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New College of Pharmacy initiative will improve lung cancer screening access in Iowa

Thursday, December 4, 2025
The UI College of Pharmacy announced a new initiative — supported by Eli Lilly Co. — to boost Iowa’s low lung cancer screening rates by embedding screenings in community pharmacies across the state. Led by Jill Kolesar, dean and Jean M. Schmidt chair in drug discovery, the program expands access, especially for rural and underserved Iowans, through innovative, community-based care.
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UI Health Care celebrates 6 months serving patients at North Liberty campus

Thursday, December 4, 2025
In its first six months, UI Health Care’s North Liberty campus has seen more patients and advanced care cases than anticipated. The site draws patients from across the state and country, trains future health care providers, and advances research. Learn how the campus reflects UI Health Care’s growth and commitment to patient-centered care.
Grace Lidgett, runner and cystic fibrosis patient, standing on a rural road.

Groundbreaking Iowa research helps cystic fibrosis patient defy expectations

Thursday, December 4, 2025
Grace Lidgett breathes easier while running and at rest, thanks to a revolutionary cystic fibrosis treatment that evolved from decades of UI Health Care research led by Michael Welsh. Learn how the remarkable research allowed her to chase her dreams.
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7 reasons why Hawkeye fans melt for Carver Cones

Thursday, December 4, 2025
Every winter, thousands of Iowa fans line up for this swirl of nostalgia at Iowa basketball games and wrestling matches in Carver-Hawkeye Arena. Learn why this simple soft serve draws fans in droves even as outdoor temperatures plummet.
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A look back: Best photos of fall 2025 semester

Tuesday, November 25, 2025
From fun at Iowa football games, to cutting-edge research, to students in their residence hall rooms — and everything in between — check out the fall 2025 semester in these 16 frames.
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Celebrate your colleagues with a Hawkeye High-Five

Thursday, November 20, 2025
Hawkeye High-Five is a new recognition program that allows faculty and staff across the university to give a virtual “high-five” to a colleague for their contributions, teamwork, or extra effort. It’s a great way to show appreciation and highlight the positive work taking place on campus. Read about some of the first recipients.
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John Colloton, former UI Health Care executive, dies at age 94

Thursday, November 20, 2025
John Colloton, the namesake of University of Iowa Health Care’s Colloton Pavilion, died Nov. 14 at age 94. His vision and leadership spanned more than four decades, transforming patient care and establishing UI Health Care as one of the world’s premier medical centers. Read more about his life and legacy.
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Jay Holstein, long-time religious studies professor, dies at 87

Thursday, November 20, 2025
Jay Holstein, emeritus professor in the Department of Religious Studies, died Nov. 14 at age 87. For more than five decades at the University of Iowa, Holstein taught tens of thousands of students and became one of the institution’s most celebrated educators.
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UI students share global experiences through photography

Monday, November 10, 2025
A student exploring a Buddhist temple in Bangkok. A quiet café overlooking Budapest’s Parliament. A snow-covered University of Iowa campus, seen through the eyes of an international graduate student. These are among the winning images selected for the 2025 UI International Programs International Photo Contest.

Events

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Book Matters: Jamel Brinkley in conversation with Stephen Lovely

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 7:00pm to 8:30pm
Prairie Lights Books

Join us for a special Book Matters celebrating acclaimed author Jamel Brinkley, recipient of a 2024 Guggenheim Fellowship and a 2022–2023 Rome Prize in Literature.

Provost Kevin Kregel will recognize Brinkley for his external awards. Brinkley will read a selection from his work and then join Stephen Lovely, novelist and director of the Iowa Young Writers’ Studio, for conversation and audience Q&A.

“Jamel Brinkley is one of the best story writers we have…Read everything this man writes, and know...

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Dance Grad/Undergrad Concert

Thursday, December 11, 2025 8:00pm
Space Place Theater

This performance will feature ten works choreographed by graduate and undergraduate students from the University of Iowa Department of Dance.

Please be advised this concert includes strobe, haze, adult language, and dancers entering the aisles. In Act II, Reckoning contains subject matter that may cause distress or trigger challenging emotions from some audience members, including strong language and sexually suggestive choreography.

PROGRAM
Loops in Layers choreographed by Lindsey Wildman in...

Dance Grad/Undergrad Concert promotional image

Dance Grad/Undergrad Concert

Friday, December 12, 2025 8:00pm
Space Place Theater

This performance will feature ten works choreographed by graduate and undergraduate students from the University of Iowa Department of Dance.

Please be advised this concert includes strobe, haze, adult language, and dancers entering the aisles. In Act II, Reckoning contains subject matter that may cause distress or trigger challenging emotions from some audience members, including strong language and sexually suggestive choreography.

PROGRAM
Loops in Layers choreographed by Lindsey Wildman in...

News you can use

Are holiday specials still appointment TV?

Tim Havens, professor of communication studies and an expert in TV history and culture at the University of Iowa, offers insight to help you navigate where to find your holiday favorite, and how you can start your own viewing tradition to rejuvenate your holiday spirit.

UI relationship expert shares insight on power of a holiday greeting card

Rachel McLaren, associate professor of communication studies at the University of Iowa, explains that despite today’s era of online digital communication, the tradition of sending paper holiday greetings is a gesture toward building, maintaining, or reshaping personal relationships with friends and family.

Tips for staying healthy during respiratory virus season

Respiratory viruses tend to spike in fall and winter. Now is the right time to make sure you are ready when the three most common viruses (flu, COVID-19, and RSV) reach their peak. Learn about vaccines and easy ways to prevent illness.

What to do with all these leaves?

UI expert: Work smarter, not harder, when dealing with leaves this fall

Back-to-school safety tips for you and your family

As the back-to-school season approaches, the University of Iowa Stead Family Children’s Hospital injury prevention team and Safety Store offer some tips to help keep children safe throughout the school year.

UI students receive degrees after spring 2025 semester

The University of Iowa has welcomed a new cohort of alumni at the close of the spring 2025 semester, with many Hawkeyes receiving their degrees.

Does yard work count as exercise? UI expert provides tips to maintain a healthy lifestyle during busy summer months

Lauren Steinke, assistant professor of health and human physiology at the University of Iowa, shares tips on how to work fitness into your schedule and realize that the goal is to “focus on progress, not perfection.”

UI students named to dean’s list for spring 2025 semester

More than 8,000 undergraduate students at the University of Iowa were named to the dean’s list for the 2025 spring semester.

UI students named to president’s list for spring 2025 semester

More than 1,250 undergraduate students at the University of Iowa were named to the president’s list for the 2025 spring semester.

5 things to know about measles

Measles, a highly contagious disease, has been making headlines in the United States due to the recent increase in reported cases across several states, including Iowa.
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Navigate the holidays with joy while leaving the guilt outside in the cold

With the holidays approaching, many people look forward to festive meals and family traditions — but also face a mix of emotions, from excitement to anxiety. To help navigate the season with more joy and less guilt, Kathy Mellen, a registered dietitian and professor of instruction in the Department of Health, Sport, and Human Physiology at the University of Iowa, shares practical insights on how to enjoy holiday meals, manage social pressures, and feel good — physically and emotionally — during this season of celebration.

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