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University of Iowa Postdoctoral Association (UIPDA)

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The UIPDA advocates for all Postdocs at the University of Iowa.
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Are you a postdoc at the University of Iowa? The Postdoctoral Association is here for you! Join us every first Friday of every month at 4 pm to find out how we can improve your experience and help you meet your goals. Email merri-grace-jones@uiowa.edu for information about how to join in person or over Zoom.

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Drawing Salon with Robert Caputo

Sunday, December 21, 2025 2:00pm to 3:30pm

Stanley Museum of Art

The Drawing Salon focuses on drawing artworks from the museum's collection. Each session will focus on a different artwork. The sessions will begin with an introduction and discussion of the selected work. Participants will be encouraged to pursue their own visions and to take inspiration from the artworks in the gallery.

Pencils and sketchbooks/paper are the only artmaking materials allowed in the galleries. The museum has golf pencils with erasers and clipboards for participants to use. Stools...