University Libraries

Each year, the University of Iowa Libraries recognizes two graduate student employees for their contributions to the institution and the library or department in which they work. Recipients of an Academic Enrichment Award (AEA) receive a scholarship of $2,500 and are selected by a committee based […]

Juliann Pawlowski studies biomedical engineering and works at the front desk of the Sciences Library. Originally from Plainfield, Illinois, she was drawn to the University of Iowa by its welcoming environment. Juliann quickly became involved in campus life when she arrived, joining the American […]

We are proud to celebrate and learn from them as they share how their time in the Libraries has influenced their interests, wellbeing, and future plans. Be sure to congratulate the following students when you see them at the Libraries!

UI Dental Hygiene faculty and students understood that providing the best care meant connecting to the community they were serving. This approach to care influenced Iowans across the state, and students even after their graduation from the program.

Inside the University of Iowa Libraries is your look behind-the-scenes to meet the people and discover the stories making our organization unique and valuable. From cutting-edge databases to rare books, join us to explore a world of research, preservation, and discovery that fosters student success […]

We were thrilled to host the University of Iowa Libraries Advancement Council (LAC) on campus Nov. 29–31, 2024, and already look forward to their next meeting, scheduled for April 2025.  The LAC actively champions the Libraries and provides guidance and feedback to help UI Center for […]

As of Jan. 1, 2025, all the books, films, songs, and art published in the 1920s or earlier are now public domain.

Charmirose “Sugar” Durante’s journey to the Rita Benton Music Library at the University of Iowa began an ocean away in her home country of the Philippines.

Janna Lawrence retired as the director of the Hardin Library for the Health Sciences in November 2024. She was a cornerstone of Hardin Library for 17-and-a half-years, serving the last five years in the top leadership role as the director of Hardin with unparalleled dedication and vision for the […]

Finals week is upon us and can be very intimidating. We are here for our students with extended hours, hot beverages, and fun surprises! We are open for late-night study sessions with space for individual and group study.  Mon, Dec. 16–Thu, Dec. 19 | 8:30 a.m.–midnight  Fri, Dec. 20 | 8:30 […]

“There was a lot of fear for me in coming back to school,” says Hartzog. “I was a bit older than the average student and wasn’t sure how well I’d fit into the student culture. The Art Library was one of the first places I connected to on campus.”

From teaching classes to providing support at the Just Ask Desk in the Main Library, Andrea helps students develop important research skills and fosters a sense of curiosity about the information around them.

Registration is now open for design teams to enter the 2025 Engineering Open mini golf design challenge. Teams will compete to design the best mini golf fairway, focusing on fun theming and creative building. Visit the event homepage for full rules and judging criteria. The event will take place on […]

Capture Your Research is an annual image competition that celebrates research across campus at the University of Iowa. On Tuesday, Nov. 12, we held the Capture Your Research Reception and Awards Ceremony. The top 25 images were displayed and awards were presented. Check out the gallery below to […]

In 1977, Des Moines civil rights activist, Edna Griffin, wrote a strongly worded opinion piece defending the a local dance studio, the Gateway Dance Theatre. But why? In this piece, IWA student assistant Kelly Kemp explores the connection between civil rights and dance through the papers of […]

Fall 2024 Edition This spring the University of Iowa released a special video called “Iowa: Your Destination for the Performing Arts,” all about our vibrant, collaborative arts campus in the greatest small city for the arts.  Sean Harken, a bass-baritone vocalist pursuing his B.M. in Voice […]

Is adding collaborators or guest performers to a Hawkeye Marching Band (HMB) halftime show one step too far? Can there be too much of a good thing? The HMB has always had a collaborative streak in its DNA, from its longtime association with the Scottish Highlanders to several impressive performers […]

“Songs of SUI have peculiar origins,” states The Daily Iowan in a 1962 article. “Old Gold” (1905); “On Iowa” (1917); “The Iowa Fight Song” (1950); and “Roll Along, Iowa” (1954) and “Alma Mater Iowa” (1947/1960) have all assumed distinct roles in campus life, and in the […]

Intro This summer I began work on a publishing project called Rampage Party Press, which I’ll spend the next year developing as my thesis project to complete an MFA in Book Arts. Before this program, I received an MFA from the Iowa Writers’ Workshop, where I studied poetry. In so many ways, […]

Connie Chen’s final presentation and findings from the summer, Tampons of Tauromachy can be found on video here.