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Health coaches help UI employees with smoking cessation

Since July 1, smoking has been banned on the University of Iowa campus under the Smoke-Free Air Act. In response to this environmental policy change, many faculty and staff at the University have decided to try to kick the habit.

“Stopping tobacco use is extremely challenging, like any major lifestyle change,” says UI Wellness coordinator Megan Moeller. “Our health coaches work with people on a case-by-case basis to determine the best plan to help them quit.”

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Photo feature: Teaching the history and techniques of papermaking

Tim Barrett, research scientist and adjunct professor at The University of Iowa, invited fyi to observes his teachings during his Papermaking History and Techniques course, which is taught in the new Center for the Book papermaking classroom in North Hall.

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Board of Regents president Miles notes Mason's achievements in first year

On Sept. 25, University of Iowa president Sally Mason formally responded to the Stolar Report at the Board of Regents, State of Iowa meeting in West Des Moines. Regents president David Miles then shared remarks as a response to the Stolar Report and prior to adopting a motion regarding Mason's compensation.

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