IOWA CITY — The University of Iowa awarded nearly 1,700 undergraduate, graduate and professional students degrees at the close of the 2023 fall semester. Thirteen percent of the undergraduates graduated with multiple degrees – a 2 percent increase over a year ago – and, as a group, undergraduates posted a cumulative GPA of 3.22 – another year-over-year increase – during their stay at Iowa. The oldest degree recipient was 72 years ago; the youngest 18.
Local graduates include:
From Ely – Anna Millard [College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, Bachelor of Science, Psychology]
Robert Weger [College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, Bachelor of Science, Economics]
From Solon – Carolyn Gonzalez [Graduate College, Master of Arts, English]
Cassidy Formanek [Graduate College, Master of Science, Business Analytics]
Dustin Stansberry [Graduate College, Master of Science, Mechanical Engineering]
Justin Gibbs [University College, Bachelor of Applied Studies, Bachelor of Applied Studies]
Madysen Hess [College of Education, Bachelor of Arts, Elementary Education]
Raysa Garbes [College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, Bachelor of Arts, Interdepartmental Studies]
Reegan Helle [College of Nursing, Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Nursing]
Savannah Rupp [College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, Bachelor of Arts, Enterprise Leadership]
About the University of Iowa
As a top global university, Iowa is the ideal destination for learning, discovery, and innovation. We bring art and science together to create a truly unique interdisciplinary education. With over 200 areas of study to choose from, students are encouraged to mix and match majors, minors, and certificates to earn a degree that reflects their unique interests.
From inside our world-class medical center to the most prestigious creative writing program in the U.S., students have access to quality academic support and are equipped with the tools they need to stand out in a competitive workforce. Our 15:1 student-to-faculty ratio allows students to work directly with experts in their field while earning valuable, practical skills.
Our campus seamlessly blends into the heart of downtown Iowa City, making it easy to access academic resources and belong to a larger, welcoming community. With over 500 student organizations, clubs, and communities on campus, and countless in-town events scheduled throughout the year, Iowa makes it easy to build a network of friendships and connections that last a lifetime.