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high-throughput screening facility equipment

UI showcases first-in-state scientific instrument

Thursday, September 20, 2012
The University of Iowa on Friday will showcase the founding of a high-throughput screening facility, capable of performing rapid-fire experiments involving large amounts of data and the first of its kind for academic use in the state. The instrument, funded by the federal National Institutes of Health, is expected to spawn research collaboration campus wide.
Latino Gother

The Latino Midwest

Wednesday, September 19, 2012
The Latino Midwest, the 2012-13 University of Iowa Obermann-International Programs Humanities symposium, will examine the history, education, literature, art, and civil rights struggles of Latinos in the Midwest in light of the demographic changes experienced by states in this region with growing Latino populations.

UI School of Social Work hosts 14th annual Iowa Latino Conference

Wednesday, September 19, 2012
The University of Iowa School of Social Work will host the Iowa Latino Conference Oct. 12-13 in Iowa City. The conference aims to explore the changing demographics and dynamics of Latino communities in Iowa, and to strengthen the responsiveness of policy makers, business leaders, and community organizations.
Stacie Townsend wearing her softball hat

Pitching for the queen

Wednesday, September 19, 2012
Stacie Townsend might be the only University of Iowa law student who knows all the lyrics to "God Save the Queen."

Publications and presentations: College of Public Health

Tuesday, September 18, 2012
The latest publications and presentations from the College of Public Health.

UI to test Hawk Alert system Thursday

Tuesday, September 18, 2012
The University of Iowa Department of Public Safety will test the Hawk Alert emergency notification system at 10 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 20. The test is required by law.
the words "University of Iowa Libraries Preservation" are embroidered above the pocket of a blue lab coat

UI Libraries' new conservation lab merits a closer look

Tuesday, September 18, 2012
The University of Iowa Libraries Preservation and Conservation Department's new lab combines existing tools and equipment with updated furnishings to create a bright and efficient workspace designed specifically for the conservation treatment of library materials.

UI makes Military Friendly Schools list for fourth year

Monday, September 17, 2012
For the fourth year in a row, the University of Iowa made Victor Media's list of Military Friendly Schools, which honors the top 15 percent of colleges that are doing the most to embrace America's military service members and veterans and ensure their success on campus.
Greg Touzani, president of the UI Veterans Association

A voice for veterans

Monday, September 17, 2012
As president of the University of Iowa Veterans Association for 2012-13, Greg Touzani wants to build a strong sense of community for all veterans on campus.

UI/ISU game yields more than 2 tons of recycling

Monday, September 17, 2012
A mass of volunteers descended upon Kinnick Stadium after the UI/ISU football game, collecting more than 2 tons of recycling.
giselle simon

Get to Know...Giselle Simon

Monday, September 17, 2012
As conservator for the University Libraries, it is my job to oversee all the physical repair and stabilization of library collections so that they may be used by the university community and other institutions. Photo by Tom Jorgensen.

Walk a Mile in her Shoes Sept. 30

Monday, September 17, 2012
Men are marching in cherry red stiletto-heeled shoes to put an end to sexual violence. The second annual UI Walk a Mile in her Shoes will be Sunday, Sept. 30, raising both awareness about sexual assault prevention and funds for the Rape Victim Advocacy Program.