education takes on bullying

Tuesday, September 4, 2012
The University of Iowa College of Education’s Teacher Leader Center is taking on bullying in a year-long series of workshops and other learning opportunities for future teachers as well as community members.
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Stopping the bully

Tuesday, September 4, 2012
Bullying is broadcast like a spectator sport these days and our kids, the ones we’re trying so hard to protect, are getting more beat up than ever. It's time to stop the bully.

Paving replacement to narrow Hawkins Drive Thursday, Friday

Wednesday, August 29, 2012
Construction to replace damaged paving will reduce Hawkins Drive, from east of Elliott Drive to southeast of the University of Iowa Dental Science Building, to one lane in each direction from 6-8 a.m. on Thursday and Friday, Aug. 30-31.

SafeRide launches

Tuesday, August 28, 2012
The University of Iowa Student Government (UISG), in conjunction with the Executive Council of Graduate and Professional Students (ECGPS) and the Yellow Cab of Iowa City, announce the beginning of a free taxi service called SafeRide for students in unexpected or emergency situations.

Beware, be safe, be smart

Friday, August 24, 2012
The Partnership for Alcohol Safety wants to make sure students are aware that the Iowa City Police Department is conducting proactive party patrols this fall to look for apartment and house parties that are disruptive to neighbors or that have signs that things might be getting out of control.

UI survey: Kids in Iowa are happier, safer

Thursday, August 16, 2012
A new study by the University of Iowa's Public Policy Center finds that Iowa children feel healthier, happier, and safer than children do nationally.
National ABC news correspondent Lisa Starck drives at the National Advanced Driving Simulator

UI's driving simulator tests dangers of driving on Ambien

Wednesday, August 15, 2012
National ABC news correspondent Lisa Starck demonstrates the dangers of driving after taking sleep medications at the University of Iowa's National Advance Driving Simulator, home of the most advanced driving simulator in the country.

RVAP seeks volunteers for fall 2012

Tuesday, August 14, 2012
One in three women and one in six men will be sexually assaulted in their lifetimes. Many have no idea where to turn for help and healing. University of Iowa's Rape Victim Advocacy Program (RVAP) seeks volunteers for its 32-hour Volunteer Training Program Monday, Sept. 10.
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Survey: Iowa's children are healthy, feel safe

Tuesday, August 14, 2012
Iowa's children are healthy, happy, and feel safe in their communities and in their schools. Those are the findings from a University of Iowa-led survey of children and households in the state. The 2010 Iowa Child and Family Household Health Survey is the only statewide, population-based study of the health and well being of the state’s children.