Events & Programs

Where Healing Meets the Herd: Human-Horse Interactions in Mental Health Care promotional image

Where Healing Meets the Herd: Human-Horse Interactions in Mental Health Care

Thursday, November 19, 2026 1:00pm to 2:00pm
Virtual

Date: Thursday, November 19
Time: 1:00–2:00 p.m.
Location: Room 2520-D, University Capitol Centre (UCC), 200 South Capitol St., Iowa City, & via Zoom
👉RSVP by November 16.

Complimentary coffee and cookies will be available for in-person attendees beginning at 12:30 p.m.

In this talk, UI Professor Katy Schroeder will explore the human–animal bond and its potential to promote mental health and enhance counseling outcomes. Drawing on her research with therapy horses, she will share insights into this...

EFC Lecture Series: Two Thirds of a Century of Adventure in Stratigraphy, the Study of Sedimentary Rock Successions promotional image

EFC Lecture Series: Two Thirds of a Century of Adventure in Stratigraphy, the Study of Sedimentary Rock Successions

Thursday, November 19, 2026 4:00pm
Virtual
Much of Earth history is recorded in the beds of sedimentary rocks, which are read from bottom to top.

The Gray Hawk

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UIRA members enjoy access to discounts, networking events, and all-around support.

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UI retirees can access library, recreation, and IT services plus an array of discounts.

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Special Interests

UIRA-sponsored groups let members pursue shared interests and activities.

A moose in the wild

Photo Contest

Our annual photography contest invites members to share their view of the world.

Different types of resources

Retiree Resources

The UIRA maintains a guide to useful campus and community info and resources.