Suave Washes Away the Competition (Sponsored)

Parents enlist the help of Suave for its ability to gently soothe and wash away the remnants of the game. Sponsored by Suave.

University of Iowa Physiologist Develops New Method for Testing for Common Heart Disease Risk Factor

Since people can live for years without any knowledge of existing cardiovascular problems, this new measurement tool is especially important.

UI Researchers: Studying Fruit Flies Could Provide Key to Understanding Hearing Loss in Humans

Enter the fruit fly as an unlikely proxy for researchers to learn more about how loud noises can damage the human ear.

PPEL on Ballot September 10

Iowa City Schools Dismissing Early Again Thursday and Friday

There will be an earlier early out on Thursday and a two-hour early out on Friday.

Letter to the Editor: Vote Sara Barron for ICCSD School Board

A letter supporting candidate Sara Barron for school board.

Iowa City Schools Dismissing Two Hours Early Wednesday

UI Study: Mandated Physical Education Shows Mixed Results on Obesity

Study also suggests school districts might be skimping on PE requirements

Iowa City Schools Dismissing Two Hours Early Tuesday

Iowa City Schools Dismissing Two Hours Early Monday

University of Iowa Library Commons Project Completed

The 37,000-square-foot space is the product of a partnership involving Information Technology Services (ITS), University Libraries, and the Office of the Provost.

University: 'On Iowa!' Event to Lead to Higher Vehicle, Pedestrian Traffic Tonight

The event runs from 7 to 9:30 p.m.

Iowa City Community School District Posts Historically High ACT Scores

University of Iowa Center Offers New 'ICATER Toolkit' Technical Assistance App

The app is free and accessible at iTunes.

All ICCSD Staff Back to School Event

Sustainability Paying Off for University of Iowa

New UI data center cuts energy costs, earns $272,000 rebate from Alliant

University of Iowa Hosting 'Happy Diabetic' Chef Demonstration Aug. 17 at Iowa State Fair

The Iowa State Fair isn't exactly known for it's healthy eating. Maybe that can change.

Grant Allows University of Iowa School of Social Work to Offer Unique Nursing Home Care Webinars

The University of Iowa (UI) School of Social Work will be leading an initiative to produce 30 web-based seminars (or webinars) for nursing home social workers—the first series of its kind nationally.

City High to Induct Five Inductees into Hall of Fame in September

Five individuals will be inducted into City High Hal of Fame this fall. All will be inducted on Sept. 26, and will be recognized at the school’s homecoming football game on Sept. 27.

Iowa City School Board Approves Land Purchase for Third High School, Two More Elementary Schools

After years in the making, a third comprehensive high school in the Iowa City School District came a little closer to reality last night.

5 Laugh-Out-Loud Blogs to Start the School Year

You've bought the supplies (or not), you've got the new clothes (some of them), and like it or not, the first day of school is upon you. Here, some inspiration to get you ready for the year ahead.

Back to School Tips for Parents, Part 2: Once School Starts

As you send your kids off to class, here are a few tips from Quakerdale to ease the transition.

Back to School Tips for Parents, Part 1

Before you send your kids off to class, here are a few tips from Quakerdale to ease the transition.

School Safety: On Thursday Iowa City School District to Run Mock Intruder ALICE Safety Drill Training

The classrooms will be empty during the drill because students remain on summer break.

Dubuque Street Exit Closure Alters University of Iowa Bound Traffic

Visitors coming from the east advised to use I-80 exit 246

University of Iowa Study: Lenders Look Favorably on African American Women

A study by a University of Iowa sociologist reveals that other ethnic and gender groups may be looked down on by lenders.

City High to Induct Five Inductees into Hall of Fame in September

Five individuals will be inducted into City High Hal of Fame this fall. All will be inducted on Sept. 26, and will be recognized at the school’s homecoming football game on Sept. 27.

Would You Send your Child to a Party School?: Patch Discussion of the Week

Does Iowa's notoriety as a "party university" affect how you view the school?

Casino Mogul Offers $25 Million to University of Iowa to Help Cure Eye Illness He Also Suffers From

Casino mogul Steve Wynn is donating $25 million to the university's Institution for Vision Research.

Princeton Review Names University of Iowa Number One Party School for 2013-2014 Rankings

Feel proud students, for you now have been declared attendees of the #numberonepartyschool.

University of Iowa Law Student, Alumna Help Veterans Sort Through Red Tape to Receive Benefits

Kretkowski, an attorney with the Hoefer Law Firm in Iowa City, is one of only a handful of attorneys in the region whose practice focuses on veterans law and the legal issues vets face in their relationship with the VA and the Department of Defense.

Back to School: Shopping Lists and Key Dates for Iowa City School District

Candidate Field Finalized for Iowa City School Board Election

Here are your 2013 Iowa City School Board candidates ready to fight for your votes.

University of Iowa Law School Offers Several New Expanded Degrees

The school has changed its Masters in Law and Juris Doctorate degrees to allow students more flexibility.

Iowa City School Board Member Patti Fields to Serve on New Commission

University of Iowa College of Business Establishes 'Big Data' (BAIS) Major

From "Moneyball" to money management, the Business Analytics and Information Systems major involves analyzing big data for decision making.

Tdap Vaccinations Required for Seventh Graders, Strongly Recommended for Other Students

I'm no fan of shots, either. But they tend to better than the alternative.

University of Iowa Alumni Association Offers Contest to Win Two Tickets to Wisconsin Game

The UIAA is offering the tickets in reward for "Liking" and visiting their Facebook page.

University of Iowa Researchers Pinpoint Asthma Enzyme

The discovery could aid in the creation of future asthma treatments.

School Board Member Tuyet Dorau Running for Re-Election

Dorau is running for one of three open seats in the upcoming school board election.