Enabling UI success through high quality service, stewardship and management of risk

Finance and Operations is a multifaceted organization providing services to the campus in the areas of business services, finance, public safety, and facilities. We have over 1,100 employees committed to serving the university community in a variety of ways. 

We strive for excellence to meet or exceed the expectations of university colleagues through continuous process improvement of our services, resources, and products.

F&O Initiatives

10-Year Facilities Master Plan

Culture, Community, and Common Ground

Reimagining Campus Safety

Recent F&O News

University of Iowa campus in spring with the Pentacrest dome and spring flowers peeking through

Celebrating F&O on National Employee Appreciation Day

Wednesday, February 19, 2025
In honor of National Employee Appreciation Day on March 7, 2025, the individuals below were nominated by their senior leaders as examples of the many employees who exemplify excellence in the workplace across the Finance and Operations organization. Thank you, F&O, for remaining dedicated to serving our community of students, faculty, and beyond, with the highest level of pride and customer service. We appreciate all that you do!
Families visiting the University of Iowa on a campus visit.

Campus Guests can now opt-in to Hawk Alert

Wednesday, February 5, 2025
Campus Safety is excited to announce that campus guests can now sign up to receive emergency notifications (also known as Hawk Alerts) on a limited basis during their next visit to the University of Iowa. Whether visitors are attending a Hawkeye Visit Day, summer camp, athletic event, medical appointment, conference, or other activity, they are encouraged to opt-in to receive Hawk Alert text messages for the duration of their stay.
Josh Smith with cookies

Josh Smith, Custodial training specialist, has a (cookie) recipe for success at Iowa

Thursday, December 19, 2024
Using a commercial oven and mixer in his home kitchen, Josh Smith, Custodial Training Specialist, has been spreading sugary joy to UI staff for years. His cookies have been the stuff of legend in FM for years, and now their fame has caught the attention of Iowa Now.