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Sep 15, 2024

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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Join us for the International Writing Program's Prairie Lights Reading Series this Sunday to hear readings by two 2024 Fall Residency writers and one University of Iowa MFA student. Nicholas Wong (poet, translator, visual artist; Hong Kong) is the author of Crevasse (2015), which won the Lambda Literary Award for Gay Poetry, and Besiege Me (2021), which was a finalist for the same award. He was also the winner of Australian Book Review’s Peter Porter Poetry Prize in 2018. His poems and tran...

Sep 17, 2024

11:00 AM - 3:00 PM

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Get your questions answered and kick-start your global experience at the University of Iowa Study Abroad Fair! Learn about short-term and semester-long study and internship programs that allow you to earn academic credit toward your degree at Iowa while exploring other cultures. Meet with study abroad advisors, faculty program directors, former student participants, and academic advisors to discover how international experiences can fit into your time at Iowa! All fair attendees who regist...

Sep 18, 2024

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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In April, the Department of Justice published new regulations that call for institutions of higher education to make all digital content, with few exceptions, accessible by April 2026 for larger institutions and April 2027 for certain smaller schools and populations. The regulations identify the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Version 2.1, Level AA (WCAG 2.1 AA) as the accessibility standard for compliance with the new rule. This session will focus on building awareness and understand...

Sep 18, 2024

5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

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Join Life in Iowa for a comprehensive virtual Optional Practical Training (OPT) workshop, sponsored by International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS). Link for event* *This link will will not be active until the day of the event. Life in Iowa is a program designed to assist international students in adjusting to life and the academic system here at the University of Iowa. It includes cultural events and academic sessions, as well as career series.

Sep 19, 2024

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Instructors: Michael Bortscheller, Director, International Student and Scholar Services and Brandon Paulson, Associate Director, International Student and Scholar Services Description: This introduction class will introduce the Building Our Global Community program and share an overview of the international student and scholar population at the University of Iowa. Participants will have opportunity to learn about the cultural adjustment experienced by international students and strategies ...

Sep 19, 2024

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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Starting Aug. 29, 2024, Life in Iowa, hosted by International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) and International Student Support and Engagement (ISSE), invite international students and scholars at the University of Iowa to join them for a weekly coffee hour every Thursday from 2 to 3 p.m. at T.Spoons coffee shop in the University Capitol Centre. Enjoy a (free!) coffee, tea, or hot chocolate and engage in casual conversations with students, staff, and campus and community partners on dif...

Sep 20, 2024

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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A conversation between three IWP 2024 Fall Residency writers on the theme of "Writing with the Weight of the World," followed by Q&A. Free pizza will be provided to those who attend in person. This event is supported by University of Iowa International Programs and the Stanley-UI Foundation Support Organization. Join us in Meeting Room A of the Iowa City Public Library, or watch live online via the ICPL YouTube channel: youtube.com/user/thelibrarychannel Lyuba Yakimchuk (poet, playwright, ...

Sep 24, 2024

5:00 PM

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Join us at the Shambaugh House (430 N. Clinton St, Iowa City) for a reading by three IWP 2024 Fall Residency writers. Mélanie Werder-Avilés (playwright, theatremaker, scholar; Spain) is the author of the plays *Buena suerte, chica; Sharenting; Nutella Days; and Tiradísimo de Precio [Dirt-cheap]; among others. Her play La Protagonista won the Lope de Vega award. She has been selected as a resident playwright at the Spanish National Drama Centre and has been a member of the International Summ...

Sep 25, 2024

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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Accessibility@IOWA’s Live from 2523 Series returns with our popular two-part PDF Accessibility session.  In Part II, we will use Acrobat Accessibility Checker to identify accessibility issues in an existing PDF. Then we will apply accessibility and other tools in Acrobat to remediate a document for improved accessibility. After completing a clean accessibility check in Acrobat, we’ll look at the PDF Accessibility Checker, a free utility that tests PDFs against the Matterhorn Protocol and We...

Sep 26, 2024

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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Join us for breakfast, practice networking, and meet with a small group of veteran-friendly employers for seeking out internships and full-time jobs prior to the All Majors Career Fair. This event is for UI veterans regardless of major and year in school. It is FREE to attend. 

Sep 26, 2024

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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Scholarly and creative research activity is a linchpin of faculty life at the University of Iowa. International collaboration has been demonstrated to boost the visibility and impact of research. This webinar will focus on the challenges and rewards of international scholarship, including cross-national research collaborations, grant proposals, ways to promote research to domestic and international audiences, the opportunities and potential pitfalls of publishing in non-US journals, and tact...

Sep 26, 2024

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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Starting Aug. 29, 2024, Life in Iowa, hosted by International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) and International Student Support and Engagement (ISSE), invite international students and scholars at the University of Iowa to join them for a weekly coffee hour every Thursday from 2 to 3 p.m. at T.Spoons coffee shop in the University Capitol Centre. Enjoy a (free!) coffee, tea, or hot chocolate and engage in casual conversations with students, staff, and campus and community partners on dif...

Sep 26, 2024

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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Join Life in Iowa for an informative workshop where you'll gain valuable insights into U.S. payroll and tax procedures to avoid common pitfalls and manage your finances effectively. This is a great opportunity to learn from experts and clarify any questions you might have. Link for event* *This link will will not be active until the day of the event. Life in Iowa is a program designed to assist international students in adjusting to life and the academic system here at the University of I...

Sep 26, 2024

4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

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Join the South Asian Studies Program (SASP), an International Programs affinity group, as they host a lecture by Professor Ajailiu Niumai on Thursday, Sept. 26, 2024, 4–5:30 p.m. (CDT) in the International Commons, room 1117 of the University Capitol Centre at the University of Iowa (UI). Through her talk, Unraveling Manipur conflict in Northeast India, Niumai will provide an overview of how peace eludes Manipur (Northeast India) in the aftermath of brutal violence that erupted in May 2023 ...

Sep 26, 2024

7:00 PM - 9:30 PM

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To kick off the Latino Native American Alumni Reunion, FilmScene will be screening the film Nelly Queen: The Life and Times of Jose Sarria, by Joe Castel, to raise money for the University of Iowa LNACC and Library LNACC Archives.

Sep 26, 2024

7:00 PM

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FilmScene will be screening the the film "Nelly Queen: The Life and Times of José Sarria" by University of Iowa alumni Joe Castel. This public screening will raise funds for the University of Iowa Latino Native American Cultural Center (LNACC) and Library LNACC Archives. A panel discussion will follow the film. 

Sep 27, 2024

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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A conversation between four IWP 2024 Fall Residency writers on the theme of "Why I Write," followed by Q&A. Free pizza will be provided to those who attend in person. This event is supported by University of Iowa International Programs and the Stanley-UI Foundation Support Organization. Join us in Meeting Room A of the Iowa City Public Library, or watch live online via the ICPL YouTube channel: youtube.com/user/thelibrarychannel Sabyn Javeri (fiction and nonfiction writer, translator; Paki...

Sep 27, 2024

1:00 PM - 6:00 PM

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Sep 27, 2024

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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Sep 27, 2024

8:00 PM - 10:00 PM

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The film "Nelly Queen: Life and Times of José Sarria", directed by alumni Joe Castel, will be screened. A panel discussion will follow the screening. 

Sep 28, 2024

8:00 AM - 8:50 AM

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The welcome ceremony will greet alumni and participants of the Latino Native American Alumni Alliance Reunion. University of Iowa President Barbara Wilson will introduce moderator Brenda Child and guest speakers Joy Harjo, Sandra Cisneros, and Juan Felipe Herrera. Tribal Elder Alex Walker of the Meskwaki Nation will offer a blessing, and there will be an overview of the reunion weekend activities. Learn more at this page. 

Sep 28, 2024

8:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Sep 28, 2024

10:00 AM - 11:45 AM

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Sep 28, 2024

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

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Sep 28, 2024

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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There will be concurrent sessions of Telling Our Stories throughout the afternoon in the following rooms:  Sigma Lambda Gamma and Sigma Lambda Beta (MGC Room) Los Bailadores Zapatistas, Conjunto Zapatista, Teatro Zapatista, Pow Wow, El Laberinto (Native American Room) Alumni Career Paths (Divine Nine Room)

Sep 28, 2024

4:00 PM - 5:15 PM

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There will be an open house of the LNACC, accompanied by a group photo on the lawn and a dedication to the new LNACC library. 

Sep 28, 2024

4:00 PM - 5:15 PM

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There will be a group photo taking place on the lawn of the LNACC before the open house, followed by the dedication of the new LNACC Library. 

Sep 28, 2024

7:00 PM - 10:00 PM

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Light appetizers and drinks will be served during this gathering and open mic to celebrate cultural music, art, dance, and literature.

Sep 29, 2024

8:45 AM - 10:15 AM

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Sep 29, 2024

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Sep 29, 2024

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

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Writers Workshop Alumni Speakers Joy Harjo, Juan Felipe Herrera, and Sandra Cisneros will speak followed by a book signing. 

Oct 1, 2024

5:00 PM - 6:00 PM

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Worried about the cost of studying abroad? Join us to uncover the secrets to funding your adventure without breaking the bank. Learn about scholarships, grants, and budgeting tips from fellow Hawkeyes who've mastered the art of making their global dreams a reality. The Study Abroad Conversation Series amplifies the voices of students who studied abroad allowing them to share their experiences and stories with students whether they have committed to studying abroad or not. All conversations ...

Oct 3, 2024

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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Starting Aug. 29, 2024, Life in Iowa, hosted by International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) and International Student Support and Engagement (ISSE), invite international students and scholars at the University of Iowa to join them for a weekly coffee hour every Thursday from 2 to 3 p.m. at T.Spoons coffee shop in the University Capitol Centre. Enjoy a (free!) coffee, tea, or hot chocolate and engage in casual conversations with students, staff, and campus and community partners on dif...

Oct 4, 2024

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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A conversation between four IWP 2024 Fall Residency writers on the theme of "In and out of Translation," followed by Q&A. Free pizza will be provided to those who attend in person. This event is supported by University of Iowa International Programs and the Stanley-UI Foundation Support Organization. Join us in Meeting Room A of the Iowa City Public Library, or watch live online via the ICPL YouTube channel: youtube.com/user/thelibrarychannel Felipe Franco Munhoz (fiction writer, poet, pla...

Oct 7, 2024

7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

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Ian is a conservative writer, speaker, and podcast host, originally from the United Kingdom. After graduating from Oxford University with a Bachelor's and Master's degree in Computer Science, Ian moved to the United States and worked as a Software Engineer in Silicon Valley. He spent nearly four years at Facebook, including on the “Misinformation” team as part of the “Fact-Checking” organization. Driven by a desire to speak out against the anti-conservative stance of Big Tech, Ian joined Th...

Oct 8, 2024

5:00 PM

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Join us at the Shambaugh House (430 N. Clinton St, Iowa City) for a reading by four IWP 2024 Fall Residency writers. Pervin Saket (poet, novelist, editor; India) is the author of the novel Urmila (2016), the poetry collection A Tinge of Turmeric (2009), and a series of 10 biographies in verse for children. She won the Srinivas Rayaprol Poetry Prize in 2021 and was awarded the Vancouver Manuscript Intensive Fellowship the same year. Her most recent poetry manuscript was a finalist for the Ga...

Oct 8, 2024

6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

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The University of Iowa Libraries and the Department of American Studies welcome all to attend a lecture in Shambaugh Auditorium by Ida Cordelia Beam Distinguished Visiting Professor Damion Thomas. In his talk, entitled "Leveling the Playing Field: Sports at the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture,” Thomas will provide a behind-the-scenes look at the sports gallery at the National Museum of African American History and Culture in Washington, D.C. Since opening...

Oct 8, 2024

6:30 PM

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Join Office of the State Archaeologist's Cherie Haury-Artz at the Swisher Public Library for an educational program, Native American Uses for Plants. Learn about objects in the University of Iowa Office of the State Archaeologist collections that illustrate the many non-food uses that Native People of North America found for plants. Plants from trees to grasses were utilized for building and wood carving, weaving and sewing, and creating colorful and beautiful objects. ...

Oct 9, 2024

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Instructors: Pauline Beazer James, Senior Advisor, International Student and Scholar Services, and Kevin Roiseland, Senior Advisor, International Student and Scholar Services Description: Immigration laws regulate many aspects of international students' lives, including entry to the United States, the conditions under which they may remain in this country and re-enter after traveling abroad, and eligibility for immigration benefits such as employment and extension of stay. This session wil...

Oct 10, 2024

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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Starting Aug. 29, 2024, Life in Iowa, hosted by International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) and International Student Support and Engagement (ISSE), invite international students and scholars at the University of Iowa to join them for a weekly coffee hour every Thursday from 2 to 3 p.m. at T.Spoons coffee shop in the University Capitol Centre. Enjoy a (free!) coffee, tea, or hot chocolate and engage in casual conversations with students, staff, and campus and community partners on dif...

Oct 11, 2024

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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A conversation between four IWP 2024 Fall Residency writers on the theme of "The Writer’s Voice and the Reader’s Ear," followed by Q&A. Free pizza will be provided to those who attend in person. This event is supported by University of Iowa International Programs and the Stanley-UI Foundation Support Organization. Join us in Meeting Room A of the Iowa City Public Library, or watch live online via the ICPL YouTube channel: youtube.com/user/thelibrarychannel Saad Z. Hossain (fiction writer; ...

Oct 14, 2024

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Join us for the Women in Micro & Immuno Coffee Hour. It is the monthly coffee hour on the second Monday of the month from 11 a.m. to noon in 1289 CBRB. Enjoy coffee, pastries and contribute to the discussion! This is open to ALL — students, staff, postdocs, and faculty interested in promoting women in science. Speakers change monthly. Contact: jessica-tucker@uiowa.edu for details.

Oct 14, 2024

7:30 PM - 8:30 PM

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How do politics affect what poets or novelists write, and even how they write it? How does literature inform political discourse? What is cultural diplomacy, why is it so important, and what is the UI’s role in promoting it? For this inaugural event in the Obermann Center’s new Counterpoint public conversation series, Christopher Merrill — poet, nonfiction writer, translator, editor, and director of the UI’s renowned International Writing Program — and Loren Glass, a historian of creative w...

Oct 17, 2024

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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Starting Aug. 29, 2024, Life in Iowa, hosted by International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) and International Student Support and Engagement (ISSE), invite international students and scholars at the University of Iowa to join them for a weekly coffee hour every Thursday from 2 to 3 p.m. at T.Spoons coffee shop in the University Capitol Centre. Enjoy a (free!) coffee, tea, or hot chocolate and engage in casual conversations with students, staff, and campus and community partners on dif...

Oct 18, 2024

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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A conversation between four IWP 2024 Fall Residency writers on the theme of "Balancing Life as an Artist," followed by Q&A. Free pizza will be provided to those who attend in person. This event is supported by University of Iowa International Programs and the Stanley-UI Foundation Support Organization. Join us in Meeting Room A of the Iowa City Public Library, or watch live online via the ICPL YouTube channel: youtube.com/user/thelibrarychannel Lisa Allen-Agostini (fiction writer, poet, ed...

Oct 24, 2024

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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Starting Aug. 29, 2024, Life in Iowa, hosted by International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) and International Student Support and Engagement (ISSE), invite international students and scholars at the University of Iowa to join them for a weekly coffee hour every Thursday from 2 to 3 p.m. at T.Spoons coffee shop in the University Capitol Centre. Enjoy a (free!) coffee, tea, or hot chocolate and engage in casual conversations with students, staff, and campus and community partners on dif...

Oct 24, 2024

6:30 PM - 8:00 PM

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Samuel G. Freedman is an award-winning author, columnist, and professor at Columbia University. He is the author of ten books, including Into the Bright Sunshine: Young Hubert Humphrey and the Fight for Civil Rights (2023). Historian Jon Meacham hailed the book as “a compelling and important account of Humphrey’s critical role in the freedom struggles of the mid-20th century.”   Freedman’s previous books include Small Victories: The Real World of a Teacher, Her Students and Their High Schoo...

Oct 25, 2024

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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A conversation between four IWP 2024 Fall Residency writers on the theme of "Blurred Boundaries," followed by Q&A. Free pizza will be provided to those who attend in person. This event is supported by University of Iowa International Programs and the Stanley-UI Foundation Support Organization. Join us in Meeting Room A of the Iowa City Public Library, or watch live online via the ICPL YouTube channel: youtube.com/user/thelibrarychannel Priya Hein (fiction and nonfiction writer; Mauritius) ...

Oct 28, 2024

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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Instructors: Shuhui Lin, International Education Program and Student Affairs Advisor, International Student and Scholar Services, and Brandon Paulson, Associate Director, International Student and Scholar Services Cross-listed with Supervising Today’s Students Description: Will you be supervising international student employees? If so, this course if for you. International students are a tremendous resource to our campus. Awareness of both the benefits and challenges of cross-cultural sup...

Oct 30, 2024

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Instructors: Phoebe Nishimoto, Study Abroad Advisor & Program Coordinator, Study Abroad Description: Study abroad is a valuable opportunity for UI undergraduate students to gain new perspectives and skills to apply in our global workplace. When studying abroad students fulfill academic, professional, and personal goals. We will discuss the benefits and challenges of international education, the specifics of study abroad participation at UI, and resources to help students from the point of ...

Oct 31, 2024

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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Starting Aug. 29, 2024, Life in Iowa, hosted by International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) and International Student Support and Engagement (ISSE), invite international students and scholars at the University of Iowa to join them for a weekly coffee hour every Thursday from 2 to 3 p.m. at T.Spoons coffee shop in the University Capitol Centre. Enjoy a (free!) coffee, tea, or hot chocolate and engage in casual conversations with students, staff, and campus and community partners on dif...

Nov 7, 2024

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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Starting Aug. 29, 2024, Life in Iowa, hosted by International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) and International Student Support and Engagement (ISSE), invite international students and scholars at the University of Iowa to join them for a weekly coffee hour every Thursday from 2 to 3 p.m. at T.Spoons coffee shop in the University Capitol Centre. Enjoy a (free!) coffee, tea, or hot chocolate and engage in casual conversations with students, staff, and campus and community partners on dif...

Nov 7, 2024

5:00 PM

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Join us at the Shambaugh House (430 N. Clinton St, Iowa City) for a reading by three IWP 2024 Fall Residency writers. Smith Likongwe (playwright, poet, fiction and nonfiction writer, academic; Malawi) is a lecturer in Drama and Theatre Studies at the University of Malawi. He also serves as the president of the Association Internationale du Théâtre pour l'Enfance et la Jeunesse (ASSITEJ) Malawi. His publications include Kamuzu Banda and Other Pays (2019), Living Playscripts: A Trilogy (2018)...

Nov 8, 2024

3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

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Instructors: Pauline Beazer James, Senior Advisor, International Student and Scholar Services; Rudia W. Kihura, PhD, Assistant Professor, Educational Psychology & Early Childhood, Black Hills State University; and Brandon Paulson, Associate Director, International Student and Scholar Services Description: In this interactive class, we will engage in the Story Stitch activity to learn about each other through the stories shared and conversations ignited. This activity involves splitting int...

Nov 11, 2024

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Join us for the Women in Micro & Immuno Coffee Hour. It is the monthly coffee hour on the second Monday of the month from 11 a.m. to noon in 1289 CBRB. Enjoy coffee, pastries and contribute to the discussion! This is open to ALL — students, staff, postdocs, and faculty interested in promoting women in science. Speakers change monthly. Contact: jessica-tucker@uiowa.edu for details.

Nov 13, 2024

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Instructors: Shuhui Lin, International Education Program and Student Affairs Advisor, International Student and Scholar Services, and Brandon Paulson, Associate Director, International Student and Scholar Services      Description: In this two-part interactive class, participants will explore the four intercultural conflict styles using the Intercultural Conflict Style Inventory (ICS). The ICS is an 18-item assessment that measures individuals’ core approaches to communicating about differ...

Nov 14, 2024

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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Starting Aug. 29, 2024, Life in Iowa, hosted by International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) and International Student Support and Engagement (ISSE), invite international students and scholars at the University of Iowa to join them for a weekly coffee hour every Thursday from 2 to 3 p.m. at T.Spoons coffee shop in the University Capitol Centre. Enjoy a (free!) coffee, tea, or hot chocolate and engage in casual conversations with students, staff, and campus and community partners on dif...

Nov 20, 2024

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Instructors: Shuhui Lin, International Education Program and Student Affairs Advisor, International Student and Scholar Services, and Brandon Paulson, Associate Director, International Student and Scholar Services.      Description: In this two-part interactive class, participants will explore the four intercultural conflict styles using the Intercultural Conflict Style Inventory (ICS). The ICS is an 18-item assessment that measures individuals’ core approaches to communicating about diffe...

Nov 20, 2024

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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The recent 50th anniversary of Title IX, the landmark legislation outlawing sex discrimination in education, prompted widespread reflection on its implications and impact. During this online talk, Iowa Women’s Archives staff Anna Holland and Kate Orazem will interweave the history of Title IX with the life and career of Dr. Christine Grant, a national advocate for equity in sports and the first and only director of women’s athletics at the University of Iowa. The presenters will reflect on t...

Nov 20, 2024

5:00 PM - 6:00 PM

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Your study abroad experience can be a game-changer for your career! Find out how to leverage international internships, incorporate study abroad into your resume, and make your global experiences stand out to future employers. The Study Abroad Conversation Series amplifies the voices of students who studied abroad allowing them to share their experiences and stories with students whether they have committed to studying abroad or not. All conversations feature current or former study abroad ...

Nov 21, 2024

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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Starting Aug. 29, 2024, Life in Iowa, hosted by International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) and International Student Support and Engagement (ISSE), invite international students and scholars at the University of Iowa to join them for a weekly coffee hour every Thursday from 2 to 3 p.m. at T.Spoons coffee shop in the University Capitol Centre. Enjoy a (free!) coffee, tea, or hot chocolate and engage in casual conversations with students, staff, and campus and community partners on dif...

Nov 28, 2024

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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Starting Aug. 29, 2024, Life in Iowa, hosted by International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) and International Student Support and Engagement (ISSE), invite international students and scholars at the University of Iowa to join them for a weekly coffee hour every Thursday from 2 to 3 p.m. at T.Spoons coffee shop in the University Capitol Centre. Enjoy a (free!) coffee, tea, or hot chocolate and engage in casual conversations with students, staff, and campus and community partners on dif...

Dec 3, 2024

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Instructors: Pauline Beazer James, Senior Advisor, International Student and Scholar Services, and Shuhui Lin, International Education Program and Student Affairs Advisor, International Student and Scholar Services      Description: In this two-part interactive class, participants will learn about developing their intercultural insights by exploring the Intercultural Development Inventory (IDI). The IDI generates an individual profile of “worldview orientation to commonalities and differen...

Dec 5, 2024

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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Starting Aug. 29, 2024, Life in Iowa, hosted by International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) and International Student Support and Engagement (ISSE), invite international students and scholars at the University of Iowa to join them for a weekly coffee hour every Thursday from 2 to 3 p.m. at T.Spoons coffee shop in the University Capitol Centre. Enjoy a (free!) coffee, tea, or hot chocolate and engage in casual conversations with students, staff, and campus and community partners on dif...

Dec 9, 2024

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Join us for the Women in Micro & Immuno Coffee Hour. It is the monthly coffee hour on the second Monday of the month from 11 a.m. to noon in 1289 CBRB. Enjoy coffee, pastries and contribute to the discussion! This is open to ALL — students, staff, postdocs, and faculty interested in promoting women in science. Speakers change monthly. Contact: jessica-tucker@uiowa.edu for details.

Dec 10, 2024

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Instructors: Pauline Beazer James, Senior Advisor, International Student and Scholar Services, and Shuhui Lin, International Education Program and Student Affairs Advisor, International Student and Scholar Services.      Description: In this two-part interactive class, participants will learn about developing their intercultural insights by exploring the Intercultural Development Inventory (IDI). The IDI generates an individual profile of “worldview orientation to commonalities and differe...

Feb 4, 2025

5:00 PM - 6:00 PM

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Want to gain skills that will set you apart in a global job market? This session is all about how studying abroad can help you build the cross-cultural competencies and global awareness that today’s employers are looking for. The Study Abroad Conversation Series amplifies the voices of students who studied abroad allowing them to share their experiences and stories with students whether they have committed to studying abroad or not. All conversations feature current or former study abroad s...

Feb 12, 2025

3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

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Teaching in a new cultural environment can be both rewarding and challenging. This panel discussion is designed to share faculty expertise on how to address these issues. In this panel discussion, veteran faculty with successful teaching careers at the University of Iowa will share different pedagogical approaches and discuss ways to enrich classroom environments based on transnational knowledge and wide-ranging experiences to enhance students’ learning outcomes. The panel is also meant to f...

Mar 28, 2025

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Mar 31, 2025

5:00 PM - 6:00 PM

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Traveling abroad isn't just about the destination—it's about the journey. Learn how to travel mindfully, respecting cultures and making meaningful connections along the way. Join us to hear how other Hawkeyes have embraced mindful travel and made the most of their experiences abroad. The Study Abroad Conversation Series amplifies the voices of students who studied abroad allowing them to share their experiences and stories with students whether they have committed to studying abroad or not....