The New York Times bestselling author discusses the critical acclaim of his novel, Martyr!, and his passion for teaching at the University of Iowa

The 42nd annual Presidential Lecture, titled “Understanding Our Multiple Voices in 21st Century Communication,” will explore how an individual’s voice can be used as a powerful communication tool.

The U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs has again recognized the University of Iowa as a Fulbright Top Producing Institution among doctoral institutions for the U.S. Student Program. This marks the ninth year that Iowa has received this prestigious honor, awarded to U.S. colleges and universities with the highest number of applicants selected for the 2024-25 Fulbright U.S. Student Program.

The 2025 Cancer in Iowa report highlights the array of needs for cancer survivors. The report notes that while there are nearly 172,000 cancer survivors currently living in Iowa, survivor needs vary by cancer type and by each individual survivor.

Four University of Iowa faculty members are recipients of the 2025 President and Provost Award for Teaching Excellence, recognizing their exceptional and ongoing contributions to student learning and success.

The co-chairs of a committee tasked with selecting the next University of Iowa associate provost for graduate and professional education and dean of the Graduate College are seeking internal applications for the position.

First-to-second-year undergraduate student retention increased to more than 90% in fall 2024.

The University of Iowa is seeking permission from the Iowa Board of Regents at its February meeting to proceed with four facilities projects—three of which have received preliminary approval and one new proposal.

Faculty resignations decreased 11% in the past year due to numerous leadership, education, and support programs.

As you know, recent developments at the federal government level have the potential to impact various aspects of our university’s academic, operational, and financial landscape. We want to assure you that we are actively monitoring these changes and taking proactive steps to advocate on behalf of our university.

The University of Iowa’s Accessibility Task Force has launched a new website to serve as the hub for all accessibility-related resources and information. The new site, accessibility.uiowa.edu, also will provide updates about new accessibility initiatives and allow campus members to ask questions that will be answered in an FAQ that will be updated consistently.

A committee formed to review the University of Iowa’s use of the Macbride Nature Recreation Area (MNRA) is on track to complete its review and submit its report to President Barbara Wilson by May 1.