In response to COVID-19, we are following the University of Iowa’s guidance and the CDC’s recommendations, and will continue to do so as the situation changes. We are committed to maintaining the safety and well-being of all our visitors.
Currently, all Belin-Blank Center events are scheduled to proceed as planned. As the days and weeks go on, please monitor our Emergency Alerts page often for updates about whether a specific Belin-Blank Center event or program has been canceled, rescheduled, or moved online.
If the University of Iowa requires that we cancel an event or program due to reasons related to COVID-19, all registered participants will receive a full refund of any paid fees associated with that event or program. They will also receive an email.
| Upcoming Event or Program | Date Scheduled | Status (Current March 12, 2020) |
|---|---|---|
| AP Teacher Training Institute | June 29 – July 2 | Proceeding as Planned |
| Belin-Blank Fellowship Program | June 21 – 26 | Proceeding as Planned |
| Blank Summer Institute | June 22 – 26 | Proceeding as Planned |
| Bucksbaum Academy Information Day | March 24 | Proceeding as Planned |
| Bucksbaum Academy Information Day | April 28 | Proceeding as Planned |
| Chautauqua I | July 5 – July 11 | Proceeding as Planned |
| Chautauqua II | July 12 – July 18 | Proceeding as Planned |
| I-Excel test date at Belin-Blank Center | June 11 | Proceeding as Planned |
| Invent Iowa State Invention Competition | April 20 | Proceeding as Planned |
| Javits-TICE Professional Development | June 15 – 16 | Proceeding as Planned |
| Junior Scholars Academy – Session 1 | June 15 – 19 | Proceeding as Planned |
| Junior Scholars Academy – Session 2 | June 22 – 26 | Proceeding as Planned |
| Junior Scholars Academy – Session 3 | July 6 – 10 | Proceeding as Planned |
| Junior Scholars Academy – Session 4 | July 13 – 17 | Proceeding as Planned |
| National Invention Convention | June 3 – 5 | Proceeding as Planned |
| National JSHS | April 15 – 19 | Under Review |
| Perry Research Scholars Institute | July 6 – 17 | Proceeding as Planned |
| Secondary Student Training Program | June 17 – July 24 | Proceeding as Planned |
| STEM Excellence Professional Development | June 9 – 10 | Proceeding as Planned |
| Summer Art Residency | July 6 – 24 | Proceeding as Planned |
| Summer Writing Residency | July 6 – 24 | Proceeding as Planned |
| Summit on the Neuroscience of Twice Exceptionality | July 20 – 21 | Proceeding as Planned |
Assessment & Counseling Clinic
In order to maintain the health and safety of our staff and clients, please contact us to reschedule if you or your child are ill, if you have known exposure to COVID-19, or if you have recently traveled to a location with a high rate of COVID-19 (as defined by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention). We will work with you to ensure your rescheduled appointment occurs as soon as possible. If you are planning to travel by airplane for the evaluation, you may also consider rescheduling your child’s appointment to reduce risk of exposure.
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