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New Health Sciences Academic Building provides state-of-the-art space to 3 UI programs

Thursday, August 27, 2026
The Health Sciences Academic Building now houses three top-ranked programs — Communications Sciences and Disorders; Health, Sport, and Human Physiology; and Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Sciences — all under one roof.

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Ray LaMontagne

Tuesday, September 1, 2026 7:00pm
Hancher Auditorium

Part of Hancher's 2026–2027 season

TICKETS
Adults $135 / $95 / $65
Students & Youth $25*
*Limited tickets available

The beloved singer/songwriter revisits the album that launched his career.

Ray LaMontagne’s catalog spans nine full length records, chart topping radio singles, and a Grammy win in addition to multiple Grammy nominations. LaMontagne is on the road—including this first-ever stop in Iowa City—celebrating his first full length album, Trouble, playing the record in its entirety as well as...

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Iowa Soccer vs. Kansas State

Thursday, September 3, 2026 7:00pm
UI Soccer Complex
The Iowa Soccer team will host Kansas State at the Iowa Soccer Complex.
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Friday Crafternoons

Friday, September 4, 2026 1:00pm to 3:30pm
Stanley Museum of Art

Need a creative break at the end of the week? Swing by the Stanley on Friday afternoons to work on a craft project of your choice.

Bring your own in-progress project or start a new one using the various supplies provided. Try your hand at sketching, coloring, knitting, embroidery, origami, and so much more in a relaxing, low-pressure environment. Stay as long as you like and make new connections. Light snacks will be provided.

Friday Crafternoons occurs almost every Friday at the Stanley Museum of...

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