ECE News

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UI to Welcome Dr. Cristopher Moore as Ida Cordelia Beam Distinguished Visiting Professor

Tuesday, August 25, 2026
Department of Computer Science
The University of Iowa welcomes Dr. Cristopher Moore, an expert in AI, algorithmic fairness, and complex systems, as an Ida Cordelia Beam Distinguished Visiting Professor.
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Building rockets — and engineers

Tuesday, August 25, 2026
Rocketry and aerospace have long fascinated Sam Manley, one of the leaders behind a student team building a competition-worthy, high-powered rocket.
Eva Singh

Student profile: Eva Singh

Monday, June 8, 2026
Iowa Admissions
Computer science and engineering student Eva Singh is an International Ambassador for the University of Iowa Office of Admissions.
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Singh receives leadership, academic awards

Tuesday, May 5, 2026
Eva Singh, an undergraduate studying computer science and engineering, has been recognized for her leadership and academics.
A group of approximately 20 people stand in a foyer with three purple "GE HealthCare" posters in the background.

Visit to GE HealthCare exposes Iowa students to emerging MRI field, career pathways

Monday, May 4, 2026
University of Iowa students and post-doctoral researchers in engineering, math, health care got a behind the scenes look at the commercial side of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), as well as early career pathways in the field, through a visit to GE HealthCare (GEHC) headquarters in Waukesha, Wisconsin.

ECE Events

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Transparency and Fairness in AI for Criminal Justice

Tuesday, September 8, 2026 6:00pm to 7:00pm
Biology Building East
What happens when AI intersects with the criminal justice system via facial recognition, mechanical evidence, risk assessment, sentencing, parole, and more? We welcome Ida Cordelia Beam Distinguished Visiting Professor, Dr. Cristopher Moore, of the Santa Fe Institute.
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Peer Review Process and Journal Expectations

Thursday, September 10, 2026 12:00pm to 1:00pm
Seamans Center
Build your scholarly toolkit with this workshop on the peer review process

Learn to Solder: Fundamentals

Wednesday, September 16, 2026 3:30pm to 4:20pm
Seamans Center
Learn the basics of electronics and soldering by building your own glowing creepy-crawly bug.

Maker Break: Fold Into Fall – An Origami Leaf Craft

Tuesday, September 22, 2026 11:30am to 1:00pm
Seamans Center
Drop in anytime for a fun, themed craft that takes just 10–20 minutes and explore your creativity.

AI and Literature Discovery

Thursday, October 15, 2026 12:00pm to 1:00pm
Seamans Center
Build your scholarly toolkit with workshop on AI-powered literature discovery.

College Events

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Holding Space: Stories of Interdisciplinary Collaboration — Counterpoint event featuring Stephanie Miracle

Tuesday, October 13, 2026 5:00pm to 8:00pm
Voxman Music Building

This public event will comprise a dance performance, an award ceremony, and a panel conversation featuring:

Stephanie Miracle, assistant professor, Department of Dance, and winner of the 2026 Obermann Interdisciplinary Achievement Award

Deema Totah, assistant professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering

Eric Gidal, professor, Department of English

For each annual event in Obermann’s new Counterpoint series, two University of Iowa researchers from different disciplines will discuss a compelling...

AI and Literature Discovery

Thursday, October 15, 2026 12:00pm to 1:00pm
Seamans Center
Build your scholarly toolkit with workshop on AI-powered literature discovery.

Graduate & Professional Students: Let's Do Lunch!

Tuesday, October 20, 2026 12:00pm to 1:00pm
Sciences Library
Bring your academic interests to the table and engage with fellow graduate and professional students in a casual, supportive environment.

Maker Break: Make your own spooky Homecoming button!

Tuesday, October 27, 2026 11:30am to 1:00pm
Seamans Center
Drop in anytime for a fun, themed craft that takes just 10–20 minutes and explore your creativity.