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The University of Iowa must remain a world-class institution

Thursday, June 23, 2016
Though the university faces fiscal challenges, President Harreld says the UI must "keep our promise to deliver that same excellent education to subsequent generations of University of Iowa students."
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UI unveils new ATV virtual reality simulator

Wednesday, June 22, 2016
A new virtual reality simulator described as "a giant video game controller" will help University of Iowa researchers study how and why people lose control while driving all-terrain vehicles.
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UI alumna releasing solo violin album

University of Iowa alumna and Grammy-nominated artist Lisa Dondlinger’s musical talent has led her to performances with such superstars as Celine Dion, Lady Gaga, Snoop Dogg, and Stevie Wonder. Now, the former Miss Iowa plans to release her own album this year.

Walking scavenger hunt

Join liveWELL for a walking scavenger hunt—a self-paced, summer-long (May 1–August 31) walking program that will take you to landmarks all around the University of Iowa campus. Explore the UI, stay active, and earn points toward prizes!
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New Play Initiative promotes work of female playwrights, actors, directors

Wednesday, June 22, 2016
A unique collaboration among Big Ten theater departments is commissioning plays starring, written by, and directed by women as part of its New Play Initiative.

UI researchers find method that could cut staph diagnosis from 2 days to 3 hours

Wednesday, June 22, 2016
The more immediate test results could be especially beneficial for patients suspected of having MRSA, a type of staph bacterium that has been linked to life-threatening infections in the bloodstream, lungs, and heart.
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UI Children's Hospital nationally ranked by 'U.S. News & World Report'

Tuesday, June 21, 2016
"U.S. News & World Report" has ranked University of Iowa Children’s Hospital in eight specialties in the 2016–17 Best Children's Hospital rankings. UI Children's Hospital is the only hospital in Iowa nationally ranked for pediatric care.

Azeez Butali and team receive 3-year Carver grant

Monday, June 20, 2016
The team has received a three-year, $597,645 Roy J. Carver Charitable Trust grant to develop a biorepository for oral health and disease research.

UI intends to appoint Scott Beckner new assistant vice president and director of public safety

Thursday, June 16, 2016
The University of Iowa intends to appoint Scott R. Beckner to the position of assistant vice president and director of public safety, pending approval from the Board of Regents, State of Iowa.

Putting the UI's values into practice

Thursday, June 16, 2016
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.

Mandela Fellows to start UI visit Friday, June 17

Thursday, June 16, 2016
The University of Iowa will host 25 young business and government leaders from several African countries this summer as part of the U.S. State Department’s Mandela Washington Fellowship for African Leaders, who will arrive on campus Friday, June 17, for a six-week visit.

UI scientists using sunlight, water to make clean energy

Wednesday, June 15, 2016
University of Iowa researchers are working with a California-based startup company to develop a globally feasible, sustainable energy source.