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Flood expert talks about new Missouri River flood map site

Larry Weber, co-creator of the Iowa Flood Center, appears as a guest on the KMA Land radio program "The Morning Line" to talk about a new website that allows Iowans to get real-time information online about flood conditions along the Missouri River.

Experts talk about aging effects of prison time

Criminologists at the University of Iowa were guests on Iowa Public Radio's "River to River" program to talk about their study examining how prison time accelerates biological aging among African Americans.
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UI seeks permission to proceed with planning 10-year revitalization of campus facilities

Tuesday, January 4, 2022
To continue delivering on its missions of teaching, research, and patient care, the University of Iowa is asking the Board of Regents, State of Iowa, for permission to proceed with planning a 10-year revitalization of campus facilities.
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State Hygienic Lab seeks $9 million to expand, improve lab space

Tuesday, January 4, 2022
Since the start of the pandemic, Iowa’s State Hygienic Laboratory (SHL) has managed to successfully adapt its space to accommodate new testing equipment and additional staff to meet the exponential growth in demand for COVID-19 testing.

Clark Stanford named dean of the UI College of Dentistry

Tuesday, January 4, 2022
Clark Stanford, distinguished professor and dean of the College of Dentistry at the University of Illinois Chicago, has been named dean of the University of Iowa College of Dentistry and Dental Clinics.
A Tippie College of Business graduate captures memories that will last a lifetime. Photo by Justin Torner.

Recapping fall 2021 commencement

Tuesday, December 28, 2021
Nearly 1,800 University of Iowa students received their degrees at fall 2021 commencement ceremonies Dec. 16—19.

UI appoints Mark Bullock assistant vice president, director of public safety

Wednesday, December 22, 2021
The University of Iowa has appointed Mark Bullock as the next assistant vice president and director of public safety after a national search.

UI students awarded at 2021 Fall Startup Games hosted by JPEC

Tuesday, December 21, 2021
The John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center (JPEC) hosted the 2021 Startup Games Oct. 22-24. Participants from all over campus were invited for a weekend of pitching, developing, and presenting business ideas.

Teen Vogue’s 21 Under 21 2021: The Young People Shaping Tomorrow

Friday, December 17, 2021
Pareen Mhatre, an undergraduate student in the College of Engineering, is featured on Teen Vogue's "21 Under 21" list for her advocacy work in support of immigrants.

Scientists create online game to teach children about influenza and vaccines

Researchers at the University of Iowa have teamed up with the organization Families Fighting Flu to create an online game for children to learn about influenza and why vaccines are important.

Criminologists find incarcerated African Americans age faster

Friday, December 17, 2021
University of Iowa criminologists in a new study find African Americans who spent time in prison experience accelerated aging. The study finds respondents who were incarcerated were, on average, nearly a year older biologically than their calendar age.
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Severe weather expected [Dec. 15]

Wednesday, December 15, 2021
The University of Iowa is closely monitoring the severe weather expected to impact our area this afternoon and overnight into Thursday morning. At this time, the forecasted risk for extreme conditions varies across the state and are lesser in the Iowa City-Cedar Rapids area.