News

Litigation with UI’s P3 partner

Thursday, May 25, 2023
The University of Iowa has asked a federal judge to dismiss a lawsuit filed by its P3 partner, the University of Iowa Energy Cooperative, arguing that the case instead should be heard in state court. The university also filed its own lawsuit against UIEC in Johnson County, Iowa, where all the involved parties are based.

Sports wagering investigation

Monday, May 8, 2023
Read the latest statement from the University of Iowa and the Department of Athletics regarding the sports wagering investigation.

University of Iowa signs amicus brief regarding Title IX claims

Thursday, April 20, 2023
Read the latest information on the University of Iowa signing into an amicus brief supporting Ohio State’s pending petition to the U.S. Supreme Court to reverse the Sixth Circuit’s ruling.

Indictment of retired professor John Muriello

Wednesday, August 24, 2022
Read the latest statement regarding the indictment of retired professor John Muriello.

A message from President Harreld on violence at the U.S. Capitol

Wednesday, January 6, 2021
Read the latest statement from President Harreld regarding violence at the U.S. Capitol.

Statement on August 28 spray painting

Saturday, August 29, 2020
The University of Iowa is removing graffiti spray painted on the Old Capitol and Biology Building East during protests Friday night, Aug. 28, 2020. UI Police patrolling the campus prevented widespread vandalism and will continue to monitor future demonstrations.

Statement from President Harreld on new state mandated COVID-19 mitigation efforts

Thursday, August 27, 2020
Read the latest statement from President Harreld regarding COVID-19 mitigation efforts.

Statements regarding religious student organizations

Thursday, July 16, 2020
Earlier this year, the University of Iowa revised its student organization policy to permit student organizations to require their leaders “to agree to and support” the organization’s beliefs.

UI hires firm to review football program

Tuesday, June 16, 2020
The University of Iowa has hired the Kansas City law firm Husch Blackwell to conduct an independent review of issues and allegations relating to racial disparities within the football program.

Enhancing safety for those exercising First Amendment rights on the Pentacrest

Saturday, June 6, 2020
The University of Iowa is strongly committed to the freedom of expression. The Pentacrest has long been used as a gathering place by the campus and Iowa City communities to exercise their First Amendment rights, and the university has designated this historic space to be used for this meaningful purpose.