The University of Iowa Eight Over 80 Award honors Iowa alumni, age 80 and over, who embody the Hawkeye spirit of achievement and continue to help others. The University of Iowa Center for Advancement and its co-presenter, the Barbara and Richard Csomay Center for Gerontological Excellence, would like to congratulate our 2026 Eight Over 80 Award Winners:
John Diehl (64BBA, 69JD)
Professionally and personally, John Diehl has made an indelible impact while working for the common good. He pioneered the field of health law and health care legislation and further demonstrates his impassioned leadership through his service to the University of Iowa, his municipality, and nonprofits.