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News and updates

Cheryl Reardon, chief human resources officer at associate vice president at the University of Iowa, center, holds a plaque recognizing the university's retirement plan modernization at the 2026 Pensions & Investments Eddy Awards

UI, UHR earn national recognition for retirement plan enhancements

Thursday, April 2, 2026
University Human Resources partnered with TIAA and CAPTRUST Financial Advisors to earn first place in the plan transition category at the 2026 Pensions & Investments Eddy Awards for its retirement plan modernization.
Ashley Price, a nurse at UI Health Care, poses for a photo

A place – and a job – that feel like home: One nurse's journey from the suburbs of Chicago to Iowa City

Tuesday, March 31, 2026
Ashley Price began her career at UI Health Care in inpatient child psychiatry before transitioning to adult psychiatric care, eventually stepping into her current position as an assistant nurse manager. Over the years, UI Health Care has offered her opportunities she never expected.
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Employees report new skills, personal improvement following financial coaching with Hills Bank

Tuesday, March 24, 2026
Financial coaching is one of many financial well-being resources liveWELL supports for UI employees.

Hawkeyes recognize those who go 'above and beyond' for patients, colleagues

Tuesday, March 24, 2026
Hawkeye High-Five allows faculty and staff across the university to give a "high-five" to a colleague for their contributions, teamwork, or extra effort.

Events

Grief and Mourning Support Group

Monday, April 6, 2026 3:00pm to 4:30pm
University Services Building
UI Employee Assistance Program is offering a four-part series to support employees interested in exploring grief related to the loss of a loved one.

Online Degrees at Iowa: Opportunities for UI Staff

Thursday, April 9, 2026 12:00pm to 12:30pm
Virtual
Earn your Bachelor's Degree Online!
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Beyond Small Talk: How to Build Professional Networks

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 1:00pm to 2:30pm
University Capitol Centre
Building Professional Networks Training

Grief and Mourning Support Group

Monday, April 20, 2026 3:00pm to 4:30pm
University Services Building
UI Employee Assistance Program is offering a four-part series to support employees interested in exploring grief related to the loss of a loved one.

Discover Your University

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 (all day)
University of Iowa Pentacrest
Discover Your University helps Iowa faculty and staff discover great things happening around campus.