Tuesday, October 20 · 4–8 p.m. · International Ballroom, Iowa Memorial Union · Free
Caramel apples, hot cocoa, giant Jenga, and a mini pumpkin with your name on it. Fall Festival is a cozy study break for graduate and professional students. No agenda, no obligation. Come as you are and stay as long as you like.
The details
When
Tuesday, October 20, 2026
4–8 p.m.
Where
International Ballroom, Iowa Memorial Union
Second floor, Room 243
125 N. Madison St., Iowa City
Who
All graduate and professional students.
Free. The treats and games are on us.
What's waiting for you
Tap anything on the list for a peek.
Treats
Caramel apples
The official taste of October. Sticky fingers are a badge of honor.
Fall desserts
Because "I'll just have one" is a hypothesis worth testing.
Hot cocoa
Warm hands, zero deadlines.
Pumpkin spiced coffee
Yes, it's that season. No, we won't judge.
Things to do
Mini pumpkin painting
No art degree required. Abstract counts.
Giant Jenga
Steady hands and questionable strategy welcome.
Ladder golf
Never played? Neither have most of us. That's the fun part.
Cornhole
A Midwest classic. Bragging rights included.
Fall photo backdrops
Proof for the group chat that you left your desk.
Save your spot
A quick RSVP gives us a head count, so there are enough caramel apples for everyone.
Questions?
Contact Vishuka Pathirana, Interprofessional Director, at gpsg-interprof@uiowa.edu.
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Hosted by the Interprofessional Development Committee, one of GPSG's committees.
Accessibility
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 in order to participate in this program, please contact Vishuka Pathirana in advance at gpsg-interprof@uiowa.edu.