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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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