Male student plays the marimba outside in the sunshine

Outdoor melody

May 26

A music major takes his skill outside on a recent lovely May afternoon.

Woman draws blood sample from German Shepherd while second woman

Animal blood donor

Veterinary blood bank seeks dog, cat donors

May 26

The College of Veterinary Medicine's 18-year-old animal blood bank relies on donations from local healthy pets -- and their obliging owners.

Kate Gregory and Michael Norton

Gregory           Norton

Leath fills two top university posts

May 26

Retired Rear Admiral Kate Gregory has been named senior vice president for university services and Husch Blackwell attorney Michael Norton, university counsel. Subject to approval by the Iowa Board of Regents, the two will start July 11.