The lectures will explore Korean memory, identity, and representation with the first looking at how ecology and history intertwine in Jeju’s Giving Forest, and the second investigating how North Korean refugee authors challenge dominant narratives through fiction.

The Food Studies Group, a new initiative within International Programs, will host its debut event, Food Around the World, which will explore global cultures through food and conversation. Faculty speakers will highlight how cuisine connects people across borders, fostering curiosity and international understanding.

As part of the University of Iowa’s 2025 International Education Month, the new program “Glocal at Iowa: Me – Iowa – the World” will feature five student speakers sharing their experiences through fast-paced Pecha Kucha presentations that highlight the connections between global and local perspectives.