Eight Iowa-affiliated scholars honored as 2026 Guggenheim Fellows for achievements in fields like music, film, fiction, and sociology, reflecting interdisciplinary excellence.
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The 116th Drake Relays return to Des Moines, featuring elite athletes, community events, and traditions like the Beautiful Bulldog Contest and street painting.
Drake University excels in Law, Health Sciences, and Education grad programs, enhancing its national standing and addressing workforce needs.
In the 2026 rankings, 55 University of Iowa programs earned top spots, with 11 in the top 10, emphasizing their national academic excellence.
University of Iowa study finds pigeons balance habit and exploration, aiding adaptability and resilience, challenging the traditional Law of Effect.
Lynette Marshall retires after 20 years as UI Center for Advancement CEO, having raised over $4.5B and transformed alumni engagement and fundraising efforts.
Kevin Campbell, a leading UI researcher, wins the 2026 Watanabe Prize for his pioneering work in muscular dystrophy, aiding treatment advancements.
Terry Branstad ends his role as Ambassador-in-Residence at Drake University, leaving a legacy of global engagement and fostering U.S.-China relations.
Nominations for the 2026 Iowa Character Awards, honoring those exemplifying key character pillars, are open until May 1, 2026. Winners announced in August.
On March 27, Nina Osborne, a UI junior, won the prestigious 2026 Goldwater Scholarship for her impactful research on bur oak trees' stress responses.