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

Junior Learn to Row Series - Session 2

Monday, July 29, 2024 9:00am to 11:00am

Beckwith Boathouse

Learn to Row this Summer! 4-day series. Ages 12+.

Discover Study Abroad-Summer 2024

Tuesday, July 30, 2024 12:30pm to 1:00pm

Virtual

Would you like to study abroad during your time at the University of Iowa, but don't know where to start? Attend our weekly Virtual Discover Study Abroad info sessions to learn how study abroad works and find the right international opportunity for you!

OSA at the 108th Annual Meskwaki Powwow

Friday, August 9 to Saturday, August 10, 2024 (all day)

OSA educators will be joining the Meskwaki Cultural Center and Museum staff in the History Exhibit tent at the 108th Annual Meskwaki Powwow! Learn about archaeology and OSA's Tribal partnerships. Chat to archaeologists and try some hands-on games and activities!