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Xi Chen wins Goody Award for young scholars
Wednesday, July 2, 2025
Xi Chen, a University of Iowa engineering researcher, has won the Richard M. Goody Award for early career scientists investigating how tiny particles interact with light and other electromagnetic particles in the atmosphere so scientists can improve weather forecasting and monitor air quality.
Iowa engineering students save city $60,000
Monday, June 30, 2025
University of Iowa civil and environmental engineering (CEE) students spent last fall designing a trail that would make a busy business corridor safer for pedestrians, cyclists, and motor vehicles in West Burlington, Iowa. When the next phase of the project began, community leaders discovered the students’ efforts had also saved the town’s taxpayers $60,000 for work already completed.
Midwest college students tackle extreme weather challenges through innovative summer camp
Thursday, June 19, 2025
The University of Iowa (UI) recently hosted 34 undergraduates from Iowa, Arkansas, Kansas, and Nebraska for an intensive two-week summer camp focused on environmental data collection and extreme weather resilience.
Engineering student awarded Gilman Scholarship to study and intern abroad
Monday, June 16, 2025
Out of thousands of applicants nationwide, nine University of Iowa students, including a second-year industrial engineering student from Iowa City, have been awarded the prestigious Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship, which provides up to $5,000 to support study or internship experiences abroad.
Thomopulos, Smith receive Eight Over 80 awards
Friday, June 13, 2025
University of Iowa Center for Advancement recognized distinguished members of the College of Engineering community – Gregs Thomopulos, chair emeritus of Stanley Consultants, and Richard "Dick" Smith, founder of Agri-Industrial Plastics – in the 2025 Eight Over 80 awards.
OPL, Air Force Test Pilot School partnership benefits students
Wednesday, May 28, 2025
The strong partnership between the University of Iowa Operator Performance Laboratory and the U.S. Air Force has made the College of Engineering a destination for Test Pilot School officers seeking a PhD.
Iowa study: Deadly volcano triggered year-long drop in atmospheric temperature
Tuesday, May 20, 2025
University of Iowa engineers investigating the deadly 2022 Hunga Tonga–Hunga Haʻapai volcano in the South Pacific Ocean – the largest underwater explosion ever recorded – discovered differences in how volcanoes in the ocean affect Earth’s climate compared to landlocked volcanoes.
Graduating ME student embraces challenge of Iowa women's wrestling
Monday, May 12, 2025
Alexandra “Allie” Baudhuin, a member of the Iowa women’s wrestling team, will earn a University of Iowa master’s degree in mechanical engineering this month.
CEE graduate finds path to preserve our natural habitat
Wednesday, May 7, 2025
When Kaleb Young started studying at the University of Iowa, he wanted to become a doctor. And while he’ll gain that title, it will not be an MD like he originally planned but a PhD with a focus in flood mitigation.
Engineering celebrates graduate programs and research
Thursday, May 1, 2025
The University of Iowa College of Engineering honored graduate students, faculty, and staff that have helped shape graduate programs and research at a banquet on April 30.
