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Our mission is to advance the University of Iowa through engagement and philanthropy.

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The UI Center for Advancement was formed by joining the UI Alumni Association and the UI Foundation to better serve our alumni and friends in the state and the region, throughout the country, and around the world. The UI Center for Advancement is a nonprofit IRC Sec. 501(c)(3) organization, serving as the preferred channel for private contributions that benefit all areas of the University of Iowa. As an independent organization, we work to strengthen the university by connecting with alumni, friends, and supporters.

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We are located in the Levitt Center for University Advancement and are governed by a volunteer board of directors. Our work is also guided by the volunteer Alumni Leadership Council, which serves as the university’s alumni advisory body and includes alumni representing areas across campus.

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We are dedicated to engaging everyone who loves the University of Iowa—alumni, fans, patients, art lovers, students, parents, and friends—through programming, events, and opportunities to give back. Creating opportunities for everyone to stay engaged is at the core of the University of Iowa Center for Advancement’s commitment to advancement.

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We strive to create an environment where all members of the Hawkeye community feel valued and respected. Through our communications, programming, outreach, and workplace culture, we foster connections and ensure that everyone has opportunities to participate and contribute.

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Ask Alumni: What�s Your Favorite Iowa City Coffee Shop?

Hawkeyes share their go-to spots in Iowa City, past and present, to get their caffeine fix. ILLUSTRATION: Jimmy Losasso Coffee shops are integral to Iowa City?s identity as a UNESCO City of Literature, serving as vibrant hubs of connection and creativity where students and community members can settle in with a good book, focus on homework, or kindle friendships. Although some past favorites have closed over the years, several shops owned by University of Iowa alumni remain dedicated to keeping Iowa City caffeinated. Recently, we asked Hawkeyes on Facebook to name their favorite Iowa City coffee spots, both past and present. Their responses showed just how much UI students and alumni love a good cup of joe. PHOTO: PRESS COFFEE Press Coffee Press Coffee, 1120 N. Dodge St. in Iowa City, was overwhelmingly recommended by the Hawkeye community. Press is co-owned by alumni Kate Ford (03BM) and Lisa Edwards (10BFA), whose shared backgrounds as baristas and roller derby teammates set in motion their partnership. ?Press Coffee Iowa City is the best coffee shop in the state with the raddest owners and staff.? ?Nichole Nidey PHOTO: UNITED STATES PATENT AND TRADEMARKING OFFICE Great Midwestern Ice Cream Company Affectionately known as ?Great Mid,? this blast from the past?formerly located at 126 E. Washington St. in downtown Iowa City?was an alumni favorite. Who would have thought to buy their morning coffee at an ice cream parlor? ?Great Midwestern! I miss it so much?I can't believe it's gone even after 20+ years. I'm still in mourning.? ?Mandy McClenahan ?Great Midwestern Ice Cream Company was the besssstt.? ?Amanda Grace PHOTO: Java House Java House Java House holds a special place in the hearts of Hawkeyes. Its founder, Tara Cronbaugh (98BA), developed a business plan in a UI entrepreneurship class in 1993 before opening the first Java House location on the second floor of Prairie Lights Books the following year. The Washington Street location soon debuted, and the Mormon Trek Boulevard and First Avenue locations followed in 1998 and 2003, respectively. ?Java House downtown!? ?Erika Earp ?Love the chai latte at The Java House.? ?Connie Cramer Caster PHOTO: Sidekick Coffee and Books Sidekick Coffee and Books Sidekick Coffee and Books, 1310? Melrose Ave. in Iowa City, offers gourmet coffee and teas alongside baked goods and books. Owner Katy Herbold (03BA), who has a passion for promoting literacy, originally opened Sidekick with a focus on children?s books. The demand for adult titles, however, prompted the shop to rapidly expand its selections. ?Sidekick Coffee & Books?owned by an amazing Iowa alum!? ?Melinda Moe ?Sidekick for the amazing chai & cute environment or Press!? ?Jaci Albrect PHOTO: Daydrink Daydrink Daydrink, 518 Bowery St. in Iowa City, is a sustainability-minded coffee shop. With a slogan of ?A Coffee Shop That Gives a Damn,? Daydrink offers glass jars for to-go orders and ethically sourced coffee that is roasted in-house. ?DAYDRINK forever!? ?Matt Cabel ?Daydrink on Bowery! So many weird and wonderful concoctions to try, super smooth coffee, and plenty of fun things to look at while you hang out there.? ?Sasha Alexander .socialpost { padding: 30px; margin: 15px 0; border: 0px solid #eee; border-radius: 20px; background: #F5F5F5; display: flex; align-items: center; } .socialcomment { width: 80%; } .socialcomment p{ margin: 0; font-family: "Roboto", sans-serif; color: #333; text-align: left; font-weight: 500; font-size: 1.25rem; } .socialcomment span { font-size: .9em; font-style: italic; } .portrait.right.writer { float: left; margin: 0; padding: 0 25px 0 0; width: 20%; min-width: 80px; max-width: 100px; }

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