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July 1, 2025
London Hawkeye Social
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm (CDT)
Where: 1 Blackfriars Bridge, London, IA US SE1 9UD

Join fellow Hawkeyes for a special event with Eve Stewart (20BA, 21BA), Iowa rowing's first Olympian!

London Hawkeye Social

Tuesday, 1 July 2025

6-8 p.m.

Thomas Doggett´s Bar at Doggett's Coat and Badge

1 Blackfriars Bridge

London, SE1 9UD

Don´t miss this unique opportunity to hear firsthand about her journey and the impact the UI has had on her life. You´ll also get to see Stewart´s bronze medal from the 2024 Paris Olympic Games.

Connect with fellow Hawkeyes, celebrate our heritage, and enjoy complimentary hors d'oeuvres and beverages. Spread the word to any Hawkeyes you know in the area.

Sam Crow, assistant vice president of development at the University of Iowa Center for Advancement, will be your host for the evening. We hope to see you there!

Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to attend all University of Iowa-sponsored events. If you are a person with a disability who requires reasonable accommodation to participate in this program, please contact Sam Crow in advance at samantha.crow@foriowa.org.

Contact: Sam Crow (319) 467-3843

Departments: Center for Advancement

July 14, 2025 - July 25, 2025
100-Word Microstory Contest
All Day ()

Our 100-Word Microstory Contest is a free online writing competition for a variety of age groups. Writing prompts here on Monday, July 14, 2025, at 9 a.m. CDT.

You don´t have to be an Iowa Writers´ Workshop grad-or even have participated in a writing contest before-to join in the fun. Just create a story in 100 words or less that uses one of two specific writing prompts.


The age categories are:

· Grades 3 & 4

· Grades 5 & 6

· Grades 7 & 8

· Grades 9-12

· Adult (University of Iowa Alumni)

· Adult (Friend of the University)

Contact: Tegan Donahue 319-467-3393

Departments: Iowa Writers' Workshop, MFA in Spanish Creative Writing, Center for Advancement, The Writing University

July 17, 2025
Grandparents University® 2025
8:00 am - 4:30 pm (CDT)
Where: 125 North Madison Street, Iowa City, IA US 52245

Grandparents University® is an intergenerational learning program that allows grandparents-or honorary grandparents-to spend a day of discovery with their grandchildren (ages 8-14).

This campus event will offer hands-on educational opportunities with UI experts. You can make lasting memories while exploring engaging topics in everything from the arts and humanities to medicine and science.

Learn More!

Registration will remain open until Tuesday, July 1-or until we´ve reached capacity.

For more information, please contact Erin Brokel, at the University of Iowa Center for Advancement, at GrandparentsUniversity@foriowa.org or 319-467-3668.

The term Grandparents University® is a registered trademark originating at the University of Wisconsin-Madison and is used with permission.

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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 email GrandparentsUniversity@foriowa.org or call 319-467-3668.

Contact: Erin Brokel 319-467-3668

Departments: Center for Advancement

August 2, 2024 - December 4, 2025
Art & Write Night
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm (CDT)
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 Mammal 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. Mammal 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 Mammal 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, Iowa Writers' Workshop, Iowa Youth Writing Project, Leadership and Engagement, Magid Center for Writing, Museum of Natural History, Pentacrest Museums, Art Library

August 21, 2025
Johnson County I-Club Hawk Party
6:30 pm (CDT)
Where: 901 Melrose Ave, Iowa City, IA US 52246

Join the Johnson County I-Club at 45th annual Hawk Party! This year´s Hawk Party is presented by McGrath Toyota of Iowa City; Deery Ford Lincoln; Billion Automotive of Iowa City; and Carousel Auto Group.

The event will feature a silent and live auction with a chance to bid on items such as season football and basketball tickets, hotel stays, unique Hawkeye autographed items, and more. All the proceeds go to support Iowa athletics.

Ticket and sponsorship opportunities for this year include:

  • General admission ticket-$75 per person

    • All-inclusive food and refreshments

    • Commemorative Hawk Party gift

  • Reserved table for 10-$1,000

    • General admission items

    • Reserved, named table in a premium location near the stage

  • Supporting Sponsorships for 10-$1,500

    • General admission items

    • Reserved, named table in a premium location near the stage

    • Logo recognition on all materials including ticketing website, fliers, event signage, and program (if applicable)

    • Recognition as supporting sponsor during the program with company name and logo rotating through the slide show

Availability is limited for reserved tables and sponsorships, so do not wait!

Contact a member of the Johnson County I-Club Board with any questions regarding the event. You may also contact the Hawkeye Events team at 319-467-3410 or hawkeyeevents@foriowa.org.

For more information about other Hawkeye events, visit jointheiclub.com/events. To learn how you can support Hawkeye student-athletes, visit jointheiclub.com.

Contact: Iowa Athletics Development 319-467-3410

Departments: Center for Advancement

August 29, 2025
2025 Iowa Athletics Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
5:30 pm (CDT)
Where: 1 Elliott Drive, Iowa City, IA US 52242

Join the University of Iowa Department of Intercollegiate Athletics and the Iowa Letterwinners Club as we celebrate our 2025 Hall of Fame inductees.

Doors will open at 5:30 p.m. There will be a cocktail reception with heavy hors d´oeuvres and drinks available for purchase. The induction ceremony will begin at 6:30 p.m. Cost is $25 per person.

Contact: Iowa Letterwinners Club 319-467-3410

Departments: Center for Advancement

September 19, 2025
Application Deadline: Obermann International Fellowships (Spring 2026)
11:59 pm (CDT)
Where: 111 Church Street, Iowa City, IA US 52245

The UI Obermann Center for Advanced studies is accepting applications for Spring 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 $2,000 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 Spring 2026 semester are due October 24, 2025. 

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

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

September 25, 2025 - September 27, 2025
2025 Alumni Band Homecoming Reunion
All Day ()
Where: 225 South Grand Avenue, Iowa City, IA US 52246

This year we are celebrating our drum majors, Golden Girls, twirlers, and flag line. We will also debut new flags featuring our Alumni Band logos!

The postgame concert tune honors all Hawkeye Marching Band members who have performed John Philip Sousa´s "The Stars and Stripes Forever" throughout the years.

Registration closes Aug. 8; however, registration for Saturday´s pregame performance closes when we reach 325 registrants, which may be earlier. Saturday morning walk-in registrations will not be accepted.

When you complete your registration, you will receive a confirmation email from alumni.engagement@foriowa.org. Review the confirmation to make sure all information and charges are correct, then screenshot (or print) and save your confirmation for event check-in.

Be sure to follow and like the University of Iowa Alumni Band on Facebook for Iowa Homecoming updates and additional information.

Contact: Amanda Remington 319-467-3505

Departments: School of Music, Center for Advancement

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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Lucy Olsen, who started at point guard for Iowa women's basketball during the 2024-25 season, talks more about the transfer portal and how it helped bring her talents to Iowa City. PHOTO: Jerod Ringwald/hawkeyesports.com Lucy Olsen, who transferred during the offseason from Villanova to Iowa, has led the Hawkeyes this season with 18 points per game. Lucy Olsen (25BA) still remembers the first phone call she received after entering the women?s basketball transfer portal. ?Iowa was the first to reach out,? says Olsen, who played three seasons at Villanova before transferring to Iowa. ?I couldn?t believe that Lisa Bluder was calling me. I was thrilled.? Once Olsen got off the phone, she couldn?t shake the idea of becoming a Hawkeye. ?I loved my three years at Villanova, but I really wanted to find a school that appreciated women?s basketball and women?s sports,? says Olsen, a native of Collegeville, Pennsylvania. ?I wanted to find a program that would allow me to develop and grow my skills and would prepare me to play professionally. I also wanted to fit well into the offense. The more I thought about it, the more I knew Iowa was the right choice.? During her one season at Iowa, Olsen emerged as the Hawkeyes' leading scorer and all-Big Ten selection. Here?s a look at how the transfer portal works?and how it paved the way for Olsen?s success in Iowa City. What is the transfer portal? Prior to 2018, student-athletes had to seek permission to contact another college or university. Andy Banse (04BA, 06MA), associate athletics director for compliance within the UI Department of Intercollegiate Athletics, says that the old process was not transparent and consistent for student-athletes. ?If I was an Iowa student-athlete, I?d go to a coach or compliance officer and say I wanted to speak to other institutions,? says Banse. ?Coaches could grant you access to certain schools, deny you access to certain schools, or deny the request entirely. There have been a lot of changes to try and remove barriers for student-athletes?whether it?s for academic, athletic, or financial reasons.? Previously, the NCAA had utilized a one-time transfer rule in sports other than baseball, basketball, and football, which allowed a student-athlete to transfer one time during their academic career and compete immediately at their next school. Student-athletes in baseball, basketball, and football were forced to sit out for 12 months when they transferred from one Division I school to another. Due to the lack of consistency between sports, the NCAA membership revised the rule in 2021 and gave all student-athletes the opportunity to transfer one time and compete immediately. So, what is the transfer portal? It?s an online database that allows student-athletes to declare their interest in moving from one institution to another?giving student-athletes more options in their collegiate experiences. Every sport has specific transfer timeframes. While both men?s and women?s basketball have one transfer window, other sports such as football have two?one in December and one in April. At Iowa, each student-athlete who wishes to transfer informs their coach or a compliance officer, takes part in required education, and then enters the database. Once a student-athlete enters the transfer portal, other colleges and universities can begin to make contact. While thousands of Division I student-athletes entered the transfer portal in 2024, just 71 out of 600 Hawkeye student-athletes searched for a new institution. PHOTO: Stephen Mally/hawkeyesports.com Lucy Olsen drives to the basket during Iowa's upset of No. 4 USC during the 2024-25 women's basketball season. How the women?s basketball transfer portal worked for Olsen When Olsen wrapped up her junior season at Villanova, she wasn't sure what would be next for her academic and athletic career. ?I knew I only had one year left, and I was seeing that women?s basketball?on the national stage?was erupting,? says Olsen. ?At Villanova, we were overshadowed by the men?s basketball team, so when I entered the women?s basketball transfer portal, I was looking for a school that really stood out in women?s sports.? Olsen had to decide quickly, since the women?s basketball transfer portal opens in late March and closes toward the end of April. It?s much like being recruited out of high school, but as Olsen explains, it?s a much more condensed timeframe. ?It?s like speed dating,? says Olsen. ?After you get a phone call from a coach, you do research and see who is exiting and entering the program. Then you decide if you want to set up a Zoom call with the coaches and your parents, followed by an official visit. It?s a lot to narrow down, especially if you?re trying to visit multiple schools.? Banse supports coaches and student-athletes throughout the entire process. While compliance officers advise coaches on academic and official visit requirements, they also perform academic evaluations on every incoming student-athlete. ?The academic piece is always the most challenging part of the transfer process,? says Banse. ?Coursework may not completely transfer, so we do an academic evaluation to make sure each student-athlete is pursuing a degree that is meaningful to them and their career interests.? Olsen loved the idea of joining a program that had been on the national stage as runner-up in both the 2023 and 2024 NCAA title games. But just a few weeks after committing to the Iowa women?s basketball program, Olsen learned that Bluder would be retiring. Two days later, Jan Jensen was promoted to the position of P. Sue Beckwith, MD, Head Women?s Basketball Coach. With the change to Jensen?who was Bluder?s long-time assistant at both Drake and Iowa?Olsen had a secondary transfer window of 30 days open that could have allowed her to move to another school. ?I wasn?t expecting that,? says Olsen. ?I had met all the coaches and players on my visit, and I loved what I saw from Coach Jensen. I wanted to make sure no one was transferring, and once I saw that everyone was staying put, I knew the culture was pretty good.? PHOTO: Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com Iowa guard Lucy Olsen during the women's basketball team photo shoot. Name, image, and likeness: Changing the game Prior to 2021, it was an NCAA violation for student-athletes to receive compensation for name, image, and likeness (NIL). When the U.S. Supreme Court ruled in 2021 that a ban on student-athlete compensation was illegal, the NCAA has since allowed student-athletes to earn money from NIL. ?NIL has been an awesome opportunity, and we fully support it at Iowa because we know the impact it can have on our student-athletes,? says Banse. ?Our student-athletes are able to learn so many life skills?such as learning how to market yourself?while maximizing every facet of their experience here at Iowa.? According to NCAA Assist?an online tool that tracks student-athlete compensation?the median amount earned by Division I student-athletes is just $480. While some student-athletes are earning significant dollars through NIL, most others are not. For Olsen, NIL wasn?t a deciding factor. ?I knew that I was missing out on financial opportunities, but when it came to choosing a new school, I didn?t think too much about it,? says Olsen. ?My goal was to find a great school and any money I make would be a bonus.? While so much continues to change in the competitive landscape of collegiate athletics, Banse hopes that the next few years give everyone?from student-athletes to coaches to administrators?the opportunity to dig into the outcomes. ?There have been so many significant rule changes in the last three to five years that have completely shifted the landscape of college sports,? says Banse. ?The pace of change hasn?t really given us an opportunity to see the impact of all the rule changes. We need to the let the rules work for a bit and then tweak them from there.?

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