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100-Word Microstory Contest
Thursday, July 24 to Friday, July 25, 2025 (all day)
Virtual
Our 100-Word Microstory Contest is a free online writing competition for a variety of age groups. Writing prompts here on Monday, July 14, 2025, at 9 a.m. CDT.You don’t have to be an Iowa Writers’ Workshop grad—or even have participated in a writing contest before—to join in the fun. Just create a story in 100 words or less that uses one of two specific writing prompts.The age categories are:· Grades 3 & 4· Grades 5 & 6· Grades 7 & 8· Grades 9–12· Adult (University of Iowa Alumni)· Adult (Friend...

100-Word Microstory Contest
Friday, July 25, 2025 (all day)
Virtual
Our 100-Word Microstory Contest is a free online writing competition for a variety of age groups. Writing prompts here on Monday, July 14, 2025, at 9 a.m. CDT.You don’t have to be an Iowa Writers’ Workshop grad—or even have participated in a writing contest before—to join in the fun. Just create a story in 100 words or less that uses one of two specific writing prompts.The age categories are:· Grades 3 & 4· Grades 5 & 6· Grades 7 & 8· Grades 9–12· Adult (University of Iowa Alumni)· Adult (Friend...

Improving Scholarly Communication Series - Writing for Publication
Friday, July 25, 2025 11:00am to 12:00pm
University Capitol Centre
The Improving Scholarly Communication sessions are a three-part series designed to provide you strategies to improve the clarity of your scholarly communications, both written and oral. These workshops are hosted by Paul Casella (Academic/Scientific Editorial Manager; Office of Faculty Affairs and Development) and will take place in-person during the Summer of 2025.Session 1 - Writing for Publication (Friday, July 25 from 11 a.m. to noon; University Capitol Centre)A clear and reasoned...
AI Prompting (Beginner): Crafting the Basics
Friday, July 25, 2025 3:00pm to 4:00pm
Virtual
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...

Stanley Creates | Recycled Tin Can Robots
Saturday, July 26, 2025 2:00pm to 3:30pm
Stanley Museum of Art
Reduce - Reuse - Reboot! Assemble a robot sculpture by reusing tin cans and other materials.Spots are limited, register here: https://uiowa.doubleknot.com/event/stanley-creates-recycled-tin-robot/3105245Stanley Creates is a free, family-friendly event offered twice a semester at the Stanley Museum of Art. It provides an opportunity for families to experience the museum together through an art-making activity that takes inspiration from the Stanley collection. During their visit to the Stanley...

Topics in Human Genetics
Monday, July 28, 2025 12:00pm to 1:00pm
Pappajohn Biomedical Discovery Building
The course is open to individuals wishing to learn more about current topics in Human Genetics who meet the following criteria; individuals must have completed a course in genetics and are currently in a genetics lab, or have past genetics research experience. Genetics educators are also welcome to attend the course.The objective of the course is to provide persons familiar with genetics a broad overview of gene identification, molecular genetics, complex disease, next generation sequencing...
AI Prompting (Advanced): Elevating your Craft
Tuesday, July 29, 2025 10:00am to 11:00am
Virtual
Take your prompting skills to the next level in this advanced AI prompting session. Designed for users who already understand the basics, this session dives deeper into prompt engineering techniques to generate more precise, creative, and impactful generative artificial intelligence responses.Participants will explore advanced prompting strategies including multi-step task execution, structured output formatting, and iterative refinement through practical application and project development. The...

Maximizing Pivot to Find Funding and Collaborators (July 2025)
Wednesday, July 30, 2025 1:00pm to 2:00pm
University Capitol Centre
Do you want to maximize your time spent searching for funding opportunities or potential project collaborators? Join us to learn how Pivot can save you time and effort in identifying the right funding opportunities for your research lines as well as identifying collaborators with the relevant expertise.Register here. The RDO will send a calendar invitation and room location upon registration.
IRB/HSO Office Hours Summer 2025
Wednesday, July 30, 2025 2:00pm to 4:00pm
Virtual
First come, first served.; computers are available. HSO Staff will be available to:Answer questions about conducting human subjects research.Provide guidance and answer questions about the electronic application forms in the HawkIRB system.Provide suggestions and guidance about study procedures that are in compliance with federal regulations and the UI IRB policies.Provide guidance and answer questions about the submission of industry-initiated and industry-sponsored research projects to an...

Golden Hour Gathering
Thursday, July 31, 2025 5:30pm to 7:30pm
Hubbard Park
**This event was rescheduled from July 24**Join Life in Iowa and International Student & Scholar Services for games and ice cream on the Hubbard Park lawn! Celebrate summer with us and others who are calling Iowa City home this summer and enjoy the golden glow of the setting sun while playing yard games. It’s the perfect chance to meet new friends, share laughs, and unwind after a long day. Bring your good vibes and a smile!Family members are also welcome to join in on the fun.Register here -...
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