Paid parental leave

More time together: Employees say paid parental leave has supported their growing families during the program's first year.

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Patriot Employer

The UI has been recognized as a Disabled American Veterans Patriot Employer for its commitment to hiring military Veterans.

Recognize Colleagues

Recognize colleagues through campus awards, Hawkeye High-Fives, and other programs that celebrate employee contributions.

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Employee Self-Service

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News and updates

Supporting Nurse Well-Being Through Connection and Care

Thursday, October 29, 2026
Kara Wakeland, Assistant Nurse Manager and liveWELL Wellness Ambassador expanded efforts to support employees during challenging moments at work.
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Preview 2027 benefits changes prior to open enrollment

Tuesday, October 6, 2026
University Human Resources
Annual open enrollment will begin at 8 a.m. Nov. 2 and end at 5 p.m. on Nov. 16. UI Benefits encourages employees to review their options before enrollment begins.
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Turning Wellness Walks into Campus Adventures

Monday, August 31, 2026
Director of Clinical Services in Pharmacy at Medical Center Down and Wellness Ambassador Dawn Whitehill gets creative with liveWELL's annual summer Campus Wellness Scavenger Hunt.

UI earns certification as a recovery friendly workplace

Friday, August 7, 2026
Elizabeth Ireland
The designation recognizes employers that support a workplace culture where employees feel supported in seeking treatment, maintaining sobriety, and thriving professionally.
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Events

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BGC: Study Abroad

Monday, November 2, 2026 3:00pm to 4:00pm
Virtual
Study abroad is a valuable opportunity for UI undergraduate students to gain new perspectives and skills to apply in our global workplace.

Grief and Mourning Support Group

Monday, November 2, 2026 3:30pm to 5:00pm
University Services Building

Grief and Mourning Support Group Fall 2026

The University of Iowa Employee Assistance Program is offering a 4-part group supporting UI employees interested in exploring grief related to a death loss. This group will be closed, meaning no new participants will be added after the group starts. The group will include psychoeducation on grief and mourning and will allow participants to share and focus as much or as little on their own personal process as they are comfortable.

There will be a brief...

Grief and Mourning Support Group

Monday, November 16, 2026 3:30pm to 5:00pm
University Services Building

Grief and Mourning Support Group Fall 2026

The University of Iowa Employee Assistance Program is offering a 4-part group supporting UI employees interested in exploring grief related to a death loss. This group will be closed, meaning no new participants will be added after the group starts. The group will include psychoeducation on grief and mourning and will allow participants to share and focus as much or as little on their own personal process as they are comfortable.

There will be a brief...

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BGC/Career Connector: Supporting the Career Development of International Students

Tuesday, November 17, 2026 12:00pm to 1:00pm
Virtual
In this two-part interactive class, participants will explore the four intercultural conflict styles using the Intercultural Conflict Style Inventory (ICS).

University Holiday (Fall Break)

Thursday, November 26, 2026 (all day)
University Services Building
University and federal holiday. No classes. Offices closed.