GPSG news and announcements

Official GPSG Response to the Iowa Board of Regents Supplemental Tuition Increase Decision

Wednesday, July 20, 2016
In response to the proposed supplemental increase of $300 for resident students and $400 for non-resident students, on top of already approved base tuition increases, GPSG and UISG jointly proposed a compromised supplemental tuition increase of $200 for all University of Iowa students.

Comments to the Board of Regents about Tuition Increase proposal

Friday, June 10, 2016
Full comments from the GPSG President Josh Schoenfeld to the Iowa Board of Regents meeting on June 9, 2016, regarding the proposed supplemental tuition increase:I want to thank the Board for taking the time time listen to the student perspective on the proposed tuition increase.

Message to UI Community

Wednesday, May 4, 2016
Earlier today the University of Iowa Police Department issued a Crime Alert after learning one of our students reported a racially motivated attack. We are saddened and outraged by the horrible event that transpired Saturday evening. This kind of violence is unacceptable and will not be tolerated.

Jordan Burnham

Monday, April 18, 2016
Active Minds & UCS Welcomes Jordan Burnham  to U of I for his talk “Survival, Recovery & Acceptance” focused on his high school suicide attempt, his survival through it, and the dramatic lessons he learned regarding taking care one’s mental health.

Hawkeye Caucus Day

Monday, March 21, 2016
Graduate and Professional Students, Hawkeye Caucus is Tuesday April 5th! This is a great opportunity to advocate for your constituents and peers and to talk to local legislators about what is important to you and the University.

GPSG Elections 2016

Thursday, March 17, 2016
All UI Graduate and Professional Students, Want to get involved in improving the daily lives your fellow students? Run for a position in the upcoming UI Graduate and Professional Student Government elections on Tuesday April 5th!! All nominations must be submitted via Qualtrics BY 7PM on TUESDAY MARCH 29th.

Mizzou Statement

Thursday, November 12, 2015
The University of Iowa Student Government and Graduate and Professional Student Government are concerned about the events unfolding on the University of Missouri-Columbia campus.

GPSG Gamewatch

Monday, October 5, 2015
GPSG Gamewatch October 17, 2015  10-3pm Kinnick Stadium PressBox, Indoor Club Room, 1st Floor Come cheer on the hawkeyes for the the Iowa v. Northwestern game with other graduate and professional students! Heavy appetizers, snacks, and desserts will be provided. Cash bar will be available.

Official Statement from GPSG and UISG

Wednesday, September 30, 2015
Recent comments by UI students on several social media platforms targeted at international Asian, Asian American, and Pacific Islander students have once again highlighted the urgent need for the campus community to come together to support every campus constituency and to help all feel welcome, valued, and safe on campus, no matter the perceived background or difference....

It's On Us PSA

Thursday, September 24, 2015
Hawkeyes intervene in uncomfortable or potentially violent situations.   We all can do something to prevent sexual assault.   Direct.   Approach the situation.   Distract.   Create a distraction.   Delegate.   Ask others for assistance to intervene.   It’s on us to step in and speak up.