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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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With the help of new funding from Jerre and Mary Joy Stead, Georgina Aldridge is unearthing findings related to dementia with Lewy bodies?the second-most common form of dementia in the U.S. PHOTO: Liz Martin/University of Iowa Health Care Georgina Aldridge (left), a top neurologist and neuroscientist, specializes in treating and diagnosing patients with Lewy body dementia. It?s a phone call Georgina Aldridge will never forget. Nearly 15 years ago, Aldridge was a PhD student, when she got a call from a mentor and friend. PHOTO: Liz Martin/University of Iowa Health Care Georgina Aldridge ?He told me that there were people outside his house with guns, and they were trying to kill him,? says Aldridge. ?He wanted me to call 911 because he had been kidnapped. I was quite shocked.? Aldridge, along with many of her peers, started to know something was wrong with their professor, who was in the prime of his career as a neural development and brain plasticity researcher. It wasn?t until his death in 2014 that they had an answer. He had Lewy body dementia, a disease where abnormal deposits of protein affect chemicals in the brain and lead to thinking, movement, behavior, and mood issues. It?s the second-most common form of dementia in the U.S.?with more than 1 million Americans living with the disease?and it?s been diagnosed in celebrities such as actor and comedian Robin Williams and all-star baseball pitcher Tom Seaver. Yet, there is little known about the disease that blends symptoms such as hallucinations and dementia together. For Aldridge, the diagnosis of her mentor provided clarity and a pivot in her professional aspirations. Using research to explore Lewy body dementia treatments Since arriving at Iowa 11 years ago, Aldridge has dedicated her professional career to exploring Lewy body dementia symptoms and treatments. She?s part of the Iowa Center for Neurodegeneration, which includes more than two dozen researchers working together to find answers to Alzheimer?s disease, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), frontotemporal dementia, Lewy body dementia, Parkinson?s disease, and more. Aldridge uses mouse models to investigate Lewy body dementia symptoms to see what connections in the brain may cause the condition. ?Mice are very simple beings, but they do have a lot in common with humans,? says Aldridge. ?In some ways they?re closer to us than dogs. With my studies, I?m placing Lewy body proteins in the top of the brain?the cortex?and in the part of the brain that makes norepinephrine and seeing what symptoms are exhibited and what circuits are impacted.? At Iowa, neuroscience groups such as the Aldridge Lab take on some of the most challenging cases throughout the Midwest, and she?s worked with some of her patients for many years. ?We have a large catch-net of patients, and they tend to stay?allowing us to be part of their entire journey through their diseases,? says Aldridge. ?These relationships have important consequences for how we design both our human and animal research. Some of my patients have since died. Because they donated their brains, we?ve been able to look at what cells were hurt, what circuits were impacted, and discover differences that we wouldn?t have found otherwise.? Unlike other forms of dementia, people who are affected by this disease also exhibit psychiatric symptoms?bringing hallucinations and dementia together, as well as depression, anxiety, panic attacks, sleeping problems, and mood issues. ?One moment our patients are really smart and talking to you. The next moment they drop down into delirium,? says Aldridge. ?That?s called a fluctuation. These patients have problems everywhere inside their brains, so it?s something we can study. The problem is there?s actually too much going wrong.? While Aldridge is using mouse models to advance research, she?s also part of a recently released study that found that certain drugs used to treat enlarged prostates may also decrease the risk for Lewy body dementia. ?Diseases like dementia with Lewy bodies, or Parkinson's disease, or Alzheimer's disease are debilitating, and we don't really have any good treatments that can modify the disease progression,? said Jacob Simmering, an assistant professor of internal medicine at Iowa, who led and authored the study. ?We can treat symptoms, but we can?t actually slow the disease. One of the most exciting things about this study is that we find that same neuroprotective effect [from the prostate drugs] that we saw in Parkinson's disease. If there is a broadly protective mechanism, these medications could potentially be used to manage or prevent other neurodegenerative diseases.? PHOTO: Liz Martin/University of Iowa Health Care For more than a decade, Georgina Aldridge (right) has dedicated her career to exploring Lewy body dementia treatments and symptoms. From bench to bedside: Helping treat Lewy body dementia symptoms Beyond her research efforts, Aldridge sees patients with all types of dementias in clinic. Unlike some dementias, dementia with Lewy bodies is now diagnosable in life. ?The protein that?s involved gets into nerves throughout your body, and it?s so much in your nerves that I can actually perform a skin biopsy to diagnosis it,? says Aldridge. ?A specific protein, synuclein, is building up and ruining certain types of cells. My patients with Lewy body dementia each present very different symptoms?one person?s disease starts with hallucinations, another with insomnia. If we can connect which cells die with one symptom or another in this disease, we may better understand these complex symptoms across the population.? In 2021, the Roy J. Carver Charitable Trust funded a patient registry so that Aldridge and her colleagues could start tracking and seeing Lewy body dementia symptoms as they happened. Now, with a $375,000 gift from the Stead Family Scholars program, Aldridge and her team are expanding the registry beyond 25 patients. Since 2022, the Stead Family Scholars program has supported early-career tenure-track faculty with outstanding research and leadership potential in their respective fields. Jerre Stead (65BBA), whose mother battled Alzheimer?s disease for 14 years, says he?s proud to be helping advance research related to all forms of dementia. ?Nothing else takes a person away from family like dementia,? he says. ?Mary Joy and I always said that if we got the opportunity, we were going to invest to help change the world. Fortunately, we?ve been blessed, and we?re able to contribute to what we hope will be life-changing and life-saving research.? Using various wearable devices, biosensors, and daily journaling, Aldridge is tracking patients? sleep and how it affects their moods?with the hope of discovering Lewy body dementia treatments based on the individual patient. Currently, Aldridge?s neuroscience group is tracking patient medications, changes in their daily routines, and more. ?Through wearable devices, we might be able to tell that someone slept poorly, and that may cause that person to have a bad day in 24 to 48 hours,? says Aldridge. ?We?re looking for predictors that things might go badly soon. If we can predict those fluctuations, we may be able to set up an intervention.? Aldridge?s goal is to continue to find Lewy body dementia treatments and interventions, but she also wants to create a patient-focused dementia community center that integrates research into their lives and improves care. Wherever her research takes her, Aldridge is thrilled to be doing it at Iowa. ?My time here has exceeded my wildest expectations,? she says. ?At every stage I?ve gotten incredible mentorship as I?ve been able to make my professional and personal dreams a reality.?

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