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Iowa alumnus nominated for Tony Award
Friday, May 8, 2026
University of Iowa alumnus Samuel D. Hunter’s Broadway debut, Little Bear Ridge Road, received a Tony Award nomination for Best Play on May 5.
A new way to capture water — from air and with sunlight
Friday, May 8, 2026
Chemists at the University of Iowa have created a light-activated structure that captures and stores water from the air. The millimeter-scale lattice forms tiny cavities under ultraviolet light. While still a proof of concept, the approach could lead to water-harvesting technologies.
reSPARC to enter implementation phase of revenue, efficiency initiatives
Thursday, May 7, 2026
The University of Iowa is advancing its reSPARC initiative into a new phase focused on implementation, building on nearly a year of cross-campus collaboration to strengthen the university’s financial future.
Photo gallery: New spaceflight laboratory further positions UI as national space science leader
Wednesday, May 6, 2026
The University of Iowa has opened its new Iowa Spaceflight Laboratory, a $7.2 million investment to expand space flight instruments and to further position the university as a national leader in space science.
Times and dates for spring 2026 commencement
Wednesday, May 6, 2026
This spring, more than 6,100 University of Iowa students will receive their degrees during commencement ceremonies, beginning with the College of Pharmacy’s Doctor of Pharmacy ceremony on May 14 and concluding with the College of Dentistry ceremony on June 5.
Iowa alumni win 2026 Pulitzer Prizes for memoir, fiction
Tuesday, May 5, 2026
Two University of Iowa alumni have won 2026 Pulitzer Prizes, and two more were named finalists — with Yiyun Li and Daniel Kraus joining a distinguished list of more than 40 Iowa-affiliated Pulitzer winners.
Quad Green renovations will create an outdoor destination for students
Friday, May 1, 2026
Renovations to Quad Green will turn the space between the College of Pharmacy Building and Hillcrest Residence Hall into an area for relaxation and recreation. The area will feature a pavilion with outdoor furniture, two pickleball courts, a basketball court, and new sidewalks.
Regents approve 2026–27 tuition increase for UI students
Thursday, April 23, 2026
The Iowa Board of Regents has approved a tuition increase for University of Iowa students to address inflationary costs and maintain a high quality of education for Iowa students.
Ted Abel appointed president and provost distinguished fellow
Thursday, April 16, 2026
Ted Abel, professor and chair of the Department of Neuroscience and Pharmacology in the University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine and the Roy J. Carver Director of the Iowa Neuroscience Institute, has been appointed the university’s first president and provost distinguished fellow.
A new way to capture water — from air and with sunlight
Friday, May 8, 2026
reSPARC to enter implementation phase of revenue, efficiency initiatives
Thursday, May 7, 2026
Times and dates for spring 2026 commencement
Wednesday, May 6, 2026
Iowa alumni win 2026 Pulitzer Prizes for memoir, fiction
Tuesday, May 5, 2026
Quad Green renovations will create an outdoor destination for students
Friday, May 1, 2026
UI recognizes faculty, staff award recipients at annual ceremony
Tuesday, April 28, 2026
Regents approve 2026–27 tuition increase for UI students
Thursday, April 23, 2026
Ted Abel appointed president and provost distinguished fellow
Thursday, April 16, 2026
UI professor, poet Paige Lewis talks about the books they love (and the dogs that chew them)
Thursday, April 16, 2026
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Mother’s Day can have different meanings, depending on your stage in life
Sylvia Mikucki-Enyart, associate professor of communication studies at the University of Iowa, shares advice to help everyone walking past the Hallmark aisle navigate what can be a beautiful but emotional day.
Accessible Iowa: Design choices that improve readability
Making small changes to text — such as using clear fonts, good contrast, and readable sizes — helps more people read and understand what you share. These steps matter because not everyone sees or processes text in the same way, so better design makes information accessible to everyone.
Support others’ passion while preventing burnout
Caring deeply about your work can fuel engagement but also put you at risk for burnout. Learn practical ways to support colleagues’ passions while reinforcing healthy boundaries, recognizing what motivates others, and creating a culture where people feel valued and able to sustain their well-being.
Everyday AI and privacy: 3 scenarios you might face at work
AI can make quick work of responding to an email or analyzing a spreadsheet, but it comes with the risk of exposing personal or restricted information, financial data, and more. Learn when to use university-supported AI and when it’s OK to use public AI.
Simple steps to keep your devices, data safe
Mobility is part of university life, but every time you log in from a hotel, coffee shop, or home network, you extend the university’s digital footprint beyond campus. That flexibility is powerful, but it is also a target for phishing and the compromise of personal devices. Learn simple actions you can take to protect your digital security.
New Campus Roots initiative celebrates sustainability
The UI’s Charter Committee on Sustainability is accepting nominations for its Campus Roots initiative, which recognizes and celebrates sustainable practices across campus. Teams of two or more people can submit their projects for consideration and those selected will have a tree planted in their honor. Submissions are due April 1.
Traveling for spring break? Your health care coverage goes with you
Travel with confidence knowing your health coverage goes with you. Download the Wellmark app for quick access to your benefits, coverage details, ID cards, in-network providers, and 24/7 telehealth options like Doctor on Demand. Learn more on the benefits webpage.
Tips for staying grounded during times of change
Change is a constant in higher education, and staying grounded supports both well-being and effectiveness. Focusing on hope — not as wishful thinking, but as a steady, intentional practice — can create clarity and forward momentum. Small, purposeful actions and strong connections help sustain energy, resilience, and confidence in what comes next.
Protect yourself, your child from counterfeit car seats
Increasingly sold online, counterfeit car seats look like popular, federally-approved brands, but fail basic safety and crash-test standards. The Stead Family Children’s Hospital Child Passenger Safety team offers tips for identifying fakes and how to find and install a legitimate one.
Advice for building trust through everyday transparency
Transparency strengthens teams, reduces uncertainty, and supports well-being — especially during times of change. Prioritizing clear, honest communication can ease stress, build trust, and create space for meaningful dialogue, even when conversations are difficult.
3 tips for dealing with seasonal allergies
Warmer weather can bring sunny days, blooming flowers, and — for many of us — seasonal allergies. Christina Kopp, advanced nurse practitioner for University of Iowa Urgent Care, shares some easy tips to help ease the challenges of seasonal allergies.
UI Spotlight
Study examines AI's affect on office workers
Thursday, March 12, 2026
Iowa research engineer invents physics-based approach for measuring river flow
Thursday, March 12, 2026
A look back on Christopher Merrill's 25 year career
Thursday, March 12, 2026
Bell, Hasan lead new AI certificate's foundational course
Monday, November 10, 2025
Zhao named Tippie's new associate dean
Wednesday, April 9, 2025
Farag receives American Nurses Association 2025 Innovation Award
Wednesday, March 12, 2025
Iowa Initiative For Sustainable Communities Wins Campus Compact Award
Tuesday, February 18, 2025
Wang wins 2024 Joanne Simpson Medal
Tuesday, January 14, 2025
CSSI Welcomes the Participants of the 2025 Grant Writing Residency Program
Tuesday, January 14, 2025
Lane named 2024 Iowa School Counselor Advocate of the Year
Monday, November 11, 2024
Achievements
UI researcher wins grant to study pulsating auroras’ affects on Earth
Monday, May 11, 2026
UI researchers’ work with quantum dots could create more efficient telecommunications
Wednesday, April 29, 2026
UI professor awarded funding to expand antibodies research
Wednesday, April 15, 2026
Kolesar named AACP Volwiler Award recipient
Tuesday, March 31, 2026
UI research team awarded funding to expand testing program for lead in water
Thursday, March 26, 2026
UI professors awarded funding to investigate why some preterm children struggle with math
Friday, March 20, 2026
UI professor awarded funding to uncover how metabolic health affects oral health
Thursday, March 12, 2026
UI professor awarded funding to investigate strategies to prevent hearing loss from anti-cancer drug
Wednesday, February 18, 2026
UI professor awarded funding to investigate how hearing loss affects children’s sensory processing
Friday, January 30, 2026
UI professor awarded funding to evaluate new approach for children who stutter
Thursday, January 22, 2026
In the News
4 things you should do after 5 p.m. for better blood sugar, according to endocrinologists
Friday, April 10, 2026
A Journey Up Broadway: Discovering a Remarkable 1905 Photo Album
Friday, April 3, 2026
PCBs explained: The toxic chemicals at the center of NC State’s Poe Hall controversy
Thursday, March 26, 2026
For this unconventional Jewish organization, tradition takes a back seat to community
Thursday, March 26, 2026
With more older drivers on the road, states try to balance safety and mobility
Monday, March 23, 2026
3 economists grabbed a beer. A multibillion-dollar industry was born.
Thursday, March 12, 2026
University of Iowa Health Care expands NICU
Friday, March 6, 2026
UI professor discusses the economic impact of renewable energy in Iowa
Monday, March 2, 2026
UI Scanlan Center for School Mental Health sees interest in eating disorder support
Monday, March 2, 2026
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