Health and Lifestyle

ASD Support Group

The ADHD Support Group is for students with ADHD to connect and talk about resources, tips/tricks/advice about managing ADHD, and share experiences of navigating college and relationships with ADHD. All ages, races, genders, and majors are welcome as a variety of identities help students connect across diverse experiences and perspectives. Students are welcome to participate as often as they would like - weekly or only during weeks that are convenient.

The Eating Disorder Network (EDN)

The Eating Disorder Network (EDN) is a collaborative group of health professionals from across the University of Iowa campus that have come together to offer services for the treatment and prevention of eating disorders. This multi-disciplinary team was formed in response to the growing number of UI students who were struggling with eating disorder concerns.

Iowa's University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (UCEDD)

The Center for Disabilities and Development (CDD) has been designated as Iowa's University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (UCEDD) since 1972. Established by the Iowa Legislature in 1947 as the University Hospital School, CDD has evolved over the years in response to every major advance in disability policy in the United States from being a residential school to serving as Iowa's tertiary level diagnosis and evaluation center supporting Iowa schools and community programs.

Guide to Finding a Therapist in the Community

The mission of the programming series is to create space for dialogue, support, and empowerment among students, faculty, and staff at University of Iowa. Through the co-creation of a supportive community of womxn, individuals will have the ability to explore their racial, ethnic, and cultural identities, share lived experiences, and discuss what it means to be womxn of colour in our campus community.

Access Support Group

School, work, and simply managing everyday demands can feel overwhelming. It can be even more challenging when you have a chronic health condition. Join us in a space where you can meet other students who may validate, encourage, and understand your experiences.

ADHD Support Group

The ADHD Support Group is for students with ADHD to connect and talk about resources, tips/tricks/advice about managing ADHD, and share experiences of navigating college and relationships with ADHD.

University Counseling Service (UCS)

Offers a variety of group and individual counseling services for currently enrolled Iowa students. UCS also offers workshops and programs to assist students with everything from depression and anxiety management, to suicide prevention, to helping others in distress. Services have no additional costs. The UCS is located in multiple campus locations for your easy access. All services are confidential!

Student Wellness

We offer appointments, group workshops, events and other programming for students on nutrition, fitness, stress management, alcohol and drugs, tobacco/e-cigarettes, sexual health and sleep.

Student Health

Student Health provides primary medical care for registered University of Iowa students--the same care you would receive from a healthcare provider in your hometown. We have physicians who are board certified in family medicine, physician assistants, and psychiatrists so that we can provide primary care for almost any health concern that may arise. Call 319-335-8394 to schedule an appointment with one of our providers!

Housing & Dining Medical (ADA) Accommodations

University of Iowa Housing & Dining (UIHD) welcomes and encourages students with a variety of disabilities and chronic medical conditions to live in campus housing and values the contributions all students make in our communities.

Food Pantry at Iowa

Our mission is to provide nutritious food and basic necessities for University of Iowa students, faculty, and staff in need, and to fight food insecurity through education and advocacy.

Body Image and Eating Disorder Awareness

The purpose and goal of BIEDA is to encourage a positive, sustainable lifestyle through body image and eating disorder awareness and campus/local resource identification.