Iowa New Faculty Orientation
Tuesday, August 18, 2026
Stanley Café, Hancher Auditorium
Start your Iowa journey by joining us for a welcoming, high-impact introduction to the university. Connect with colleagues, engage with campus leaders, hear directly from President Barbara Wilson and Provost Kevin Kregel, and begin building the networks that will support your success. Attendance is strongly encouraged to help you get off to a strong start at Iowa.
To complement the in-person experience, explore the INFO course (available soon through ICON) for additional orientation content, resources, and guidance you can access at your own pace. From introductions to campus culture and expectations to teaching, research, and support resources, this course serves as a centralized hub to help you navigate your first year and beyond.
Please contact faculty@uiowa.edu for further information.
Parking Information: For a campus parking map, visit Parking Map. You may also explore Cambus routes for additional transportation options.
Online registration will open soon.
Agenda
| Time | Agenda | Speakers or activities |
|---|---|---|
| 10:00 am | Registration | |
| 10:45 am | Networking Opportunity Ice breaker | Barrett W. Thomas, associate provost for faculty and strategic operations |
| 11:15 am | Welcome University overview | Barrett W. Thomas, associate provost for faculty and strategic operations |
| 12:00 pm | President and Provost Welcome Lunch | Barbara J. Wilson, university president Kevin C. Kregel, executive vice president and provost |
| 1:00 pm | Arts and Academia | André Perry, Executive Director, Hancher Auditorium and Office of Performing Arts and Engagement |
| 1:30 pm | Information Resource Fair |
