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Physics professor John Prineas poses for a photo after competing in the World Masters Indoor Track Meet

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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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.
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Medical care while traveling: Stay covered, stay healthy

Thursday, June 26, 2025
University Human Resources encourages you to review your health care coverage before traveling so you know what's available to you in case of an emergency.
Nick Carino-Marek poses for a photo in front of a brick wall outside the Lindquist Center.

Military veteran returns to Iowa City to pursue new career, raise a family

Tuesday, June 17, 2025
Nick Carino-Marek has steadily risen through the ranks within Information Technology Services while raising his family in a supportive and entertaining college town.
Jeanie Finnegan and Ashley Finnegan pose for a photo together wearing red scrubs

Meet the mother-daughter pair leading two generations of nursing with UI Health Care

Thursday, June 5, 2025
Jeanie Finnegan and her daughter Ashley have both gone beyond their job descriptions to grow in their careers and serve patients at UI Health Care.

New group coaching series builds confidence, skills for healthy habits

Tuesday, May 27, 2025
LiveWELL launched its new group coaching series, Back to the Basics, this spring with the goal of helping employees build foundational habits in nutrition, physical activity, mental well-being, and sleep.
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Internship program leads to full-time job at Iowa for new grad

Tuesday, May 6, 2025
HR management and marketing student Kristen Schlawin accepted a job with University Benefits following her graduation in May.
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UI recognized as a Patriot Employer by non-profit serving disabled Veterans

Tuesday, April 22, 2025
The University of Iowa has been recognized as a Disabled American Veterans (DAV) Patriot Employer for its commitment to hiring military Veterans.
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MoveWELL Tips: Keep Movement Enjoyable!

Friday, April 18, 2025
Hear from Erica Blaha, liveWELL Health Coach, as she shares simple ways to make enjoyable movement a natural part of your day.
Jeff and Sarah Jones pose for a photo inside the Gymnastics and Spirit Squads Training Center

Work-life balance inspires family to choose the University of Iowa

Tuesday, April 8, 2025
Jeff and Sarah Jones took a leap of faith when they moved their family of five from their home state of Missouri to Iowa in pursuit of new job opportunities and work-life balance.