Events

GPSG Meetings Fall 2026

Legislative Meeting

Tuesday, August 25, 2026 - 7:00 PM

Black Box Theater (360 IMU)

Legislative Meeting

Tuesday, December 1, 2026 - 7:00 PM

Black Box Theater (360 IMU)

Legislative Meeting

Tuesday, September 8, 2026 - 7:00 PM

Black Box Theater (360 IMU)

Legislative Meeting

Tuesday, October 6, 2026 - 7:00 PM

Black Box Theater (360 IMU)

Legislative Meeting

Friday, November 6, 2026 - 7:00 PM

Black Box Theater (360 IMU)

GPSG Events

GPSG Ball 2026

The ticket request period has now closed. All attendees who RSVP’d will receive additional details from GPSG soon.

Events Around Campus

Owls at the Iowa Writers’ Workshop

Thursday, November 12, 2026 1:00pm

Dey House

The Iowa Writers’ Workshop, Hancher Auditorium, and the Iowa String Quartet Residency Program present the Owls for an intimate hour-long afternoon concert at the Iowa Writers’ Workshop Frank Conroy Reading Room.

Story Lab Showcase Prep at MERGE

Thursday, November 12, 2026 3:00pm to 5:00pm

MERGE

Showcase practice in the space—one week out!

Night at the Museum: Fall Frames

Thursday, November 12, 2026 5:00pm to 7:00pm

Stanley Museum of Art

Once a month, the Stanley hosts events designed to introduce the museum to University of Iowa students through engaging and creative activities. Nights at the Museum events occur on Thursday nights when the museum is open late. These events are planned and developed with the assistance of the Campus Engagement Coordinator, a student employee who works with museum staff to engage student audiences. Information about past Nights at the Museum can be found here. Attending student events also...

16 Winters, or the Bear's Tale

Thursday, November 12, 2026 8:00pm

Theatre Building

Shakespeare begins Act 4 of The Winter’s Tale with a monologue from “Time,” recapping the 16 years that pass between Acts 3 and 4. In 16 Winters, University of Iowa Playwriting alum Mary Hamilton imagines the journey that each character takes during this enchanted gap in time.

ICON Day 2026

Friday, November 13, 2026 9:00am to 3:00pm

Grand Ballroom in the Hilton Garden Inn

ICON Day 2026 will spotlight practical ways to spark participation and deepen learning. Sessions will showcase technology tools that make active learning easier to design and run. Leave with templates, demos, and ideas you can apply in your next class. Claire Howell Major, PhD, will deliver the keynote, Choosing Active Learning Strategies to Support Deeper Student Thinking. This session will highlight how active learning is an instructional approach proven to support student engagement and learning outcomes across disciplines. Register by Monday, Nov. 2.

Public Interest Career Expo!

Friday, November 13, 2026 11:30am to 5:00pm

Boyd Law Building

More information coming soon!

Friday Crafternoons

Friday, November 13, 2026 1:00pm to 3:30pm

Stanley Museum of Art

Need a creative break at the end of the week? Swing by the Stanley on Friday afternoons to work on a craft project of your choice.

Bring your own in-progress project or start a new one using the various supplies provided. Try your hand at sketching, coloring, knitting, embroidery, origami, and so much more in a relaxing, low-pressure environment. Stay as long as you like and make new connections. Light snacks will be provided.

Friday Crafternoons occurs almost every Friday at the Stanley Museum of...

Free CPR/AED Training, Red Watch Band

Friday, November 13, 2026 4:00pm to 6:00pm

Iowa Memorial Union (IMU)

Free CPR/AED Training + Narcan Administration

Dance Gala

Friday, November 13, 2026 7:30pm

Hancher Auditorium

Experience the beloved annual celebration of the artistry of University of Iowa dance students and faculty.

16 Winters, or the Bear's Tale

Friday, November 13, 2026 8:00pm

Theatre Building

Iowa Law Pregame Cookout

Saturday, November 14, 2026 (all day)

Boyd Law Building

All College of Law students, faculty, staff, and alumni are invited to gather before kickoff to enjoy food, fun, and Hawkeye spirit. Reconnect with the College of Law community and cheer on the Hawkeyes together!

Cookout timing details will be announced once game time is confirmed.

The pregame cookout is generously sponsored by Bradley & Riley PC.

Iowa Football vs. Purdue

Saturday, November 14, 2026 (all day)

Kinnick Stadium

The Iowa football team will host Purdue at Kinnick Stadium.

Dance Gala

Saturday, November 14, 2026 7:30pm

Hancher Auditorium

Experience the beloved annual celebration of the artistry of University of Iowa dance students and faculty.

16 Winters, or the Bear's Tale

Saturday, November 14, 2026 8:00pm

Theatre Building

Iowa Swimming and Diving hosts Hawkeye Invite

Tuesday, November 17 to Friday, November 20, 2026 (all day)

Campus Recreation and Wellness Center

Iowa Swimming and Diving hosts the Hawkeye Invite at the Campus Recreation and Wellness Center.

Maker Break: DIY Cozy Hand Warmers

Tuesday, November 17, 2026 11:30am to 1:00pm

Seamans Center

Drop in anytime for a fun, themed craft that takes just 10–20 minutes and explore your creativity.

Graduate & Professional Students: Let's Do Lunch!

Tuesday, November 17, 2026 12:00pm to 1:00pm

Sciences Library

Bring your academic interests to the table and engage with fellow graduate and professional students in a casual, supportive environment.

BMB Research Workshop

Tuesday, November 17, 2026 12:30pm to 1:20pm

Medical Education Research Facility

The Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology holds research workshops featuring internal speakers on Tuesdays, 12:30-1:20pm. For Fall 2026, these will occur in 1117 MERF. Presentation titles are not publicly available due to the use of unpublished research. Individuals interested in attending workshops or being added to the email list should contact the office at biochem@uiowa.edu.

Aug. 25: CANCELED

Sept. 1: open

Sept. 8: RESERVED

Sept. 15: Steve Guzman, PhD, Postdoc Fellow, Biomedical...

Seminar Series: Department of Microbiology and Immunology

Tuesday, November 17, 2026 3:00pm to 4:00pm

Bowen Science Building

Each semester, we are proud to host outstanding seminar speakers. Everyone is encouraged to attend. Visit website: https://microbiology.medicine.uiowa.edu/about-us/seminars

Iowa Volleyball vs. Illinois

Tuesday, November 17, 2026 6:00pm

Xtream Arena

The Iowa Volleyball team will host Illinois at Xtream Arena.

Iowa Swimming and Diving hosts Hawkeye Invite

Wednesday, November 18 to Friday, November 20, 2026 (all day)

Campus Recreation and Wellness Center

Iowa Swimming and Diving hosts the Hawkeye Invite at the Campus Recreation and Wellness Center.

Study Hall

Wednesday, November 18, 2026 10:00am to 12:00pm

University of Iowa Museum of Natural History

The Museum of Natural History welcomes students each week for a study session in our galleries. We'll provide the snacks, cushions, and ambiance. You bring your planners, textbooks, or assignments. Together, we'll stay ahead of our goals this semester.

Maker Break: DIY Cozy Hand Warmers

Wednesday, November 18, 2026 11:30am to 1:00pm

Sciences Library

Drop in anytime for a fun, themed craft that takes just 10–20 minutes and explore your creativity.

Human Subjects Office Fall 2026 Office Hours

Wednesday, November 18, 2026 2:00pm to 4:00pm

Virtual

IRB Office Hours are for all UI faculty, staff, and Investigators, HawkIRB delegates, and research team members involved with Human Subjects research.

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