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University of Iowa students took an ambitious art-and-science course into the field in Iceland, where high-altitude balloon launches tested their technical skills, creative instincts, and ability to work across disciplines in unpredictable conditions.

Students take ‘Iowa Idea’ to new heights in Iceland

Thursday, October 1, 2026
Iowa students launched weather balloons in Iceland this summer, putting the century-old “Iowa Idea” into action. Working across disciplines and adapting to the unexpected, they came away with lessons that went far beyond the data they collected.

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2026 Downtown Fall Gallery Walk

Friday, October 2, 2026 5:00pm to 8:00pm
University of Iowa Main Library

Join the Stanley Museum of Art, the UI Libraries, and the UI Museum of Natural History for the Iowa City Downtown District's ​Fall Gallery Walk! This annual free event invites everyone to take a self-guided tour of shops and galleries showcasing local art and exhibitions in downtown Iowa City. You don't want to miss these three premier campus destinations:

Stanley Museum of Art: To kick-off the Downtown Gallery Walk, the Stanley will launch the latest iteration of its Thresholds: Poetry series...

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Art & Write Night

Friday, October 2, 2026 6:00pm to 8:00pm
University of Iowa Museum of Natural History

Join the long, rich, historical tradition of artists creating in our spaces.

Professional, aspiring, and amateur artists alike, make our museum your muse. The return of this popular program series welcomes guests into the Museum of Natural History's magical gallery spaces after-hours to work on sketching or writing projects with other campus and community artists.

Tell a friend, grab a notebook, and join us on the first Friday of each month. We'll provide a new inspo prompt for each session and...

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Red Supergiants in Andromeda: Uncovering Their Hidden Companions

Friday, October 2, 2026 7:30pm to 8:00pm
Van Allen Hall

Please join us for the Astronomy Public Talk series, where we host short, accessible talks on a wide range of astronomy and physics-related topics — free and open to the public! This event will feature a presentation by UI Physics and Astronomy undergraduate student Meredith LeFevre, who will discuss red supergiants: massive stars in a short-lived stage of their evolution. Studying these stars can help us understand how massive stars evolve, interact with companion stars, and end their lives in...

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Registering to vote in Iowa? Here’s what you need to know

With Election Day coming up Nov. 3, eligible Iowans can pre-register to vote by Oct. 19 or register at the polls on Election Day. Whether you’re registering for the first time or need to update your information, find out how to register, what you’ll need, and where to check your voter registration status.

Know where to go when you need care this fall

Fall can bring everything from sore throats and fevers to sprains and other unexpected health concerns. Find the right level of care for your needs and see how UI Health Care’s On My Way tool can help you compare locations and avoid unnecessary delays.

Get your free flu vaccination at clinics across campus

The annual flu vaccination campaign for employees is underway. Getting vaccinated is quick, simple, and free — find out how to take part by checking this list of upcoming vaccination clinics on campus. Mark your calendars now.

Seem too good to be true? Pause before you open that email

Scammers use urgency and familiar campus language to get you to click, so give yourself 10 seconds to pause and verify before taking action. Learn how to spot fake Microsoft 365 warnings, too-good-to-be-true job offers, and other phishing attempts.
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6 ways to get active in 30 minutes at the Campus Recreation and Wellness Center

A packed schedule during a busy semester doesn’t always leave room for a long workout. But if you have 30 minutes between meetings, classes, or other commitments, the University of Iowa Campus Recreation and Wellness Center (CRWC) offers plenty of ways to move your body — and you don’t even need to sweat.

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