Uploaded October 2021 | Updated September 2026, 3 hours ago

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John S. Westefeld knows all too well the importance of suicide awareness and prevention. A close friend of John's committed suicide many years ago—an event that played a significant role in John's career choice.

Learn more about him: foriowa.org/daa/daa-profile.php?namer=true&profileid=591

About the University of Iowa Distinguished Alumni Awards: Since 1963, the University of Iowa has annually recognized accomplished alumni and friends with Distinguished Alumni Awards. Awards are presented in seven categories: Achievement, Service, Hickerson Recognition, Faculty, Staff, Recent Graduate, and Friend of the University. See a full list of past recipients and learn more about the awards: foriowa.org/daa