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Writing across disciplines: UI is in elite company

Thursday, September 24, 2026
Iowa’s unmatched writing-related resources prepare its graduates for success in many fields. This level of excellence, strengthened in the past year by the creation of the Office of Writing and Communication and piloting a new undergraduate curriculum, positions Iowa as the best public university for writing and communication.

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Infinite Dream: Monica Bill Barnes & Company

Thursday, September 24, 2026 7:00pm
Hancher Auditorium
Witness what a memory play can be if it turns out to be a dance performance.
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Infinite Dream: John Cameron Mitchell: Songs & Stories

Thursday, September 24, 2026 9:00pm
Hancher Auditorium
The creator of Hedwig shares a cabaret performance unlike any other.
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Friday Crafternoons

Friday, September 25, 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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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. 

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