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August 14, 2025
Hawkeyes at Home, Back-to-School Edition: IMU Centennial
12:00 pm - 12:30 pm (CDT)

This month, Iowa City comes alive as the school year begins anew. Go behind the scenes as the University of Iowa welcomes students, alumni, and fans back to campus in Hawkeyes at Home: Back-to-School Edition-a new web video series.

In this episode, look back at the Iowa Memorial Union´s colorful history and discover what´s ahead with future renovations as the campus landmark turns 100.

Stream for free from your living room, or wherever you like to tune in, and let Hawkeyes at Home bring these fascinating stories to you!

Contact: Kate Sojka 319-467-3884

Departments: Center for Advancement

August 14, 2025
Sioux Falls I-Club Kick-Off Party!
6:30 pm (CDT)
Where: 4521 W. Empire Place, Sioux Falls, SD US 57106

Doors will open at 6:30 p.m., with the event kicking off at 7 p.m.This free, family-friendly event will feature the chance to win door prizes and Hawkeye football game tickets. Raffle tickets will be available for purchase.For questions about this event, contact Dan Roskup at drsokup@gmail.com or 605-521-6214.
For more information about other Hawkeye outings, visit jointheiclub.com/events or contact the I-Club Events team at HawkeyeEvents@foriowa.org. To learn how you can support Hawkeye student-athletes, visit jointheiclub.com.

Contact: Dan Roskup 605-521-6214

Departments: Center for Advancement

August 18, 2025
Hawkeye Night at Wrigley Field
7:05 pm (CDT)
Where: 1060 W Addison St, Chicago, IL US 60613

Join fellow Hawkeyes at Wrigley Field to watch the Chicago Cubs take on the Milwaukee Brewers.

Hawkeye Night at Wrigley Field

Monday, August 18, 2025

Cubs vs. Brewers

7:05 p.m.

Wrigley Field

We hope to see you there!

The University of Iowa Center for Advancement is dedicated to providing an inclusive, respectful, and safe environment for everyone. 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 contact Annabelle Vinson at annabelle.vinson@foriowa.org.

Contact: Annabelle Vinson (319) 335-3305

Departments: Center for Advancement

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 Johnson County I-Club Fall Luncheon
1:30 am - 1:00 pm (CDT)
Where: 300 E. 9th St., Coralville, IA US 52241

You are invited to help kick off the 2025-26 athletics year at a special lunch dedicated to all things Hawkeye athletics.

The lunch program will recognize the 2025 University of Iowa Athletics Hall of Fame inductees and include remarks from athletics staff. Johnson County I-Club board members and additional athletics department staff will also be in attendance.

Purchase your tickets today! Cost is $25 per person or $275 for a reserved table of 10.

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 4, 2025
A University of Iowa Roy J. and Lucille A. Carver College of Medicine Investiture Ceremony
3:30 pm (CDT)
Where: 55 South Grand Avenue, Iowa City, IA US 52246

Thursday, September 4, 2025
3:30 p.m.

Urmila Sahai Auditorium
Medical Education Research Facility
Iowa City

Please join us as we celebrate a faculty appointment in the UI Carver College of Medicine´s Stead Family Department of Pediatrics:

Michael J. Tansey (98R, 01F) to the Gary D. Hughes Professorship in Pediatric Endocrinology in Memory of Kevin J. Smith

We also will recognize Gary D. Hughes, whose generous gift established this prestigious position.

A reception will follow outside the auditorium.

No RSVP is necessary. Parking is available in the Newton Road Ramp. There will be no ceremonial processional, and only those participating in the ceremony will wear academic regalia.

Contact: Mackenzie Krob 319-467-3522

Departments: Carver College of Medicine, Center for Advancement

September 4, 2025
Chicago Hawkeye Social & Catlett Exhibit Viewing
4:30 pm - 5:30 pm (CDT)
Where: 226 S. Wabash Ave., Chicago, IL US 60604

Chicago Hawkeye Social & Catlett Exhibit Viewing

Thursday, September 4, 2025

4:30-5:30 p.m.

Exchequer Restaurant and Pub

226 S. Wabash Ave.

Chicago

Register Here

Connect with other Hawkeyes, enjoy light appetizers and drinks, and learn more about pioneering artist and activist Elizabeth Catlett from Lauren Lessing, the director of the Stanley Museum of Art. You´ll also receive a free ticket to the Art Institute of Chicago to view Elizabeth Catlett: A Black Revolutionary Artist, a traveling retrospective that showcases more than 150 of her works.

After the social, attendees may walk to the Art Institute, which is approximately a four-minute walk from Exchequer Restaurant & Pub. The museum is open until 8 p.m. Space is limited; please register only if you can attend the event at Exchequer.

Can´t join us? You can still experience the Catlett exhibit, which will be on display at the Art Institute from Aug. 30, 2025, through Jan. 4, 2026.

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 Katie Kriegel in advance at katie.kriegel@foriowa.org.

Contact: Katie Kriegel 319-467-3540

Departments: Center for Advancement, University of Iowa Stanley Museum of Art

September 4, 2025
Chicago Hawkeye Social & Catlett Exhibit Viewing
4:30 pm - 5:30 pm (CDT)
Where: 226 S. Wabash Ave., Chicago, IL US 60604

Connect with other Hawkeyes, enjoy light appetizers and drinks, and learn more about pioneering artist and activist Elizabeth Catlett from Lauren Lessing, the director of the Stanley Museum of Art. You´ll also receive a free ticket to the Art Institute of Chicago to view Elizabeth Catlett: A Black Revolutionary Artist, a traveling retrospective that showcases more than 150 of her works.

After the social, attendees may walk to the Art Institute, which is approximately a four-minute walk from Exchequer Restaurant & Pub. The museum is open until 8 p.m. Space is limited; please register only if you can attend the event at Exchequer.

Can´t join us? You can still experience the Catlett exhibit, which will be on display at the Art Institute from Aug. 30, 2025, through Jan. 4, 2026.

Contact: Katie Kriegel 319-335-3305

Departments: Center for Advancement, University of Iowa Stanley Museum of Art

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 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, Iowa Writers' Workshop, Iowa Youth Writing Project, Leadership and Engagement, Magid Center for Writing, Museum of Natural History, Pentacrest Museums, Art Library

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

September 29, 2025
Boone-Story I-Club Golf Outing
9:00 am (CDT)
Where: 106 S. Cedar St., Boone, IA US 50036

You´re invited to the seventh annual Boone-Story I-Club Golf Outing!

Registration: 9 a.m.

Shotgun start: 10 a.m.

Team Registration Options:

· Register prior to Aug. 31-$80 per person or $320 per foursome

· Register after Aug. 31-$360 per foursome

Entry fee includes greens fees, cart, and lunch for each team member. Space is limited, and early sign-ups are encouraged.

Register today by contacting Nate Nerem with the Boone-Story I-Club at neremn@gmail.com or 515-314-3099.

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

Contact: Nate Nerem 515-314-3099

Departments: Center for Advancement

October 4, 2025
Extra Life Charity Challenge: College Football 26
10:00 am - 4:30 pm (CDT)
Where: 825 Stadium Dr, Iowa City, IA US 52240

Register today to test your college football video game skills in a double-elimination charity tournament at Kinnick Stadium, with proceeds benefiting University of Iowa Health Care Stead Family Children´s Hospital!

  • Registration is $25 with a $200 fundraising minimum.

  • Participants must be 16 or older. All games will be played on PlayStation 5.

  • Prizes will be awarded to the top three individual fundraisers and the tournament champion and runner-up.

  • Registrants who raise at least $200 will gain access to Duke Slater Field.

  • Registrants who raise at least $500 will get to tour the Hawkeyes´ locker room and tunnel.

The top fundraiser and tournament champion will each win two tickets to a Hawkeye football home game.

On-site donations can be made via credit card, cash, or check to pay the difference to reach the $200 mark for tournament entry and field access or the $500 mark for locker room tours.

Spectators who pay the $25 registration fee may:

  • Enjoy event festivities at the Ted Pacha Family Club.

  • Hear a patient story from a family whose child was treated at Stead Family Children´s Hospital.

  • Try College Football 26 in the free-play area.

  • Watch the tournament, including the championship game on the Kinnick jumbotron.

For any questions, contact Tyler Adams at tyler.adams@foriowa.org.

Contact: Tyler Adams 319-335-3305

Departments: Center for Advancement

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

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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In June, he will attain a master's degree in health and human physiology before starting medical school at the UI Roy J. and Lucille A. Carver College of Medicine this fall. "The Tyner Scholarship has played such an enormous role in my life because it created the time I needed to study to be successful," says McDonell. "I went from barely scraping by to having everything I need." MAXIMIZING TALENT Joseph McDonell McDonell exemplifies the type of student the Tyner Scholarship aims to help: talented scholars who haven't received a major scholarship or award and need additional support to reach their potential. Tyner (70BA), who earned entry into the Honors Program as a freshman and became a Marshall Scholar, established his scholarship in 2015 to create opportunities for high-achieving honors students. He recently increased the scholarship endowment to support four students annually and provided additional support to the Honors Program's student enrichment fund and excellence fund, allowing more students to participate in experiential learning. Beyond his financial support, Tyner is an active member of the Honors Program Advisory Board and mentors students who are applying for major scholarships. The Shenandoah, Iowa, native annually shares his story of self-discovery with students at an honors seminar. Demonstrating the importance of an education in opening many career paths, Tyner details his journey from a farm boy who became a top Honors Program scholar at Iowa to attaining degrees at the University of Manchester, the London School of Economics, and Yale Law School. Along the way, his career trajectory evolved from wanting to teach in higher education to becoming a successful international lawyer in Saudi Arabia. "You can't plan your whole life at 18 or even 22, but the education you get is a solid base for whatever you're going to do in the future," says Tyner, who majored in political science and French at Iowa. "You can lose a job or change a career, but you can't lose your education." LASTING IMPRESSIONS Tyner also connects with each of his scholarship recipients?offering advice and encouragement?whether it's at a yearly scholarship recognition ceremony or through email. Grateful for the opportunities he was provided at Iowa, Tyner aims to open similar doors for more honors students. "The Honors Program was very important to me as a student," says Tyner. "The teaching was excellent?and when you're around the best students, you push each other." McDonell learned that firsthand, seeing his grades rise as he modeled his peers' study habits. Starting his academic journey at age 29, after more than a decade working in heavy construction, he felt a calling to pursue a health care career. 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