Last week, the University of Iowa began preparations to announce the latest in its ongoing efforts to make this diverse campus and surrounding community more welcoming, safe, and inclusive. The recent events in Orlando now reaffirm the critical importance of those efforts.

Starting June 15, road construction will cause a full closure on West Park Road between Holt Avenue and North Riverside Drive until the end of the day on Jun. 19, weather permitting.

Death notices for current and retired UI employees. Links to online obituaries provided when available.

University of Iowa sophomore Erica Cole’s passion for chemistry, theater, jewelry design, and Herky Security helps her skillfully combine the arts and sciences. Her chemistry faculty mentor says Cole "epitomizes the kind of liberal arts student we want at Iowa."

The University of Iowa is converting a former downtown pizzeria into a hub for Iowans to design biomedical and electronic innovations with the help of a $1.5 million state economic development grant.

The University of Iowa will host a celebration June 15 on the Penacrest to mark a flood recovery milestone and our commitment to serve our students and the people of Iowa during the last eight years, despite many flood-related challenges.

Certain sidewalk sections will close June 3 for campus construction projects. Facilities Management has provided a map of the closures and has suggested alternate routes for pedestrians.

After receiving only $1.3 million of the requested $4.5 million from the state, the University of Iowa is requesting a $300 tuition increase for resident undergraduates and a $400 increase for non-resident undergraduates.

The University of Iowa has approved a new employment policy expected to improve the status and strengthen the role of the nearly 280 lecturers who teach at the UI.

Death notices for current and retired UI employees. Links to online obituaries provided when available.

Starting May 31, significant road construction is coming to North Dubuque Street and West Park Road. Expect 15- to 30-minute delays during peak hours, as well as occasional closures.

UI Just Living Student Ambassadors named winners of the 2016 Engaged Campus Award.