The University of Iowa
Students for Human Rights
In short, we are...
Students. Leaders. Advocates.
A cross-disciplinary team dedicated to promoting and protecting human rights in our community and beyond. We bring together University of Iowa students, faculty and community members to spread awareness about Human Rights issues by engaging in direct advocacy, hosting philanthropy events, and organizing awareness and education presentations.
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ACTIVITIES
SPRING 2014
Human Rights Awareness Week
Doctors of the Dark Side: Role of Physicians and Psychologists in Enhanaced Detainee Interrogation (HRAW)
FALL 2013
IC Red Week
Lecture with Dr. John Lawrence: Medical Crisis in Syria
SPRING 2013
ONE Iowa Equal Rights World Record Hug-A-Thon Fundraiser
Human Rights Awareness Week
Environmental Campaign Action Week Letter Writing
FALL 2012
Zach Heffernen & Greg Bal.
Hawkeye Awards, Spring 2013
AWARDS
April 2013: Phillip G. Hubbard Human Rights Award,
- Zach Heffernen - UISHR President & Founder
Spring 2013 Hawkeye Leadership and Service Awards:
- Outstanding Student Organization Collaboration
- Outstanding Student Organization Advisor, Edward Miner
- Outstanding Student Organization Leader, Zach Heffernen