Upcoming Events

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5th Annual BioBlitz at the Ashton Prairie Living Laboratory

Saturday, July 12, 2025 9:00am to 11:00am
Ashton Cross Country Course
What types of plants, animals, and fungal life might you find at the Ashton Prairie Living Laboratory? Let's find out! Join researchers in collecting, observing, and recording biodiversity at the Ashton Prairie Living Laboratory in our 5th Annual BioBlitz. Your findings will inform a major research project and will contribute to the fifth data point in a multi-year documentation of how diversity changes at this site over time. Collections will be housed with the UI Museum of Natural History...

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Fall 2025 Recruitment Calendar

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  • September 10th, 2025: Application Closes

Past Events

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Miyawaki Forest Tree Planting

Tuesday, April 29, 2025 1:00pm to 4:00pm
Hillcrest Hall
This exciting initiative aims to plant 4,000 native tree saplings and shrubs using the Miyawaki Method, a technique for densely planting native trees to create bio-diverse and self-sustaining forests.Getting There:The planting will take place on the northeast side of Hillcrest Residence Hall, east of Lot 13.Parking is limited, so we recommend using public transportation or carpooling.Lot 13: 25 public spots available after 4:30 p.m. weekdays and all day weekends.Lot 14: Public parking available...
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Miyawaki Forest Tree Planting

Monday, April 28, 2025 1:00pm to 4:00pm
Hillcrest Hall
This exciting initiative aims to plant 4,000 native tree saplings and shrubs using the Miyawaki Method, a technique for densely planting native trees to create bio-diverse and self-sustaining forests.Getting There:The planting will take place on the northeast side of Hillcrest Residence Hall, east of Lot 13.Parking is limited, so we recommend using public transportation or carpooling.Lot 13: 25 public spots available after 4:30 p.m. weekdays and all day weekends.Lot 14: Public parking available...
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Miyawaki Forest Tree Planting

Sunday, April 27, 2025 1:00pm to 4:00pm
Hillcrest Hall
This exciting initiative aims to plant 4,000 native tree saplings and shrubs using the Miyawaki Method, a technique for densely planting native trees to create bio-diverse and self-sustaining forests.Getting There:The planting will take place on the northeast side of Hillcrest Residence Hall, east of Lot 13.Parking is limited, so we recommend using public transportation or carpooling.Lot 13: 25 public spots available after 4:30 p.m. weekdays and all day weekends.Lot 14: Public parking available...
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Miyawaki Forest Tree Planting

Saturday, April 26, 2025 9:00am to 12:00pm
Hillcrest Hall
This exciting initiative aims to plant 4,000 native tree saplings and shrubs using the Miyawaki Method, a technique for densely planting native trees to create bio-diverse and self-sustaining forests.Getting There:The planting will take place on the northeast side of Hillcrest Residence Hall, east of Lot 13.Parking is limited, so we recommend using public transportation or carpooling.Lot 13: 25 public spots available after 4:30 p.m. weekdays and all day weekends.Lot 14: Public parking available...
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Miyawaki Forest Tree Planting

Friday, April 25, 2025 1:00pm to 4:00pm
Hillcrest Hall
Join us for the Miyawaki Forest Tree Planting as we kick off our project on Arbor Day, Friday, April 25! This exciting initiative aims to plant 4,000 native tree saplings and shrubs using the Miyawaki Method, a technique for densely planting native trees to create bio-diverse and self-sustaining forests.Getting There:Planting will take place on the northeast side of Hillcrest Residence Hall, east side of Lot 13.Parking is limited, so we recommend using public transportation or carpooling.Lot 13...
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Open Climb Night

Friday, December 6, 2024 8:30pm to 10:30pm
Campus Recreation and Wellness Center
Do you want to connect with other students interested in sustainability or outdoor recreation? Be part of the growing Sustainability + Adventure community on campus and join us for a night of climbing, food, and camaraderie. You'll have a chance to experience the Climbing Wall, grab a slice of pizza, and connect with students who share similar interests. This event is sponsored by UI Recreational Services Adventure Recreation, Environmental Coalition at Iowa, and Late Night Programs. Be sure...
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