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.
It's a Hawkeye Summer
As the song goes, “There’s a hundred and four days of summer vacation ‘til school comes along just to end it. So the annual problem for our generation is finding... read more 》
Ready for Orientation? Three steps to prepare
Hey Future Hawkeyes!
We're so excited to have you arriving on campus soon! Before we get there, though, let's talk about Orientation this year. As you know, there are two components... read more 》
10 Positive Affirmations for Finals Week
Hey Hawkeyes! It is almost the most stressful week of the semester, so take a few minutes to remind yourself:
You can get through this, you have before.
You are... read more 》
How to Adjust to Life on a Big Campus
One of the best parts about the University of Iowa is how big the campus is. But depending on the person, that might also be the scariest part about UI.... read more 》
Finding Balance In Busy Times
With exam season present, finals approaching, summer imminent, move-out soon, work shifts never-ending, and those random to-do tasks all on one's mind, how does one do it all?
I am used... read more 》
What Dorm Life Has Taught Me
I had a moment of realization the other day that my freshman year is slowly coming to an end. It’s bittersweet. While I can’t wait for my finals to be... read more 》
10 Books I Read My Second Semester of College and Whether or Not They're Worth It
Hey guys!!!
Finals are right around the corner, and I don't know about you, but I'm starting to feel the pressure! I lucked out this semester that most of my finals... read more 》
Why I Chose Iowa
The first question people ask me when I say I’m from New Jersey is, “what made you want to come to Iowa?” Initially, I wasn’t expecting to be asked that... read more 》
Walk It Out: Stage Fright, Sword Fights, and September Finite
When the music began, I was hiding in the darkness with a katana in my hand. Crouching low, just underneath the white streak of the spotlights and the staircase leading... read more 》
A Weekend (Outside) of the University of Iowa
Hello Hawkeyes, I recently had a weekend trip from the University of Iowa to St. Louis, Missouri. I wanted to share with you how you can take a weekend getaway... read more 》