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Katharine Broton discusses her research on food insecurity.
Jonathan Templin speaks about adaptive assessment.
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Alumna’s leadership approach shaped at Iowa
Alumna Kristi Mindrup’s journey to the presidency of Western Illinois University was shaped by her education at the University of Iowa, where she earned a Ph.D. in Educational Policy and Leadership Studies.
Ali selected as UI Distinguished Chair
Counseling Psychology Professor Saba Ali has been selected as a 2025 University of Iowa Distinguished Chair, one of the highest honors bestowed on UI faculty.
Alumnus Jon Sexton inspires others as a leadership champion
Alumnus Jon Sexton returned to the University of Iowa as the keynote speaker for the 2024 College of Education fall commencement, where he shared his experiences and insights from college and his career.
UI REACH
UI REACH (Realizing Educational and Career Hopes) is a comprehensive transition program for students ages 18-25 years old with intellectual, cognitive, and learning disabilities.