Events Calendar

Oct 6, 2022

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The Division of World Languages, Literatures, and Cultures, with funding from an International Programs Major Projects Award, sets out to explore the intersection of race, ethnicity, language, and culture and how to advocate for diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in the academy. The three-day symposium, taking place on the University of Iowa campus from Thursday, Oct. 6, 2022, to Saturday, Oct. 8, 2022, will bring together leaders and scholars from across disciplines and geographic area...

Oct 6, 2022

8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

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Write Winning Grant Proposals Presented by John D. Robertson, Ph.D. Managing Member, Grant Writers' Seminars & Workshops The Research Development Office in the Office of the Vice President for Research is pleased to announce that Dr. John Robertson from Grant Writer's Seminars & Workshops (GWSW) will conduct the Write Winning Grant Proposals seminar on Thursday, Oct. 6, 2022. The deadline to register is 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 18. In person and virtual options are available.  The Pha...

Oct 6, 2022

12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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Not sure where you will be living next school year? The Off-Campus Housing Fair is an opportunity to meet with a variety of properties in the Iowa City area with housing availability for you to consider. Iowa City and university resources such as Student Legal Services will also be present to help answer any questions you may have and provide options for support. Family members and future students are welcome! Sponsored by UI Off-Campus Student Support Initiative, University Housing and Di...

Oct 6, 2022

12:30 PM - 1:20 PM

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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. Register here for this workshop. Registration is not required but will ...

Oct 6, 2022

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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Whatever the research you are doing, chances are, you’re working with research data. Small changes to your data management practices can make a big difference during research, and when you are ready to share the results. In this workshop, you’ll learn how to securely store and organize your data, keep track of changes to your files, create accompanying documentation, and submit your data for publication. Employing these practices will ensure that everyone, including you, can use and reuse yo...

Oct 7, 2022

9:00 AM - 3:15 PM

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Attend the Women in Analytics and Leadership Conference to hear from leading women in the industry, learn about unique opportunities and challenges faced by women in analytics, and understand what your perspective adds to the workforce. This event offers an opportunity to find out what it’s really like to work as a woman in data analytics and see how students from STEM and non-STEM backgrounds can enter the field. Register online.

Oct 7, 2022

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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Carrie Patterson, Artistic Director and Co-Founder of Trifecta Dance Collective (along with several company members) will be teaching repertoire of the company from 2-3 p.m., then available for Q&A. Learn a different style, how others teach rep and what is expected.  How do professional dance companies run?  What do Artistic Directors look for?  What does it mean to be "professional"?  How do you make the jump from university dancer to professional dancer? Trifecta Dance Collective - ...

Oct 10, 2022

11:30 AM - 12:20 PM

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In this workshop, you’ll be introduced to the Total Error Framework that represents the “life cycle” of survey research. Survey research involves decision-making that can impact the quality of a survey’s representation and measurement. These decisions can introduce error that ultimately affects a survey’s validity and reliability. This workshop will focus on holistically understanding these errors, strategies to minimize them, and when they may impact statistical estimates.  Presenter: Nikk...

Oct 11, 2022

12:30 AM - 1:20 PM

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Join Student Wellness and learn about ways to incorporate positive health behaviors in to your daily routine.  Register here for this session! Registration is not required, but you will get a calendar invite and a reminder. Check out the other Student Success Workshops offered this semester!

Oct 11, 2022

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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EndNote Basic is a web-based citation management software that is freely available to all UI affiliates. It allows you to import, organize and format citations for papers, articles, etc. EndNote Basic is not the same as the desktop software, Endnote. PLEASE NOTE Class will be taught via Zoom. Advance registration is required. Registrants will be emailed the Zoom link 30 minutes before the class time.

Oct 11, 2022

2:30 PM - 3:45 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. Presenter: Austin Tang Registration link: https://uiowa.qualtrics.com/jfe/for...

Oct 12, 2022

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Both databases are multidisciplinary and allow you to measure scholarly impact. This hands-on session will show you • how to quickly find the articles you need for you research or systematic review in each database • how to track an article’s cited and citing references in each database • how to find journal ‘Impact Factors’ using the Journal Citation Reports of Web of Science • how to determine an author’s h-index • how to identify a researcher and her/his publication track with Scopus...

Oct 12, 2022

1:00 PM - 2:15 PM

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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. Presenter: Anindita Bandyopadhyay Register here:https://uiowa.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_cGtJps1yvTV1pL8

Oct 13, 2022

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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EMBASE is a biomedical and pharmaceutical database containing bibliographic records with abstracts. Although there is overlap with records from PubMed, there are also many unique records. This hands-on session will show you how to conduct basic searches using EMBASE’s quick search box, how to conduct searches using EMTREE subject headings, and how to use subheadings for drug and disease topics. PLEASE NOTE Class will be taught via Zoom. Advance registration is required. Registrants will be...

Oct 13, 2022

1:00 PM - 1:50 PM

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Asking for help is not easy and sometimes can feel weak or vulnerable. In this workshop we will discuss help seeking, redefine vulnerability as a strength and look at the different resources available on campus to support your mental health. Presented by University Counseling Service. Register for this session here! Registration is not required, but you will get a calendar invite and a reminder. Check out the other Student Success Workshops offered this semester!

Oct 14, 2022

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Guest Speaker: Joseph Demer, MD  Arthur L. Rosenbaum Professor of Pediatric Ophthalmology Chief, Pediatric Ophthalmology & Strabismus Division Director, Fellowship in Pediatric Ophthalmology & Strabismus Faculty Host: Lindsay De Andrade, MD Clinical Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences Register here: https://bit.ly/3S2545H The series of clinical conferences sponsored by the Department of Ophthalmology presents updated information on a broad spectrum of clinical iss...

Oct 14, 2022

8:45 AM - 4:00 PM

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The Iowa Law Review is proud to present this year’s Symposium: “The Future of Religious Freedom.” This event will gather scholars from across the country to discuss developments impacting this First Amendment protection. Topics will span the ideological spectrum and include dialogue on standards of review, free exercise accommodations, and religious legal theory. Set against the backdrop of recent and impending Supreme Court decisions, this Symposium will bring together the minds at the fore...

Oct 17, 2022

3:30 PM - 4:20 PM

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This session will provide a structured opportunity to reflect on your semester and evaluate how effective you were with your learning so far. You will then identify specific steps and strategies to complete the semester successfully. Presented by Learning @ Iowa. Register for this session here! Registration is not required, but you will get a calendar invite and a reminder. Check out the Student Success Workshops page for more workshops offered through the semester.

Oct 17, 2022

7:00 PM - 8:15 PM

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Koru Mindfulness® is an evidence-based curriculum specifically designed for teaching mindfulness, meditation, and stress management to college students and other young adults. The Koru Mindfulness program… is taught in four weekly 75-minute classes (a brief model to accommodate busy student schedules) is structured with daily homework of a mindfulness log and 10 minutes of mindfulness practice is taught in small groups Register here: https://studentwellness.uiowa.edu/programs/mindfulness...

Oct 19, 2022

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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For those already using Endnote, this class teaches you to maximize the tool. You’ll learn about the Endnote options for sharing so that you can collaborate effectively. From exporting and importing to syncing and sharing, this class will help you manage your information seamlessly on the desktop, on the web, and on mobile device. PLEASE NOTE Class will be taught via Zoom. Advance registration is required. Registrants will be emailed the Zoom link 30 minutes before the class time.

Oct 19, 2022

5:00 PM - 5:50 PM

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Distress tolerance is the ability to manage distressing emotions and 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.eng Register here for this workshop. You can also find the Zoom link on the Academi...

Oct 19, 2022

5:30 PM - 6:45 PM

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Koru Mindfulness® is an evidence-based curriculum specifically designed for teaching mindfulness, meditation, and stress management to college students and other young adults. The Koru Mindfulness program… is taught in four weekly 75-minute classes (a brief model to accommodate busy student schedules) is structured with daily homework of a mindfulness log and 10 minutes of mindfulness practice is taught in small groups Register here: https://studentwellness.uiowa.edu/programs/mindfulness...

Oct 20, 2022

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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NIH will begin requiring a Data Management and Sharing Plan (DMSP) 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 acces...

Oct 21, 2022

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The Korean Studies Research Network (KoRN), with funding from an International Programs Major Projects Award and the Korea Foundation, will bring together leaders and scholars of Korea-related topics and engage them in an open dialogue about opportunities to facilitate collaborative research among scholars and graduate students in the state of Iowa and throughout the Midwest. The two-day conference, taking place on the University of Iowa campus on Friday, Oct. 21, 2022, and Saturday, Oct. 2...

Oct 21, 2022

5:30 PM - 7:00 PM

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“Desperate to solve chemistry’s greatest problem, Justus Liebig made the first Kaliapparat in 1830. That small piece of glassware started something big. The Kaliapparat made Liebig’s name. But lampworked glassware transformed chemistry. Ever since, chemists have used other worlds in glass—the Microheterotopias of my title—to manage matter. Making Microheterotopias relies on skilled scientific glassblowers. This talk explains what happened when chemistry met glassblowing—and why that connecti...

Oct 22, 2022

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The Korean Studies Research Network (KoRN), with funding from an International Programs Major Projects Award and the Korea Foundation, will bring together leaders and scholars of Korea-related topics and engage them in an open dialogue about opportunities to facilitate collaborative research among scholars and graduate students in the state of Iowa and throughout the Midwest. The two-day conference, taking place on the University of Iowa campus on Friday, Oct. 21, 2022, and Saturday, Oct. 2...

Oct 24, 2022

7:00 PM - 8:15 PM

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Koru Mindfulness® is an evidence-based curriculum specifically designed for teaching mindfulness, meditation, and stress management to college students and other young adults. The Koru Mindfulness program… is taught in four weekly 75-minute classes (a brief model to accommodate busy student schedules) is structured with daily homework of a mindfulness log and 10 minutes of mindfulness practice is taught in small groups Register here: https://studentwellness.uiowa.edu/programs/mindfulness...

Oct 25, 2022

2:00 PM - 3:15 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. Presenter: Hyein Ko Register here: https://uiowa.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_etVHZK8NfI6pyOq

Oct 26, 2022

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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"Intro to Linux (using Argon)" is a two-hour general purpose introductory session intended for anyone who plans to use the Linux environment for research. The following lessons are featured:  Basics of Linux using an HPC Cluster Shell and some basic commands Files, data and process management and utilities/helper programs This session will be taught by Sai Ramadugu from Research Services, and will include both lecture and hands-on training.  Please register here, and let us know if you c...

Oct 26, 2022

1:00 PM - 2:15 PM

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In this workshop, you will learn how to manage and analyze data using several built-in libraries provided by Python. You will be using useful data structures to easily import the data and clean the given data to fit your purpose of analysis. Then, you will be exposed to the basics of machine learning algorithms that are used to discover the patterns in the data and predict unknown future events. We will use sklearn python package to use the functions for the analysis. Example codes will be p...

Oct 26, 2022

2:00 PM - 3:15 PM

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In this workshop students will learn to create, customize, and distribute Qualtrics surveys. An overview of basic elements of Qualtrics and a demonstration of building a Qualtrics survey will be provided. Participants are encouraged to bring a laptop and follow along. No knowledge of Qualtrics is required. Presenter: Nikki Tennessen Register here: https://uiowa.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_7Qbj6oYlt7Hfq2W

Oct 26, 2022

5:00 PM - 5:50 PM

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In this workshop, students will be able to define mindfulness & mindfulness meditation practice, understand why it’s helpful, and learn new meditations to cope with stress. Presented by UI Wellness. Register here for this session! Registration is not required, but you will get a calendar invite and a reminder. Check out the Student Success Workshops page to see other workshops offered this semester. 

Oct 26, 2022

5:30 PM - 6:45 PM

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Koru Mindfulness® is an evidence-based curriculum specifically designed for teaching mindfulness, meditation, and stress management to college students and other young adults. The Koru Mindfulness program… is taught in four weekly 75-minute classes (a brief model to accommodate busy student schedules) is structured with daily homework of a mindfulness log and 10 minutes of mindfulness practice is taught in small groups Register here: https://studentwellness.uiowa.edu/programs/mindfulness...

Oct 27, 2022

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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The University of Iowa provides a High Performance Computing (HPC) environment with the Argon cluster. This HPC system is dedicated to open science and features 612 compute nodes with ~17800 processing cores and more than 300 graphics processing units (including GPUs and nodes that were purchased by investors). "Intro to HPC (using Argon)" is a two-hour introductory session intended for anyone who plans to use Argon for their research, and features the following lessons: How to make the mo...

Oct 28, 2022

7:45 AM - 2:00 PM

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The Samuel Levey Healthcare Leadership Symposium is themed "The Quadruple Aim" and will feature health care leaders speaking on current topics. A networking session will take place the evening before on Oct. 27, from 5:30-8 p.m. in the Iowa Memorial Union Sun Porch.  

Oct 31, 2022

7:00 PM - 8:15 PM

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Koru Mindfulness® is an evidence-based curriculum specifically designed for teaching mindfulness, meditation, and stress management to college students and other young adults. The Koru Mindfulness program… is taught in four weekly 75-minute classes (a brief model to accommodate busy student schedules) is structured with daily homework of a mindfulness log and 10 minutes of mindfulness practice is taught in small groups Register here: https://studentwellness.uiowa.edu/programs/mindfulness...

Nov 1, 2022

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

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BME Discovery Day is a one-day virtual conference where BME students, faculty, staff, and alumni can come together to foster career exploration and occupational guidance, learn about industry trends, and build relationships through networking. Registration will open in October 2022.  

Nov 1, 2022

2:00 PM - 3:15 PM

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This workshop will introduce different kinds of graphics in Stata. Various data visualization examples will be demonstrated during the workshop. By the end of this workshop, participants will be able to create and edit presentation or publication quality graphics (e.g., bar graphs, box plots, scatterplots) using Stata code. This is an introductory workshop appropriate for those with only basic familiarity with Stata. Example code will be provided. Presenter: Hyein Ko Register here: https:/...

Nov 1, 2022

5:00 PM - 5:50 PM

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This session will provide a structured opportunity to reflect on your semester and evaluate how effective you were with your learning so far. You will then identify specific steps and strategies to complete the semester successfully. Presented by Learning @ Iowa. Register for this session here! Registration is not required, but you will get a calendar invite and a reminder. Check out the Student Success Workshops page for more workshops offered through the semester.

Nov 2, 2022

1:00 PM - 2:15 PM

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This workshop will discuss basic network analysis using a NetworkX library provided by Python. NetworkX is a package that provides various built-in functions for dealing with network-structured data. You will be involved in generating networks from external data sources, computing basic network statistics, and analyzing/interpreting the networks. Example codes will be provided. Participants are encouraged to bring their laptops to follow along. Presenter: Anindita Bandyopadhyay Register he...

Nov 2, 2022

5:00 PM - 5:50 PM

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Join Student Wellness and learn about ways to incorporate positive health behaviors in to your daily routine.  Register here for this session! Registration is not required, but you will get a calendar invite and a reminder. Check out the other Student Success Workshops offered this semester!

Nov 2, 2022

5:30 PM - 6:45 PM

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Koru Mindfulness® is an evidence-based curriculum specifically designed for teaching mindfulness, meditation, and stress management to college students and other young adults. The Koru Mindfulness program… is taught in four weekly 75-minute classes (a brief model to accommodate busy student schedules) is structured with daily homework of a mindfulness log and 10 minutes of mindfulness practice is taught in small groups Register here: https://studentwellness.uiowa.edu/programs/mindfulness...

Nov 3, 2022

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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The session will offer a framework for conducting a quality health sciences literature review for scholarly projects or publication. Learn tips about how to identify sources, use appropriate search techniques, organize results, and synthesize the body of literature to successfully prepare a review. Key differences in search methodology for reviews in the health sciences will be described, with examples provided. Although introductory material regarding systematic and scoping reviews will be ...

Nov 3, 2022

2:00 PM - 3:15 PM

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This workshop will provide a basic introduction to the R programming languages. Starting with introducing the RStudio interface, this workshop will cover syntax, script files, and basic functions (e.g., opening a dataset, summary statistics, etc.). In addition, participants will learn how to manage single and multiple datasets. This is an introductory workshop appropriate for those who with limited or no familiarity with R. Example code will be provided. Presenter: Hyein Ko Register here: ...

Nov 4, 2022

1:30 PM - 5:00 PM

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The Computer Science (CS) department welcomes prospective students interested in our graduate programs to our annual Prospective Student Visit Day on Fri, Nov 4. We are looking for strong students with diverse backgrounds to join our MCS and PhD programs. A wide variety of research areas is represented by our world-class faculty including algorithms, computational epidemiology, distributed computing, human-computer interaction, machine learning, massive data algorithms and technology, mobile...

Nov 6, 2022

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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The three-hour retreat will include practice with meditation, yoga, and mind/body skills for relaxation and wellness. The retreat is open both to novices and people with more experience. It is a chance to reconnect to yourself at a time of year that is often hectic, and apply skills that can enhance your immune system, concentration, energy, and your ability to enjoy daily life. Registration Required. Visit https://studentwellness.uiowa.edu/programs/mindfulness to register and find more in...

Nov 7, 2022

7:00 PM - 8:15 PM

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Koru Mindfulness® is an evidence-based curriculum specifically designed for teaching mindfulness, meditation, and stress management to college students and other young adults. The Koru Mindfulness program… is taught in four weekly 75-minute classes (a brief model to accommodate busy student schedules) is structured with daily homework of a mindfulness log and 10 minutes of mindfulness practice is taught in small groups Register here: https://studentwellness.uiowa.edu/programs/mindfulness...

Nov 8, 2022

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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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.

Nov 8, 2022

2:30 PM - 3:45 PM

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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...

Nov 9, 2022

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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NIH will begin requiring a Data Management and Sharing Plan (DMSP) 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 acces...

Nov 9, 2022

2:00 PM - 3:15 PM

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In this workshop, you will learn the basics of survey questionnaire development. You will be introduced to best practices for writing questions about attitudes, behaviors, knowledge, and demographics. We will also discuss how to compile questions into a functional survey and how to evaluate a final survey. Presenter: Nikki Tennessen Register here: https://uiowa.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0P7anCpr7WAbILY

Nov 9, 2022

5:30 PM - 6:45 PM

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Koru Mindfulness® is an evidence-based curriculum specifically designed for teaching mindfulness, meditation, and stress management to college students and other young adults. The Koru Mindfulness program… is taught in four weekly 75-minute classes (a brief model to accommodate busy student schedules) is structured with daily homework of a mindfulness log and 10 minutes of mindfulness practice is taught in small groups Register here: https://studentwellness.uiowa.edu/programs/mindfulness...

Nov 10, 2022

2:00 PM - 3:15 PM

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This is the first workshop in a two-part series. This workshop will provide a tutorial on event history analysis (and survival analysis). The workshop takes an intuitive approach to the model explanation and emphasizes practical applications. The first series especially focuses on how to conduct event history analysis using Stata with continuous time approach. I assume that participants have no prior knowledge of event history analysis and only basic familiarity with Stata. Participants can ...

Nov 11, 2022

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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More information coming soon. The series of clinical conferences sponsored by the Department of Ophthalmology presents updated information on a broad spectrum of clinical issues and approaches that are of value and interest to the practicing ophthalmologist. General Information Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to attend all University of Iowa sponsored events. If you are a person with a disability who requires a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in this program,...

Nov 15, 2022

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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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...

Nov 15, 2022

2:00 PM - 3:15 PM

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This is the second workshop in a two-part series. This workshop will provide a tutorial on event history analysis (and survival analysis). The workshop takes an intuitive approach to the model explanation and emphasizes practical applications. The second series especially focuses on how to conduct event history analysis using Stata with discrete time approach. I assume that participants have no prior knowledge of event history analysis and only basic familiarity with Stata. Participants can ...

Nov 16, 2022

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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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 Class will be taught via Zoom. Advance registration is required. Registrants will be emailed the Zoom...

Nov 29, 2022

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Nearly everyone works with data in spreadsheets or tables. This workshop will provide you with hands-on experience in using a free tool, called OpenRefine, to check data in spreadsheets, and fix some common issues, from typos to splitting columns. OpenRefine is easy to use, will save you a lot of time, and it keeps track of the changes you’ve made so you can reuse them or roll them back. This workshop can be tailored for specific groups and disciplines. Follow-up sessions and individual con...

Dec 7, 2022

2:00 PM - 3:15 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. Presenter: Nikki Tennessen Register here: https://uiowa.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_eE9RkW6bvrwPGOG

Dec 8, 2022

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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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: Class will be taught via Zoom. Advance registration is required. Registrants will be emailed the Zoo...

Dec 14, 2022

10:00 AM - 11:00 PM

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Using images can add interest to your assignments and presentations, but do you know where to find good images and how to ensure that you use those images ethically? This workshop will help you understand copyright, creative common licenses, and public domain. You will also learn where to search for stock and health sciences images and how to cite your images appropriately. PLEASE NOTE Class will be taught via Zoom. Advance registration is required. Registrants will be emailed the Zoom lin...

Dec 15, 2022

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: Class will be taught via Zoom. Advance registration is required. Registrants will be emailed the Zoom link 30 minutes before the class time.

Jan 12, 2023

8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

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Write Winning Grant Proposals Presented by John D. Robertson, Ph.D. Managing Member, Grant Writers' Seminars & Workshops The Research Development Office in the Office of the Vice President for Research is pleased to announce that Dr. John Robertson from Grant Writer's Seminars & Workshops (GWSW) will conduct the Write Winning Grant Proposals seminar on Thursday, Oct. 6, 2022. The deadline to register is 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 18. In person and virtual options are available.  The Pha...

Jan 20, 2023

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The APS Conferences for Undergraduate Women in Physics (CUWiP) are three-day regional conferences for undergraduate physics majors.  The goal of APS CUWiP is to help undergraduate women continue in physics by providing them with the opportunity to experience a professional conference, information about graduate school and professions in physics, and access to other women in physics of all ages with whom they can share experiences, advice, and ideas. The national and local organizing committ...

Mar 24, 2023

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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This event will take place in a hybrid format. Guest Speaker: Mae Gordon, PhD  Professor, Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences John F. Hardesty, MD Department of Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences - Washington University School of Medicine Faculty Host: John Fingert, MD, PhD Professor, Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences The series of clinical conferences sponsored by the Department of Ophthalmology presents updated information on a broad spectrum of clinical issues and approaches that are of ...

Mar 25, 2023

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If you need accommodations in order to attend any event, please call 319-335-0178

Mar 30, 2023

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After a two-year hiatus, the Obermann Humanities Symposium returns next academic year. From March 30 to April 1, "Frequências: Contemporary Afro-Brazilian Cinema & the Black Diaspora" will feature filmmakers, translators, and film scholars from the Afro-Brazilian diaspora. Organized by Christopher Harris (Cinematic Arts) with partnership from Cristiane Lira (University of Georgia) and Brazilian filmmaker Janaína Oliveira, the symposium will feature the emerging wave of young Afro-Brazilian f...

Mar 31, 2023

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After a two-year hiatus, the Obermann Humanities Symposium returns next academic year. From March 30 to April 1, "Frequências: Contemporary Afro-Brazilian Cinema & the Black Diaspora" will feature filmmakers, translators, and film scholars from the Afro-Brazilian diaspora. Organized by Christopher Harris (Cinematic Arts) with partnership from Cristiane Lira (University of Georgia) and Brazilian filmmaker Janaína Oliveira, the symposium will feature the emerging wave of young Afro-Brazilian f...

Apr 1, 2023

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After a two-year hiatus, the Obermann Humanities Symposium returns next academic year. From March 30 to April 1, "Frequências: Contemporary Afro-Brazilian Cinema & the Black Diaspora" will feature filmmakers, translators, and film scholars from the Afro-Brazilian diaspora. Organized by Christopher Harris (Cinematic Arts) with partnership from Cristiane Lira (University of Georgia) and Brazilian filmmaker Janaína Oliveira, the symposium will feature the emerging wave of young Afro-Brazilian f...

Apr 22, 2023

9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

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The annual Iowa Human Rights Research Conference takes place on Saturday, April 22, 2023. The conference is hosted by the Iowa Network of Human Rights Academics and the University of Iowa Center for Human Rights. Registration details and the conference schedule will be available mid-autumn 2022 at https://iowahumanrights.org.