University of Iowa political science professor Tim Hagle comments on how Iowans feel about Mitt Romney in a story on the role Iowa has played in launching and now potentially sinking President Barack Obama.

University of Iowa President Sally Mason visited several Asian countries last month to promote exchange. Mason notes that the UI boasts impressive alumni from China and Taiwan who serve in leadership roles.

The home of the late Nancy Drew author and UI alumna, Mildred Benson, continues to draw fans to her home in Ladora, Iowa. Benson "ghost wrote" 23 of the first Nancy Drew novels that have sold more than 85 million copies in 17 languages.

University of Iowa senior Jeralyn Westercamp might just be the youngest Iowan ever chosen as Iowan of the Day at the Iowa State Fair, which recognizes residents who excel in "integrity, Iowa pride, hard work and dedication."

Perlmutter offers Ph.D.s advice on making the most of a tight job market in higher education.

Lynn Allendorf, director of the Bedell Entrepreneurship Learning Laboratory in the Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center, sees potential flaws in a report showing that Iowa ranks last in the impact of businesses owned by women.

Neurologist William Talman writes about the importance of studying chimps in Ebola virus research.

UI College of Education policy specialist Christopher Morphew stresses careful shopping when choosing among new multi-disciplinary masters programs.

Iowa alumni working at a legendary American motorcycle company offer a Hawk's perspective on what it means to be a Hog.

In The Neruda Case, the UI writing instructor and Chilean ambassador to Mexico tells a tale that's part fictionalized portrait, part mystery.