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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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The College of Education graduate was an ardent supporter of her alma mater, making a lasting impact for future generations. Linda Baker (68BA) once told a group of educators that while she gained so much from her time at the University of Iowa, she realized on her first day as a teacher that a lifetime of learning had only just begun. ?I had 42 students in my homeroom, and I truly had no clue what to do,? said Baker at the 2015 University of Iowa Teacher Education Convocation. ?I learned that I needed to meet my students where they are?not where I think they are.? That lesson proved valuable throughout Baker?s life. No matter what she did, she was a teacher at heart. Baker?whose generosity made a difference not only for her students, but for her alma mater?died Dec. 27, 2023, at age 77. ?No one told a better story, loved people more, or was more devoted to her family and Iowa than our friend Linda.? ?UI CENTER FOR ADVANCEMENT PRESIDENT AND CEO Lynette Marshall Photo courtesy UI College of Education Dale and Linda Baker (back left) attend the dedication of the UI College of Education-based Linda R. Baker Teacher Leadership Center in 2016. A Match Made at Iowa Linda Ihrke Baker was born May 9, 1946, and grew up in Chicago. She enrolled at the University of Iowa and went on a blind date during her freshman year to an Iowa versus Northwestern men?s basketball game. It proved to be a fateful night. Photo courtesy UI Special Collections Linda?s portrait in the 1968 Hawkeye yearbook ?A friend of mine from high school?who was also at Iowa?wanted to go to the game that night,? said Baker. ?Her boyfriend had a roommate who wanted to go to the game, and she asked if I would go with him. His name was Dale [Baker]. We never stopped dating after that.? The couple went on to graduate from the UI in 1968?Dale with degrees in business administration and accounting, and Linda with a degree in English and a certification in secondary education. They married in July, just a few months after graduation. Dale enjoyed a successful career in public accounting at Ernst & Young, where he rose to partner before taking the entrepreneurial plunge. In 1990, he founded Baker Healthcare Consulting, which specialized in Medicare payment strategies. He also consulted with members of Congress on a variety of health care issues and worked as a federal lobbyist. Linda pursued community and children?s services opportunities, working as a preschool teacher for a United Way agency, as a middle school teacher, and as an investigative reporter for a local consumer magazine. She also spent 19 years working in an elementary school library. But as her life unfolded, Linda began to concentrate on volunteer organizations and supporting causes that were important to her and Dale. Photo courtesy UI College of Education Linda Baker (left) with Manju Balasubramanyam, principal at Delhi Public School Bangalore North (center), and UI College of Education Dean Dan Clay (right) at the India Winterim program in 2017. A Hawkeye Philanthropist Since their years at the UI, the Bakers have remained linked to their alma mater through acts of volunteerism and altruism. It all started with a $12.50 gift to the Iowa Impact Fund, which provides unrestricted support to benefit students, faculty, and staff. ?We?ve always had a laugh over that,? said Linda. ?It?s such an odd amount. It shows that you can start low and work your way up.? Since then, the Bakers have established a six-decade legacy of philanthropy and have been among the most generous donors to the university. That includes support for the Tippie College of Business and the Colleges of Education, Public Health, and Liberal Arts & Sciences, as well as women?s basketball, Hancher, and UI Libraries. ?She was truly one of the greats,? says Amy Kristof-Brown, who holds the title of Henry B. Tippie Dean within the Henry B. Tippie College of Business. ?She was such an amazing lady, whose passion and enthusiasm for life and learning will have a long legacy.? Linda created the Dr. Ken Magid Child Advocacy Scholarship in 2005 after she traveled to Romania as part of the then-UI Alumni Association?s first service-oriented trip. While there, she volunteered at an orphanage, which inspired her to create a scholarship to enable UI students to engage in similar service-learning experiences. The scholarship memorializes Linda?s former teacher and mentor. Additionally, the Bakers support the Linda R. Baker Teacher Leader Center and professional development and cultural learning opportunities for students in the College of Education. ?Linda Baker was a true advocate for education with a kind and generous heart,? says College of Education Dean Dan Clay, who traveled to India with Linda and a group of UI students and faculty as part of the India Winterim program in 2017. ?She believed in making sure every student had access to opportunities, regardless of their ability to pay.? ?She was truly one of the greats.? ?HENRY B. TIPPIE DEAN Amy Kristof-Brown Her support went well beyond giving to the university that she loved so much. Linda served on the UI Alumni Association Board from 2009-2015 and the College of Education Advisory Board. Linda was also honored with the 2023 UI International Impact Award. Together, the couple received the UI?s Distinguished Alumni Award in 2016. ?No one told a better story, loved people more, or was more devoted to her family and Iowa than our friend Linda,? says Lynette Marshall, UI Center for Advancement president and CEO. ?She will be deeply missed.? Beyond Iowa, Linda was an ardent supporter of Camp Courageous, Golden History Museums, and the Iowa Health Foundation. Linda is survived by her husband, Dale (68BBA); a son and daughter-in-law, Brian and Leslie Baker; and one granddaughter, Addison.

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