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Staying true to the spirit of experimentation

Tuesday, March 22, 2016
According to President Harreld, the key to the University of Iowa's success is our passion for experimentation. From missions of exploration in the 19th century to inaugurating innovative new degrees in the 20th to pioneering advanced simulation techniques in the 21st, the UI is always renewing its vision.
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ICON to get an overhaul

Tuesday, March 22, 2016
Upcoming changes to the Iowa Courses Online (ICON) system will add many new digital learning opportunities and practical functions for faculty and students, including a "what-if grade analysis."
Aerial view of UI Hospitals and Clinics in 1930

Old Gold: The view from above

Monday, March 21, 2016
If you enjoy looking at aerial photos, especially of familiar territory in Iowa, University of Iowa archivist David McCartney lists some must-visit websites with historic photos of the UI campus and areas across the state.

Longevity Awards: January 2016

Friday, March 18, 2016
The University of Iowa Staff Council’s service-recognition program acknowledges all professional, scientific, and merit staff who have achieved 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, or 50 years of continuous service. Longevity Award winners receive a certificate and letter of appreciation from the Office of the President.

Longevity Awards: December 2015

Friday, March 18, 2016
University of Iowa Staff Council’s service-recognition program acknowledges all professional and scientific and merit staff who have reached 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, or 50 years of continuous service. Longevity Award winners receive a certificate and letter of appreciation from the Office of the President.

Longevity Awards: November 2015

Friday, March 18, 2016
University of Iowa Staff Council’s service-recognition program acknowledges all professional and scientific and merit staff who have reached 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, or 50 years of continuous service. Longevity Award winners receive a certificate and letter of appreciation from the Office of the President.

Longevity Awards: October 2015

Friday, March 18, 2016
University of Iowa Staff Council’s service-recognition program acknowledges all professional and scientific and merit staff who have reached 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, or 50 years of continuous service. Longevity Award winners receive a certificate and letter of appreciation from the Office of the President.

24 UI colleges and graduate programs in national top 25

Wednesday, March 16, 2016
Twenty-four graduate colleges and programs at the University of Iowa are listed among the 25 best in the nation, according to the latest rankings from "U.S. News & World Report."

CIC member universities influence research, education far and wide

Wednesday, March 16, 2016
We all know that the University of Iowa has rivals across the fields, courts, pools, and tracks of the Big Ten Conference, but lesser known is the long-standing, high-impact collaborations the UI has with these same universities.

Hawkins Drive lane reduction begins March 21

Tuesday, March 15, 2016
Hawkins Drive, from the intersection of U.S. Highway 6 to Finkbine Drive, will be reduced to one lane each direction from March 21 through Aug. 12.

Steam blows slated for March 15 at Burlington-Riverside intersection

Thursday, March 10, 2016
University of Iowa Facilities Management will conduct a series of steam blows near the northwest intersection of Burlington Street and Riverside Drive beginning at 10 a.m. Tuesday, March 15, and ending by noon.

Unplug before you unplug

Wednesday, March 9, 2016
Playing your part by reducing power use during spring break (or anytime, really) makes campus operations more affordable, and it’s environmentally beneficial.