Faculty

School of Music presents Cello Daze

Friday, October 18, 2013
Iowa Cello Daze, an annual celebration for performers and fans of the violoncello, will be hosted by the University of Iowa School of Music Saturday-Sunday, Oct. 26-27. All the Daze events are free and open to the public.

World Beat, Latin Jazz ensembles to perform Oct. 24

Friday, October 18, 2013
The University of Iowa School of Music will present “Jazz That Moves,” a performance featuring the UI World Beat Ensemble and the UI Latin Jazz Ensemble, from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 24, in The Mill in downtown Iowa City.
UI environmental engineer David Cwiertny participates in a live chat about saving the Earth's water supply

UI environmental engineer discusses saving Earth's water supply

Friday, October 18, 2013
University of Iowa environmental engineer David Cwiertny discusses saving the Earth's water supply as part of a live video chat with Science magazine.
Dancers performing during Dance Gala dress rehearsal

Dance Gala 2013 takes the stage

Friday, October 18, 2013
For more than 30 years, the University of Iowa's Dance Gala has wowed audiences by showcasing some of the best choreography and dance from one of the most highly acclaimed dance programs in the country. Don't miss the program, which runs through Oct. 26.
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UI College of Education's Lindquist Center celebrates 40th anniversary

This year, the UI College of Education celebrates the 40th anniversary of the college's home, the Linquist Center. Named in honor of E.F. Lindquist, the building is a legacy to the genius of the man who personifies the college's tagline, Leaders. Scholars. Innovators.

Iowans unsure how to use health exchanges

Thursday, October 17, 2013
A survey shows Iowa consumers don't understand how to enroll in the health-insurance exchanges triggered by the federal Affordable Care Act. The survey was conducted by the University of Iowa's Public Policy Center.
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UI researcher beneficiary of 'Lemonade Stand' funding

Thursday, October 17, 2013
UI pediatric cancer specialist Sue O'Dorisio is among five researchers across the country chosen to receive a $100,000 springboard grant to jumpstart a promising investigation.

UI Dance Gala brings 33 years of movement

Thursday, October 17, 2013
The theme for this year's Dance Gala brings in modern versions of the past, employing a contemporary view expressing the range of the human body and showcasing the works of UI faculty and internationally acclaimed choreographers.

Unique campus office hopes to increase awareness of available services

Wednesday, October 16, 2013
The Office of the Ombudsperson is available to all members of the UI community—and, as a recent presentation to UI Student Government demonstrates, it actively seeks more student awareness of its services.
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UI preparing for long-term government shutdown

Wednesday, October 16, 2013
UI officials have created an emergency short-term loan plan for students expecting government stipend checks on Nov. 1, in case the impasse in Washington, D.C., persists.
UI Medical Education and Research Facility (MERF)

Iowa medical school among nation's best in managing conflicts of interest

Tuesday, October 15, 2013
The University of Iowa’s Carver College of Medicine has one of the country’s strictest conflict of interest policies limiting industry-related gifts, meals, drug samples, and payments for things like travel, according to a new industry report.

Assignment design institute encourages digital innovation

Tuesday, October 15, 2013
At the upcoming Assignment Design Institute Saturday, Oct. 19, participants can learn how to create and implement classroom assignments that foster innovation and invite students to engage with broader communities through the use of audio, video, still images, and other technologies.