Employee News

Iowa River near Burlington Street bridge

Divers will be surveying Iowa River Oct. 22—25

Monday, October 21, 2024
A team of divers will be conducting survey work in the Iowa River on the University of Iowa campus on Oct. 22—25. This work was contracted by the city of Iowa City and is related to the city of Iowa City’s future project to replace the Burlington Street bridges.
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Know your way around the rules of bicycles, e-scooters on the UI campus

Wednesday, September 4, 2024
When riding a bicycle or electric scooter, make sure you know what regulations you need to follow and how to be a safe and courteous rider.
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New to the area? How to register to vote in Johnson County

Tuesday, August 27, 2024
If you are new to the Iowa City area and want to register to vote in Johnson County on Nov. 5, follow these easy steps.
Mom helping child with their backpack

Back and shoulder pain? It might be your backpack

No matter how organized you are, it can be easy for all of us—especially children—to stuff more than necessary into our backpacks. Constantly lugging around a heavy backpack or wearing it improperly can have health consequences, though, which is why it’s important for children to wear a light backpack that fits correctly.
Sunscreen

Tips for selecting a sunscreen

Wednesday, July 17, 2024
Choosing the right sunscreen is crucial since UV rays can damage your skin in different ways, leading to wrinkles, skin aging, and an increased risk of skin cancer.
Fireworks over Old Capitol

Local communities celebrate Independence Day with family-friendly activities

Monday, June 24, 2024
If you’re looking for family fun over the Independence Day holiday and weekend, events are planned in Iowa City, Coralville, and North Liberty to keep you busy from July 3 through July 7.
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UI students named to president’s list for spring 2024 semester

Tuesday, June 11, 2024
More than 1,250 undergraduate students at the University of Iowa were named to the president’s list for the 2024 spring semester.
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UI students named to dean’s list for spring 2024 semester

Tuesday, June 11, 2024
More than 7,650 students at the University of Iowa were named to the dean’s list for the 2024 spring semester.
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UI students receive degrees after spring 2024 semester

Monday, June 10, 2024
The University of Iowa has welcomed a new cohort of alumni at the close of the spring 2024 semester, with more than 5,300 Hawkeyes receiving their degrees.
Cicadas

Cicada broods are singing—catch the buzz while you can

Thursday, June 6, 2024
The University of Iowa’s Macbride Nature Recreation Area (MNRA) is well known for hosting researchers, scientists, and scholars, but a rare appearance from millions of special guests has turned the campus woodland into a noisy tourist attraction for outdoor enthusiasts.
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Traffic changes coming to I-80/First Avenue interchange in Coralville on May 23

Monday, May 20, 2024
As progress continues on the Interstate 80/First Avenue interchange at exit 242 in Coralville, please be aware of these traffic changes that will take place starting May 23. The changes could affect your commute to and from work if you are an employee at the University of Iowa Health Care Iowa River Landing clinic, or are a patient receiving care there.