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Department Events

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Scale Dependence of Coaxial Rotor Wakes: Insights from High-Pressure Wind Tunnel Testing

Thursday, September 17, 2026 3:30pm to 4:20pm
Seamans Center

Department of Mechanical Engineering Graduate Seminar

PRESENTATION: Scale Dependence of Coaxial Rotor Wakes: Insights from High-Pressure Wind Tunnel Testing. Coaxial rotor configurations are increasingly common in aerospace applications such as electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) rotorcraft. However, their underlying fluid dynamics remain comparatively understudied relative to conventional single rotors. This talk examines the Reynolds number (scale) dependence of a coaxial rotor in...

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

Tuesday, October 13, 2026 5:00pm to 5:15pm
Voxman Music Building

Join us to celebrate the interdisciplinary work of University of Iowa choreographer and assistant professor of dance Stephanie Miracle, recipient of the 2026 Obermann Interdisciplinary Achievement Award.

Miracle will bring together dance, engineering, and the humanities in a new choreographed work featuring dancers performing alongside robots built by the University of Iowa College of Engineering, with narration by Eric Gidal.

A conversation among Miracle, Gidal, and engineering collaborator Deema...

College Events

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Study Abroad Fair

Tuesday, September 15, 2026 11:00am to 3:00pm
Iowa Memorial Union (IMU)

Ready to take your UI education beyond Iowa City?

The University of Iowa Study Abroad Fair takes place Tuesday, Sept. 15, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. (CDT) in the Iowa Memorial Union (IMU) International Ballroom.

Whether you're just curious or already planning, this is your opportunity to discover what studying abroad can look like for you.

At the fair, you'll discover:

Short-term, semester-long, and faculty-led programs in over 40 countries

Internship and research opportunities that count toward...

Graduate & Professional Students: Let's Do Lunch!

Tuesday, September 15, 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.
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Success Workshop: Introduction to Engineering Academic Support

Tuesday, September 15, 2026 2:00pm to 2:50pm
Seamans Center
As an engineering student at Iowa, you're not alone—tap into the resources available!

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.
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