Learn more about this faculty-led program designed specifically for the Honors Program and students who are majoring and minoring in Ancient Civilization and Classical Languages. This three-week program will reconstruct and interpret life in ancient Greece through the study of literature, art history, and archaeology. The program is led by Debra Trusty, associate professor of instruction, classics, in the UI College of Liberal Arts and Sciences.

Program: Ancient Perspectives, Modern Eyes

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Literary translation is not so black-and-white. What makes or breaks a quality translation? These essays explore personal experiences with literary translation, and the challenging task of changing or muting unique cultural expressions to fit a broader audience.

The IWP Friday Panel Discussion series provides an opportunity for the residents of Iowa City to meet and converse with writers from around the world who are the Fall 2025 Writers in Residence at the University of Iowa International...

Learn more about this faculty-led program designed specifically for the Honors Program and students who are majoring and minoring in Ancient Civilization and Classical Languages. This three-week program will reconstruct and interpret life in ancient Greece through the study of literature, art history, and archaeology. The program is led by Debra Trusty, associate professor of instruction, classics, in the UI College of Liberal Arts and Sciences.

Program: Ancient Perspectives, Modern Eyes

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Instructors: Shuhui Lin, International Education Program and Student Affairs Advisor, International Student and Scholar Services, and Brandon Paulson, Associate Director, International Student and Scholar Services

Cross-listed with Supervising Today’s Students

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Will you be supervising international student employees? If so, this course if for you. International students are a tremendous resource to our campus. Awareness of both the benefits and challenges of cross-cultural supervision...

Instructor: Pauline Beazer James, Senior Advisor, International Student and Scholar Services; Rudia W. Kihura, Ph.D., Assistant Professor, Special Education, University of Arkansas at Little Rock; and Brandon Paulson, Associate Director, International Student and Scholar Services

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In this interactive session, we will engage in the Story Stitch activity to learn about each other through the stories shared and conversations ignited. This activity involves splitting into groups with each...

Have you ever thought about doing an internship abroad—or already completed one and wondered how to make it shine on your resumé? If so, this event is for you.

The University of Iowa Study Abroad team and the Pomerantz Career Center are teaming up to host a virtual session designed to help students maximize the impact of international internships. Whether you’ve just returned from working abroad or are planning your first global experience, this session will give you the tools to level up your...

Join Life in Iowa and International Student & Scholar Services (ISSS) for a workshop to better understand key aspects of U.S. federal laws and Iowa state laws; especially those that may impact your daily life.

Topics may include:

Laws related to alcohol, driving, and housing

Interactions with law enforcement and what to expect

Recent legal or policy changes relevant to international students

Common legal misunderstandings or mistakes to avoid

The virtual event link will be active the day of the event...

Each of the International Writing Program's Fall Residencies ends with an "Images of America" open-mic panel where the writers speak on their time in Iowa and the United States, what they saw, what they learned, and what they will take home with them. This is always a funny, surprising, and poignant event, so we hope you'll have time to join us.

The IWP Friday Panel Discussion series provides an opportunity for the residents of Iowa City to meet and converse with writers from around the world who...

Instructors: Emily Brown, Senior Study Abroad Advisor & Program Coordinator, Study Abroad

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Study abroad is a valuable opportunity for UI undergraduate students to gain new perspectives and skills to apply in our global workplace. When studying abroad students fulfill academic, professional, and personal goals. We will discuss the benefits and challenges of international education, the specifics of study abroad participation at UI, and resources to help students from the point of...