February 2020
Award-winning author, UI professor draws inspiration from Iowa City community
Winning the most prestigious literature award for her first novel, Hispanic studies Professor Ana Merino reflects on her love for Iowa City’s culture and its influence on her accomplishments.
News
Faculty funding application deadlines approaching
There are many faculty funding opportunities with Spring 2020 application deadlines available through International Programs.
International Programs hosts Iowa Caucus information event for UI international students
The event featured visiting professor David Redlawsk and helped explain the concept.
UI monitoring coronavirus spread, following health officials' guidelines
Following the outbreak of the virus in Wuhan, China, the UI is tracking health officials’ recommendations for maintaining safety.
UI researcher, international team date the age of Homo erectus settlement
UI paleoanthropologist Russell Ciochon contributed to this discovery on the Indonesian island of Java.

Upcoming Events
Lecture on climate change and 
international politics
Join the Iowa City Foreign Relations Council as they host Rei Tang and Mark Conway from the Stanley Center for Peace and Security for a talk on how climate change is changing international politics.  February 5 Learn more
WorldCanvass presents "The Future of Museums"
Join host Joan Kjaer for the first WorldCanvass of 2020 as guest panelists discuss what the museum of the 21st century looks like. This event is free and open to the public.  February 6 Learn more
Fulbright Lunch and Learn Series
"Taiwan: A Beautiful Island for a Flourishing Fulbright Program," features speaker Karen Wachsmuth, UI Fulbright Program advisor and scholar liaison.  February 12 Learn more
Masa Ishikawa Jazz Orchestra to perform
The Masa Ishikawa Jazz Orchestra, a 17-piece jazz ensemble, will present Mujo Suite, an original jazz big band composition. February 22 Learn more
Fulbright Lunch and Learn Series
"A Medievalist in Iceland: Or, Why Fulbrights Are Good for Faculty in All Fields," features guest speaker Jon Wilcox, professor in the UI department of English.   February 27 Learn more
International Programs (IP) provides guidance and support for international students in the University of Iowa community, as well as scholarships and assistance for UI students who wish to study abroad. IP also provides funding opportunities for UI faculty engaged in international research. You can continue to support globally oriented programs and resources by contributing to International Programs. For more information, please contact Jeff Liebermann in the UI Center for Advancement at jeff.liebermann@foriowa.org or 800.648.6973. 
International Programs provides leadership and support for internationally-oriented teaching, research, creative work, and community engagement. Learn more.