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President Wilson thanks campus for an outstanding fall semester

Thursday, December 18, 2025
University of Iowa
As the fall semester closes, President Barbara Wilson offers her thanks to faculty, staff, and students who make Iowa a great place to learn and work. "I am grateful for all you have done this semester, and I am excited for what we will accomplish together in the new year."

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College of Engineering Undergraduate Commencement Ceremony

Sunday, December 21, 2025 12:00pm
Hancher Auditorium

Doors open one hour prior to the start of the ceremony.

Dean Ann McKenna will deliver messages to students, and UI President Barbara Wilson will confer degrees.

Luke Ryon, from Mount Pleasant, Iowa, will be the student speaker. Ryon will be graduating with a degree in biomedical engineering.

A livestream of the ceremony is available.

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University College Commencement Ceremony

Sunday, December 21, 2025 1:00pm
Carver-Hawkeye Arena

University College Bachelor of Applied Studies (BAS) and Bachelor of Liberal Studies (BLS) graduates will be recognized at the In-Person Commencement Ceremony along with graduates from the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences.

Doors open one hour prior to the start of the ceremony. No tickets required.

Dean Sara Sanders and Kevin Kregel, executive vice president and provost, will confer degrees at the ceremony, which includes graduates in CLAS and University College.

Isa Holtze, from Olympia...

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College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Commencement Ceremony

Sunday, December 21, 2025 1:00pm
Carver-Hawkeye Arena

All College of Liberal Arts and Sciences and University College graduates will be recognized at the ceremony.

Tickets are not required. Doors will open one hour prior to the start of the ceremony.

Dean Sara Sanders and Kevin Kregel, executive vice president and provost, will confer degrees at the ceremony, which includes graduates in CLAS and University College.

Isa Holtze, from Olympia, Washington, will be the student speaker. Holtze will be graduating with high distinction with a degree in cinema...

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Office of Strategic Communication
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