UI Honors 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.
Food Around the World
Wednesday, November 18, 2026 2:30pm to 3:00pm
The Food Studies Group (FSG), an International Programs Affinity Group, will host Food Around the World on Wednesday, November 18, 2026, from 2 to 3 p.m. in the Culture Bites Café (Room 120, Phillips Hall).
Money Matters: Budgeting, Credit, and Saving for Success
Thursday, November 19, 2026 4:30pm to 5:50pm
Join representatives from the Office of Student Financial Aid for an interactive workshop on key personal finance topics, including creating and maintaining a budget, understanding credit reports and credit scores, and developing strategies for saving money and managing debt.