How could anyone involved in education not be Phil? This question flips the theme of why “we are Phil.” However, the former better expresses my perspective toward giving and, specifically, my primary...
You know rape survivors. You’ve read the news. You’ve seen the reports. You’ve watched those videos during Orientation. Sexual misconduct, harassment, and assault are prevalent, pervasive, and that’s...
Overflowing with heavy class loads and major-related activities, I — among many other students — have pondered whether the required classes I take have any purpose at all. College can seem like a race...
The two main political parties have a long history of disputes and disagreements over a plethora of complex issues. When it comes to engaging in political discussions, it is often hard for members of the...
People often say that college is the time in your life when you find out who you are. You develop your identity and understand the person you will become. I’m proud to say that philanthropy has played...
Early in my career at the University of Iowa, I learned the value of giving to our institutional needs. On a warm fall day in 1991, I strolled across the Pentacrest and glanced up at Old Capitol’s golden...
This week, our faculty and staff are launching their annual We Are Phil campaign. At the University of Iowa, Phil represents philanthropy and stands for our generous network of donors who help make our...
The power of philanthropy brought me to the University of Iowa. The generosity of the Fraternal Order of Eagles enabled an opportunity to build an internationally recognized diabetes research center. As...
Sexual-assault allegations against Supreme Court nominee Judge Brett Kavanaugh bring about concerns regarding blaming the victim and further coercion into not reporting sex crimes. It is important to note...
