Take the first step

Not sure where to start? Meeting with one of our advisors in Leadership and Engagement is a great first step to joining a student organization, finding a mentorship opportunity, and being more connected to campus as a whole.
 

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Join an Organization

Join one of Iowa’s over 600 student organizations.

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Service

There are many opportunities to fit your schedule and service goals!

Our Programs

Student organizations organize, promote, and host events all year at the University of Iowa.

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Family Weekend

This annual event offers an array of programming options, including: campus tours, theatre performances, movie showings, a football game and family tailgate, a murder mystery dinner, and more.

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Late Night & Weekend Programs

Promoting health, well-being and safety of students by providing opportunities to engage with others and build community in an environment without alcohol.

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Lecture Committee

Join a select group of students, faculty, and staff who bring world and nationally known speakers to the UI community.

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Homecoming

Homecoming week brings together students, faculty and staff, future Hawkeyes, and alumni from across the world in celebration.

Upcoming Events

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Thursdays on the Terrace

Thursday, May 1, 2025 5:00pm to 7:00pm
Iowa Memorial Union (IMU)
All events will be hosted on the terrace, or in case of inclement weather, The Hawkeye Room on ground floor of the IMU.May 1: Backyard BBQHosted by National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC).All Thursday on the Terrace events are hosted by student organizations at the University of Iowa.
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Spring-A-Palooza

Friday, May 2, 2025 5:00pm to 10:00pm
Iowa Memorial Union (IMU)
Join SCOPE Productions, Campus Activities Board (CAB), and Residence Hall Activities Board (RHAB) for an end-of-the-semester celebration! Enjoy free food from Kona Ice, Marco's Grilled Cheese, and El Gringo Tacos while supplies last. Celebrate the spring vibes with inflatables, bubble soccer, mini golf, caricatures, airbrush tattoos, create-your-own stuffed animals, and MORE! Stick around after dark for a live concert by MGNA Crrrta!
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Art & Write Night

Friday, May 2, 2025 6:00pm to 8:00pm
University of Iowa Museum of Natural History
NOTE: The April 4th occurrence in this series will move to the Old Capitol Museum for a very special Art & Write Night!Join the long, rich, historical tradition of artists creating in our spaces.Professional, aspiring, and amateur artists alike, make our museum your muse. The return of this popular program series welcomes guests into the Museum of Natural History's magical gallery spaces after-hours to work on sketching or writing projects with other campus and community artists.Tell a friend...
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Family Weekend

Family Weekend offers an array of opportunities to amp up your Hawkeye Pride and connect with your student's experience on campus.

September 13-15, 2024