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New recognition program encourages colleagues to celebrate teamwork, extra effort

Thursday, November 13, 2025
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.
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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.
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EatWELL Tips: Healthy Eating On The Go

Wednesday, September 24, 2025
Discover how Madison Coyne, liveWELL Registered Dietitian and Health Coach, makes healthy eating realistic with quick, balanced ideas for meals and snacks.

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.
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Campus recreation helps propel physics professor to international track success

Wednesday, July 9, 2025
John Prineas, a professor in the Department of Physics and Astronomy, trains seven days a week, alternating between outdoor runs and strength training at the Campus Recreation and Wellness Center.
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MoveWELL Tips: Five Minutes Matter

Tuesday, July 8, 2025
Hear from Erica Blaha, liveWELL Health Coach, as she shares why adding in just five minutes of activity can make a huge difference.
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UI implements 4 weeks of paid parental leave

Wednesday, July 2, 2025
The Iowa Paid Parental Leave program gives employees the opportunity to take time off to care for and bond with a new child without using sick or vacation leave.