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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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March 9, 2021

IBL Center Distinguished Speaker Series: Prof. Lisa Fairfax

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March 9, 2021

Big Ten Basketball Tournament Trivia Challenge

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March 9, 2021

Undergraduate Student Government Meeting with Alumni Guests

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March 9, 2021

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March 16, 2021

WorldCanvass: COVID Care for Marginalized and Vulnerable Populations

5:30 pm - 7:00 pm (CDT)

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The number of different countries where University of Iowa alumni live. We offer 60 Iowa Clubs worldwide to keep Hawkeyes connected.

University of Iowa alumni live in 158 different countries

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