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UI to host Beverly Brandau Fall Break Meal for students, scholars, and community members

Thursday, October 8, 2026
The meal offers an opportunity for UI students and scholars to connect with friends, family, and members of the greater Iowa City community during fall break.
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Info sessions on funding opportunities to study languages or conduct research abroad

Thursday, October 8, 2026
Students can learn more about the Critical Language Scholarship (CLS) and Stanley Award for International Research, including what each opportunity offers and how to prepare a strong application.
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Anne Frank Initiative to present at the English Valleys History Center

Members of the Anne Frank Initiative will present at the English Valleys History Center on October 25. Topics include the history of the Anne Frank tree, Anne Frank’s relationship to it while in hiding, the global sapling program, and the collaborative effort to bring a sapling to Iowa City.
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From Iowa to Prague: how saying ‘yes’ to study abroad led to a global career

Wednesday, October 7, 2026
When Grace Coleman (BA music and international studies ‘17) arrived at the University of Iowa, she knew she was interested in the wider world. What she didn't know was that the experiences she found at Iowa would eventually lead her to build a life and career on the other side of the globe. 
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Dean's Message: Study Abroad Fair and Kosovo delegation visit

Thursday, October 1, 2026
Dean Ganim celebrates the success of the annual Study Abroad Fair and reflects on the University of Iowa's growing global partnerships, including a recent delegation visit from the University of Prishtina in Kosovo.
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Irish artist Katie Holten reimagines language with a tree alphabet

Wednesday, September 30, 2026
Artist and writer Katie Holten is interviewed by Iowa Public Radio to discuss her work which explores the relationship between humanity and the rest of nature.
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IPR's Talk of Iowa features Anne Frank Initiative

Monday, September 28, 2026
The Anne Frank Initiative at the University of Iowa is dedicated to preserving and sharing Frank's legacy with new generations. Now, with virtual reality, they can transport students to the secret annex where the Frank family lived for two years.
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Engineering alumnus Young Sunwoo awarded 2026 International Impact Award

Friday, September 25, 2026
University of Iowa International Programs is pleased to announce that Young Sunwoo (MS chemical and materials engineering ’87, PhD chemical and biochemical engineering ‘93) is the recipient of the 2026 International Impact Award.
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Acclaimed Japanese poet Kawaguchi Harumi and translator Rina Kikuchi to lead bilingual reading event in Iowa City

Tuesday, September 22, 2026
The University of Iowa Center for Asian and Pacific Studies, International Writing Program, and Japanese Program will host a bilingual reading featuring acclaimed Japanese poet Kawaguchi Harumi and translator Rina Kikuchi at the Iowa City Public Library. The event will include readings in Japanese and English by International Writing Program participants and members of the Workshop in Japanese Literary Translation.