Featured headlines
National coalition helping rural students earn college degrees doubles in size
Wednesday, July 24, 2024
Iowa is a founding member in the STARS College Network, whose schools engaged with more than 700,000 students from rural areas and small towns in its inaugural year.
UI spearheads $6M multistate NSF grant to help Midwest agricultural communities better manage extreme weather
Monday, July 22, 2024
The University of Iowa has been awarded a $6 million, four-year National Science Foundation (NSF) grant to lead a multistate collaboration with universities, local governments, health care providers, and other experts on a project that will help Midwest agricultural communities grappling with effects of severe weather, such as floods, droughts, and heat waves.
Research funding to UI increases, topping $680M
Tuesday, July 16, 2024
External funding to support research, scholarship, and creative activities at the University of Iowa totaled $683.8 million in fiscal year 2024, which ended on June 30, 2024. This is a 22% increase over the previous year’s $561 million.
UI receives $16M grant for Cambus system improvements
Thursday, July 11, 2024
A Federal Transit Administration grant will replace aging Cambus buses with battery-electric buses and expand and modernize the Cambus Maintenance Facility.
Co-chairs, committee members named in College of Law dean search
Thursday, July 11, 2024
Executive Vice Pesident and Provost Kevin Kregel has named Amanda Haertling Thein, associate provost for graduate and professional education and dean of the Graduate College, and Todd Pettys, the H. Blair and Joan V. White Chair in Civil Litigation, as co-chairs of the committee.
UI approves P3 funding to support new projects in FY 2025
Thursday, June 27, 2024
The University of Iowa has awarded P3 funding for fiscal year 2025 to several projects that will enhance student success, support research, and improve campus infrastructure. Up to $15 million from the UI Strategic Initiatives Fund will be distributed to aid the implementation of two projects and provide ongoing support for educational infrastructure and other initiatives that promote the strategic plan.
Construction begins on new road connecting Newton Road to UI Health Care university campus
Thursday, June 20, 2024
Construction of a new road connecting Newton Road to the University of Iowa Health Care university campus is underway. The south end of the road will extend between Hospital Parking Ramp 1 and the General Hospital pavilion, ending at the site of the current fountain entrance.
UI will review lease, future of Macbride Nature Recreation Area
Thursday, June 20, 2024
Over the next year, a University of Iowa review committee will be charged to engage the community regarding the use of Macbride Nature Recreation Area (MNRA). The UI currently leases MNRA from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the lease expires in 2029.
Campus, community celebrate Pride 2024
Monday, June 17, 2024
The Iowa City Pride celebration took place Saturday, June 15, in downtown Iowa City. Thousands of people, including many members of the University of Iowa community, took part. Events included a parade, music, food, art, and vendor booths.
Record-setting play by Iowa alumnus wins 5 Tony Awards
Monday, June 17, 2024
A play written by University of Iowa alumnus David Adjmi has won five Tony Awards, including Best Play, after becoming the most Tony-nominated play in history, with 13 nods in 10 categories.
Research funding to UI increases, topping $680M
Tuesday, July 16, 2024
UI receives $16M grant for Cambus system improvements
Thursday, July 11, 2024
Co-chairs, committee members named in College of Law dean search
Thursday, July 11, 2024
UI approves P3 funding to support new projects in FY 2025
Thursday, June 27, 2024
Construction begins on new road connecting Newton Road to UI Health Care university campus
Thursday, June 20, 2024
UI will review lease, future of Macbride Nature Recreation Area
Thursday, June 20, 2024
Campus, community celebrate Pride 2024
Monday, June 17, 2024
Record-setting play by Iowa alumnus wins 5 Tony Awards
Monday, June 17, 2024
Regents approve a 2024-25 tuition increase for UI students
Thursday, June 13, 2024
Events
News you can use
Local communities celebrate Independence Day with family-friendly activities
If you’re looking for family fun over the Independence Day holiday and weekend, events are planned in Iowa City, Coralville, and North Liberty to keep you busy from July 3 through July 7.
UI students named to president’s list for spring 2024 semester
More than 1,250 undergraduate students at the University of Iowa were named to the president’s list for the 2024 spring semester.
UI students named to dean’s list for spring 2024 semester
More than 7,650 students at the University of Iowa were named to the dean’s list for the 2024 spring semester.
UI students receive degrees after spring 2024 semester
The University of Iowa has welcomed a new cohort of alumni at the close of the spring 2024 semester, with more than 5,300 Hawkeyes receiving their degrees.
Cicada broods are singing—catch the buzz while you can
The University of Iowa’s Macbride Nature Recreation Area (MNRA) is well known for hosting researchers, scientists, and scholars, but a rare appearance from millions of special guests has turned the campus woodland into a noisy tourist attraction for outdoor enthusiasts.
Traffic changes coming to I-80/First Avenue interchange in Coralville on May 23
As progress continues on the Interstate 80/First Avenue interchange at exit 242 in Coralville, please be aware of these traffic changes that will take place starting May 23. The changes could affect your commute to and from work if you are an employee at the University of Iowa Health Care Iowa River Landing clinic, or are a patient receiving care there.
Herky parades across campus
Graduation Herky—which was part of the 2014 iteration of the community’s Herky on Parade public art project—has become one of the most iconic figures on the University of Iowa campus. This year, 23 new Herky statues have been placed across campus as part of the 2024 rendition of Herky on Parade.
Eye safety: Viewing the April 8 solar eclipse
A solar eclipse is set to grace the skies of the United States on Monday, April 8. Watching a solar eclipse can be an extraordinary experience, but looking directly at the sun can seriously damage your eyes. Dr. Ian Han, ophthalmologist and retina specialist at the University of Iowa, shares these safety tips.
Westbound I-80 on-ramp at 242 to close for reconstruction
The on-ramp to westbound Interstate 80 will be closed from Tuesday, April 2, until mid-June.
Need activities for your kids this summer? Check out this list of local summer camps
We know finding enough activities to keep your kids busy during the summer can be challenging. We hope this list of local summer camps and other resources can help.
Tips for selecting a sunscreen
Choosing the right sunscreen is crucial since UV rays can damage your skin in different ways, leading to wrinkles, skin aging, and an increased risk of skin cancer.
UI Spotlight
Carver College of Medicine celebrates excellence in research, scholarship, teaching, and service
Wednesday, April 10, 2024
Stanford elected supreme chapter president of Omicron Kappa Upsilon
Friday, March 22, 2024
Three CLAS faculty members receive humanities scholar awards
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
Hoadley, DeRoo receive NASA’s Nancy Grace Roman Technology Fellowships
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
Student Research Profile: Improving Dry Mouth and Oral Health in Older Populations with Dentures
Friday, February 16, 2024
UI advances cochlear implant science into 5th decade with $13.8 million grant renewal
Friday, February 9, 2024
Scherer demonstrates value of University of Iowa Distinguished Chair award
Friday, February 9, 2024
CLAS mathematics faculty member named 2024 AMS Fellow
Friday, February 9, 2024
3 CLAS faculty members receive humanities scholar awards
Friday, February 9, 2024
Writers' Workshop graduate wins the 2023 National Book Award for Fiction
Tuesday, November 28, 2023
Achievements
UI researcher receives NASA grant to develop imaging technology to better see our galaxy
Thursday, July 18, 2024
3 College of Pharmacy faculty honored by Iowa Pharmacy Association
Wednesday, July 3, 2024
UI wins 8 CASE Circle of Excellence Awards
Thursday, June 27, 2024
Professor looks to develop imaging technology to study age-related changes in the brain
Tuesday, June 25, 2024
UI researcher studies how pro-family workplace benefits can affect women’s mental health
Wednesday, June 12, 2024
Iowa researcher studies incentives for dental visits
Tuesday, May 28, 2024
UI professor’s books examine journalism in digital age
Wednesday, May 22, 2024
UI assistant professor receives grant for fiber optics communication study
Tuesday, May 21, 2024
Kennelty, Casteel land $17.9M award for hypertension management study
Tuesday, April 23, 2024
In the News
The Assignment: How Popular Is Election Betting?
Tuesday, July 2, 2024
For many Olympic medalists, silver stings more than bronze
Wednesday, June 26, 2024
University of Iowa launches effort to expand cancer care for rural patients
Monday, June 24, 2024
Avocados are a ‘green gold’ export for Mexico, but growing them is harming forests and waters
Wednesday, June 5, 2024
NIVA Conference 2024 kicks off with state of the indies address
Wednesday, June 5, 2024
How Exercise Strengthens Your Brain
Wednesday, April 10, 2024
Clarkonomics 101: The numbers behind Caitlin Clark's impact on women's basketball
Monday, March 25, 2024
'Martyr!' plays its subject for laughs but is also deadly serious
Friday, March 22, 2024
Caitlin Clark and Iowa find peace in the process
Thursday, March 21, 2024
Daily Iowan buys two local papers saving them from closure
Monday, March 18, 2024
Share Your News
Do you have news to share from your college, department, or unit? Click the button and let us know.