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Writing Center consultants can work with you on any kind of writing project, from course papers to job application materials and creative writing. We can also help with speeches and presentations. Our services are free and available to all students, staff and faculty at the University of Iowa.

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Writing for all

The Writing Center is hosted by the Department of Rhetoric and is located in room 110 of the English Philosophy Building. Services are free and available to all students, faculty, and staff. Not affiliated with the UI? We also help staff a community writing center at the Iowa City and Coralville Public Library. Walk-in appointments available for Johnson County residents during the fall and spring semesters.

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Est. 1934

One of the first Writing Centers in the U.S.
students in a rhetoric class

1:1

The Center has a long-standing tradition of one-to-one instruction in rhetorical and communication skills.

5,000

The number of hours of one-on-one writing instruction we provide each year.
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2,000

The number of students, faculty, and staff, we meet with each semester.
student discussing writing

Our Story

The University of Iowa Writing Center was started by Carrie Stanley in 1934, making it one of the first writing centers in the country. The center has a long-standing tradition of one-to-one instruction in rhetorical and communication skills.

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Events

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Write Now Hawkeye Haiku Contest

Wednesday, November 12 to Friday, November 14, 2025 (all day)
Virtual
Submit your milestone haiku by Nov. 14!
WHAT WE MAKE: A School of Art, Art History, and Design Staff Exhibition promotional image

WHAT WE MAKE: A School of Art, Art History, and Design Staff Exhibition

Wednesday, November 12, 2025 8:00am to 8:00pm
Art Building West

“Making” is the act of bringing something from our minds into reality; a task that can drive us, calm us, or give us pleasure. This exhibition by the staff of SAAHD is about our creative pursuits, giving the community the opportunity to learn more about us.

This presentation of creative work by School of Art, Art History, and Design staff will be on display Nov. 10–15 in the Levitt Gallery, 140 Art Building West. Join us for a closing reception on Nov. 14 from 4 to 5:30 p.m.

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3D Design Student & Faculty Exhibition

Wednesday, November 12, 2025 8:00am to 8:00pm
Visual Arts Building

The University of Iowa 3D Design Program is holding an exhibition that will be on display from Nov. 3–14 in the Drewelowe Gallery (E100 VAB). The show will feature several semesters of student and faculty work from the department. The reception will be Nov. 7 from 5 to 7 p.m.

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