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Learn how the University of Iowa defines DEI as we build a welcoming and inclusive campus teaching leadership skills to everyone!

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THE UNIVERSITY OF IOWA

Fall High School Youth Summit

Empowering Leaders through Self-Discovery
October 11, 2023
8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Any Iowa High School student
Iowa Memorial Union

Fall High School Youth Summit

Latinx-a-o Heritage Month Celebration

At the University of Iowa, Latinx Heritage Month is celebrated from September 15th to October 15. See events that are part of this celebration.

Latinx-a-o Heritage Month Celebration

Workshops now open

UI faculty, staff, postdocs, graduate, and professional students can sign up for free, voluntary workshops! Schedules can be found on the UI Events Calendar and in My UI > MyCareer > MyTraining

Workshops now open

Disability Awareness Summit

2023 Iowa Regents Institutions Disability Awareness Summit on Thursday, October 26, 2023, at the University Capitol Centre in Iowa City.

Disability Awareness Summit

News

Manisha Skaria balances career, campus involvement, and family

Monday, February 6, 2023

Pentacrest Museums Annual Report 2022

Monday, February 6, 2023

February Note from Liz

Tuesday, January 31, 2023

Liz Tovar, Ph.D

University of Iowa Division of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

New Underrepresentation Reports Available from OIE

Monday, January 23, 2023

Jennifer Modestou, SPHR, SHRM-SCP

Unity Week 2023 Note from Liz

Sunday, January 22, 2023

Liz Tovar, Ph.D

University of Iowa Division of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Creating space at the table: A DEI conversation with leadership

Friday, January 20, 2023

Overwhelming majority of UI faculty, staff, students report feeling valued, engaged

Thursday, January 19, 2023

Events

Discover Study Abroad-Fall 2023

Tuesday, October 3, 2023 12:30pm to 1:00pm

Virtual

Would you like to study abroad during your time at the University of Iowa, but don't know where to start? Attend our weekly Virtual Discover Study Abroad info sessions to learn how study abroad works and find the right international opportunity for you!

Life in Iowa: Work Visa Options After Graduation

Thursday, October 5, 2023 4:00pm to 5:00pm

University Capitol Centre

Would you like to learn about games in U.S. culture and get to know others in the international student community at Iowa? Join us for game night, which will also include a fun ice breaker, trivia, and pizza!

Discover Study Abroad-Fall 2023

Friday, October 6, 2023 11:00am

Virtual

Life in Iowa and ISSE Weekly Coffee Hour

Friday, October 6, 2023 2:30pm to 3:30pm

University Capitol Centre

Starting Aug. 25, Life in Iowa (part of International Student and Scholar Services) and International Student Support and Engagement invite international students and scholars at the University of Iowa to join them for a weekly coffee hour every Friday through Dec. 1!

Discover Study Abroad-Fall 2023

Tuesday, October 10, 2023 12:30pm to 1:00pm

Virtual

Curator Guided Tour of 'Hey Buddy, I'm Bill'

Tuesday, October 10, 2023 4:00pm to 5:00pm

University of Iowa Main Library

Join co-curators Jen Knights and Brad Ferrier for a special guided tour of the Hey Buddy, I'm Bill exhibition in the Main Library Gallery! All are welcome to attend this free event. About the exhibit: Hey Buddy, I'm Bill tells the story of Bill Sackter, the namesake of Wild Bill’s in the University of Iowa School of Social Work. From his early life in Minneapolis to his 44-year institutionalization for an intellectual disability to his years of friends and fame in Iowa City, the exhibit shares...

LGBTQ Safe Zone: Phase I

Wednesday, October 11, 2023 10:00am to 12:00pm

This session introduces basic LGBTQ terms and concepts, helps participants develop an appreciation for the experiences of the LGBTQ people, and brings an overall awareness of LGBTQ issues. Participants will be encouraged to think about how they can create a more inclusive environment and will be prepared to provide resources to LGBTQ people. Note: Individuals who complete or have completed LGBTQ Safe Zone workshops may obtain credit towards the Building University of Iowa Leadership for...

Politics of Purity: The Making of the South Korean Sonyŏ Sensibility

Wednesday, October 11, 2023 5:00pm to 6:30pm

Virtual

The Korean Studies Research Network, an International Programs affinity group, will host Dr. Kyunghee Eo, assistant professor of East Asian languages and literatures at Yale University, for a virtual talk entitled “Politics of Purity: The Making of the South Korean Sonyŏ Sensibility.”

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Building a strong campus culture

Learn how the UI Strategic Plan is working to facilitate proactive campus cultural change to cultivate a more respectful, inclusive environment that embeds diversity and equity into the Iowa experience.

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Our Community Cares

All of us play a vital role to make our campus a respectful and safe place.

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Journey to Unity Newsletter

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The Division of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

We provide leadership and resources to support the universities diversity, equity, inclusion, and free speech goals, as articulated in the University of Iowa's strategic plan.

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Report a Problem

The Office of Institutional Equity can provide you with complaint options (both informal and formal) and resources for bias, harassment, discrimination, equity, and sexual misconduct concerns.

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