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The University of Iowa aims to build on its existing reputation for excellence in three key areas: writing and communication, brain science and mental health, and cancer research and patient care. These areas will be the focus for future strategic university investments, cross-campus partnerships, and strategic plan initiatives.
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Two new faculty members have been hired as part of the UI’s Transformational Faculty Hiring Program, which brings exceptional faculty leaders to the UI. Mark Burkard will be the new director of the Holden Comprehensive Cancer Center, and Martin Grace is a Tippie College of Business professor, Clement T. and Sylvia Hanson Family Chair in Finance, and faculty director of the Vaughan Institute of Risk Management and Insurance.
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UI faculty members Lori Adams, Amber Brian, Jennifer Haylett, Jodie Plumert, and Rachel Young have been selected as faculty fellows for fiscal year 2025. The fellows will work to increase mentorship opportunities, develop tools to help leaders excel, and implement other initiatives to support the 2022-2027 Strategic Plan.
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Pertussis, a respiratory illness more commonly known as whooping cough, is circulating in our community. Melanie Wellington, clinical professor of pediatric infectious diseases at UI Stead Family Children’s Hospital, breaks down what you need to know about the illness and how you can stay healthy.
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Explore and experience the breadth of university places, programs, and hidden gems by registering for Discover Your University on Sept. 18 or Oct. 8. These fall tours include seeing the Driving Safety Research Institute’s simulator, exploring Voxman Music Building, and looking through Iowa Geological Survey’s rock library. Make plans with co-workers and register now!
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The Office of the Provost has introduced a new framework for assessing teaching effectiveness, part of the university’s strategic plan to support student success. Developed by the Teaching Effectiveness Task Force, this framework helps align university policies and practices to better recognize and reward teaching excellence.
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When measuring student success, it is tempting to assess metrics such as GPA, retention, and graduation rates, with less emphasis on emotional, social, and physical well-being. However, consideration of well-being is essential to success in college. Hear from an undergraduate student who says that meaningful, high-impact academic experiences aren’t possible if students are unable to meet baseline needs.
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No matter how long you have been a university employee, you may not be familiar with the difference between Hawk Alerts and Crime Alerts sent by UI Campus Safety. Read more about what incidents prompt these alerts to be sent, how and when alerts are issued, and what actions should be taken.
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If you are one of the many people traveling around campus on bicycles, electric bicycles, or electric scooters — or if you are interacting with them as motorists or pedestrians — it’s important to know what rules to follow to keep everyone safe and traffic flowing. Read more about what guidelines to follow no matter how you commute.
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