Events Calendar

Apr 15, 2025

11:30 AM

The Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Experimental Therapeutics in the College of Pharmacy will host a seminar presented by:  Andrew Kruse, PhD Professor Department of Biological Chemistry and Molecular Pharmacology Harvard Medical School Boston, MA Seminar Title: "Structural Insights into G Protein-Coupled Receptor Signaling” All are welcome to attend.

Apr 15, 2025

1:00 PM

The Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Experimental Therapeutics in the College of Pharmacy will host a thesis seminar presented by Human Toxicology PhD student Valeria Cota. Thesis Title: "Assessment of Micropore Closure After Microneedle Application in Diverse Skin Types" All are welcome to attend.

Apr 15, 2025

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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Apr 15, 2025

4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

Preceptors, this is your opportunity to showcase your rotation experience! Connect with student pharmacists and highlight the unique learning opportunities you offer. Participation Options On site and virtual options will be available. We have very limited availability for the virtual options. Therefore, we will be on a first come, first served basis with preference given to sites further distances away from the College. On Site Info: Tables will be available. However, they are not a ...

Apr 16, 2025

10:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Title: New Silurian trilobites from the Sexton Creek Formation, southeastern Missouri   Abstract:  Little work has been done on the Sexton Creek Formation, a fossiliferous limestone deposit located in southeastern Missouri and southwestern Illinois. Only one species of trilobite, Dalmanites croneisi Ball and Delo, 1940, has previously been reported from the unit. Recent conodont work has constrained the age of the unit to Telychian, with the lower part possibly Aeronian. Current research ...

Apr 16, 2025

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Join University of Iowa Classics Professor Dr. Robert Cargill and the Bible & Archaeology team for “Digging Into Easter,” an in-depth exploration into the history of Holy Week. In addition to the live talk, guests can join the B&A team for a reception and a live Q&A following the presentation. Sponsored by the University of Iowa Office of Innovation, "Digging Into Easter" is an educational event with no partisan or political agenda. Learn more + purchase tickets ($10 general admission, $...

Apr 17, 2025

10:30 AM

Apr 17, 2025

12:45 PM - 1:45 PM

Join the Hubbell Environmental Law Initiative and the College of Law in welcoming Richard J. Lazarus, Charles Stebbins Fairchild Professor of Law at Harvard Law School, for a talk about The Making of U.S. Environmental Law - with a particular emphasis on the Midwest. More about the discussion: Richard J. Lazarus offers a new interpretation of the past three decades of this area of the law, examining the legal, political, cultural, and scientific factors that have shaped — and sometimes hi...

Apr 17, 2025

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

Nathan Brown will be presenting. Nathan Brown is Professor of English and Canada Research Chair in Poetics at Concordia University, Montreal, where he directs the Centre for Expanded Poetics. He is the author of Baudelaire's Shadow: An Essay on Poetic Determination (MaMa, 2021); Rationalist Empiricism: A Theory of Speculative Critique (Fordham, 2021); and The Limits of Fabrication: Materials Science, Materialist Poetics (Fordham, 2017). His translation of Baudelaire's The Flowers of Evil wa...

Apr 17, 2025

3:00 PM

Please join us as we celebrate a faculty appointment in the UI Carver College of Medicine: Megan Samuelson (06MD, 11F, 12F) to the Jo Ann Benda Surgical Pathology Professorship   We also will recognize the generous donors who established this prestigious position: Charles Platz and Jo Ann Benda (75MD, 82R)   A reception will follow in the Jean and Renée Robillard Atrium No RSVP is necessary. Parking is available in the Newton Road Ramp. There will be no ceremonial processional,...

Apr 17, 2025

3:30 PM - 4:20 PM

The profound impact of lift force on human travel is mirrored by its vital role in animal locomotion. A recurring feature in animal flight and swimming is a roll-up of free shear layers into swirling vortical structures. Biological flyers periodically flap their appendages to generate aerodynamic forces. Extensive studies have made significant progress in explaining the physics behind their propulsion in cruising by developing scaling laws of their flight kinematics. Notably Strouhal number ...

Apr 18, 2025

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

In this session, we will look at the Siteimprove web accessibility application and its associated browser plug-in. We’ll review both websites and individual pages, and discuss ways to bring your site’s Siteimprove score up to its target value. Finally, we’ll see how Siteimprove can help you get a handle on your online PDF content. Registration is required for this session. NOTE: This session replaces the originally scheduled Web Content Accessibility Guidelines session.  Register here for...

Apr 18, 2025

12:00 PM - 5:00 PM

We welcome everyone to the first annual “MATFab Materials Frontier Symposium” that will be held on April 18, 2025 in the Iowa Advanced Technology Laboratories Building on the University of Iowa campus. The purpose of the symposium is to highlight advances and applications in materials science across all scientific disciplines.  Schedule of Events Field Emission Scanning Electron Microscopy (FE-SEM) Workshop 1–2:30 p.m. IATL 104 Join Drs. Michael Sinnwell and Jackie Feng as they explain ...

Apr 18, 2025

8:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Please join the University of Iowa Physics & Astronomy Department as we use the Van Allen Observatory and small telescopes to tour the spring sky. To attend this Astronomy observation session, follow the signs in Van Allen Hall to the east elevator to reach the roof.  Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to attend all University of Iowa–sponsored events. If you are a person with a disability who requires a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in this program, please con...

Apr 19, 2025

3:30 PM

Optional Masters Recital: Sherry Xia, voice Sherry Xia, voice Danyun Zhao, piano This concert is free and open to the public.

Apr 21, 2025

3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

Instructors:  Rudia W. Kihura, PhD, Assistant Professor, Educational Psychology & Early Childhood, Black Hills State University; and Brandon Paulson, Associate Director, International Student and Scholar Services Description: In this two-part interactive class, participants will explore the four intercultural conflict styles using the Intercultural Conflict Style Inventory (ICS). The ICS is an 18-item assessment that measures individuals’ core approaches to communicating about differences,...

Apr 22, 2025

11:30 AM

The Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Experimental Therapeutics in the College of Pharmacy will host a seminar presented by:  Carl Allenspach, PhD Director Business Operations & Strategy – Manufacturing Science & Technology Bristol Myers Squibb Bridgewater, New Jersey All are welcome to attend.

Apr 22, 2025

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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Apr 22, 2025

4:30 PM - 5:30 PM

Join the University of Iowa Libraries and the Department of French and Italian for a special event celebrating the impact of French Symbolist poet Stéphane Mallarmé.   Experience his groundbreaking poem “Un Coup de dés jamais n’abolira le hasard (A Roll of the Dice Will Never Abolish Chance)” read in both French and English by Rosemarie Scullion and Emily Wieder. Then, learn more through a lecture by Roxanna Curto about Mallarmé’s trajectory from a writer of structured poems influenced by C...

Apr 23, 2025

7:30 PM - 9:00 PM

Sal Khan, the founder and CEO of the Khan Academy, will present a public talk on Reimagining Education and the Tools We Use. The Khan Academy is a nonprofit educational organization that offers free lessons in math, science, and humanities, as well as tools for parents, teachers, and districts to track student progress. Khan Academy is pivoting an AI guide called Khanmigo that is a tutor and teaching assistant. Worldwide, Khan Academy has more than 160 million registered users in 190 countr...

Apr 24, 2025

3:30 PM - 4:20 PM

A short walk-through of the history of selfies and their evolution and how that influenced the development of modern technologies in modern smartphones. Layered with some anecdotes from his personal journey with Apple, one of the biggest tech industry firms, Yazan Alnahhas reflects on lessons learned and how they shaped his career and reasoning. Discussion will also touch on future directions based on incoming industry trends like artificial intelligence.   PRESENTER: Yazan Alnahhas / Apple...

Apr 24, 2025

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Join us for a compelling panel discussion moderated by Katherine Simóne Reynolds and featuring Kelley Lemon, Naima Green, and Alicia Olushola Ajayi.  This conversation will illuminate the many ways Black artists and practitioners are engaging with ecological narratives, uncovering hidden histories, and shaping future landscapes. This event is held in conjunction with the exhibition, it's a fine thing, currently on view at the Stanley Museum of Art. Moderator: Katherine Simóne Reynolds is...

Apr 25, 2025

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Join us for the Miyawaki Forest Tree Planting as we kick off our project on Arbor Day, Friday, April 25! This exciting initiative aims to plant 4,000 native tree saplings and shrubs using the Miyawaki Method, a technique for densely planting native trees to create bio-diverse and self-sustaining forests. Event Details: Date: Begins on Arbor Day, Friday, April 25 Location: Northeast of Hillcrest Residence Hall, east side of Lot 13 Parking is limited, so we recommend using public transpo...

Apr 25, 2025

4:00 PM - 3:00 PM

The second annual Connecting K-12 and Higher Education Conference will take place April 25-26 at the Kirkwood Regional Center at the University of Iowa.  This free conference aims to bring together local stakeholders from K-12 education, the University of Iowa, and other educators from the state of Iowa to share knowledge related to student learning, effective teaching, and innovative educational practices. Day one of the event will take place from 4 - 8 p.m. on Friday, April 25. Day two is...

Apr 25, 2025

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Location: TBD (Note: This event will not be held at the Stanley Museum of Art). Join us for a special evening of film screenings and conversation with acclaimed filmmakers/artists Christopher Harris and Cameron Granger. This program is part of the Grant Wood Art Colony's 8th Biennial Symposium, Race and Regionalism: Representation in the Heartland, and is held in conjunction with the Stanley Museum of Art's exhibition, it's a fine thing. Featured Films Christopher Harris Distant Sho...

Apr 25, 2025

7:30 PM

Masters Recital: Elizabeth Cerrito, soprano This concert will be livestreamed here: https://music.uiowa.edu/events/school-music-livestream. View the program here: https://digital.lib.uiowa.edu/node/943873 This concert is free and open to the public.

Apr 26, 2025

2:30 PM

We are excited to invite you to participate in putting on the 4th annual Recycled Runway Fashion Show promoting sustainability in fashion and the creativity of our local artists here in Iowa City!  Date: Saturday, April 26, 2025 Location: IMU River Amphitheater Time: 2:30 p.m.  Interested in creating sustainable fashion! Fill out this form: https://forms.gle/wxwbm1xZPmpCsa888 If you’re interested in modeling for our event! Fill out this form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfD...

Apr 27, 2025

11:30 AM - 2:00 PM

Join us at Walker Homestead from 11:30-2:00 on Sunday, April 27, 2025 as we celebrate the UI Center for Human Rights' 25th anniversary and support its ongoing impact in human rights education. Food and drink will be available for purchase from 11:30-1:30 and live music will be provided by HomeBrewed. Guests can enjoy the farm and play Baby Goat Bingo. Reservations are not necessary, but are encouraged so to be assured a table. Use this link to reserve a table during open hours on April 27.  ...

Apr 27, 2025

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

SONG*LINES PROJECT Weaving Village by singing together in places we love   Spring 2025, Iowa City  In partnership with Grant Wood Art Colony + the University of Iowa School of Music  TO REGISTER,

Apr 28, 2025

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Join us for a Lunch and Learn session on the basics of bike commuting. Three passionate bike commuters: Angie Smith, Jenna McCoy, and Ryan Dusil are all connected through volunteer work at the Iowa City Bike Library. They will tell us about what the Iowa City Bike Library is, tips, and tricks about bike commuting and information on what one-on-one "bike buddy" sessions are to help help plan routes and ride together. Registering in advance will assist in planning! https://uiowa.qualtrics.com...

Apr 28, 2025

7:30 PM

DMA Qualifying Recital: Sarah Hachtman, soprano Sarah Hachtman, voice Halie Augustus, piano This concert is free and open to the public.

Apr 29, 2025

12:30 PM - 4:30 PM

This symposium celebrates the research accomplishments of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology undergraduates and provides graduating seniors an opportunity to present their research results.

Apr 29, 2025

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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May 1, 2025

3:30 PM - 4:20 PM

PRESENTER: Dr. Francesca Riccio-Ackerman, Massachusetts Institute of Technology FACULTY HOST: Dr. Deema Totah, Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Graduate Seminar

May 2, 2025

8:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Please join the University of Iowa Physics & Astronomy Department as we use the Van Allen Observatory and small telescopes to tour the spring sky. To attend this Astronomy observation session, follow the signs in Van Allen Hall to the east elevator to reach the roof.  Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to attend all University of Iowa–sponsored events. If you are a person with a disability who requires a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in this program, please con...

May 3, 2025

8:00 AM - 1:00 PM

The Zada Cooper Leadership Symposium celebrates the legacy of Zada Mary Cooper, a trailblazer in pharmacy education and leadership. A graduate of the University of Iowa College of Pharmacy in 1897, Cooper dedicated her career to advancing the profession, serving as a faculty member for 45 years until her retirement in 1942. Cooper was regarded as an exceptional educator, guide, and innovator who inspired her students. She was one of the founders of the Women’s Section of the American Pharma...

May 4, 2025

1:30 PM

DMA II Recital: Yestyn Griffith, violin Yestyn Griffith, violin Henrique Rabelo, piano This concert is free and open to the public.

May 4, 2025

2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

SONG*LINES PROJECT Weaving Village by singing together in places we love.   Spring 2025, Iowa City  In partnership with Grant Wood Art Colony + the University of Iowa School of Music  TO REGISTER,

May 6, 2025

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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May 6, 2025

4:00 PM - 6:30 PM

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May 8, 2025

3:30 PM - 4:20 PM

PRESENTER: Dr. Ahlam Muhtaseb, California State University – San Bernandino FACULTY HOST: Dr. Deema Totah, Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Graduate Seminar

May 10, 2025

11:30 AM

DMA Qualifying Recital: Yimu Wang, piano This concert is free and open to the public.

May 10, 2025

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Join us for four discussions of Toni Morrison's Beloved and the exhibition it's a fine thing, led by the Stanley’s curator of special projects and author of What Napoleon Could Not Do, Derek (DK) Nnuro. Register for each session by clicking the dates below, capped at 30 participants:  Feb. 15 (Pages 1 - 59) March 8 (Pages 60 - 195) April 5 (Pages 199 - 277) May 10 (Pages 281 - 324) Iowa City is one of 62 communities nationwide participating in the 2023-2024 NEA Big Read. From Februa...

May 16, 2025

8:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Please join the University of Iowa Physics & Astronomy Department as we use the Van Allen Observatory and small telescopes to tour the spring sky. To attend this Astronomy observation session, follow the signs in Van Allen Hall to the east elevator to reach the roof.  Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to attend all University of Iowa–sponsored events. If you are a person with a disability who requires a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in this program, please con...