The new Health Sciences Academic Building brings three University of Iowa programs together in a state-of-the-art facility designed to support learning, research, clinical care, and collaboration. The building provides expanded spaces and new technology as the programs continue to grow and serve students and communities across Iowa and beyond.

Seven major construction and renovation projects across the University of Iowa campus continued to make progress over the summer. The updates include new academic spaces, student gathering areas, facility expansions, and renovations that will continue throughout the fall and into future semesters.

The $81.4 million Iowa Memorial Union renovation remains on schedule and on budget after one year of construction. As the project progresses toward completion in fall 2027, UI Student Health is preparing to relocate from Westlawn to the third floor of the IMU.

Removal of the University of Iowa’s Hawkins Drive water tower will begin July 10 and continue during weekends through the end of August. The work will affect nearby streets and sidewalks, but safe access to the UI Health Care University campus main entrance will be maintained.

The University of Iowa is seeking approval from the Iowa Board of Regents to move forward with plans to construct a new field hockey operations building adjacent to Grant Field and to proceed with planning renovations to Carver-Hawkeye Arena.

New permit and citation rates will begin July 1, 2026, for faculty, staff, students, and visitors. Review the updated permit rates and violation rates on the Parking and Transportation website.

Wendy Moorehead, senior director of strategic communications for Finance & Operations, has announced her plans to retire on June 1 after 32 years of service at the university. Throughout her career, Wendy has made significant contributions to the university, bridging communications and technology and sharing F&O and FM stories widely. Congratulations on your retirement, Wendy!

The water tower will be located near parking lot 75 and will increase water storage capacity for the university. The project follows the university’s 10-Year Facilities Master Plan to improve campus infrastructure.

The University of Iowa will change its vehicle rental operations from in-house Fleet Services to a contract with Hertz Car Rentals beginning March 16. The agreement will eliminate mileage fees and shift pickup locations.

This fall, renovations to Quad Green will create a new outdoor space on the west side of campus for relaxation and recreation while preserving pieces of the site’s history.