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News and announcements
Chemistry student awarded Dr. Ken Magid Scholarship to intern abroad
Thursday, August 6, 2026
11 undergraduate students participate in internships abroad in summer 2026, thanks to support from the Dr. Ken Magid Scholarship. The fund was established by the late Linda Baker (BA English ’68) in memory of her former mentor, author and child behaviorist Dr. Kenneth Magid.
Florence Williams Promoted to Associate Professor
Monday, July 27, 2026
Florence Williams has been officially promoted to Associate Professor as of July 2026. She has been with the University of Iowa since 2019.
Scott Daly Promoted to Full Professor
Monday, July 27, 2026
Scott Daly has officially been promoted to Full Professor as of July 2026. He has been with the University of Iowa Department of Chemistry since 2014.
