The University of Iowa Eight Over 80 Award
Shirley Nichols Sparks-Greif (55BA)
As a former professor of early childhood special education, Sparks-Greif has written a textbook on home visiting for professional health care providers. Her career-long interest in fetal alcohol spectrum disorder has led to her facilitating support groups for parents of affected children.
Writers? Workshop graduate Chuck Martin helps growers in Panama get their footing in the global chocolate market.
Iowa will face Michigan for the Big Ten Championship title on Saturday evening, but don't miss several events and opportunities to show your black and gold pride ahead of the big game. Hawkeye Sports The Iowa football team will play in the Big Ten Championship game in Indianapolis on Saturday, Dec. 4, 2021. Hawkeye fans will flock to Indianapolis this weekend to cheer, cheer, cheer for Iowa. Besides the football game, there are several ways for alumni and fans to gather and have fun in Indianapolis while sporting their favorite Tigerhawk gear. If you aren?t traveling, but still want to celebrate with Hawk fans near you, check out these game watch locations. FRIDAY, DECEMBER 3 Georgia Street Block Party 4 - 7:30 p.m. This Big Ten-sponsored pregame street festival features local Indianapolis food, beverages, and live music. Big Ten Fan Fest 5 - 9 p.m. Indiana Convention Center This massive Big Ten sponsored event features interactive games, giveaways, food, drinks, and much more! Admission is free with a game ticket. Hawkeye Happy Hour 7 - 11 p.m. Tin Roof, Indianapolis Watch the Iowa vs. Purdue men?s basketball game with the Indianapolis Iowa Club! Enjoy live music and Iowa swag at this alumni-owned establishment. The University of Iowa Center for Advancement is offering a free drink ticket to those who check-in using a QR code (limit one per person, 100 tickets total). Tipoff is at 9 p.m. (EST). No cover charge until 8:30 p.m. Iowa Men's Basketball vs. Purdue 9 p.m. Mackey Complex, West Lafayette When in Indiana?why not see two live sporting events featuring the Hawkeyes? Iowa and No. 2 Purdue will meet on the court in West Lafayette. Tipoff is at 9 p.m. (EST). SATURDAY, DECEMBER 4 Big Ten Fan Fest 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Indiana Convention Center Come see the Hawkeye Marching Band and Iowa Spirit Squads perform at 6 p.m. This massive Big Ten sponsored event also features interactive games, giveaways, food, drinks, and much more! Admission is free with a game ticket. Hawkeye Huddle 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. Indiana Convention Center Hawkeye Huddles are free and open to all Iowa fans and include cash refreshments, snacks, and appearances by Herky, the Iowa Spirit Squad, and the Hawkeye Marching Band. These events are hosted by the National I-Club. Big Ten Football Championship Game Saturday, Dec. 4 8 p.m. Lucas Oil Stadium The Hawkeye football team will play for the Big Ten championship against Michigan inside the home of the NFL's Indianapolis Colts. You can help stripe Lucas Oil Stadium by wearing black and gold based on your seat location. The winning team will take home the Amos Alonzo Stagg Championship Trophy. A win for Iowa would likely mean a Rose Bowl appearance. The game will be broadcast on FOX.
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