Three University of Iowa College of Education leaders have received Better Futures for Iowans grants to support projects in dentistry, disability, and world language education. Through the outreach work of Saba Ali, Nicholas Colangelo, and James Stachowiak, Iowans benefit across the state.

Graduate students in the University of Iowa School of Urban and Regional Planning have received national recognition from the American Institute of Certified Planners for their groundbreaking sustainability project in the City of Dubuque.

Since University of Iowa President Sally Mason announced "Golden Pledge: A Presidential Partnership for Student Success" in late October 2012, more than $2 million has been received through numerous gift commitments. The program aims to dramatically enhance the scholarship support the UI is able to provide for students.

Keeping education affordable, ensuring students succeed, fostering entrepreneurship, and strengthening connections with Iowa communities will top the agenda when University of Iowa leaders meet with Iowa General Assembly subcommittees this week.

University of Iowa finance major Adam Schweickert is getting a major leg up from the financial giant Sallie Mae—not only a free ride to cover his bachelor's degree, but his master's degree as well.

University of Iowa College of Nursing Professor Joann "Jo" Eland and 18 students provided a helping hand in India over the winter break as part of a class that provides hospice and palliative care overseas.

Sarah Gardial took over as the dean of the University of Iowa Henry B. Tippie College of Business in July. Since then, she's been meeting with businesses and working with faculty to set a strategic plan for the college.

On Wednesday, Feb. 6, a document was mistakenly distributed to approximately 2,000 University of Iowa students associated with the UI Center for Diversity and Enrichment (CDE) in the Chief Diversity Office that contained their names, number of enrolled credit hours, and grade point averages (GPA).

Don't be surprised to find Debra Schwinn, the new dean of the UI Carver College of Medicine, in the violin section of the UI Health Care Faculty-Staff Orchestra. Throughout her medical training and academic career, she's found time to pursue her interest in music.

The Tippie College of Business has modified its undergraduate management information systems major to create the business analytics and information systems major, which will be offered starting this fall.

The Department of Gender, Women's & Sexuality Studies in the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences emphasizes scholarly research and social engagement.

A unique study abroad program in Peru allowed University of Iowa sophomore Macz Norton to blend study, service, and immersion for an unforgettable experience last summer.