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Dick and Judy Smith

Alumnus Richard Smith donates $7.7M to University of Iowa College of Engineering

Tuesday, October 28, 2025
The University of Iowa College of Engineering has received a $7.7 million gift from alumnus Richard "Dick" and Judy Smith to endow the deanship as the Dick and Judy Smith Dean of the College of Engineering and support facility enhancements.

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Maker Break: Cookies and Coasters

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 11:30am to 1:00pm
Seamans Center

Slow down before finals and make some art on a coaster using a cool chemical reaction or on a cookie using frosting. No registration is required for this drop-by event.

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College of Engineering Undergraduate Commencement Ceremony

Sunday, December 21, 2025 12:00pm
Hancher Auditorium

Doors open one hour prior to the start of the ceremony.

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Hawkeyes at Home: Behind the Scenes at the University of Iowa

Monday, January 5, 2026 12:00pm to 12:10pm
Virtual
Behind the Scenes at the University of Iowa: Driving Research for Safer Roads
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