Thursday, January 2, 2025

Each semester, students plan and execute their own events for local clients. Here is a snapshot of a few events students completed this semester:

Houses into Homes

This semester, students unleashed their creativity in our workshop class where they planned an event for Houses into Homes and upcycled furniture, transforming old pieces into stunning designs. 

Lost & Found

In partnership with Investigate Midwest, students in our workshop class organized an engaging live storytelling event, showcasing their event planning skills while highlighting powerful, thought-provoking narratives.

Internship Networking Event

This semester, our program hosted an networking event, bringing together businesses from across Iowa City seeking spring and summer interns to connect with our talented students and explore exciting internship opportunities.

December Graduates Celebration 

We celebrated our December graduates with a festive party, complete with pizza, cupcakes, a surprise visit from Herky, and a special recognition of Rosanne Hopson for the inaugural Rosanne Hopson IMPACT Award.

Charlie Brown Christmas

Students organized a Charlie Brown Christmas to celebrate the season at Walker Homestead. There was live music, food, drinks, and many activities to participate in during the night. 

Hawk the Vote Watch Party

In coordination with the student organization, Hawk the Vote, students organized a nonpartisan election night watch party. The event had live election coverage, free food, and chances to win prizes.