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December 28, 2025
Alumni Pep Band at Carver-Hawkeye Arena
3:00 pm (CST)
Where: 1 Elliott Drive , Iowa City , IA US 52310

Are you a Hawkeye Marching Band alum? Join the Alumni Pep Band during Iowa basketball games to perform at Carver-Hawkeye Arena. Music will be provided digitally via the FlipFolder app-no hard copies will be available.

Once registered, you´ll receive instructions to access the music and prepare 30 days before your performance.

Performance Dates:

· Sunday, Dec. 28 at 3 p.m. (Women´s Basketball vs. Penn State)

· Saturday, Jan. 3 at 5 p.m. (Men´s Basketball vs. UCLA)

Limited spots available. Registration is first-come, first-served.

Contact: Amanda Remington 319-467-3505

Departments: School of Music, Center for Advancement

December 29, 2025
ReliaQuest Bowl Game Events
11:30 am (CST)
Where: 400 Mandalay Ave., Clearwater, FL US 33767

The Iowa Hawkeyes are headed to Tampa for the ReliaQuest Bowl, and you are invited to take part in the festivities.Traveling to the game? Visit Hawkeye Bowl Central or call800-IA-HAWKS (424-2957) to purchase your tickets.

Monday, Dec. 29

Clearwater Beach Day
Hilton Clearwater Beach Resort
400 Mandalay Ave.
Clearwater
11:30 a.m.-4 p.m. (EST)

Join Hawkeye football student-athletes, the Hawkeye Marching Band, and the Iowa Spirit Squads for a day of fun and sun-as well as live music, food, and festivities-on the white sandy beaches of Clearwater.

Iowa Men´s Basketball Game Watches
Ferg´s Sports Bar and Grill
1320 Central Ave.
St. Petersburg

Walk On´s
1140 Gramercy Lane
Tampa

5 p.m. (EST)

Join the Tampa Bay Iowa Club and cheer on the Iowa men´s basketball team against UMass Lowell. Enjoy the game-day excitement at one of their two hosted locations.

Tuesday, Dec. 30

University of Iowa Health Sciences Bowl Reception
Tampa Marriott Water Street
The Veranda Room
505 Water St.
Tampa
12-1:30 p.m. (EST)

Connect with faculty, staff, and alumni from the UI Roy J. and Lucille A. Carver College of Medicine, College of Dentistry and Dental Clinics, College of Nursing, and College of Pharmacy.

RSVP online!

Hawkeye Huddle
Tampa Convention Center
Outdoor Plaza
333 S. Franklin St.
Tampa
2-4 p.m. (EST)

Join your fellow Hawkeyes at a Hawkeye Huddle before the ReliaQuest Bowl. Hosted by the I-Club, in partnership with the Office of Alumni Engagement, Hawkeye Huddles are free and open to all Hawkeye fans. Registration is required.

Register today!

The Fight for Iowa ReliaQuest Bowl Preview Show
Splitsville
615 Channelside Dr.
Suite 120
Tampa
4-5:30 p.m. (EST)

Gain an in-depth preview of the ReliaQuest Bowl from Gary Dolphin, voice of the Iowa Hawkeyes, and Pat Angerer (09BA). Attendance is free.ReliaQuest Bowl Parade and Pep Rally
Ybor City Latin District
7th Avenue, Between 15th and 20th Streets
Tampa
5:30 p.m. (EST)

Enjoy the ReliaQuest Bowl parade featuring the Hawkeye Marching Band, floats, and more. Following the parade, join your fellow Hawkeye fans for a pep rally at the end of the parade route.

Wednesday, Dec. 31

Tampa Bay Iowa Club Pregame Tailgate
4005 N. Himes Ave.
Tampa
7-11 a.m. (EST)

Join the Tampa Bay Iowa Club for an all-inclusive pregame tailgate, which will include all-you-can-eat food options (while supplies last), a variety of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, a live DJ, and tailgate games. Tickets can be purchased online, with proceeds benefiting the club´s scholarship.

This event is not sponsored by the UI or UI Center for Advancement.

Purchase your tickets!


ReliaQuest Bowl
Raymond James Stadium
4201 N. Dale Mabry Highway
Tampa
Noon (EST)

Cheer on the Iowa Hawkeyes as they take on the Vanderbilt Commodores! Gates open at 10:30 a.m.

Bowl Game Watch Locations

Can´t make it to the ReliaQuest Bowl? If you are in the Tampa area and are not headed to the game, join other Hawkeye fans at an area game watch party. You can also join your regional Iowa Club or I-Club to watch the Hawkeyes take on Vanderbilt.

Find a complete list of locations online.

Contact: Nici Bontrager 319-467-3607

Departments: Center for Advancement

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December 30, 2025
ReliaQuest Bowl Hawkeye Huddle
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm (CST)
Where: 333 S. Franklin St., Tampa, FL US 33602

Join your fellow Hawkeyes at a Hawkeye Huddle before the ReliaQuest Bowl Game! Hosted by the I-Club, in partnership with the Office of Alumni Engagement, Hawkeye Huddles are free and open to all Hawkeye fans.

In Florida for a few days? Join us for additional ReliaQuest Bowl game events.

Registration is required for all Hawkeye Huddles.

Contact: Iowa Athletics Development 319-467-3410

Departments: Center for Advancement

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January 5, 2026 - January 7, 2026
Hawkeyes at Home: Behind the Scenes at the University of Iowa
12:00 pm - 12:10 pm (CST)

The University of Iowa´s video series debuts three fresh mini-features-each just four minutes long-delivering behind-the-scenes access to some of Iowa´s most fascinating innovations and spaces.

  • Driving Research for Safer Roads (Streaming begins at noon CST on Monday, Jan. 5)
    Explore Iowa´s cutting-edge driving research and how it´s shaping the future of road safety.

  • Hidden Gems of University Libraries (Streaming begins noon CST Tuesday, Jan. 6)
    Discover the unexpected treasures and stories tucked away in Iowa´s library system.

  • Inside Iowa´s Surgical Simulation Labs (Streaming begins noon CST Wednesday, Jan. 7)
    Go behind the scenes of UI Health Care´s innovative training spaces for future surgeons.

Sign up here to receive a reminder ahead of the video debuts. 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: Tegan Donahue 319-467-3393

Departments: Special Collections, Carver College of Medicine Research, College of Engineering, University Libraries

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January 22, 2026
Scottsdale Together Hawkeyes Tour
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm (CST)
Where: 7600 E. Gainey Club Dr., Scottsdale, AZ US 85258

Together, Hawkeyes continue to blaze new trails and fuel discoveries. This fall, we are headed to Scottsdale-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

You´ll also have a chance to go back to class for engaging sessions with Christian Pettker, department executive officer and the Jennifer R. Niebyl Chair in the UI Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, and Tyler Bell, Provost AI Fellow and associate professor in the UI Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering.

Together Hawkeyes Tour and Educational Series
Thursday, Jan. 22, 2026
3:30-5 p.m. Educational Series
5-7 p.m. Reception | Program at 6 p.m.

We will provide appetizers and a hosted bar. We hope to see you in Scottsdale!

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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December 5, 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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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 Law, College of Pharmacy, College of Public Health, Medicine Alumni

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John W. Colloton gives $50,000 to honor Lisa Bluder and Amy O'Deen. Lisa Bluder Lisa Bluder climbed a ladder and clipped the final strands of the net last month inside Carver-Hawkeye Arena, celebrating an NCAA Tournament Sweet 16 berth for the UI women?s basketball team. Less than a mile down Hawkins Drive, Amy O?Deen (80BSN, 83MA) climbed the floors of UI Stead Family Children?s Hospital, supporting the UI?s team of pediatric care providers. Though their paths rarely cross, Bluder and O?Deen have risen as leaders who share a mutual passion for the UI and a combined 55 years serving the university, community, and state. John W. Colloton (57MA, 13LHD), the director of UI Hospitals & Clinics for 22 years and an avid Hawkeye women?s basketball fan, recently made two $25,000 gifts to the UI in honor of Hawkeye Women?s Basketball Coach Bluder and O?Deen, the interim director of UI Stead Family Children?s Hospital and the senior assistant director of UI Hospitals & Clinics. ?Our program has enjoyed John?s long-standing support dating back to his time as CEO of UI Hospitals & Clinics and continues today,? says Bluder. ?This gift shows his incredible respect for the women in our program and for female leadership. We are extremely grateful.? The gifts will be used by Bluder and O?Deen to fund additional needs within their programs. Bluder, who was recently named the Naismith National Coach of the Year after leading the UI women?s basketball program to its first NCAA Elite Eight appearance since 1993, earned the respect and admiration of Colloton soon after she set foot in Carver-Hawkeye Arena. ?I could see she was very savvy and had a lot of knowledge on how to work with young women,? says Colloton. ?She has earned many deserving honors and achieved unparalleled success for the program while doing so in a humble and classy manner.? Colloton has supported the UI women?s basketball program for decades as a frequent attendee at Carver-Hawkeye Arena. In 1998, he and his late wife established the John and Mary Ann Colloton (57BSN) Women?s Basketball Scholarship, an annual award that was held by Makenzie Meyer this past season. Amy O'Deen O?Deen recently completed her 36th year as a member of the administrative leadership teams at UI Hospitals & Clinics. She?s been colleagues with Colloton throughout her career and impressed him with her strong, intellectual leadership and human relations skills. ?Amy has led a wide spectrum of programs throughout UI Hospitals & Clinics, the local community, the UI, and statewide,? says Colloton. ?She brings a high level of respect and appreciation to the University of Iowa, and I am eternally grateful for all of her contributions to our team.? A former student-athlete and captain of the UI women?s volleyball team, O?Deen began a fruitful career alongside Colloton in 1983. ?I am honored and humbled by John?s generous gift in recognition of my career at UI Hospitals & Clinics,? says O?Deen. ?His mentorship and support contributed immensely to whatever success I?ve been able to realize during my tenure at UI Hospitals & Clinics. To be honored in parallel with Lisa Bluder, whom I greatly respect and admire, is overwhelming.? Colloton still walks the halls of UI Hospitals & Clinics and attends nearly every Hawkeye women?s basketball game at Carver-Hawkeye Arena. Even when he?s not present, his impact is felt at both places through his continued support. ?John?s gifts are moving and deeply appreciated,? says Gary Barta, the UI?s Henry B. and Patricia B. Tippie Director of Athletics Chair. ?He has made a tremendous impact on this great university?and we thank him for his continued leadership, passion, and support.? Support UI Stead Family Children?s Hospital or UI Women?s Basketball.

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