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 finance, business services, public safety, information technology, and facilities. We have over 1,100 employees committed to serving the university community and enabling the success of the UI Strategic Plan.
We strive to meet or exceed the expectations of university colleagues through continuous efforts to improve our services, resources, and products. We deliver best-practice operational services on behalf of our university, based on our continuous dedication to efficiency and innovation.
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Recent F&O News
UI begins development of next strategic plan
Monday, October 26, 2026
The University of Iowa has begun the next phase of developing its 2027–32 Strategic Plan, building on progress made through the current plan and input gathered from the university community. An executive planning team has been formed to guide development of the plan, while the current strategic plan work groups and three new goal-based planning teams will propose priorities related to the university’s core missions of teaching, research, and service.
More than a water tower: How UI's new standpipe keeps campus running
Thursday, September 3, 2026
The UI’s new water tower is hard to miss. Located near Kinnick Stadium and UI Health Care University campus, the distinctive standpipe rises about 138 feet — roughly the height of a 13-story building — and has become a new campus landmark. Learn more about why the new, larger water tower was needed.
UI Launches National Search for Next Chief Financial Officer
Thursday, September 3, 2026
The University of Iowa has begun a national search for its next chief financial officer, who will serve as the university's senior financial strategist and report directly to the president. The search follows last month’s announcement by current vice president and CFO Terry Johnson that he will retire in April after 33 years at the university. Read more about the search committee and the elevated CFO role.