Midterms are upon us, and we’re practicing the art of the pause here at the Museum of Natural History. Join us for one or all three upcoming events designed to help you unwind and recharge through origami, movement, and mindfulness at the museum.

Origami in Bird Hall
Step into the calm of Bird Hall for an origami break led by Mary Alice, our Visitor Services Coordinator. Fold peaceful paper birds, quiet your mind, and take a moment to breathe. No experience needed — just show up and recharge.
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Through the Irish Writing Program, you will spend your summer in Dublin alongside UI Professor Inara Verzemnieks and a variety of local Irish writers as you learn to hone your creative writing skills and explore Ireland’s rich culture and literary history. Join UI Study Abroad for an information session about this exciting, hands-on program where we’ll be talking about the course, scholarship opportunities, and the application process.

There are two information sessions available for your...

Through the Irish Writing Program, you will spend your summer in Dublin alongside UI Professor Inara Verzemnieks and a variety of local Irish writers as you learn to hone your creative writing skills and explore Ireland’s rich culture and literary history. Join UI Study Abroad for an information session about this exciting, hands-on program where we’ll be talking about the course, scholarship opportunities, and the application process.

There are two information sessions available for your...

NWP Alum Jen Percy reads from Girls Play Dead and in conversation with NWP Alum & Former Faculty Kerry Howley on Monday, November 17th at 7:00pm at Prairie Lights Books