Nominations for the International Impact Award are accepted between March 15 and May 1 prior to the academic year in which the award is given.

The International Impact Award recognizes distinguished alumni and other individuals with significant ties to the University of Iowa who have made important contributions internationally or, in the case of international alumni, abroad in their home countries. 

Established by UI International Programs in 2010, the award honors exceptional individuals in any field who have made sustained and deep contributions internationally or in the U.S. to promote global understanding. The International Impact Award is presented by the UI president during International Education Week in a public ceremony. Nominees may come from any field; current UI faculty and staff are not eligible for the award.

Nominee Information:

Nominator information:

Nomination Letter Requirements:

  • No longer than 2 pages, single-spaced, 12-point font
  • Must detail nominee’s connection to the University of Iowa, magnitude of contribution on an international level (reach and duration), and visibility of accomplishments
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For questions regarding the International Impact Award, please contact: Russell Ganim, associate provost and dean, International Programs, at
russell-ganim@uiowa.edu.