HQ Function

Serves as the primary hub for academic instruction, extensive research activities, university administration, student residential life, and cultural events.

Notable Features:

The Pentacrest (Old Capitol Museum, Jessup Hall, Macbride Hall, MacLean Hall, Schaeffer Hall), University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics, Hancher Auditorium, Kinnick Stadium, Stanley Museum of Art, and the Main Library.

Work Culture:

A vibrant academic and research-intensive environment that fosters collaboration, innovation, intellectual curiosity, and a strong sense of community among students, faculty, and staff. It emphasizes a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

HQ Significance:

As Iowa's flagship public research university, it is a major center for higher education, advanced research (particularly in health sciences, writing, and space physics), and healthcare services for the state and region. It significantly impacts Iowa's economy and cultural landscape.

Values Reflected in HQ: The campus architecture and operations reflect values of academic excellence, research innovation, student-centered learning, community engagement, historical preservation, and sustainable practices.

Location:

The University of Iowa maintains a significant global presence through a variety of functions. These include extensive study abroad programs offering students experiences in numerous countries, robust international student and scholar services supporting a diverse campus community, and numerous collaborative research partnerships with academic institutions and organizations worldwide. The university also actively engages in international development projects, has a strong global alumni network, and offers academic programs with an international focus, fostering global perspectives and cross-cultural understanding.

Street Address:

101 Jessup Hall (central administration building)

City:

Iowa City

State/Province:

Iowa

Country:

USA