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August 31, 2025 - November 23, 2025
Write at the Stanley: A Generative Writing Workshop
2:30 pm - 4:15 pm (CDT)
Where: 160 West Burlington Street, Iowa City, IA US 52242

Write at the Stanley: A Generative Writing Workshop is back for the Fall Semester!

Join us monthly to generate new creative writing inspired by works in the Stanley collection. Each session will be led by a different talented writer from our area, who will be offering a new prompt and a new approach to ekphrastic writing (writing inspired by visual art). Bring your own notebook and pencil or computer and leave with the beginning of a newly written piece.

Co-sponsored by Iowa City Poetry. Teen and adult writers in all genres are welcome.

Write at the Stanley meets every fourth Sunday of the month. 

Space is limited, so we encourage you to reserve your spot by clicking the dates below:

August 31

September 28

October 26

November 23

Contact: Stanley Museum of Art 319-335-1727

Departments: Iowa Writers' Workshop, Center for Advancement, International Writing Program, Office of the Provost, University of Iowa Stanley Museum of Art, The Writing University

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October 28, 2025
Washington, D.C. Together Hawkeyes Tour
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm (CDT)
Where: 400 North Capital St. NW, Washington D.C., US 20001

Together, Hawkeyes continue to blaze new trails and fuel discoveries. This fall, we are headed to Washington, D.C.-and we hope you will join us for a special night celebrating all things black and gold.

You´ll gain insights into the Together Hawkeyes campaign and plans to expand programming to support student success. You´ll also learn about other university happenings as you hear from:

  • Barbara Wilson, University of Iowa president

  • Lynette Marshall, UI Center for Advancement president and CEO

Hors d´oeuvres and a hosted bar will be provided. Program begins at 6:45 p.m.

Contact: Sevanah Thomas 319-467-3563

Departments: Center for Advancement

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November 7, 2025
Swing Fore Stead
10:00 am - 3:00 pm (CST)
Where: 1515 Andersen Place, Tiffin, IA US 52340

Grab your clubs-and your competitive spirit-and join us for a fun-filled day benefitting University of Iowa Health Care Stead Family Children´s Hospital, powered by PinSeekers.

Whether you´re a passionate golfer or just looking to get involved and give back, our inaugural charitable golf outing promises to be an unforgettable experience for everyone. Throughout the day, you can expect to:

  • Compete in an 18-hole, four-person best shot-with winners being crowned at the conclusion of the event.

  • Enjoy lunch served between the front and back nines.

  • Meet Hawkeye legends who will make guest appearances.

  • Bid on silent auction items that will benefit Stead Family Children´s Hospital.

Registration fees for four golfers is $1,000, which includes golf, lunch, and golf gifts. There are also a number of sponsorship opportunities available. We hope you will join us for a day of community, camaraderie, and giving back-with all proceeds going to Stead Family Children´s Hospital to support dedicated care teams, cutting-edge research, and the patients and families who rely on them every day.

Contact: Daniel Beitelspacher (319) 335-3305

Departments: Center for Advancement

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November 7, 2025
2025 Hawkeye Distinguished Veterans Award Ceremony
4:30 pm - 5:30 pm (CST)
Where: 125 North Madison Street, Iowa City, IA US 52245

Join us in honoring our Veteran and Military-connected faculty, staff, students, and alumni at the 2025 Hawkeye Distinguished Veterans Award ceremony on Friday, Nov. 7 at 4:30 p.m. in the IMU Richey Ballroom.

Contact: Jocelyn Mueller 319-335-1162

Departments: Iowa Memorial Union, Center for Advancement

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November 7, 2025 - December 4, 2026
Art & Write Night
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm (CST)
Where: 39-53 East Jefferson Street, Iowa City, IA US 52240

Join the long, rich, historical tradition of artists creating in our spaces.

Professional, aspiring, and amateur artists alike, make our museum your muse. The return of this popular program series welcomes guests into the Museum of Natural History's magical gallery spaces after-hours to work on sketching or writing projects with other campus and community artists.

Tell a friend, grab a notebook, and join us on the first Friday of each month. We'll provide a new inspo prompt for each session and will sometimes move about the Museum but we'll always start in Bird Hall on the third Floor of Macbride Hall. Join anytime between 6-8 p.m. and feel free to participate in a themed creation challenge or work on your own project with our exhibits as inspiration. We'll save the last 15-30 minutes of each session to share what we've been working on, connecting with others (optional, of course!).

Please note, the Museum is typically closed during this time, meaning the main entrance to Iowa Hall (atop the large staircase outside on the east side of Macbride Hall) will be closed and locked. All other building doors will be open, offering access to the Ground Floor of Macbride Hall, restrooms, stairs and elevator to the third floor galleries where this program takes place. Bird Hall is located on the third floor of Macbride Hall and can be reached by stairs or by taking the elevator to the third floor of the building.

Special thanks to Blick Art Materials for supplying extra art materials. Make sure to check in with us in Bird Hall to check out a variety of special art tools and supplies.

Contact: Jessica Smith 319-335-3591

Departments: Department of Biology, Department of English, Division of Interdisciplinary Programs, Iowa Writers' Workshop, Iowa Youth Writing Project, Leadership and Engagement, Magid Center for Writing, School of Art, Art History, and Design, Museum of Natural History

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November 15, 2025
Football Hawkeye Huddle-USC
All Day ()
Where: 3939 S. Figueroa St., Los Angeles, CA US 90037

Join your fellow Hawkeyes at Hawkeye Huddles during the 2025 football season! Hosted by the I-Club, in partnership with the Office of Alumni Engagement, Hawkeye Huddles are free, pregame pep rallies. Registration is required.

Contact: Iowa Athletics Development 319-467-3410

Departments: Center for Advancement

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November 22, 2025
Hawkeye Pregame Social
5:30 pm - 7:30 pm (CST)
Where: 700 S. Victory Way , Kissimmee, FL US 34747

The Hawkeyes are playing in the Women´s Basketball Coaches Association Showcase in Orlando! Join fellow Hawkeye fans for a pregame social before the Iowa vs. Miami women´s basketball game!

Hawkeye Pregame Social

Saturday, November 22

5:30-7:30 p.m.

ESPN Wide World of Sports Grill

Walt Disney World

700 S. Victory Way

Kissimmee, Florida

Register Here

Use the code IOWACLUBS to save 50% on lower and upper sideline tickets for the game.

We look forward to seeing you! Wear your black and gold and spread the word to other Hawkeyes in the area.

Contact: Annabelle Vinson 319-467-3895

Departments: Center for Advancement

November 28, 2025
Football Hawkeye Huddle-Nebraska
9:00 am - 10:30 am (CST)
Where: 1040 P St., Lincoln , NE US 68508

Join your fellow Hawkeyes at Hawkeye Huddles during the 2025 football season! Hosted by the I-Club, in partnership with the Office of Alumni Engagement, Hawkeye Huddles are free, pregame pep rallies. Registration is required.

Contact: Iowa Athletics Development 319-467-3410

Departments: Center for Advancement

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December 2, 2025
Student Impact Grant Presentations
4:00 pm (CST)

Hear from the eight 2025 Student Impact Grant recipients and learn how private support enhanced their Iowa experience. Student Impact Grants are made possible by generous gifts from alumni and friends who provide unrestricted support to the university.

About Student Impact Grants

The University of Iowa Office of the President and the Student Advancement Network have partnered to create Student Impact Grants, which provide funding for undergraduate and graduate student activities outside of the classroom-including research, travel, and service projects. These grants enable students to pursue opportunities that might not otherwise be possible without financial assistance.

Contact: Holly Jones 319-467-3377

Departments: Carver College of Medicine, Center for Advancement, University Honors Program

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February 14, 2026
Application Deadline: Obermann International Fellowships (Fall 2026)
All Day ()
Where: 111 Church Street, Iowa City, IA US 52245

The UI Obermann Center for Advanced studies is accepting applications for Fall 2026 Obermann International Fellowships. This program offers dedicated space, time, and funding for interdisciplinary scholars to collaborate on innovative research at the University of Iowa. Up to eight international fellowships will be granted every academic year. Applicants must be active researchers at an accredited institution of higher learning outside of the United States or independent researchers/artists with a track record of excellence based outside of the U.S. Their area of research must have a direct equivalent at the University of Iowa. 

Obermann International Fellows will receive:

  • A $3,000 stipend to help defray the cost of travel and lodging

  • University of Iowa health insurance coverage for the duration of the fellowship

  • Office space at the Obermann Center for Advanced Studies

  • Temporary University of Iowa affiliation, including access to UI libraries

  • Structured opportunities for scholarly exchange (seminars, lectures, introduction to UI researchers, etc.)

  • An official letter of invitation for institutional and visa purposes

  • Information about accommodations and other practical needs

Read more about the program and application process at https://obermann.uiowa.edu/obermann-international-fellowships. Applications for the Fall 2026 semester are due February 14, 2026.

Obermann International Fellowships are funded by the University of Iowa's Obermann Center for Advanced Studies with generous additional support from International Programs.

Contact: Erin Hackathorn 319-335-4034

Departments: Obermann Center, Center for Advancement, International Programs, International Writing Program, Office of the Vice President for Research, Department of Languages, Linguistics, Literatures, and Cultures

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April 18, 2026
Alumni Day 2026
All Day ()
Where: 1 Park Road, Iowa City, IA US 52242

Return to campus for a day made just for Iowa alumni! Reconnect with classmates, relive campus memories, and celebrate your black and gold pride with Hawkeyes from every generation.

Build your own schedule-from campus tours and inspiring talks to laid-back gatherings and behind-the-scenes experiences.

Mark your calendar and join fellow Hawkeyes for an unforgettable day!

Contact: Kate Sojka 319-467-3884

Departments: Carver College of Medicine, Center for Advancement, College of Public Health, Medicine Alumni

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From Big Brothers Big Sisters to the Chicago Bulls, UI grad spreads mentorship and rehabilitation services. Relaxing in Hillcrest Hall on a Sunday night, Mark Kaufman (86BS) could have easily skipped the meeting that changed his life. But the UI sophomore was intrigued by a recent letter he received about a gathering, and that was enough to send him out the door. Kaufman walked inside the recently completed Carver-Hawkeye Arena and uncovered an interest that eventually led him to build one of the largest physical therapy franchises in the country. Moments after the athletic training orientation began, Kaufman was hooked. ?A lot of that was dumb luck. I could have blown off that meeting, but something told me to go,? Kaufman says of the fall 1983 meeting. ?It was a little decision at the time that impacted my life in a big way.? Kaufman was accepted into the UI athletic training program later that year. He earned his certificate and a bachelor?s degree in 1986, completed secondary degrees at the University of Arizona and Northwestern University, and worked two years at a Chicago-area physical therapy clinic. In August 1991, Kaufman opened the first Athletico center in Chicago with only the help of a receptionist to get his business started. Today, the orthopedic rehabilitation provider has more than 400 locations in 11 states and its clientele includes the Big Ten Conference, U.S. Soccer, and several major Chicago sports franchises. Kaufman, the CEO and president of Athletico, will return to the UI to give a "Life with Phil" talk on April 26 at the Old Capitol Senate Chamber. The event is part of Phil?s Day, which celebrates philanthropy and all the ways UI?s people, buildings, and programs benefit from it. Students, faculty, and staff will sign thank-you cards for donors at various spots around campus and wear ?I am Phil? stickers that symbolize their connection to these acts of generosity. Black and gold bows and signs will also be placed on campus buildings to represent Phil?s impact. Black and gold were the only colors Kaufman considered for his college choice. Raised in Olds, Iowa, a town of less than 200 people located 38 miles south of Iowa City, Kaufman developed an early affinity for the UI and its athletics?attending Hawkeye football, basketball, and wrestling. A multi-sport athlete at WACO High School, Kaufman knew he wasn?t talented enough to compete in Division I and figured he?d teach or coach at a small high school. That vision changed after his athletic training orientation. Kaufman wanted to understand athletic injuries, help athletes recover, and stay immersed in sports. A new door had opened. ?[The UI] changed my career path, changed my life, and changed my direction,? says Kaufman. Philanthropy sat in the back of Kaufman?s mind initially as his duties at Athletico, and as a husband and father, made him hesitant to get involved. ?I didn?t appreciate the opportunities they provided to meet people, step outside the business, support things that were important to me, and the benefits you get from that,? says Kaufman. He?s since shared his gifts with many, including local underserved communities. As an executive committee member of Big Brothers Big Sisters Metropolitan Chicago, Kaufman advances the organization?s mission to pair mentors with children who are facing adversity. He also serves on the board for Operation Walk Chicago, an organization that helps homebound people with debilitating joint diseases walk again. Kaufman has not forgotten the place that launched his successful career?and has given back to the UI to help other aspiring athletic trainers. Most notably, Kaufman helped sustain the UI?s athletic training program through the Danny T. Foster Professorship in Athletic Training Education. Foster (74BS, 77MA, 96PhD) taught and mentored Kaufman at the UI, and sparked his interest in athletic training when Kaufman attended a Hawkeye wrestling meet as a high school senior. Inside the Field House, Kaufman watched Foster tend to a wrestler. ?I didn?t know what an athletic trainer was,? Kaufman says. ?We didn?t have one at my high school.? Foster exemplified everything an athletic trainer should be. He could answer nearly any question, set high expectations for the program, and displayed a calm and stoic demeanor that Kaufman wanted to emulate. John Streif (70BS) and Ed Crowley were also influential members of Iowa?s athletic training staff, who along with Foster, developed Kaufman?s work ethic, raised his attention to detail, and first connected him with Big Brothers Big Sisters. Athletico grew organically for 20 years, and in recent years has rapidly expanded its reach through several acquisitions of other physical therapy and rehabilitation companies. Kaufman?s clinical duties shifted to the business side, and he plans to further spread Athletico?s range by seeking opportunities in health care beyond outpatient and physical therapy. The UI remains a special place for Kaufman. He met his wife, Mary Ann, here as a senior, and his middle daughter, Margaret, is pursuing a degree in marketing. And over 30 years ago, Kaufman?s journey to success started in Iowa City at a Sunday night meeting, where he discovered an opportunity to help others. Says Kaufman: ?Look for opportunities to give back wherever you get energy from, because they?re out there. You just have to look for them.? If you go: Life with Phil Who: Mark Kaufman, Athletico founder and CEO What: Kaufman will reflect on his UI experience and how philanthropy has affected him in the ?Life with Phil? talk. When: Thursday, April 26, at 10:30 a.m. Where: Senate Chamber, Old Capitol Museum

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