Everywhere, All the Time

IIHR's outreach program is known for being "everywhere, all the time." Our program is dedicated to public service and sharing our applied research broadly to develop solutions to real-world problems. 

Our team regularly engages in outreach events, from hosting FIRST LEGO League teams to inspire the next generation of engineers to attending city council meetings to offer technical support to address local water resource concerns—we do it all! Contact us to discuss how we can support your group, event, or program. View upcoming and past events below.

Spencer Community Event
First LEGO League

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Annual Outreach Events

Connecting with community leaders, policymakers, agencies, K-12 students, and the public.

Rep. Hinson Field Visit

Upcoming Events

Our Water, Our Future: A Look at the Central Iowa Water Quality Report promotional image

Our Water, Our Future: A Look at the Central Iowa Water Quality Report

Wednesday, October 29, 2025 6:00pm to 7:30pm
Big Grove Brewery Iowa City
Join for a public presentation of findings from the Central Iowa Source Water Resource Assessment (CISWRA) report.
From the Driftless to the Delta: Rethinking Water Protections in the Mississippi River Watershed  promotional image

From the Driftless to the Delta: Rethinking Water Protections in the Mississippi River Watershed

Thursday, October 30, 2025 12:30pm to 2:00pm
Boyd Law Building

Join us for a timely panel discussion exploring how states, communities, and advocates are responding to the regulatory and environmental uncertainties left in the wake of the Sackett v. EPA decision. With a focus on wetlands and water protections across the Mississippi River watershed—from the bluffs of the Driftless Region to the bayous of the Delta—this conversation brings together regional experts to highlight innovative legal, policy, and collaborative approaches for safeguarding critical...

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ICYF STEAM Night

Saturday, November 8, 2025 4:00pm to 7:00pm
Indianola Community Youth Foundation

Roll up your sleeves—it's time to experiment, explore, and engineer at the Indianola Community Youth Foundation's STEAM Night!

This free community event is open to families of all ages, with hands-on learning stations, interactive activities, and exciting demonstrations. Organizations will be providing an interactive booth or demonstration that inspires excitement around science, technology, engineering, art, or math. This is a great opportunity to spark curiosity in STEAM fields!

The event will...

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Past Events

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Cedar Valley Family STEM Festival

Thursday, October 16, 2025 4:00pm to 7:00pm
Wartburg College

Get ready to dive into the thrilling world of STEM with us at our upcoming festival, where the wonders of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) come alive for students and families across Iowa! This vibrant celebration is not just about fun; it's about igniting a passion for learning and discovery in our youth. Explore hands-on activities that spark curiosity, while raising awareness of the importance of STEM-related educational and career opportunities for families. So, come...

Waters of the United States: POTUS, SCOTUS, WOTUS, and the Politics of a National Resource with Royal C. Gardner  promotional image

Waters of the United States: POTUS, SCOTUS, WOTUS, and the Politics of a National Resource with Royal C. Gardner

Friday, October 10, 2025 12:45pm to 2:00pm
Boyd Law Building
Waters of the United States is an unprecedented exploration of the history of the 'waters of the United States'—and its importance for today’s efforts to conserve a critical natural resource.
Discover Your University: Iowa Geological Survey Tour promotional image

Discover Your University: Iowa Geological Survey Tour

Thursday, October 9, 2025 10:30am to 12:00pm
Iowa Geological Survey - Oakdale

The Iowa Geological Survey joined IIHR—Hydroscience and Engineering and the University of Iowa in 2014. The IGS has more than 130 years of experience in helping to understand and effectively manage Iowa's natural resources for long-term sustainability and economic development and has advanced IIHR research initiatives to include surface to subsurface and flood and drought interactions and impacts on Iowans.

Participants will tour the IGS's impressive rock library, containing over 1.6 million...

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