Articles from August 2026

Health Sciences Academic Building with multiple windows and blue sky

New Health Sciences Academic Building provides state-of-the-art space to 3 UI programs

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.
Tippie Academic Building rendering outside view

Updates on 7 campus construction projects

Friday, August 28, 2026
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.
Iowa Memorial Union Building with construction

IMU renovations progress as Student Health prepares for move

Wednesday, August 26, 2026
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.