The Graduate and Professional Student Government hosts a wide variety of events throughout the year! 

GPSG Meetings Spring 2024

meetings

Council Meeting

IMU Room 337 (or join via Zoom)
meetings

Council Meeting

IMU Room 337 (or join via Zoom)
meetings

Council Meeting

IMU Room 337 (or join via Zoom)

GPSG Events

Wholistic Wellness Week 2024

Wholistic Wellness Week Safety Training Flyer

WWW: Personal Safety Training Sessions

UCC Campus Safety Training Room
Wholistic Wellness Week Safety Training Flyer

WWW: Personal Safety Training Sessions

UCC Campus Safety Training Room
Wholistic Wellness Week: Mindfulness Meditation

WWW: Mindfulness Meditation

Zoom

Events Around Campus

HPC Workshop: Machine Learning and Big Data

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 10:00am to 4:00pm
University Capitol Centre
ITS - Research Services hosts a two-day intensive workshop on Machine Learning and Big Data. This workshop will be led by Prof. John Urbanic from the Pittsburgh Supercomputing Center and will take place in a training room equipped with two-way video communication between participants and the lecturer. Please note that all participants must be at the hosting location, as there will be no option for individual remote participation via video call (e.g., Zoom). ITS-RS staff will assist participants...

TriNetX Basic Training

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 2:00pm to 3:00pm
Virtual
This training will provide an in-depth look at TriNetX and show you how to use the tool. We will go through building a study, searching for a specific population, and finally what information you can gather from the specific cohort. We will also discuss next steps on getting data extracted for research. After this training you will have a thorough understanding of how to use TriNetX and what the process is to get data extracted for research studies. Register by clicking the virtual event link...
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Anthology Ally: An ICON Course Accessibility Tool

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 3:30pm to 4:30pm
Virtual
Anthology Ally is a powerful tool in your ICON courses. It provides instructors guidance and feedback on accessibility issues in their course sites and offers students multiple formats for downloading and using course materials. Join us to learn how this tool works, how you can make your course sites more accessible, and how it can increase students' ability to engage with your course materials. Register to attend.The Office of Teaching, Learning, and Technology provides expertise, tools, and...

Des Moines MSW Info Session

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 4:00pm to 5:00pm
Virtual
Please join us via Zoom for an info session to learn more about the MSW program in Des Moines at the John and Mary Pappajohn Education Center.Click here to register: https://socialwork.uiowa.edu/graduate/msw-social-work/des-moinesQuestions? Contact Melanie at melanie-reed@uiowa.edu 
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Exhibition - A Roll of the Dice: Symbolism in the Sackner Archive

Wednesday, May 14 to Friday, June 27, 2025 (all day)
University of Iowa Main Library
In 1897, French Symbolist poet Stéphane Mallarmé revolutionized the world of graphic design with a single poem that forever changed the way we look at words. His work illustrated how text conveys meaning not only through words, but also as visual symbols that contain a deeper meaning. For over 125 years, artists and writers have continued to explore the mystery of Mallarmé’s poem “Un coup de dés jamais n’abolira le hasard” [A throw of the dice will never abolish chance]. This exhibition...
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Study at the Stanley

Wednesday, May 14 10:00am to Friday, May 16, 2025 4:00pm
Stanley Museum of Art
Make the Stanley your study spot for finals week. We'll have free coffee, lemonade, punch, and snacks available all day Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday (10 a.m.–4 p.m.). Stop by for a few hours to study for your exams: grab a snack, replenish your study supplies (we'll have post-its, highlighters, and more) and take a quick break — either by exploring the galleries or playing with a fidget toy.

REDCap MyCap Training

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 10:00am to 11:00am
Virtual
This is the fifth step in the REDCap training series. In this training, we will discuss using the MyCap mobile app for data collection. We will cover features such as: Creating participants Creating tasks and schedules Active tasks and their unique data output Direct messages and announcements This training is a demo and not hands-on. After this training, you will have a basic understanding of the MyCap mobile app for REDCap. Register by clicking the virtual event link above or by going...

HPC Workshop: Machine Learning and Big Data

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 10:00am to 4:00pm
University Capitol Centre
ITS - Research Services hosts a two-day intensive workshop on Machine Learning and Big Data. This workshop will be led by Prof. John Urbanic from the Pittsburgh Supercomputing Center and will take place in a training room equipped with two-way video communication between participants and the lecturer. Please note that all participants must be at the hosting location, as there will be no option for individual remote participation via video call (e.g., Zoom). ITS-RS staff will assist participants...

IRB/HSO Spring 2025 Office Hours

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 2:00pm to 4:00pm
Virtual
Answer questions about conducting human subjects research. Provide guidance and answer questions about the electronic application forms in the HawkIRB system. Provide suggestions and guidance about study procedures that are in compliance with federal regulations and the UI IRB policies. Provide guidance and answer questions about the submission of industry-initiated and industry-sponsored research projects to an external/commercial or central IRB.
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Prairie Preview turns 40

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 4:30pm to 7:00pm
Iowa Memorial Union (IMU)
This year’s Prairie Preview Exhibitor Fair will be from 4:30-7:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 14 in the International Ballroom at the Iowa Memorial Union.Attendees can connect with more than 35 local and regional environmental organizations dedicated to conservation, sustainability, and environmental education. The fair will feature interactive booths, hands-on activities, and valuable insights on how you can make a difference in your own backyard and beyond. The fair is free to attend, no registration...
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Exhibition - A Roll of the Dice: Symbolism in the Sackner Archive

Thursday, May 15 to Friday, June 27, 2025 (all day)
University of Iowa Main Library
In 1897, French Symbolist poet Stéphane Mallarmé revolutionized the world of graphic design with a single poem that forever changed the way we look at words. His work illustrated how text conveys meaning not only through words, but also as visual symbols that contain a deeper meaning. For over 125 years, artists and writers have continued to explore the mystery of Mallarmé’s poem “Un coup de dés jamais n’abolira le hasard” [A throw of the dice will never abolish chance]. This exhibition...

“A Celebration of GWSS Life” 50th Anniversary Symposium

Thursday, May 15, 2025 9:30am to 8:00pm
Iowa City Public Library
“A Celebration of GWSS Life:” an event honoring the 50th anniversary of the Department of Gender, Women’s and Sexuality Studies (GWSS) at the University of Iowa. We will host a symposium that includes: a poster session and roundtable discussions with emerita faculty and alumni.
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Study at the Stanley

Thursday, May 15 10:00am to Saturday, May 17, 2025 4:00pm
Stanley Museum of Art
Make the Stanley your study spot for finals week. We'll have free coffee, lemonade, punch, and snacks available all day Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday (10 a.m.–4 p.m.). Stop by for a few hours to study for your exams: grab a snack, replenish your study supplies (we'll have post-its, highlighters, and more) and take a quick break — either by exploring the galleries or playing with a fidget toy.

REDCap Data Handling

Thursday, May 15, 2025 10:00am to 11:00am
Virtual
This is the sixth and final step in the REDCap training series. In this training we won't use REDCap at all. Instead, we will cover ways to view and manage your exported REDCap data in Microsoft Excel and Sublime Text such as: Populating data from one Excel sheet to another with vlookup() Seeing specific data with column sorting and filtering Ensuring data is cohesive by creating tables Looking at how data relates to other data by creating pivot tables Transforming unusable data to a...

IRB/HSO Spring 2025 Office Hours

Thursday, May 15, 2025 10:00am to 12:00pm
Virtual
Answer questions about conducting human subjects research. Provide guidance and answer questions about the electronic application forms in the HawkIRB system. Provide suggestions and guidance about study procedures that are in compliance with federal regulations and the UI IRB policies. Provide guidance and answer questions about the submission of industry-initiated and industry-sponsored research projects to an external/commercial or central IRB.
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Microsoft Teams: An Introduction

Thursday, May 15, 2025 2:00pm to 3:00pm
Virtual
This introductory course will give you a high-level overview of how to utilize Microsoft Teams and the tools within to collaborate and communicate with a work group, a project team, or any assortment of people. Topics covered include chat, creating a team, communicating in a team, meetings, and more. This course is designed for first-time users of Teams and those who would like to ensure they are getting the most out of this organizational tool. To schedule additional Microsoft Teams training...

Guest Chamber Recital: Two Petes and a Pan, percussion duo

Thursday, May 15, 2025 3:00pm
Voxman Music Building
Guest Chamber Recital: Two Petes and a Pan, percussion duoPeter Naughton, piano and percussionPeter Grubisich, steel pans and percussionThis concert is free and open to the public.View the program here: https://digital.lib.uiowa.edu/node/945593
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Exhibition - A Roll of the Dice: Symbolism in the Sackner Archive

Friday, May 16 to Friday, June 27, 2025 (all day)
University of Iowa Main Library
In 1897, French Symbolist poet Stéphane Mallarmé revolutionized the world of graphic design with a single poem that forever changed the way we look at words. His work illustrated how text conveys meaning not only through words, but also as visual symbols that contain a deeper meaning. For over 125 years, artists and writers have continued to explore the mystery of Mallarmé’s poem “Un coup de dés jamais n’abolira le hasard” [A throw of the dice will never abolish chance]. This exhibition...
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Public Observing Night - Van Allen Observatory

Friday, May 16, 2025 8:00pm to 11:59pm
Van Allen Hall
UPDATE: Unfortunately, due to the weather forecast tonight, we will not be setting up telescopes. However, feel free to stop by Van Allen Hall from 8 to 10 p.m. to learn about the wonders of light and spectroscopy! We will have science talks and demonstrations in the 6th floor classrooms (accessible from the East Elevator).Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to attend all University of Iowa–sponsored events. If you are a person with a disability who requires a reasonable accommodation...
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Exhibition - A Roll of the Dice: Symbolism in the Sackner Archive

Saturday, May 17 to Friday, June 27, 2025 (all day)
University of Iowa Main Library
In 1897, French Symbolist poet Stéphane Mallarmé revolutionized the world of graphic design with a single poem that forever changed the way we look at words. His work illustrated how text conveys meaning not only through words, but also as visual symbols that contain a deeper meaning. For over 125 years, artists and writers have continued to explore the mystery of Mallarmé’s poem “Un coup de dés jamais n’abolira le hasard” [A throw of the dice will never abolish chance]. This exhibition...
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Exhibition - A Roll of the Dice: Symbolism in the Sackner Archive

Sunday, May 18 to Friday, June 27, 2025 (all day)
University of Iowa Main Library
In 1897, French Symbolist poet Stéphane Mallarmé revolutionized the world of graphic design with a single poem that forever changed the way we look at words. His work illustrated how text conveys meaning not only through words, but also as visual symbols that contain a deeper meaning. For over 125 years, artists and writers have continued to explore the mystery of Mallarmé’s poem “Un coup de dés jamais n’abolira le hasard” [A throw of the dice will never abolish chance]. This exhibition...

Parenting Teens: Cultivating Connections with Teens in a Digital Age

Sunday, May 18, 2025 1:00pm to 4:00pm
Iowa City Public Library
Join other caregivers of teens for an afternoon of learning and discussion about evidence-based strategies for communicating and connecting with teens in a digital age. Led by Dr. Rachel McLaren and Dr. Rachel Young, experts in parent-adolescent communication and digital media. Leave feeling more confident and equipped.

Senior Recital: Kate O'Connell, soprano

Sunday, May 18, 2025 3:30pm
Voxman Music Building
Senior Recital: Kate O'Connell, sopranoKate O'Connell, sopranoHalie Augustus, pianoÉlise DesChamps, mezzo-sopranoFoo Chen Gui, tenorEthan Elsbernd, baritoneJoshua Nieman, bassThis concert will be livestreamed here: https://music.uiowa.edu/events/school-music-livestream.View the program here: https://digital.lib.uiowa.edu/node/945595This concert is free and open to the public.
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Iowa MBA Commencement Ceremony

Sunday, May 18, 2025 4:00pm
Carver-Hawkeye Arena
Doors will open one hour prior to ceremony start. Check below and visit the collegiate website for additional information. A University of Iowa official will confer degrees. Robin Therme, President of CIVCO Medical Solutions, will be the speaker.
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