Council on the Status of Women

Working in partnership with the University to develop policies that remove barriers

Our Mission

The mission of the Council on the Status of Women is to ensure an environment that supports the rights of all women at The University of Iowa. The council is committed to working in partnership with the University to develop policies that remove barriers to women’s learning, professional growth, creativity, employment, and contributions to the institution and to the broader community.

An Open Letter in Support of RVAP

This open letter is written, delivered, and published by the UI Council on the Status of Women. Because of our commitment to open dialogue and transparency, we will post relevant communication from the letter recipients as well as our own replies or follow-ups that we may subsequently write. (April 2024)

May 2024- Please scroll down on letter to view Sarah Hensen, Vice President for Student Life

An Open Letter to Transgender Students

This letter was authored by the trans members of the UI Trans Inclusivity Coalition, with support from allies of all identities, as well as the co-signatories noted at the bottom of the letter, including the UI Council on the Status of Women. (Published March 31, 2021)

Upcoming UI Diversity Events

ADHD Support Group

Friday, May 10, 2024 12:00pm to 1:00pm

Virtual

ADHD Support Group With Molly Rathe, LMHC Description: The ADHD Support Group is for students with ADHD to connect and talk about resources, tips/tricks/advice about managing ADHD, and share experiences of navigating college and relationships with ADHD. All ages, races, genders, and majors are welcome as a variety of identities help students connect across diverse experiences and perspectives. Students are welcome to participate as often as they would like—weekly or only during weeks that are...

Black Graduation Celebration 2024

Friday, May 10, 2024 5:00pm to 8:00pm

Courtyard by Marriott

The Black Graduation Celebration invites all spring, summer, and fall graduates to be recognized. All graduates' loved ones are also invited to celebrate their accomplishments. Join us in this opportunity to recognize the graduates, and to celebrate the winners of the Black Emerging Leader Award, Black Leadership Award, and Black Excellence Award, which are awarded to students who have impacted the community during their time at Iowa. Stay tuned to the Black Graduation Celebration website for...

Study Abroad Virtual Open Advising Hours

Monday, May 13, 2024 1:00pm to 3:00pm

Virtual

Do you have general inquiries about studying abroad? UI Study Abroad staff are at the ready to help you plan the experience of a lifetime. Study Abroad offers weekly Open Advising hours every Monday and Thursday so you can get your questions answered quickly.