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.
A College Students Guide to Surviving Dead Week and Finals Week

End of the Year
It's that time of the year again, the week before finals, and finals week is coming. When you see this post it will be after I've taken... read more 》
End of First Year

I'm all moved out of my room and back in Dubuque, and I can't believe how quickly this year flew by. It feels like just yesterday we started OnIowa! and... read more 》
My Top 6 Moments This Semester!

Hi everyone!
I am T-minus 48 hours before I leave Iowa City and head back home to New York for the summer. I don't know about you guys, but I'm looking... read more 》
Finals Week Fun at the IMU!

Finals are a stressful time in college, but you have to keep your head on straight by helping yourself take a mental break. At the Iowa Memorial Union (IMU) there... read more 》
Things to do in Iowa City

With the year winding down, I figured I'd write a list of the things I've most enjoyed doing in Iowa City. These are especially fun to do with family when... read more 》
What you'll actually need in the dorms

I can still vividly remember this time last year when I was scouring Tiktok for things that I would need to buy for a dorm room. If you are in... read more 》
You're Coming To Iowa: How to choose a roommate

As a freshman, living in the dorms is a one-of-a-kind experience. It has its ups and downs of course, but it will create memories that last a lifetime. It took... read more 》
First Year Coming To An End

End of Year
You know what time it is, the first year is ending. It was a good ride but it also meant many stressful things arose. This post will discuss... read more 》
My Search for the Best Study Spaces

Now that the year is coming to a close, I figured I would share some of the study spots I've been to. The things I've been considering when looking for... read more 》
Things no one tells you

After almost a whole school year here at Iowa, I've had to figure some things out by myself because no one really told me. Or maybe they did tell me... read more 》