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"Iowa has prepared me for my future by teaching me what professionalism is and a way to navigate life and have a balance between work life, school, and friendships."

– Andrea Longstreet, Political Science major

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Nathan Micatka selected for CSSI 2025 Dissertation Completion Program

Wednesday, December 18, 2024
PhD candidate Nathan Micatka was selected for the Center for Social Science Innovation (CSSI) Spring 2025 Dissertation Completion Program (DCP).
Alix Bushard fall 2024 commencement signer

Fall commencement singer Alix Bushard

Tuesday, December 17, 2024
International relations major Alix Bushard will perform the national anthem during the fall 2024 College of Liberal Arts and Sciences commencement ceremony.
Jim Leach

Former Congressman, longtime UI supporter Jim Leach dies

Thursday, December 12, 2024
Former longtime Iowa Congressman and University of Iowa friend and supporter Jim Leach passed away Wednesday, Dec. 11.

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