The University of Iowa’s commitment to supporting faculty at every stage of their careers continues to strengthen retention across campus. In FY2025, the university's faculty retention rate remained at 96.3% in FY 2025.

Four University of Iowa faculty members are recipients of the 2026 President and Provost Award for Teaching Excellence, recognizing their exceptional and sustained contributions to student learning and success. This year's recipients are Colleen Bringman, Alison K. Guernsey, Ted Neal, and Chad Tracy.

The University of Iowa again set new records for student retention and graduation in 2025, continuing a steady upward trend. Investments in academic and support programs and need-based financial aid are helping more students stay on track and earn their degrees.

The Iowa Board of Regents will recognize six outstanding University of Iowa faculty members for their extraordinary contributions and sustained record of distinction in teaching, scholarship, and service. Read more about the accomplishments of the Regents Award for Faculty Excellence honorees: Mary Charlton, Polly Ferguson, Alberto Segre, Carol Severino, Fred Stern, and Nick Street.