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UI study finds concession stands shouldn't be afraid of healthy foods

Monday, March 17, 2014
A study by the University of Iowa showed that a concession stand at high school athletic events in Muscatine saw no drop in sales when it added healthy foods.

'Mural' restored, ready for its close-up

Monday, March 17, 2014
Jackson Pollock'sMural, the centerpiece of the University of Iowa's art collection, has been fully restored and is now on display at The Getty Museum in Los Angeles.
UI alumna Natalie Niemeyer talks on morning television program

UI alumna Natalie Niemeyer receives Rising Star Award

Monday, March 17, 2014
UI alumna Natalie Niemeyer, who received her Bachelor of Arts in English and her Iowa education licensure, recently received a national Rising Star Award from the Journalism Education Association for her work as a journalism education advisor at East High School in Des Moines.

Big names in short supply in major races

Monday, March 17, 2014
University of Iowa political science professor Tim Hagle explains why this year's elections for statewide office in Iowa attracted so few well-known names.

'Exuberant Politics' exhibition, events continue through April 8

Friday, March 14, 2014
University of Iowa faculty, students, and alumni are presenting “Exuberant Politics,” an international exhibition exploring how today’s artists address social issues, in two eastern Iowa locations: Legion Arts in Cedar Rapids and the new Public Space One at 120 N. Dubuque St. in Iowa City.

WISE honored by Iowa State Legislature on 20th anniversary

Friday, March 14, 2014
The University of Iowa Women in Science and Engineering program has been recognized by the Iowa State Legislature as it celebrates its 20th anniversary.

UI student projects focus on sustainable Iowa communities

Friday, March 14, 2014
The Iowa Initiative For Sustainable Communities engages students in hands-on projects to improve sustainability in neighboring towns, and currently has 160 students working on 30 projects.

Iowa Now Minute 3/14/2014

Friday, March 14, 2014
University Communication and Marketing's video services staff produces "Iowa Now Minute," a new 60-second roundup highlighting recent University of Iowa activities, research, public engagement, and campus life. Look for a new video every Friday in Iowa Now. Check out Iowa Now Minute 3/14/2014.
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Delivering a special kind of care

Friday, March 14, 2014
Child Life specialists at University of Iowa Children's Hospital help keep life as normal as possible for young patients while also helping keep their anxieties down.

Symphony Orchestra to perform March 26

Friday, March 14, 2014
The University of Iowa School of Music will present a free performance by the UI Symphony Orchestra, under the direction of William LaRue Jones, director of orchestral studies, at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 26, in the Main Lounge of the Iowa Memorial Union.
An abstract painting by American artist Jackson Pollock

Splatter to Sparkle — Join the Journey!

Friday, March 14, 2014
The University of Iowa Museum of Art (UIMA) will hold its annual Museum Party from 8 to 11 p.m. Saturday, April 12, in the Oakdale Ballroom of the Coralville Marriott Hotel and Conference Center. This year’s theme—Splatter to Sparkle—Join the Journey!— is inspired by the recent restoration and conservation of Jackson Pollock’s "Mural."

UI seeks land development proposals for new Museum of Art

Thursday, March 13, 2014
The University of Iowa released today its Request for Qualifications (RFQ) to identify potential partners capable of developing appropriate and available land for a new Museum of Art, to be located directly adjacent to the core of the UI's academic campus and within walking distance for students.