The department’s long time administrative assistant Robin Burns retired following the Adler Luncheon May 2024. Robin started part time in 2006, moving to full time shortly after that. Robin performed many jobs for the department, always with a smile and a can-do attitude. What brought her the most joy was interacting with and providing support for our students; decorating the office for homecoming or the holidays; and planning events that provided food, like the Pre-Finals Stress Relief week. She also worked closely with our graduate students during the admissions process, helping so many as they transitioned to life in Iowa City. We are especially proud of her work offering support to our international students who were adjusting to life in an American university. Robin plans to continue to work with the University’s international student cohort in her retirement.

All of us in Religious Studies wish her the very best!