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Dick and Judy Smith

Alumnus Richard Smith donates $7.7M to University of Iowa College of Engineering

Tuesday, October 28, 2025
The University of Iowa College of Engineering has received a $7.7 million gift from alumnus Richard "Dick" and Judy Smith to endow the deanship as the Dick and Judy Smith Dean of the College of Engineering and support facility enhancements.

Events

College of Pharmacy PSET Seminar: Michael Schnieders, PhD

Tuesday, November 10, 2026 11:30am
College of Pharmacy Building

The Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Experimental Therapeutics (PSET) in the College of Pharmacy will host a seminar presented by: 

Dr. Michael Schnieders, PhD
Professor
Department of Biomedical and Molecular Biology
University of Iowa

All are welcome to attend. No pre-registration required.

Engineering Career Trek: Pella Corporation & Vermeer

Wednesday, November 11, 2026 7:30am to 5:00pm
Pella Windows and Doors
Visit to Pella Corporation and Vermeer
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Success Workshop: Tackle Final Exams Like a Pro: Finals Preparation

Thursday, November 12, 2026 12:00pm to 12:50pm
Seamans Center
Students will learn how to apply metacognition to help them prepare for final exams, apply effective time management practices for the end of the semester, develop a study schedule, and start mental preparation for before, during, and after final exams
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