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HSHP faculty member contributes to national conversation on pregnancy and heart health

Tuesday, November 11, 2025
Kara Whitaker pens American Heart Association science advisory published in "Circulation", connecting Iowa research to national health priorities.

HSHP faculty member shares new clues about muscle and heart health

Thursday, November 6, 2025
Associate professor Vitor Lira discussed his work on aging, exercise, and molecular connections between muscle and cardiovascular health during the American Heart Association’s Usage of Omics Techniques in Research webinar.

TR students gain real-world experience at National Disabled Veterans Golf Clinic

Tuesday, November 4, 2025
The hands-on experiential learning course connects students with veterans, certified therapeutic recreation specialists, and adaptive recreation opportunities.

Josh Lens brings legal insight to national symposium on NIL enforcement

Tuesday, November 4, 2025
The University of Iowa professor’s research and presentation explore how a new enforcement model could reshape college athletics.

Child Life students explore career paths across Iowa

Monday, November 3, 2025
Graduate students gained inspiration and insight during a Des Moines field trip highlighting the impact of child life work in hospital and community settings.

SRM students partner with NASCAR on Chicago Street Race marketing project

Tuesday, October 7, 2025
The hands-on experiential learning course connects students with NASCAR executives and real-world marketing opportunities.

UISRM Achievements (September 2025)

Tuesday, September 2, 2025

Why We Give – Celebrating Six Years of Support Provided by the UISRM Program’s John E. Evans Experiential Learning Award

Tuesday, September 2, 2025
Since 2019, the John E. Evans Experiential Learning Award has impacted hundreds of UISRM students by helping remove financial barriers to the experiences they need to achieve their goals. Read about John Evans’ legacy and some of the students that have benefitted from the scholarship established in his memory.

Health & Wellbeing for All Iowans

Tuesday, September 2, 2025
Iowa is the only National Congress of State Games member to host summer, winter, senior, adaptive, and corporate games, bringing a wide range of health and wellness benefits to participants. Learn how UISRM students and alumni fuel the Iowa Sports Foundation in this feature article.

Hawkeyes Around the Globe

Tuesday, September 2, 2025
UISRM’s Independent Field Experience structure allows students to earn field experience credit anywhere they’re able to find an approved position. Three students, with the help of UISRM and UI resources, earned field experience outside of the United States during the summer 2025 session. Learn more in this feature article.
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