Welcome to The University of Iowa!

I am excited, honored, and proud to serve as the University of Iowa’s 20th President.  In my career as a professor of biology, college dean, and university provost, I have been committed to promoting excellence and accessibility in education, supporting innovation in research, expanding diversity, and enhancing higher education’s role in public life.  The UI has strong traditions and admirable achievements in all these areas, and I look forward to leading this great institution as its President into a future marked by continued distinction and new discovery. 

The people of the state of Iowa are justifiably proud of their University, and I take that legacy in hand with a profound sense of stewardship.  While we honor and build upon the UI’s heritage, we will move together into a future of endless opportunity for all through the promise of new knowledge.

Here is a link to some of the UI’s recent and past achievements: University of Iowa Marks of Distinction.  I invite you to peruse them, and then to explore our website to see the excellence that we have to offer, whether you are contemplating your college career, seeking information on the latest research discoveries, or connecting with a service important to you.

I am thrilled to be part of the University of Iowa community, and I know you will be, too.

Sally Mason
President