We learned that one of the toughest parts about the start of the semester for most students is none other than homesickness. Show your loved ones you're thinking about them by sending a University of Iowa Museum of Natural History or Old Capitol Museum postcard. We've got all the materials and we'll take care of the postage and mailing.Find us on the Pentacrest Monday, Sept. 89:30–11:30 a.m. Stay connected, Hawkeyes!

Join us for the Women in Micro & Immuno Coffee Hour. It is the monthly coffee hour on the second Monday of the month from 11 a.m. to noon in 1289 CBRB. Enjoy coffee, pastries and contribute to the discussion!This is open to ALL — students, staff, postdocs, and faculty interested in promoting women in science.Speakers change monthly. Contact: jessica-tucker@uiowa.edu for details.

Grab lunch and connect with the community at the Plaza!Presented by the College of Engineering and the Stanley Museum of Art, this event series runs from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the North Library Plaza. Enjoy a rotating lineup of food trucks and take a break with good food and great company!Food TrucksBloomWildwoodThe Bagel ShopBlazing HibachiKeeping Up With The Jones'sPower Nutrition / Power Health Coralville

Marco Battaglini is the Edward H. Meyer Professor of Economics from Cornell University.

Unlock the full potential of generative artificial intelligence tools by learning the art of effective prompting in this foundational training session. Participants will learn key principles of crafting clear, concise and contextually relevant prompts to get the best responses from an AI tool. This session will cover basic best practices for a beginner level of knowledge in prompting, including administrative tasks, academic support and research help, while also identifying common pitfalls and...