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Stock prognosticators?

Wednesday, June 11, 2014
A first of its kind study by researchers at the University of Iowa suggests Yahoo’s finance message boards have a small degree of ability to predict stock price movements.

Coming together for healing and hope

Wednesday, June 11, 2014
The Rape Victim Advocacy Program at the University of Iowa is offering a Women’s Sexual Violence Support Group beginning Wednesday, June 18 and continuing until Wednesday, Aug. 6, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the RVAP offices, located at 332 S. Linn St., Suite 100 in Iowa City.
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Media tip sheet: Experts for summer fun, safety, and keeping young minds challenged

Monday, June 9, 2014
To help adults and children stay safe while having fun this summer, the University of Iowa is offering a list of experts who can talk about everything from bike safety to preventing sunburn.

From classroom to career

Monday, June 9, 2014
More faculty-led classes than ever before are encouraging University of Iowa undergraduates to perform internships, network in their chosen field, sharpen resumes, and hone interview techniques.

UI chemistry spinout adds value to agriculture oils

Monday, June 9, 2014
A company developed at the University of Iowa has created a method of purifying agricultural oils for use in soaps, cosmetics, oils, and other consumer products.

Summer Rep 2014 touring Iowa

Thursday, June 5, 2014
Iowa Summer Rep will continue its rich history of summer play production with a touring production of Dorothy Marcic’s "Respect: A Musical Journey of Women." The production will be on tour June 14-27 throughout the state of Iowa while the University of Iowa Theatre Building is closed for major renovations.
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UI research: childhood physical activity leads to stronger bones for teens

Thursday, June 5, 2014
Lots of physical activity during childhood leads to strong bones, even for those who don't exercise much as teens: "When you accumulate physical activity as a child, you end up with what looks like better bone as an adolescent," says UI researcher Kathleen Janz.
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Iowa Summer Music Camps feature six free performances

Wednesday, June 4, 2014
Top high-school musicians from throughout the Midwest and other parts of the United States are converging on the University of Iowa for the 2014 Iowa Summer Music Camps. The camps, which run June 15-27, will include six free concerts open to the public.

Media advisory: Massive magnet arrives at University of Iowa

Wednesday, June 4, 2014
A magnetic resonance imaging instrument weighing 42 tons—equal to six adult male elephants—arrives on Thursday, June 5, at the University of Iowa. The 7 Tesla magnet will advance UI research by yielding clearer, higher-resolution images of the human brain. The UI is one of only about 20 research institutes in the United States—and only about 40 worldwide—with the instrument. It also is the most...

Gurnett shares firsthand account of Voyager's interstellar journey

Monday, June 2, 2014
Thirty-six years after launch, NASA’s Voyager 1 spacecraft reached interstellar space in 2013. Renowned space scientist Don Gurnett will offer firsthand perspective on Voyager’s incredible journey during a June 16 Hawkeye Lunch and Learn lecture.

Achievements: UI faculty, staff, students, and alumni making news

Monday, June 2, 2014
University staff, faculty, students, and alumni are accomplishing great things every day. See who's making news with awards, publications, promotion and tenure, and more.

Rediscovering Molière

Monday, June 2, 2014
Last season, the University of Iowa Department of Theatre Arts produced a new adaptation of Molière’s "The Imaginary Invalid" that included new music and choreography from members of the artistic team. Go behind the scenes to see how this Mainstage production came to life.