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Mar 19, 2024

Mar 19, 2024

1:00 PM

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Are you struggling to communicate your science in a public-facing abstract? Do you need assistance this semester with a journal article about a new experiment? Our group welcomes students to workshop and develop their projects-in-progress in a supportive peer environment. Tutors are present during our weekly sessions to provide resources, feedback, and training on science writing skills. Tuesdays, 1–2 p.m., 4650 SC Ten weeks running Jan. 30 through April 9. Register here: https://engineer...

Mar 19, 2024

2:00 PM

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Calling all engineering thesis writers looking to further your work! We invite you to draft and revise your manuscripts this semester in a tutor-guided weekly group meeting with fellow students. No matter what stage your dissertation is in, our meetings will help you to grow the project with feedback and support. Tuesdays,  2–3 p.m., 4650 SC Ten weeks running Jan. 30 through April 9 Register here: https://engineering.uiowa.edu/form/hcc-graduate-student-dissertatio

Mar 19, 2024

3:00 PM - 4:15 PM

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This workshop is designed for those who are interested in learning about common spatial data structures, and basic spatial data handling. Participants will be introduced to online open sources for spatial data, basic mapping for publications and some common spatial analyses. The workshop will utilize the GIS platform ArcGIS Pro, which the University of Iowa provides access to. No background knowledge is required. Instructor: Austin Tang

Mar 19, 2024

6:30 PM - 8:00 PM

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Join the Latino Native American Cultural Center, the Native American Student Association, and the University Counceling Servce for a night of self care. With a variety of fun and informative activities you will learn new ways to take care of yourself. Snacks and light refreshments will be provided. 

Mar 20, 2024

Mar 20, 2024

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Virtual Event

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Open Access to scientific literature is one of the most hotly debated topics in scholarly publishing. This workshop will provide an overview of what scientists need to know when making their research open access. We will cover the basics of what we mean by open access, how open access relates to the NIH Public Access policy, open access journals in the biomedical sciences, predatory publishing scams, and best practices for evaluating your open access options. PLEASE NOTE Class will be taug...

Mar 20, 2024

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Open Access to scientific literature is one of the most hotly debated topics in scholarly publishing. This workshop will provide an overview of what scientists need to know when making their research open access. We will cover the basics of what we mean by open access, how open access relates to the NIH Public Access policy, open access journals in the biomedical sciences, predatory publishing scams, and best practices for evaluating your open access options. PLEASE NOTE Class will be taug...

Mar 20, 2024

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Online venue,

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1. Overview R is a popular programming language for statistical computing and graphics. This 2-day workshop focuses on the basic concepts and features of R that will serve as building blocks for data analysis tasks. The workshop is taught using RStudio in the Interactive Data Analytics Service (IDAS). 2. Prerequisites This workshop is for learners who have no experience with R and no experience with computer programming. A basic understanding of general descriptive statistics may be help...

Mar 20, 2024

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Instructors: Pauline Beazer James, Senior Advisor, International Student and Scholar Services; and Shuhui Lin, Coordinator of International Student Support and Engagement; International Student and Scholar Services/Multicultural and International Student Support and Engagement Description: In this two-part class, participants will learn about developing their intercultural insights by exploring the Intercultural Development Inventory (IDI). The IDI generates an individual profile of “world...

Mar 20, 2024

11:30 AM

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In this four-week course, we will talk about what employers are looking for during an interview (and also what tends to make a bad impression). We will analyze and dissect typical behavioral interview questions, such as "Tell me about a time you failed" and workshop strong answers. We will also talk about body language and breath support, and practice mock interviews so that students can put it all together. Limit 10 participants. Wednesdays, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m., 4650 SC Four weeks runni...

Mar 20, 2024

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

Virtual Event

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The Office of Graduate Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion is happy to announce the next installment in our Virtual Conversation Series, featuring Dr. Edmarie Guzmán-Vélez! Entitled "Empowering Diversity in STEM Leadership: Navigating the Grant Writing Journey," this conversation will center on Dr. Guzmán-Vélez's work in advocating for more underrepresented leaders in STEM. She will also discuss how to write grant proposals!  Dr. Guzmán-Vélez was born and raised in Puerto Rico. She completed a b...

Mar 20, 2024

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

Virtual Event

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Instructors: Jennifer Teitle, PhD, Assistant Dean for Graduate Development and Postdoctoral Affairs of the Graduate College and Brady Krien, PhD, MLIS, Assistant Director for Graduate Student Success & Assessment, Graduate College Description: This session will help guide graduate and professional students to map out their career path after graduation. Facilitators will help tackle some concerns international graduate students might have regarding employment in the United States. Facilitat...

Mar 20, 2024

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Virtual Event

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This hands-on session will help you improve your searching through best practices for basic and advanced searching and show you features for saving or exporting citations. The session will also help you understand medical subject headings (MeSH) and how they improve your search as well as the benefits of a MyNCBI account. PLEASE NOTE: Advance registration is required for Zoom. Registrants will be emailed the Zoom link 30 minutes before the class time.

Mar 21, 2024

Mar 21, 2024

1:00 PM

Virtual Event

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Arrange gene sequences in pairwise alignment and determine how they compare to one another. Come in person to the Sciences Library or register for Zoom.

Mar 21, 2024

2:00 PM - 3:15 PM

Lower level Public Policy Research Building (PPRB) 008

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This workshop will discuss the basics of Python programming. You will be involved in installing and configuring Python environment, getting used to Python data structures, and creating simple Python scripts. Tutorials for the Python environment setting, and example codes will be provided. Participants are encouraged to bring their laptops to follow along. Instructor: Anindita Bandyopadhyay

Mar 21, 2024

6:30 PM

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Join artist, innovator, designer and UIowa alum Suzanne Tick for two insightful conversations about her work. What Now?  Wednesday, March 20 | 6 p.m. |E125 Visual Arts Building What Now? will feature the ever-changing discussion of evolution, connectivity with the world around us, and what is relevant for the time as we move forward as creatives in a post-Covid world. Making Materials Matter Thursday, March 21 | 6:30 p.m. |240 Art Building West Making Materials Matter is a visual journ...

Mar 21, 2024

7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

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Join Melinda Myers, Assistant Professor of Contemporary Dance and Choreography, for a fun Prompt for the Planet workshop that lets you connect with nature through art! Whether you're an experienced artist or just starting to dip your toes into the world of creativity, this workshop is open to all skill levels. Space is limited!  Please register at https://uiowa.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_5tmleArm2C7Lnds What to Expect: Guided Exploration - Professor Myers will help you explore the voice ...

Mar 22, 2024

Mar 22, 2024

8:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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This workshop will help you understand the purposes (e.g., formative vs. summative) of assessment in learning, select the appropriate assessment type (e.g., multiple choice questions, written tests, performance assessments) for the levels of learners' knowledge/skills being assessed, and utilize useful strategies for planning/evaluating your assessment practice in health professions education. Objectives: Understand the definition and purposes of assessment in medical education; Underst...

Mar 22, 2024

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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1. Overview R is a popular programming language for statistical computing and graphics. This 2-day workshop focuses on the basic concepts and features of R that will serve as building blocks for data analysis tasks. The workshop is taught using RStudio in the Interactive Data Analytics Service (IDAS). 2. Prerequisites This workshop is for learners who have no experience with R and no experience with computer programming. A basic understanding of general descriptive statistics may be help...

Mar 22, 2024

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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In preparation for the April 26 Story Lab Showcase at MERGE, we will meet Fridays in March and April starting on 3/8. Attend these casual sessions to workshop and practice your story. Questions? Contact Nick Westergaard at nick-westergaard@uiowa.edu.

Mar 22, 2024

3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

Virtual Event

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Instructors: Pauline Beazer James, Senior Advisor, International Student and Scholar Services; and Brandon Paulson, Assistant Director, International Student and Scholar Services. Description: In this two-part interactive session, you will learn about the four intercultural conflict styles. You will discover your preferred cultural approach for resolving conflict and that of others by completing the Intercultural Conflict Style (ICS) inventory developed by Dr. Mitchell Hammer. In addition,...

Mar 24, 2024

Mar 24, 2024

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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Join Melinda Myers, Assistant Professor of Contemporary Dance and Choreography, for a fun Prompt for the Planet workshop that lets you connect with nature through art!  Whether you're an experienced artist or just starting to dip your toes into the world of creativity, this workshop is open to all skill levels. Space is limited!  Please register at https://uiowa.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_5tmleArm2C7Lnds What to Expect: Guided Exploration - Professor Myers will help you explore the voice...

Mar 24, 2024

2:30 PM - 4:30 PM

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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 fo...

Mar 25, 2024

Mar 25, 2024

5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Virtual Event

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Use these supportive peer coaching sessions to work on a story for our storytelling event, the Virtual Showcase on April 8. You must sign up for and attend one of the online coaching sessions to participate in the Showcase. Again, pick the time that works best for you. March 25, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. CT April 1, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. CT Location: Online via Zoom

Mar 26, 2024

Mar 26, 2024

11:00 AM - 11:50 AM

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Learn about tools to create effective time management plans and to recognize how your academic success is affected by time management. Presented by Academic Support and Retention. Check out the Student Success Workshops page for other workshops offered through the semester. Sign up here for this session! Registration is not required, but will send you a calendar invite and a reminder.

Mar 26, 2024

12:30 PM - 1:45 PM

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In this workshop, you will learn the basics of survey recruitment development. You will be introduced to best practices for writing survey invitations and reminder messages. We will also discuss implementation timelines and incentives. Instructor: Nikki Tennessen

Mar 26, 2024

1:00 PM

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Are you struggling to communicate your science in a public-facing abstract? Do you need assistance this semester with a journal article about a new experiment? Our group welcomes students to workshop and develop their projects-in-progress in a supportive peer environment. Tutors are present during our weekly sessions to provide resources, feedback, and training on science writing skills. Tuesdays, 1–2 p.m., 4650 SC Ten weeks running Jan. 30 through April 9. Register here: https://engineer...

Mar 26, 2024

2:00 PM

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Calling all engineering thesis writers looking to further your work! We invite you to draft and revise your manuscripts this semester in a tutor-guided weekly group meeting with fellow students. No matter what stage your dissertation is in, our meetings will help you to grow the project with feedback and support. Tuesdays,  2–3 p.m., 4650 SC Ten weeks running Jan. 30 through April 9 Register here: https://engineering.uiowa.edu/form/hcc-graduate-student-dissertatio

Mar 26, 2024

3:00 PM - 4:15 PM

Lower level Public Policy Research Building (PPRB) 008

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This workshop is designed for those who are familiar with regression analysis, providing the basics of spatial regression using spdep packages in R. This workshop highlights why spatial models are necessary and provides step-by-step guidelines on how to analyze geospatial data. Participants will learn to measure spatial dependency in geographic data and perform spatial regression in R. Some familiarity with spatial data and GIS software is recommended but not necessary. Datasets and slides a...

Mar 27, 2024

Mar 27, 2024

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

Virtual Event

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Instructors: Pauline Beazer James, Senior Advisor, International Student and Scholar Services; and Shuhui Lin, Coordinator of International Student Support and Engagement; International Student and Scholar Services/Multicultural and International Student Support and Engagement Description: In this two-part class, participants will learn about developing their intercultural insights by exploring the Intercultural Development Inventory (IDI). The IDI generates an individual profile of “world...

Mar 27, 2024

11:30 AM

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In this four-week course, we will talk about what employers are looking for during an interview (and also what tends to make a bad impression). We will analyze and dissect typical behavioral interview questions, such as "Tell me about a time you failed" and workshop strong answers. We will also talk about body language and breath support, and practice mock interviews so that students can put it all together. Limit 10 participants. Wednesdays, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m., 4650 SC Four weeks runni...

Mar 27, 2024

2:00 PM

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Are you planning to present a poster at the College of Engineering Research Open House? Whether you are an undergraduate student presenting your research for the first time or an experienced graduate student looking to up your poster and delivery game, join us for a four-week, interactive workshop. We will share best practices for poster design and delivery, and then you will practice and receive feedback in a low-stakes peer environment.  Wednesdays, 2–3 p.m., 4650 SC Four weeks running M...

Mar 27, 2024

2:30 PM - 3:20 PM

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In this workshop you will learn more about SDS and what we do.  You will learn about different types of disabilities; the application process; common accommodations; our academic support programs; and how we may be able to help you. Check out the Student Success Workshops page for other workshops offered through the semester. Sign up here for this session! Registration is not required, but by registering you will receive a calendar invitation, virtual log-in information (if applicable) and...

Mar 27, 2024

2:30 PM - 3:45 PM

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This workshop will offer a basic introduction to Stata. Participants will be introduced to the Stata interface, command syntax, do-files, and basic functions (e.g., opening a dataset, summary statistics, etc.). We will also discuss how to manage single and multiple datasets. This is an introductory workshop appropriate for those with limited or no familiarity with Stata. Example code will be provided. Instructor: Chase LaSpisa

Mar 28, 2024

Mar 28, 2024

11:00 AM - 11:50 AM

Virtual Event

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What is ORCiD? In this workshop, learn about the program’s benefits for researchers and get started. To attend, come in person to the Sciences Library or register for a Zoom link at bit.ly/SciLib2803 or by using the QR code.

Mar 28, 2024

7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

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Join Melinda Myers, Assistant Professor of Contemporary Dance and Choreography, for a fun Prompt for the Planet workshop that lets you connect with nature through art!  Whether you're an experienced artist or just starting to dip your toes into the world of creativity, this workshop is open to all skill levels. Space is limited!  Please register at https://uiowa.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_5tmleArm2C7Lnds What to Expect: Guided Exploration - Professor Myers will help you explore the voice...

Mar 29, 2024

Mar 29, 2024

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Guest Speaker: David S. Friedman, MD, PhD, MPH  Director of Glaucoma Service and Albert Diane Kaneb Chair in Ophthalmology Massachusetts Eye and Ear Co-Director of the Glaucoma Center of Excellence at Harvard Medical School Dr. David S. Friedman is the Director of the Glaucoma Service and the Albert and Diane Kaneb Chair in Ophthalmology at Massachusetts Eye and Ear as well as Co-Director of the Glaucoma Center of Excellence at Harvard Medical School. He has pursued excellence in clinica...

Mar 29, 2024

12:30 PM - 1:45 PM

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This workshop will offer a basic introduction to R. Participants will be introduced to the R interface, command syntax, R-script files, and basic functions (e.g., opening a dataset, summary statistics, etc.). We will also discuss how to merge and work with multiple datasets. This is an introductory workshop appropriate for those with limited or no familiarity with R. Example code will be provided. Instructor: Nathan Timbs

Mar 29, 2024

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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In preparation for the April 26 Story Lab Showcase at MERGE, we will meet Fridays in March and April starting on 3/8. Attend these casual sessions to workshop and practice your story. Questions? Contact Nick Westergaard at nick-westergaard@uiowa.edu.

Mar 29, 2024

3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

Virtual Event

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Instructors: Pauline Beazer James, Senior Advisor, International Student and Scholar Services; and Brandon Paulson, Assistant Director, International Student and Scholar Services. Description: In this two-part interactive session, you will learn about the four intercultural conflict styles. You will discover your preferred cultural approach for resolving conflict and that of others by completing the Intercultural Conflict Style (ICS) inventory developed by Dr. Mitchell Hammer. In addition,...

Mar 30, 2024

Mar 30, 2024

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Our voices are an important indicator of who we are. Female-presenting speakers often learn self-undermining speaking habits from the people and society around them. How does the voice contribute to our sense of presence and how others perceive us? Tone, inflection, pace, and volume are some of the vocal elements that provide clues for the listener as to what we think and feel. In this workshop, UI Theatre Arts professor Mary Mayo will invite you to develop a greater awareness of your voice...

Mar 30, 2024

9:00 AM - 4:30 PM

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The day-long program includes workshops, interactive talks, math related games and panels of professionals with math-related jobs. Sonia Kovalevsky Day is an opportunity for high school female students to engage in a day of networking, mentoring, and fun!

Apr 1, 2024

Apr 1, 2024

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

Virtual Event

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Instructors: Pauline Beazer James, Senior Advisor, International Student and Scholar Services; and Brandon Paulson, Assistant Director, International Student and Scholar Services Description: In this two-part session, 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 difference,” and is based on the research of Dr. Milton Bennett and Dr. Mitch...

Apr 1, 2024

5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Virtual Event

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Use these supportive peer coaching sessions to work on a story for our storytelling event, the Virtual Showcase on April 8. You must sign up for and attend one of the online coaching sessions to participate in the Showcase. Again, pick the time that works best for you. March 25, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. CT April 1, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. CT Location: Online via Zoom

Apr 2, 2024

Apr 2, 2024

11:00 AM - 11:45 AM

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Distress tolerance is the ability to manage distressing emotions and effectively move through stressful situations in an effective manner. In this workshop we will discuss and practice specific coping skills that you can use when experiencing stress, anxiety or being overwhelmed. These emotions are a normal part of life, and we will discuss creating healthy habits to plan for potential stressful situations in your life. Check out the Student Success Workshops page for other workshops offere...

Apr 2, 2024

1:00 PM

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Are you struggling to communicate your science in a public-facing abstract? Do you need assistance this semester with a journal article about a new experiment? Our group welcomes students to workshop and develop their projects-in-progress in a supportive peer environment. Tutors are present during our weekly sessions to provide resources, feedback, and training on science writing skills. Tuesdays, 1–2 p.m., 4650 SC Ten weeks running Jan. 30 through April 9. Register here: https://engineer...

Apr 2, 2024

2:00 PM

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Calling all engineering thesis writers looking to further your work! We invite you to draft and revise your manuscripts this semester in a tutor-guided weekly group meeting with fellow students. No matter what stage your dissertation is in, our meetings will help you to grow the project with feedback and support. Tuesdays,  2–3 p.m., 4650 SC Ten weeks running Jan. 30 through April 9 Register here: https://engineering.uiowa.edu/form/hcc-graduate-student-dissertatio

Apr 3, 2024

Apr 3, 2024

10:00 AM - 11:50 AM

Virtual Event

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Instructors: Huan-Chung Scott Liu, PhD, Staff Psychologist at University Counseling Service (UCS) and Tianyi Xie, PhD, Staff Psychologist at University Counseling Service (UCS) Description: This session highlights how concerns unique to international students impact their mental health. These concerns can affect international students’ transition to the University of Iowa, their functioning on campus, and their broader adjustment to the United States. We will explore how the forbearance co...

Apr 3, 2024

11:30 AM

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In this four-week course, we will talk about what employers are looking for during an interview (and also what tends to make a bad impression). We will analyze and dissect typical behavioral interview questions, such as "Tell me about a time you failed" and workshop strong answers. We will also talk about body language and breath support, and practice mock interviews so that students can put it all together. Limit 10 participants. Wednesdays, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m., 4650 SC Four weeks runni...

Apr 3, 2024

12:30 PM - 1:20 PM

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Learn about bouncing back from situations that do not go as planned and set a path towards success. Presented by Academic Support & Retention. Check out the Student Success Workshops page for other workshops offered through the semester. Sign up here for this session! Registration is not required, but will send you a calendar invite and a reminder.

Apr 3, 2024

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Virtual Event

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EndNote is a reference management tool that helps you to easily gather together your references in one place, organize them, and then insert them into papers and format them in a style of your choosing. This session will walk you through the basics of using EndNote to collect and format your citations. The class will be hands-on, and there will be time for questions at the end. PLEASE NOTE Advance registration is required for Zoom classes. Registrants will be emailed the Zoom link 30 minut...

Apr 3, 2024

2:00 PM

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Are you planning to present a poster at the College of Engineering Research Open House? Whether you are an undergraduate student presenting your research for the first time or an experienced graduate student looking to up your poster and delivery game, join us for a four-week, interactive workshop. We will share best practices for poster design and delivery, and then you will practice and receive feedback in a low-stakes peer environment.  Wednesdays, 2–3 p.m., 4650 SC Four weeks running M...

Apr 4, 2024

Apr 4, 2024

11:00 AM - 11:50 AM

Virtual Event

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Delve into MathSciNet, the database for mathematics literature. Come in person to the Sciences Library or register for a Zoom link at bit.ly/42wSPnN or with the QR code. 

Apr 4, 2024

12:00 PM

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On April 4–6, 2024, English graduate students are hosting the 23rd annual Craft Critique Culture interdisciplinary graduate conference on the University of Iowa campus. This year’s conference addresses themes of “Black Legacies.” For this conference, “Black Legacies” is, first, a recognition and continued contribution to the history of Black Studies programs in colleges and universities, which emerged in the 1960s and ’70s. “Black Legacies” is also a way to honor and celebrate the power of i...

Apr 4, 2024

12:45 PM - 1:45 PM

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Join OWLSS for our annual Spring Conference Lunch Panel! We will hear from a panel of legal professionals discussing important issues impacting women in law. Lunch will be provided to those who RSVP to this event! This event is designated as a Lawyers & Leaders event. Attendance at one Lawyers & Leaders event each semester is one requirement for membership in the Pro Bono Society.

Apr 5, 2024

Apr 5, 2024

All Day

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Join the Hubbell Environmental Law Initiative on Friday, April 5, 2024 as we convene partners from the national, regional, and local scales for a series of panels discussing land conservation in Iowa and the Midwest region after Sackett v. EPA. Food and beverages will be provided for those who register in advance. Registration for this event is open here: https://uiowa.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_1CegdZIlH6K9NTE. Information about the panels will be released soon.

Apr 5, 2024

All Day

Virtual Event

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Attending and presenting at this two-day event is an excellent opportunity for graduate students to gain experience presenting their own research, as well as meeting other researchers with similar interests. This year’s conference will be in a blended format. Presenters and attendees can attend virtually or in person. This format invites graduate students from the host institutions (the University of Iowa, Minnesota, and Wisconsin-Madison), within the United States, and internationally. Ti...

Apr 5, 2024

12:00 PM

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On April 4–6, 2024, English graduate students are hosting the 23rd annual Craft Critique Culture interdisciplinary graduate conference on the University of Iowa campus. This year’s conference addresses themes of “Black Legacies.” For this conference, “Black Legacies” is, first, a recognition and continued contribution to the history of Black Studies programs in colleges and universities, which emerged in the 1960s and ’70s. “Black Legacies” is also a way to honor and celebrate the power of i...

Apr 5, 2024

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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In preparation for the April 26 Story Lab Showcase at MERGE, we will meet Fridays in March and April starting on 3/8. Attend these casual sessions to workshop and practice your story. Questions? Contact Nick Westergaard at nick-westergaard@uiowa.edu.

Apr 5, 2024

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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This unique and hands-on program integrates art viewing, art making and mindfulness strategies to provide students with tools to de-stress, manage anxiety, and develop wellness practices. During the 2-hour workshop, participants will learn new ways to improve well-being, while benefiting from the positive effects of viewing and making art. No prior art making experience necessary. The workshop will be led by Dana Keeton, a local board-certified art therapist and licensed mental health coun...

Apr 5, 2024

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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On April 5 from 4 to 5 p.m. Dr. Lena Hill will deliver the 23rd annual Craft Critique Culture interdisciplinary graduate conference keynote presentation in the Academics Room of the Iowa Memorial Union (IMU, Room 256). Dr. Hill is the provost at Washington and Lee University. Before working at Washington and Lee she was a faculty member and administrator at the University of Iowa where she taught in the English and African American Studies Departments. She is the author of Visualizing Blackn...

Apr 5, 2024

4:30 PM

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The inaugural Tippie Sustainability Case Competition will challenge teams of UI undergraduate students to integrate knowledge from core business disciplines to solve a sustainability challenge facing organizations today. Students from all disciplines will have the opportunity to develop leadership and decision-making skills that will help them maximize economic, social, and environmental sustainability in their future jobs. The competition is presented by: Tippie Undergraduate Program Office...

Apr 6, 2024

Apr 6, 2024

7:00 AM - 8:00 PM

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The inaugural Tippie Sustainability Case Competition will challenge teams of UI undergraduate students to integrate knowledge from core business disciplines to solve a sustainability challenge facing organizations today. Students from all disciplines will have the opportunity to develop leadership and decision-making skills that will help them maximize economic, social, and environmental sustainability in their future jobs. The competition is presented by: Tippie Undergraduate Program Office...

Apr 6, 2024

8:00 AM - 9:00 PM

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The 28th annual meeting of the Midwest Graduate Music Consortium (MGMC) will be hosted by the University of Iowa on April 6-7, 2024. This conference will feature paper presentations, a new music concert by the University of Iowa New Music Center, and a keynote address by Dr. Eric Saylor, Professor of Musicology at Drake University. MGMC is a joint venture organized by graduate students from the University of Chicago, the University of Iowa, Northwestern University, and the University of Mic...

Apr 6, 2024

12:00 PM

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On April 4–6, 2024, English graduate students are hosting the 23rd annual Craft Critique Culture interdisciplinary graduate conference on the University of Iowa campus. This year’s conference addresses themes of “Black Legacies.” For this conference, “Black Legacies” is, first, a recognition and continued contribution to the history of Black Studies programs in colleges and universities, which emerged in the 1960s and ’70s. “Black Legacies” is also a way to honor and celebrate the power of i...

Apr 7, 2024

Apr 7, 2024

8:00 AM - 9:00 PM

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The 28th annual meeting of the Midwest Graduate Music Consortium (MGMC) will be hosted by the University of Iowa on April 6-7, 2024. This conference will feature paper presentations, a new music concert by the University of Iowa New Music Center, and a keynote address by Dr. Eric Saylor, Professor of Musicology at Drake University. MGMC is a joint venture organized by graduate students from the University of Chicago, the University of Iowa, Northwestern University, and the University of Mic...

Apr 8, 2024

Apr 8, 2024

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

Virtual Event

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Instructors: Pauline Beazer James, Senior Advisor, International Student and Scholar Services; and Brandon Paulson, Assistant Director, International Student and Scholar Services Description: In this two-part session, 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 difference,” and is based on the research of Dr. Milton Bennett and Dr. Mitch...

Apr 9, 2024

Apr 9, 2024

1:00 PM

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Are you struggling to communicate your science in a public-facing abstract? Do you need assistance this semester with a journal article about a new experiment? Our group welcomes students to workshop and develop their projects-in-progress in a supportive peer environment. Tutors are present during our weekly sessions to provide resources, feedback, and training on science writing skills. Tuesdays, 1–2 p.m., 4650 SC Ten weeks running Jan. 30 through April 9. Register here: https://engineer...

Apr 9, 2024

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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NIH will begin requiring a Data Management and Sharing Plan (DMSP) on all NIH funding proposals starting Jan. 23, 2023. This session will help you create a useful and well-written plan that meets the requirements and can be put into practice in your project. We’ll dig into each section of a plan, including: describing the types of data for your proposed project; standards for data and metadata; selecting a repository; addressing preservation and access requirements; and considerations for ac...

Apr 9, 2024

2:00 PM

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Calling all engineering thesis writers looking to further your work! We invite you to draft and revise your manuscripts this semester in a tutor-guided weekly group meeting with fellow students. No matter what stage your dissertation is in, our meetings will help you to grow the project with feedback and support. Tuesdays,  2–3 p.m., 4650 SC Ten weeks running Jan. 30 through April 9 Register here: https://engineering.uiowa.edu/form/hcc-graduate-student-dissertatio

Apr 10, 2024

Apr 10, 2024

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Instructors: Pauline Beazer James, Senior Advisor, and Kevin Roiseland, Senior Advisor, International Student and Scholar Services Cross-listed with Building University of Iowa Leadership for Diversity (BUILD) 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...

Apr 10, 2024

11:30 AM

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In this four-week course, we will talk about what employers are looking for during an interview (and also what tends to make a bad impression). We will analyze and dissect typical behavioral interview questions, such as "Tell me about a time you failed" and workshop strong answers. We will also talk about body language and breath support, and practice mock interviews so that students can put it all together. Limit 10 participants. Wednesdays, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m., 4650 SC Four weeks runni...

Apr 10, 2024

2:00 PM

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Are you planning to present a poster at the College of Engineering Research Open House? Whether you are an undergraduate student presenting your research for the first time or an experienced graduate student looking to up your poster and delivery game, join us for a four-week, interactive workshop. We will share best practices for poster design and delivery, and then you will practice and receive feedback in a low-stakes peer environment.  Wednesdays, 2–3 p.m., 4650 SC Four weeks running M...

Apr 12, 2024

Apr 12, 2024

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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In preparation for the April 26 Story Lab Showcase at MERGE, we will meet Fridays in March and April starting on 3/8. Attend these casual sessions to workshop and practice your story. Questions? Contact Nick Westergaard at nick-westergaard@uiowa.edu.

Apr 16, 2024

Apr 16, 2024

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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This hands-on session will help you improve your searching through best practices for basic and advanced searching and show you features for saving or exporting citations. The session will also help you understand medical subject headings (MeSH) and how they improve your search as well as the benefits of a MyNCBI account. PLEASE NOTE: Advance registration is required for Zoom. Registrants will be emailed the Zoom link 30 minutes before the class time.

Apr 17, 2024

Apr 17, 2024

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Instructors: Pauline Beazer James, Senior Advisor, International Student and Scholar Services; Shuhui Lin, Coordinator of International Student Support and Engagement; International Student and Scholar Services/Multicultural and International Student Support and Engagement; and Brandon Paulson, Assistant Director, International Student and Scholar Services Cross-listed with Building Our Global Community Designed for participants who have attended the Developing Your Intercultural Insight s...

Apr 17, 2024

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Instructors: Pauline Beazer James, Senior Advisor, International Student and Scholar Services; Shuhui Lin, Coordinator of International Student Support and Engagement; International Student and Scholar Services/Multicultural and International Student Support and Engagement; and Brandon Paulson, Assistant Director, International Student and Scholar Services Cross-listed with Engaging Across Cultures Description: Designed for participants who have attended the Developing Your Intercultural ...

Apr 17, 2024

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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1. Overview This 2-session workshop is a gentle introduction to the practical applications of machine learning, primarily using the Python package scikit-learn. The workshop is taught using JupyterLab in the Interactive Data Analytics Service (IDAS). 2. Prerequisites Participants are expected to be familiar with Python and JupyterLab. Theoretical (mathematical) knowledge of machine learning concepts is not required but may be helpful. 3. Eligibility This workshop is available to curren...

Apr 17, 2024

2:00 PM

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Are you planning to present a poster at the College of Engineering Research Open House? Whether you are an undergraduate student presenting your research for the first time or an experienced graduate student looking to up your poster and delivery game, join us for a four-week, interactive workshop. We will share best practices for poster design and delivery, and then you will practice and receive feedback in a low-stakes peer environment.  Wednesdays, 2–3 p.m., 4650 SC Four weeks running M...

Apr 18, 2024

Apr 18, 2024

1:00 PM

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Use Sciwheel to organize your references, receive article suggestions, and more.  Come in person to the Sciences Library or register for Zoom.

Apr 19, 2024

Apr 19, 2024

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Guest Speaker: Reid Longmuir, MD Neuro-Ophthalmology Division Chief, Associate Residency Program Director Vanderbilt Eye Institute, Vanderbilt University Medical Center Dr. Reid Longmuir is a native Iowan, who received both his undergraduate and medical degrees from the University of Iowa. Dr. Longmuir also completed his residency at Iowa followed by fellowships in both neuro-ophthalmology and glaucoma. In 2008, Dr. Longmuir was appointed Assistant Professor at Iowa, specializing in both ...

Apr 19, 2024

8:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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This session will explore how to design and conduct research related to health professions education questions and innovations. Objectives: Define educational scholarship Formulate educational research questions Make decisions in relation to study design/conceptual framework and implementation of educational research projects List potential venues of dissemination/publication of medical education scholarship

Apr 19, 2024

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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1. Overview This 2-session workshop is a gentle introduction to the practical applications of machine learning, primarily using the Python package scikit-learn. The workshop is taught using JupyterLab in the Interactive Data Analytics Service (IDAS). 2. Prerequisites Participants are expected to be familiar with Python and JupyterLab. Theoretical (mathematical) knowledge of machine learning concepts is not required but may be helpful. 3. Eligibility This workshop is available to curren...

Apr 19, 2024

1:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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Interdisciplinary Consortium for the Study of War and Genocide The aim of this in-person speed networking event is to build the momentum for the development of an Interdisciplinary Consortium for the Study of War and Genocide. It is envisioned that this Consortium will bring together scholars and artists working in the areas of war, genocide, or ethnic and political violence to facilitate collaboration and exchange of knowledge. Background The 20th century was marked by levels of mass vio...

Apr 19, 2024

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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In preparation for the April 26 Story Lab Showcase at MERGE, we will meet Fridays in March and April starting on 3/8. Attend these casual sessions to workshop and practice your story. Questions? Contact Nick Westergaard at nick-westergaard@uiowa.edu.

Apr 21, 2024

Apr 21, 2024

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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The Drawing Salon focuses on drawing artworks from the museum's collection. Each session will focus on a different artwork. The sessions will begin with an introduction and discussion of the selected work. Participants will be encouraged to pursue their own visions and to take inspiration from the artworks in the gallery. Pencils and sketchbooks/paper are the only artmaking materials allowed in the galleries. The museum has golf pencils with erasers and clipboards for participants to use. S...

Apr 25, 2024

Apr 25, 2024

1:00 PM

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Discover delight from this collection of over 250 books about birds at the Sciences Library. Come in person to the Sciences Library or register for Zoom.

Apr 27, 2024

Apr 27, 2024

8:00 AM

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Save the date for April 27, 2024, for the Iowa Archeological Society annual spring meeting! This year’s events will take place in northeast Iowa. We will hold morning presentations at the Driftless Area Wetlands Centre in Marquette, Iowa. IAS is partnering with Effigy Mounds National Monument for an afternoon field trip—stay tuned for details!

Apr 27, 2024

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Join us for an exciting workshop where you will explore the rich world of traditional Korean music, instruments, and folk songs. This unique workshop offers music therapy students and music therapists the opportunity to expand their musical repertoire and increase cultural awareness and sensitivity. Participants will also be engaged in a hands-on Korean drumming experience. This workshop is led by Dr. Soojin Lee, a MacPhail residency artist at the MacPhail Center in Minneapolis. While we h...

Apr 28, 2024

Apr 28, 2024

2:30 PM - 4:30 PM

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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 fo...

May 3, 2024

May 3, 2024

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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This unique and hands-on program integrates art viewing, art making and mindfulness strategies to provide students with tools to de-stress, manage anxiety, and develop wellness practices. During the 2-hour workshop, participants will learn new ways to improve well-being, while benefiting from the positive effects of viewing and making art. No prior art making experience necessary. The workshop will be led by Dana Keeton, a local board-certified art therapist and licensed mental health coun...

May 4, 2024

May 4, 2024

7:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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The Zada Cooper Leadership Symposium honors a true pioneer: Zada Mary Cooper. Cooper graduated from the UI College of Pharmacy in 1897 and continued as a faculty member until retiring in 1942. She was considered a master teacher, mentor, and innovator who was inspirational to her students. She advocated for women in pharmacy, for patients, and to strengthen standards in pharmacy education. Cooper is the first-known female pharmacy faculty member in the country and is hailed as the “Grand an...

May 17, 2024

May 17, 2024

8:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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This session will focus on strategies and tools for assessing and teaching learners clinical/diagnostic reasoning. Objectives: Describe how clinical reasoning evolves and the model of "Dual Process Reasoning" Analyze and assess diagnostic reasoning of learners Give specific feedback to improve diagnostic reasoning of learners

May 19, 2024

May 19, 2024

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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The Drawing Salon focuses on drawing artworks from the museum's collection. Each session will focus on a different artwork. The sessions will begin with an introduction and discussion of the selected work. Participants will be encouraged to pursue their own visions and to take inspiration from the artworks in the gallery. Pencils and sketchbooks/paper are the only artmaking materials allowed in the galleries. The museum has golf pencils with erasers and clipboards for participants to use. S...

May 26, 2024

May 26, 2024

2:30 PM - 4:30 PM

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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 fo...

Jun 6, 2024

Jun 6, 2024

All Day

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The Division of Pharmaceutical Sciences at the University of Iowa will be hosting the 54th Annual Pharmaceutics Graduate Student Research Meeting (PGSRM). We are delighted to bring experts from academia and industry together with students to focus on the ideas and approaches enveloping big data pharmaceutical studies.  Theme: "Pharmaceutics on the Horizon: Innovation, Application, and Collaboration" *Registration coming soon!*

Jun 6, 2024

8:00 AM - 3:15 PM

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UI Health Care, the UIHC Department of Nursing, the College of Dentistry, the College of Nursing, and the College of Public Health, and the Center for Disabilities and Development co-sponsor the annual Culturally Responsive Health Care in Iowa conference. The goal of this multidisciplinary, interprofessional conference is to improve the delivery of culturally sensitive and responsive health care to increasingly diverse patient populations.  CME is offered.  

Jun 17, 2024

Jun 17, 2024

All Day

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The Midwest Social and Administrative Pharmacy Conference has a rich history that traces back to its inaugural event in 1985. The first gathering, known as the Midwest Pharmacy Administration Conference, was organized and hosted by faculty at Purdue University. This initial meeting took place at a pivotal time when the history of pharmacy administration as a discipline was coalescing. The conference stemmed from a recognition that pharmacy schools and graduate programs in the Midwest played ...