
Sophomore honors student majoring in microbiology on the pre-medicine track from the small town of Riverton, Illinois. The University of Iowa caught her attention because of the amazing pre-medicine program they offer as well as the social environment in and around campus.

First-year student from New York, New York studying English and Creative Writing on the publishing track. She decided to come to Iowa for the great writing opportunities and the Iowa Writers LLC.

I grew up in a small town just 30 minutes down south from Iowa City so I like to spend my time up here a lot in my free time. I love to read, write, play video games, and have fun with my friends.

I’m a first-year student from Peoria, Illinois. I’m majoring in Elementary Education. I have a passion for teaching and working with children. I like listening to music, hanging out with friends, and baking.

Hi! I’m Mia, and I’m a freshman from Seattle majoring in nursing! I like ice skating and listening to music, and I also like hanging out with my friends!

Hello, my name is Rose. I play the piano, guitar, uke, and I sing. I am a huge Taylor Swift fan. If I am not busy with friends or school I am writing music and hope someday I can put it out in the world but for now, I am getting my major in Music Therapy.

I’m a first-year student from Naperville, Illinois, pursuing a major in Business. In my free time, I enjoy reading, thrifting, and hanging out with friends.

Hello! My name is Solenn Vincent and I am majoring in English/Creative Writing: Publishing pursuing a minor in French! I enjoy reading, writing, going on walks, spending time with friends, and dreaming of story ideas.

My name is Diya Kothari and I’m a freshman at the University of Iowa. I’m all the way from India and right now, I’m an open major. I decided to go to Iowa because I wanted the true college experience while also being close to a big city like Chicago. In my free time, I enjoy reading, practicing yoga, meeting new people, and going to farmer’s markets.

My name is Sylene and I am from Marion, Iowa. I will be studying accounting as a direct admit student in the Tippie College of Business.

Hi! I’m a first-year studying Neuroscience and French. While I grew up in this town, I’m excited to experience and share all the new opportunities that the UofI has to offer. I hope to someday become a neurologist.

My name is Sammie Swafford, and I am a Sophomore at the University of Iowa! I am from Northbrook, Illinois, which is a suburb north of Chicago. I am passionate about helping other transfer students and helping students find their home here in Iowa City.