A unique study abroad program in Peru allowed University of Iowa sophomore Macz Norton to blend study, service, and immersion for an unforgettable experience last summer. Story
Entrepreneurial-minded students Joe Dallago and AJ Nelson launched ClusterFlunk, a website students can use to share class notes, schedules, and more. (Note: A paid subscription may be required.)
Story from: Iowa City Press-Citizen
The MFA program in Spanish Creative Writing in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences draws upon traditional Hispanic views of art and the role of the writer in the community to prepare students for careers as writers and teachers, in addition to helping local populations tell their stories. Story
Ten University of Iowa undergraduate students have been selected to participate in a unique pilot course for the spring 2013 semester. The course will allow the students to apply their education and creativity to help Zappos CEO Tony Hsieh and others transform downtown Las Vegas. Story
UI nursing students and volunteers with the Retired Senior Volunteer Program have joined forces to create a valuable learning opportunity, where volunteers simulate being elderly patients to help students gain real-world knowledge working with older adults.
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The University of Iowa is transitioning to new anti-virus software, which means students and employees who use Symantec on their home computers will need to switch to another product by June. Story
University of Iowa College of Education Interim Dean Nick Colangelo, and recent UI education graduate Joey Ackerman, both comment on Iowa Gov. Branstad's education reform package, which puts teachers as its centerpiece.
Story from: KWWL
2013.01.18 | By University Communication and Marketing | 01:24 PM
Leaders of University of Iowa Recreational Services announced today that the climbing wall in the Campus Recreation and Wellness Center will re-open with the start of the spring semester on Tuesday, Jan. 22. Story
The University of Iowa men's basketball team will celebrate the life of Chris Street on the 20th anniversary of his death Saturday, Jan. 19, during the game against Wisconsin. Story
