Faculty

Tippie’s Brown named APA fellow

Tuesday, October 31, 2017
Kenneth G. Brown, associate dean of the undergraduate program and the Ralph L. Sheets Professor of Management in the Tippie College of Business, recently was named a fellow in the American Psychological Association.
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UI math class teaches important lessons behind ‘Hidden Figures’ story

Tuesday, October 31, 2017
After reading the book “Hidden Figures,” UI mathematics professor Cynthia Farthing created a course to teach students about women’s contributions to science and technology, and to encourage them to advocate for gender equality in the workplace.
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New UI class challenges students to meld technology, performance

Wednesday, October 25, 2017
Installations and Interactive Performance, a course cross-listed in the University of Iowa’s theater and dance departments, attracts students from different disciplines, teaches new ways of telling stories and engaging audiences, and does it all with help from some new technology.

Public health professor says farmers reluctant to seek mental health assistance

Corinne Peek-Asa, professor of occupational and environmental health in the University of Iowa College of Public Health, says rural culture encourages too many farmers to "suck it up" when they're facing psychological or emotional stress instead of seeking mental health care.

Mueller comments on rural hospital crisis in Missouri

Keith Mueller, interim dean of the University of Iowa College of Public Health, says many rural hospitals are attempting to deal with chronic doctor and nurse shortages by turning to telemedicine.

Progressive dinner helps UI students develop plan to revitalize Mason City neighborhood

Students in the University of Iowa's Initiative for Sustainable Communities will hold community meetings with residents of Mason City's North End during a dinner progressing through three neighborhood restaurants. The students are working with Mason City leaders to develop a comprehensive plan to help revitalize the North End.

Tippie team places in top five in national ethics case competition

Wednesday, October 25, 2017
Tippie undergraduate students Matt Hubbell and Molly Monroe took fifth place in this year’s Eller Ethics Case Competition, an annual event that challenges students to analyze a timely ethical case with real-world business relevance.

UI spin-out business named finalist in Farm Bureau entrepreneurship competition

Wednesday, October 25, 2017
SwineTech founders and University of Iowa alums Matthew Rooda and Abraham Espinoza developed a system that prevents sows from rolling over on their piglets.

Longevity Awards, September 2017

Wednesday, October 25, 2017
University of Iowa Staff Council’s service-recognition program acknowledges all professional and scientific and merit staff who have reached 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, or 50 years of continuous service. Longevity Award winners receive a certificate and letter of appreciation from the Office of the President.

Longevity Awards, August 2017

Wednesday, October 25, 2017
University of Iowa Staff Council’s service-recognition program acknowledges all professional and scientific and merit staff who have reached 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, or 50 years of continuous service. Longevity Award winners receive a certificate and letter of appreciation from the Office of the President.

Longevity Awards, July 2017

Wednesday, October 25, 2017
University of Iowa Staff Council’s service-recognition program acknowledges all professional and scientific and merit staff who have reached 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, or 50 years of continuous service. Longevity Award winners receive a certificate and letter of appreciation from the Office of the President.

Longevity Awards, June 2017

Wednesday, October 25, 2017
University of Iowa Staff Council’s service-recognition program acknowledges all professional and scientific and merit staff who have reached 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, or 50 years of continuous service. Longevity Award winners receive a certificate and letter of appreciation from the Office of the President.