Hosted by the Department of Health and Human Physiology and co-chaired by Sahithi Narmnada and Bailey Newberry, the conference provided students with hands-on experiences, professional networking opportunities, and insights into a variety of health careers.

Ella McDaniel came all the way from New Hampshire to serve in the coveted role of UI Golden Girl, the Hawkeye Marching Band’s scholarship baton twirler. She enjoyed her time at Iowa so much that, after graduating with a degree in exercise science, she plans to stay on campus and work toward a Master of Science in Athletic Training.

When Kaleb Young started studying at the University of Iowa, he wanted to become a doctor. And while he’ll gain that title, it will not be an MD like he originally planned but a PhD with a focus in flood mitigation.

Emily Mozena was born in Iowa but grew up and lived in various places around the world thanks to her father’s job in the State Department. In fact, her family was preparing to move to England when she was deciding where she wanted to go to college. Her sister had already moved to Iowa City to go to the University of Iowa, so Mozena decided to follow her.

A partnership between liveWELL and a Health and Human Physiology course brought healthy recipes and nutrition education to UI employees through virtual food demonstrations.

Adam Kempenaar, professor of practice in HHP, commemorates two decades of podcasting with the first-ever Filmspotting Fest.

Findings from Davis’s research, “Arterial Stiffness and Hemodynamic,” could provide support for exercise rehabilitation as an inexpensive, easily accessible, and effect therapy for postpartum women with a history of preeclampsia, reducing overall cardiovascular disease risk and improving cognitive function.

A University of Iowa-led research team has found that urinary incontinence may be associated with a greater risk for cardiovascular disease in women.

Anna Stanhewicz, assistant professor, was recognized by the University of Iowa for her outstanding mentorship and the workplace environment she’s created for her students.

Nate Jenkins, associate professor at the University of Iowa, continues to advance research in human physiology while earning awards that give him the opportunity to train and present.