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Amanda Haertling Thein, the University of Iowa’s associate provost for graduate and professional education and dean of the Graduate College, has accepted the position of dean at the University of Colorado Boulder School of Education. She will continue to serve in her current role at the UI until her new appointment begins on July 1.
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The 2024 Working at Iowa survey showed improvement in 14 out of 19 questions, including more than 94% of respondents who said they understand their work expectations and are treated with respect by their supervisor. The survey was sent to 6,609 regular faculty and staff in October 2024. A total of 4,163 faculty and staff responded.
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U.S. News & World Report has ranked nine University of Iowa programs among the best in the country in its ranking of online programs. The ranked programs are within the Tippie College of Business, College of Education, and College of Nursing.
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100 Days of Accessibility, a series of training, workshops, and related events, aims to help anyone who creates documents, media files, course tools, and more connect with a wider audience. Learn how to make your resources work better for everybody, including people with disabilities.
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The Iowa Initiative for Artificial Intelligence and Information Technology Services now offer students and employees short courses leading to HawkAI certification in artificial intelligence and machine learning. Introductory trainings are being offered again this semester, along with more advanced courses focused on AI research and data analytics.
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You may have read in the news over winter break about the Iowa Department of Health and Human Services reporting a case of avian flu, commonly known as bird flu, infecting a human. In this Q&A, Mike Pentella, professor epidemiology in the UI College of Public Health and director of the State Hygienic Laboratory, explains how the disease spreads — usually among birds — and that public health surveillance is critical to prevent spreading.
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When we say "no" thoughtfully and intentionally, we’re not just making space for ourselves — we’re creating opportunities for others. Maybe saying "no" is exactly what someone else needs to find their yes. This perspective doesn’t erase the difficulty of saying "no," but it makes it a little easier to accept. It reminds us that setting boundaries isn’t about quitting or failing. It’s about making room for what truly matters, both for ourselves and for others.
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In the know: More news, information, and resources
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- Register for the next Brand 101 training: Brand overview training is available for all faculty and staff who want to gain a better understanding of who we are, how to leverage our visual identity, and the resources available to help bring it all together. Those interested can register for the Feb. 20 “Brand 101” course via My Training in Employee Self-Service.
- Register for Provost’s Global Forum: The Provost’s Global Forum, titled “Private Sector and University Partnerships: Pursuing Pathways for Global Collaboration, Learning, Prosperity, and Democracy,” will take place Feb. 6–8. You can register to attend all days of the forum or choose which day to attend.
- Nominations open for Lola Lopes Award for Undergraduate Student Advocacy: The Lola Lopes Award for Undergraduate Student Advocacy honors UI administrators, staff, and faculty in nonteaching roles who support undergraduate education and serve as strong advocates for undergraduate students. Nominations are due Feb. 7.
- Recognize mental health work on campus with Mental Health Champion Award: The Mental Health Champion Award is given to students, staff, faculty members, or groups who have cultivated an environment that values and recognizes mental health. Nominations are due Feb. 14.
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Events
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- Iowa women’s gymnastics v. Minnesota, 2 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 26, Carver-Hawkeye Arena
- Write at the Stanley, 2 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 26, Stanley Museum of Art
- “This Floating World” faculty recital with Nicole Esposito and Réne Lecuona, 7:30 p.m. Monday, Jan. 27, Voxman Music Building
- Twyla Sharp dance featuring Third Coast Percussion, 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 29, Hancher Auditorium
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