Division of Student Life

beyond the classroom

The Division of Student Life fosters student success by creating and promoting inclusive educationally purposeful services and activities within and beyond the classroom.

Homecoming 2024

Homecoming at the University of Iowa is a time when students, alumni, and the community come together to celebrate Hawkeye traditions. Events include a parade, pep rallies, and the homecoming football game, offering a chance for participants to connect and show their Hawkeye pride.

Intramural World Cup Soccer

Tuesday, November 5 8:00am to Wednesday, November 13, 2024 11:59pm

Event Information: We know that the University of Iowa is home to students and individuals from across the globe and, as with all of our sports, we encourage everyone to participate in Intramural Sports. What makes this event unique is that participating teams will represent different countries and cultures by naming their team after them, much like the FIFA World Cup. For example, participants having any affiliation or attraction to Country X will form a team and participate on team "X." We...

Intramural 3-Point Shootout

Sunday, November 10 6:30pm to Wednesday, November 13, 2024 10:00pm

Registration Information: No pre-registration is required for this event. Just show up during the times listed below, bring your UI ID, and get ready to knock down some threes! Event Dates, Time, and Location: The 3-Point Shootout will take place in the Field House South Gym. Sunday, Nov. 10 - 6:30–10 p.m. Monday, Nov. 11 - 6:30–10 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 12 - 6:30–10 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 13 - 6:30–10 p.m. Event Format: Participants will have 60 seconds to shoot from five different designated...

The Daily Wire's Michael Knowles: Our Long National Nightmare

Monday, November 11, 2024 7:00pm to 8:00pm

Iowa Memorial Union (IMU)

Michael Knowles, from The Daily Wire, is coming LIVE to campus! He is the celebrated host of The Michael Knowles Show at The Daily Wire and The Book Club at PragerU. In 2017, Michael published the #1 national bestselling treatise Reasons to Vote for Democrats, which President Donald Trump hailed as “a great book for your reading enjoyment." In 2021, Michael published his first book with words, Speechless, which also reached #1 on the national bestseller charts. In early 2020, he teamed up with...

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News and features

Getting home just got $5 easier

Tuesday, September 17, 2024

Stay safe and be respectful during football season

Wednesday, August 21, 2024

A message about the Responsible Action Protocol

Wednesday, August 21, 2024

Angela Ibrahim-Olin

Get involved on campus

Find a Campus Job

Working on campus helps students connect with students, faculty, and staff that might be outside of their field of study. Campus jobs can help students build portfolios and work skills to help them find jobs and succeed after graduation.

Student Awards

On this site, you will find award descriptions, recipients, and nomination information pertaining to student awards. Browse some of our student-focused award nomination opportunities.

Strategic Plan

The University of Iowa is dedicated to creating an inclusive environment for all of our students and to foster a place where students can succeed. The Division of Student Life has outlined a strategic plan for 2021-2026 to lead the Division into the future in more innovative ways.