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Class of 2023 by the numbers

Thursday, September 12, 2019
The University of Iowa again welcomes the most academically accomplished class in its history.
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Provost Fuentes on staying true to yourself

Thursday, September 12, 2019
This summer, Montserrat Fuentes became the new executive vice president and provost at the University of Iowa. She says that her leadership style is team-oriented, collaborative, compassionate, and also strategically focused. Having a long history of moving to new places, she says it’s important to remain true to yourself

UI included among world’s top universities in new global ranking

Wednesday, September 11, 2019
The University of Iowa has been named one of the top universities in the United States and in the world in a new ranking by the Times of London’s higher education supplement.
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UI seeks state funding for critical Pentacrest renovations

Tuesday, September 10, 2019
The Board of Regents, State of Iowa, will consider at its September meeting the university’s $88.7 million legislative request to help modernize three of the five buildings—Macbride Hall, MacLean Hall, and Jessup Hall—that make up the iconic Pentacrest.

Regents to request $7M increase in state funding for UI

Tuesday, September 10, 2019
The Board of Regents, State of Iowa, is expected to vote at its meeting in September on its Fiscal Year 2021 funding request from the Iowa Legislature. The Board is seeking a $7 million increase for the University of Iowa, or about 3% more than FY20.
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Avoid these 10 common phishing emails

Tuesday, September 10, 2019
A phish is an email that looks legitimate but is actually a scam. Some people have had their identities stolen or their paychecks re-wired. Failing to recognize a phish can cost you and the university considerable time, money, and a lot of worry.

Schwalm named a North American Teaching Partner with the Colored Conventions Project

Monday, September 9, 2019
Leslie Schwalm, University of Iowa professor of history and chair of the Department of Gender, Women’s, and Sexuality Studies, has been named as a North American Teaching Partner with the Colored Conventions Project.
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Iowa moves up in latest ‘US News’ Best Colleges rankings

Monday, September 9, 2019
The University of Iowa is ranked 34th in the latest rankings of the nation’s public universities published by “U.S. News & World Report,” up four spots from last year.
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From Minnesota farm kid to CLAS dean

Thursday, September 5, 2019
Steve Goddard, the new dean of the University of Iowa's College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, took a unique path from his parents' farm to a career in higher education. In this interview, Goddard discusses his life's trajectory, academic philosophy, and the first-gen student experience.

Year-by-year tips for students on finances, academics, health, and fun

Wednesday, September 4, 2019
Take a peek at these tips to find out about scholarships, jobs, and health resources—and to remind yourself of opportunities and resources available at every stage of your college career.
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UI College of Nursing celebrates completion of renovated building

Tuesday, September 3, 2019
The University of Iowa College of Nursing is celebrating the completion of a major renovation project to modernize teaching spaces and create more interactive and collaborative spaces in which its students can learn. The 35,377-square-foot renovation project began in 2017.
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A fall welcome message from President Harreld

Thursday, August 29, 2019
President Harreld welcomes new and returning Hawkeyes to campus for the fall semester and discusses some of the upcoming decisions and potential changes at the university in the coming year.