Follow University of Iowa students and university staff as they blog about their Iowa experience. Check out the most recent posts below, or visit their individual blogs.
What I Eat in a Day at the University of Iowa

Worried about staying healthy in college? Or just curious what the University of Iowa dining hall has to offer? Here’s everything I eat in a day as a freshman - check... read more 》
How To: Move to college

Hello, my dear readers! This is my first Experience Iowa! blog and the first installation of my How To: series! My goal is to share tips and tricks I pick... read more 》
Mom I'm Sick

It happens to the very best of us. No matter how much we try to avoid it, or how frequently you wash your hands, EVEN if you cover your mouth... read more 》
From Blank Walls to a Cozy Corner

Hey, Future Hawks! Moving somewhere new can be overwhelming, but so can moving into a new space. This process can feel exciting and overwhelming at the same time, and that's... read more 》
Why Iowa? How I Found My College

Hey Future Hawkeyes! I know exactly how overwhelming the college process is; I've been there. When I started looking at schools, I had no idea where I wanted to be,... read more 》
Meeting New People: What to Expect

One of my biggest fears going into college was how I'd make friends. I was terrified of being out of state, thinking I wouldn't be able to meet anyone without... read more 》
Back in Black and Gold: My On Iowa! week in Review

Greetings Readers- Today, I would like to tell you about On Iowa! week!
On Iowa! week was the first week after moving in when freshmen had the opportunity to attend fun... read more 》
My Tips for Making the Most of Welcome Week

Move in on Monday if you can.
I highly recommend moving in on Monday instead of Saturday or Sunday. The weekend move-in days are very hectic. There are limited parking spaces,... read more 》
Settling In

As the second week of the semester comes to a close, I would like to take some time to reflect on my first few weeks here as a new Hawkeye... read more 》
The World Doesn't Hate You, It's Just After 9PM

Give yourself some grace.
In the simplest terms, that's what I'm here to tell you.
College in itself is inherently such an anxiety-provoking experience, and it can feel isolating and overwhelming for... read more 》