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COVID-19 Information: Our day-to-day operations at the University of Iowa Center for Advancement continue and we are dedicated to engaging all who love the University of Iowa. For the health and safety of our alumni, friends, and employees, we have, however, limited travel and transitioned in-person events to virtual events. If you have difficulty reaching a staff member at the UI Center for Advancement, please call our main number 800-648-6973 or 319-335-3305 for assistance. Please see our events calendar for more information.

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September 28, 2020 - October 11, 2020

My Corn Monument - 2020 Design Contest

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September 28, 2020

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September 28, 2020

Webinar: Public Health Careers in the Age of COVID-19

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September 29, 2020

VIRTUAL Helping, Counseling & Public Service Job & Internship Fair

11:00 am - 4:00 pm (CDT)

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University of Iowa alumni live in 158 different countries

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