"I love the community I have developed in PSP. I have many wonderful people who have enriched my time at Iowa. I have also benefitted from the self discovery aspect of the program. The seminars have helped with personal growth as they allow me to set aside time during a busy semester to think about myself." Allison Beckner, PSP President
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Events
Pecha Kucha: Glocal at Iowa
Friday, November 6, 2026 11:30am to 1:00pm
Using the fast-paced and visually engaging Pecha Kucha format, meaning “chit-chat” in Japanese, five student speakers will share their most meaningful “glocal” experiences in approximately six-minute presentations composed of 20 timed slides.
Boren Information Session
Monday, November 9, 2026 11:30am to 12:30pm
Dr. Karen Wachsmuth will provide an overview of the Boren Awards available to both undergraduate and graduate students, eligibility, and preferred languages and countries.
Boren Webinar: Crafting Competitive Essays
Tuesday, November 17, 2026 12:00pm to 1:00pm
Applying for a Boren Award and wondering how to approach the essays? An upcoming virtual webinar will help you better understand the essay prompts and what the Boren selection panel is looking for in a competitive application.