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The International Writing Program (IWP) is a unique conduit for the world’s literatures, connecting well-established writers from around the globe, bringing international literature into classrooms, introducing American writers to other cultures through reading tours, and serving as a clearinghouse for literary news and a wealth of archival and pedagogical materials. Since 1967, over 1,600 writers from more than 160 countries have been in residence at the University of Iowa.

 

 

News

Cate Dicharry charts a new path for UI’s International Writing Program

Thursday, July 2, 2026

Donor Spotlight: Hugh Culverhouse Jr.

Thursday, July 2, 2026
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2024 IWP Annual Report

Sunday, November 2, 2025

International Writing Program Receives $250k Donation

Wednesday, April 30, 2025
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Events

An Evening with IWP Poet and Translator Nisrine Mbarki promotional image

An Evening with IWP Poet and Translator Nisrine Mbarki

Wednesday, October 14, 2026 5:30pm to 7:30pm
Phillips Hall
Nisrine Mbarki Ben Ayad (she/her), the Poet Laureate of the Netherlands (2026–2027), is an Amsterdam based Dutch Moroccan versatile multilingual writer, poet, literary translator, and programmer.
Perfect Italian: A Conversation with Kiki Petrosino promotional image

Perfect Italian: A Conversation with Kiki Petrosino

Thursday, October 15, 2026 10:45am to 12:30pm
Phillips Hall
Poet Kiki Petrosino will read from "Perfect Italian," the third and final installment in her series on heritage and identity.
Drifting: Film Screening and Q&A with director Jun Li promotional image

Drifting: Film Screening and Q&A with director Jun Li

Thursday, October 15, 2026 5:00pm to 7:30pm
Adler Journalism and Mass Communication Building

Just out of jail, Fai finds a spot on a street corner where other homeless people welcome him. But he doesn't get much time to settle in. The police soon chase them away, and their possessions disappear into a garbage truck. Young social worker Ms. Ho thinks it's time to fight this in court. In the meantime, Fai and his friends have other concerns.

Film is free to everyone.

Jun Li is a Hong Kong writer and film director. He has made three feature films and written two full-length plays. His films...

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