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Ibrahim Suleman - Class of 2027

Wednesday, October 22, 2025
From Ghana to Iowa City, planning student Ibrahim Suleman is expanding his knowledge
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Faculty Spotlight - Sarah Hofmeyer

Wednesday, October 22, 2025
Get to know our faculty member focused on community food systems, planning, and transforming the U.S. agrifood system.
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Molly McCarthy - Class of 2027

Tuesday, October 21, 2025
Master of Public Affairs student Molly McCarthy is combining research and policy experience to improve public decision-making.
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Public Affairs Student Joins Global Dialogue Shaping UN Policy

Thursday, October 2, 2025
Ahillan Kumar joined young leaders in NYC to tackle global issues, contributing to UN policy ideas through a diverse, collaborative forum with lasting personal impact.
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Andrea Uhl - Class of 2013

Thursday, October 2, 2025
Urban planning alum Andrea Uhl built a career that evolved from environmental planning and economic development into public finance and state policy.
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Faculty Spotlight - Phuong Nguyen

Thursday, October 2, 2025
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Jack Bryson - Class of 2027

Thursday, October 2, 2025
Meet Jack Bryson, who's currently pursuing a public affairs master’s degree at the University of Iowa.
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Claire Trettin - Class of 2027

Wednesday, October 1, 2025
Claire Trettin, a nontraditional student, shares her experience in the School of Planning and Public Affairs.

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.