Hawkeye High-Five

Give a Hawkeye High-Five to celebrate your colleague's hard work and show that every contribution counts.

Take PHA

Personal Health Assessment

The PHA provides the opportunity to reflect on your overall wellness and connect with services that support your unique goals.

Flu Vaccinations

Stay healthy this flu season, UI employees can get a free flu vaccine at select campus locations.

News and updates

Two University of Iowa employees talk at a desk during the workday

2025 additional paid time off

Wednesday, November 5, 2025
Gov. Kim Reynolds has announced two additional paid leave days in 2025 as a show of appreciation for state employees' service.
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Benefits open enrollment ends Nov. 14

Tuesday, October 28, 2025
Benefits open enrollment takes place Oct. 31–Nov. 14. Any changes you make to your benefits elections will be effective Jan. 1, 2026.

UI recognized as one of Iowa's best employers by Forbes magazine

Tuesday, September 9, 2025
The University of Iowa has been named one of the top employers in Iowa by Forbes magazine, earning a spot on the 2025 America's Best Employers by State list.

Iowa City named one of the best places to live in the US

Wednesday, July 30, 2025
Livability.com named Iowa City one of the best cities to live in America based on the University of Iowa, ample activities for residents, and excellent schools.

Events

Grief and Mourning Support Group

Wednesday, November 19, 2025 11:00am to 12:30pm
Virtual
The University of Iowa Employee Assistance Program is offering a 4-part closed group supporting UI employees interested in exploring grief related to a death loss.

University holiday - offices closed

Thursday, November 27, 2025 (all day)

University holiday - offices closed

Friday, November 28, 2025 (all day)

Online Degrees at Iowa: Opportunities for UI Staff

Thursday, December 4, 2025 12:00pm to 12:30pm
Virtual
The Bachelor of Applied Studies (BAS) and Bachelor of Liberal Studies (BLS) online degree program information sessions are designed to provide an overview of the University College online degrees. Join us to learn more about admission and degree requirements, advising, student support services, tuition, and more.

University holiday - offices closed

Thursday, December 25, 2025 (all day)