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Ropes challenge adds new twist to teaching and learning

Thursday, September 13, 2012
Pre-service teachers learn more than teamwork and problem-solving skills when paired with College of Education REACH students with intellectual and learning disabilities. REACH students also take away skills including confidence in their ability to problem solve and socialize.

Online learning opportunities expand in Iowa

Thursday, September 13, 2012
Iowa Central Community College in Fort Dodge and the University of Iowa have formalized an agreement to allow Iowa Central students to earn a four-year degree without having to travel outside their region.

Game Saturday could impact travel to, from UI Hospitals and Clinics

Wednesday, September 12, 2012
Family and friends who plan to visit patients in University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics before, during or immediately after Saturday’s Hawkeye football game against the University of Northern Iowa should be prepared for delays. Hospital and UI Public Safety officials are offering several tips.

'U.S. News' ranks UI among best 30 public national universities

Wednesday, September 12, 2012
The UI is tied with Michigan State University and Virginia Tech for 28th place among the best public universities in the country, according to the latest rankings published by the magazine U.S. News & World Report.

Rec Services holding Pump 'n' Run Oct. 6

Wednesday, September 12, 2012
University of Iowa Recreational Services is hosting its second annual Pump 'n' Run on Saturday, Oct. 6. The event includes bench-press weight lifting and a 5K treadmill run.

CLAS Alumni Fellows offer public presentations

Tuesday, September 11, 2012
The University of Iowa College of Liberal Arts and Sciences (CLAS) welcomes its 2012 class of Alumni Fellows to campus this week. Each year, up to six CLAS alumni are honored as Alumni Fellows for their outstanding contributions to society, their professions, the college, and the University of Iowa.

UI names Daniel Reed new VP for research, economic development

Tuesday, September 11, 2012
The University of Iowa on Tuesday named Daniel Reed, an executive at Microsoft Corp. and a longtime academic, as its next vice president for research and economic development. Reed will start on Oct. 15 and succeeds Jordan Cohen.
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Mason discusses record enrollment, flood recovery

Tuesday, September 11, 2012
University of Iowa President Sally Mason discusses record UI enrollment, recruitment goals, flood recovery, and more on the Sept. 7 edition of Iowa Public Television's Iowa Press.

Geneva Lecture Series welcomes artist Makoto Fujimura on Sept. 18

Tuesday, September 11, 2012
Artist, writer, and speaker Makoto Fujimura will talk about the importance of cultivating a “cultural soil” on Sept. 18 during the fall Geneva Lecture.
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Get to Know...Dinette Myers

Monday, September 10, 2012
The Get to Know series asks University of Iowa faculty and staff a few questions about their work and their outside interests. Meet Dinette Myers, secretary for the Center for Student Involvement & Leadership.
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Perlmutter offers interview advice

Monday, September 10, 2012
David D. Perlmutter, director of the University of Iowa School of Journalism and Mass Communication, offers advice for conference interviews.
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Spirit abounds during Cy-Hawk battle

Monday, September 10, 2012
Points were at a premium at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 8, but school spirit could be seen in abundance as the University of Iowa and Iowa State University football squads clashed on the UI turf.