Csomay Center

In this episode of the "Embracing the Journey of Aging" podcast, Jennifer Jones, Optimal Aging Program Coordinator, interviews Rene Gadelha. We will learn about Rene's work with Ace Handyman and her goal to help people age in place.

Jane Roth has deep roots in Iowa, but her life experience extends beyond the Hawkeye State. Her parents are University of Iowa graduates: her mother, Bernice “Bunny” Weede Havlicek (40GN), was born and raised in Bloomfield, Iowa, and was president of her nursing class and secretary of student government when Nile Kinnick (40BA) was president. Her dad, Frank Havlicek (48BSPE), is the man behind the face of the university mascot, having spearheaded efforts to create the first University of Iowa mascot, which became known as Herky. Jane has cemented the legacy of her parents through her philanthropy to the university.

In this episode of the "Embracing the Journey of Aging" podcast, Dr. Harleah Buck, director of the Csomay Center, interviews Kay Weiler. We learn about Kay Weiler's journey from a young girl to her current role as an active volunteer in the nursing field. Additionally, Kay credits her lifelong learning for her extensive knowledge.