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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.
Graduate Programs and Research Banquet

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.
Schnell Abdel-Malek

Schnell takes reins as ITI director

Tuesday, April 15, 2025
Tom “Mach” Schnell has taken the helm as director of the University of Iowa Technology Institute, effective April 15, succeeding Karim Abdel-Malek, who had led the research institute for 20 years.
Tom "Mach" Schnell

Schnell wins Regents Award for Faculty Excellence

Monday, April 7, 2025
Tom “Mach” Schnell, University of Iowa professor of industrial and systems engineering and incoming director of the Iowa Technology Institute, is among six faculty members selected by the Iowa Board of Regents for extraordinary contributions and sustained record of excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service.

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Library Workshop: Reading Scientific Articles

Thursday, February 26, 2026 3:30pm to 4:30pm
Sciences Library

Learning to efficiently read and understand scientific literature can be a time-consuming process. In this workshop, improve your understanding of scientific literature in both your field and others. Presented by Laurie Neuerburg, sciences head engagement librarian at the Sciences Library. 

This workshop will be presented virtually and in-person

Design Challenges: Shoe Design

Thursday, February 26, 2026 5:00pm to 7:30pm
Seamans Center

Grab your friends and dive into two exciting hands-on challenges! No need to prepare or plan ahead — all materials will be provided — and, yes, there will be pizza both nights. Show up ready to build, create, eat pizza, and have fun. Are you up for the challenge?

Can you design a winter-ready shoe using everyday items? Bring your creativity and teamwork to make something impressive and useful!

This event is sponsored by the Lichtenberger Engineering Library, KEEN, NEXUS, and the Hanson Center for...