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Leeds study will address aging infrastructures, businesses

Sunday, January 25, 2015
A study conducted by University of Iowa graduate students into Sioux City’s Leeds neighborhood aims to preserve and revitalize the community’s aging business corridor.

UI recognized for community commitment

Wednesday, January 7, 2015
The University of Iowa has been recognized nationally for its commitment and involvement to the community.

Sustainable Iowa

Friday, November 21, 2014
University of Iowa students have a hand in supporting the viability of a number of Iowa communities for years to come through the Iowa Initiative for Sustainable Communities (IISC.)

UI project aims to restore a sense of community

Monday, November 17, 2014
When 53-year-old Ron Beals was a boy growing up in the Leeds neighborhood in northeast Sioux City, folks could walk the area’s main strip and purchase just about everything they needed for a simple, small-town life.

Graduate students from the University of Iowa focus on Sioux City for thesis projects

Thursday, October 16, 2014
Graduate students from the University of Iowa school of Urban and Regional Planning are focused on Sioux City's future.

U of I researcher informs supervisors about frac-sand impact

Monday, October 6, 2014
Scientists have known for centuries crystalline silica is a carcinogen, according to Dr. Peter Thorne. The head of the University of Iowa’s Department of Occupational and Environmental Health was in Decorah making a presentation at the Winneshiek County Board of Supervisors’ meeting last week. The University is currently conducting an Environmental Health Sciences Research Center (EHSRC) project...

Partnership kicks off in Sioux City to improve community

Thursday, August 28, 2014
How does Sioux City keep its residents happy while also attracting newcomers? City officials and the Siouxland Interstate Metropolitan Planning Council are teaming up with the University of Iowa to find out.

University of Iowa Students Help Sioux City Plan for the Future

Wednesday, August 27, 2014
Some University of Iowa students are helping Sioux City plan for the future. Sioux City is one of three communities in the state chosen for this project. Wednesday at the Orpheum Theater the students met with members of the Siouxland Interstate Metropolitan Planning Council, known as SIMPCO. They'll be doing studies on how to improve various areas of life in the community.

IISC Projects Start Soon

Tuesday, August 12, 2014
University of Iowa professors and students will be kicking off Iowa Initiative for Sustainable Communities (IISC) projects throughout the county this fall.

UI partners with Decorah, Iowa City, and Sioux City on sustainability

Thursday, April 3, 2014
Through the Iowa Initiative for Sustainable Communities (IISC), University of Iowa professors and students help Iowa communities build a more sustainable tomorrow by addressing the economic, environmental, and socio-cultural issues of today.