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"People thrive together here and work together to raise each other up."
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For Amelia Earley, Dance Marathon is more than a 24-hour event — it’s a lifeline. Influenced by her brother’s cancer diagnosis, the University of Iowa senior helps ensure that families, siblings, and students find connection and community year-round.
Iowa’s unmatched writing-related resources prepare its graduates for success in many fields. This level of excellence positions Iowa as the best public university for writing and communication.
Grace Lidgett breathes easier, thanks to revolutionary science that transformed the fatal disease of cystic fibrosis into a manageable condition for most people.
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Prairie Lights Books
Friday, May 1, 2026 - 8:00 PM
Van Allen Hall
Friday, May 1, 2026 - 6:00 PM
Museum of Natural History
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