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Pappajohn Business Building

Tippie College of Business speeds up applications

Monday, November 11, 2013
The UI Tippie College of Business now offers a “one and done" application for which prospective students submit their paperwork ahead of time, then spend a day getting to know the campus; the admissions committee then meets, and the next day the student has an admission or rejection.
A close up of U.S. flags on the UI Pentacrest

Giant 'I' marks start of UI Veterans Day celebration

Monday, November 11, 2013
On the west lawn of the University of Iowa Pentacrest, a giant letter "I" signifies not only the sacrifices, but also a celebration of veterans, which helps return the Veterans Day holiday to its celebratory roots, says UI Military and Veteran Education Specialist Allen Roberts.
Robert Cargill

UI professor produces, appears in History Channel series

Monday, November 11, 2013
Robert Cargill, UI assistant professor of classics and religious studies, has appeared as a biblical authority in nearly 15 documentaries and TV programs, including a six-part documentary called “Bible Secrets Revealed” that will begin airing Wednesday on the History Channel. (Note: A paid subscription may be required.)

Burlington Street dam, Iowa River to see lots of activity

Friday, November 8, 2013
People passing by the Iowa River’s Burlington Street dam will likely see lots of unusual activity this week, starting Monday, Nov. 11, as a barge and divers make appearances for two separate projects.

School of Music to present jazz sets at The Mill

Friday, November 8, 2013
The University of Iowa School of Music will present a performance by a graduate jazz combo and the Jazz Repertory Ensemble starting at 6 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 14, in The Mill in downtown Iowa City. Admission is $5 ($3 for UI students).
x-ray of leg

A bio patch regrows bone inside the body

Friday, November 8, 2013
Researchers from the University of Iowa have developed a remarkable new procedure for regenerating missing or damaged bone. It's called a "bio patch," and it works by sending bone-producing instructions directly into cells using microscopic particles embedded with DNA.

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

Friday, November 8, 2013
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.
Aidan Hanson

Estherville boy, 7, is honorary Kid Captain when Hawkeyes take on Purdue

Friday, November 8, 2013
Almost immediately after starting surgery, the doctors found a large mass behind Aidan Hanson's eardrum. They ended the surgery and referred the Hansons to University of Iowa Children’s Hospital. Hanson will be the honorary Kid Captain when the Hawkeyes take on Purdue Saturday, Nov. 9.
x-ray of hands

'Bio patch' restores bone tissue at damaged, weakened sites

Friday, November 8, 2013
Bone regeneration may no longer be limited to science fiction, according to a new study. Researchers at the University of Iowa have created a so-called bio patch that allows localized regeneration of bone tissue within the body.

History Channel to feature UI scholar

Friday, November 8, 2013
The History Channel will feature University of Iowa assistant professor Robert Cargill in its six-episode series "Bible Secrets Revealed." The series will premiere Wednesday, Nov. 13, at 9 p.m. CST and runs through Dec. 23.

Gable inspired Kelly's success on and off the mat

Friday, November 8, 2013
Growing up poor, Mitch Kelly hitchhiked to college with dreams of wrestling for Dan Gable. The dream became reality, with four national team titles along the way. Gable and Kelly reminisce about how Kelly seized his opportunities as a Hawkeye, and how Gable's mentoring influenced Kelly's decorated teaching career in the UI College of Education.

Longevity Awards: July 2013

Thursday, November 7, 2013
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.