Upcoming Events

Office of the State Archaeologist at the 2026 Iowa Prairie Network Winter Seminar promotional image

Office of the State Archaeologist at the 2026 Iowa Prairie Network Winter Seminar

Saturday, January 24, 2026 (all day)
Ames High School
This year's theme is Passing the Drip Torch - 250 Years of Prairie Resilience.​
Data Centers in Iowa: Identifying Knowledge Gaps, Data Needs, and Research Priorities Stakeholder Session promotional image

Data Centers in Iowa: Identifying Knowledge Gaps, Data Needs, and Research Priorities Stakeholder Session

Friday, February 6, 2026 10:00am to 12:00pm
Boyd Law Building

This planning session is invite only. For questions or details, contact brupe@uiowa.edu.

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Data Centers in Iowa: Perspectives from Community, Government, and Industry

Friday, February 6, 2026 12:30pm to 2:00pm
Boyd Law Building
This panel will offer a high-level overview of how community, government, and industry considerations shape data center development in Iowa and the broader Midwest.
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West Liberty Science Night

Thursday, April 2, 2026 5:30pm to 7:30pm
West Liberty Elementary School

K-4 children and parents are invited to the West Liberty Science Night on Thursday, April 2nd!

Join us for a fun-filled night of interactive science demonstrations and activities provided by various organizations, including IIHR—Hydroscience & Engineering and the Iowa Flood Center.

We hope to see you there!