A new "school of intellectual freedom" at the University of Iowa was among the sprawling higher ed priorities Iowa lawmakers advanced Tuesday.

(Des Moines) A proposed bill moving through the House Higher Education Committee would create a “school of intellectual freedom” at the University of Iowa, reshaping American history education. Governor Terry Branstad is a firm backer of the bill. The bill passed subcommittee 2-1.

In responding to a House proposal that would require the University of Iowa to establish a new “School of Intellectual Freedom,” a UI lobbyist on Tuesday announced campus plans to create a new “Center for Civic Dialogue and Leadership.

The bill prohibits professors from teaching concepts surrounding “identity politics” in general education courses

University of Iowa cheerleader Austin Beam, who grew up in Ankeny, is recovering after falling on his neck during a men's basketball game on Jan. 21.

DES MOINES, Iowa — The state of Iowa is facing a critical physician shortage. To combat the issue, Des Moines University and Drake University are teaming up once again to offer more Iowans access to medical education.

It’s Iowa women's basketball vs Northwestern in Big Ten basketball. Follow for live score updates, game highlights from Tuesday's game.

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Update: The University of Iowa provided this statement to the Des Moines Register on Jan. 27: "He is doing well and following up with appropriate medical care providers." IOWA CITY — A University of Iowa cheerleader was injured during a timeout of the ...

I sent a letter to university presidents reminding them about their obligation to comply with state law and President Trump’s executive order ending illegal DEI,' Reynolds wrote.

In response to a proposal that would require the University of Iowa establish a “School of Intellectual Freedom,” UI plans to create a new “Center for Civic Dialogue and Leadership.”

Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds sent a letter to university presidents Thursday, which reminded them about their obligation to disband diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs.