Articles from September 2025

Admissions Open House Oct. 6

Tuesday, September 30, 2025
The University of Iowa School of Planning and Public Affairs (SPPA) is holding an Open House/Information Session on Monday, October 6, 2025 at noon.
Mike Norris and group from Homes for Iowa receiving award.

Urban Planning Alumnus Leads Award-Winning Housing Initiative

Thursday, September 18, 2025
Homes for Iowa, run by SPPA alumnus Mike Norris, wins 2025 Project of the Year for building homes, training inmates, and revitalizing communities.
Downtown Iowa City bus interchange showing busses in a row.

Student Transport Research Informs Local Decision-Making

Tuesday, September 16, 2025
Study explores how Iowa's Trip Connect ODT service boosts transit access, showing faster, more flexible options than fixed routes.
Headshots of graduate students Seth Dickinson, Yiru Wang, and Eric Woolsey.

Huling Fund Fuels Student Impact Through Summer Internships

Thursday, September 11, 2025
Three MPA students gained hands-on experience in public service through internships funded by the James B. Huling MPA Experiential Learning Fund. Their work in city management, transit, and food equity highlights the impact of alumni support on future public leaders.