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items: The Final Stretch – Resources on Campus to Help Chug Along!
items: A second semester update!
items: Another amazing semester, in the books!
items: More coffee, please!
items: My Christmas Wishlist as a College Sophomore!
items: Things To Do During Your Thanksgiving Break!
items: My Favorite Studying Spots at Iowa
items: Involvement on Campus – Sophomore Year!
items: Home Sweet Home!
items: Iowa City, I Missed You & Glad I Stuck With It!

The Final Stretch – Resources on Campus to Help Chug Along!
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creator: Lizbeth
date: 2019-07-11T13:10:07Z
subject: General
description: Here we go, the last two weeks of classes and a week of finals. I will officially be done with sophomore year in three short weeks – time flies at the University of Iowa. While it brings me relief to finally be done with another semester, it also makes me a little sad that I’ll … Continue reading The Final Stretch – Resources on Campus to Help Chug Along!
encoded: Here we go, the last two weeks of classes and a week of finals. I will officially be done with sophomore year in three short weeks – time flies at the University of Iowa. While it brings me relief to finally be done with another semester, it also makes me a little sad that I’ll be saying goodbye to my city for another summer. As these last few weeks come around, I wanted to remind everyone of a few of the resources provided at Iowa to help out with this final stretch. This time of the year is both busy and laid-back. . . it’s such a confusing time. While I don’t have as much homework anymore, I do have to begin studying for finals. It’s all about time management and self-discipline which isn’t always easy to manage. Here are a few resources at the University of Iowa that have helped and will continue to help me. Don’t forget to take advantage of all the things offered to us here! Group Fitness Classes @ Recreation Center If you’re a student, you can automatically participate in FREE fitness classes offered at the rec center. There is a variety of options from zumba, yoga sculpting, cardio/strength intervals, cycling, and much much more. Grab a friend and participate in a class. They don’t last longer than an hour, it’s led by great people, and they’re so much fun to be a part of. This not only serves as a great study break, but you’re also keeping active and healthy! <img fetchpriority="high" decoding="async" class=" wp-image-340 aligncenter" src="http://blog.admissions.uiowa.edu/lizbeth/files/2019/04/Screen-Shot-2019-04-20-at-7.42.53-PM-300x77.png" alt="" width="456" height="117" srcset="https://blog.admissions.uiowa.edu/lizbeth/files/2019/04/Screen-Shot-2019-04-20-at-7.42.53-PM-300x77.png 300w, https://blog.admissions.uiowa.edu/lizbeth/files/2019/04/Screen-Shot-2019-04-20-at-7.42.53-PM-768x198.png 768w, https://blog.admissions.uiowa.edu/lizbeth/files/2019/04/Screen-Shot-2019-04-20-at-7.42.53-PM.png 800w" sizes="(max-width: 456px) 100vw, 456px" /> University Counse…

A second semester update!
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creator: Lizbeth
date: 2019-03-26T13:34:41Z
subject: General
description: Hi guys! It’s been a LONG time since I’ve written – both on here and my personal blog. 🙁 (Which I hope to launch soon! I’ll try adding the link here in a later blog if you want to check that out too.) Life gets crazy, and boy have I been busy! I haven’t forgotten … Continue reading A second semester update!
encoded: Hi guys! It’s been a LONG time since I’ve written – both on here and my personal blog. (Which I hope to launch soon! I’ll try adding the link here in a later blog if you want to check that out too.) Life gets crazy, and boy have I been busy! I haven’t forgotten you guys though. I’m still here and will continue to be and hopefully my experiences can help you out too – just the way others’ Experience Iowa blogs have helped me (and still do, haha). Since last writing, A LOT has changed. I feel like a new human! CommUnity certified Crisis Line volunteer Last semester I was accepted into a volunteer program that I am super passionate about! Through CommUnity, I was able to become a certified suicide prevention counselor. The training was long but every moment was more impactful than the last, & it was one of the most eye-opening things I’d ever completed. I was able to become ASIST certified and can now communicate with individuals all over the United States and help them through a crisis. It is such an amazing program, and if you’re at all interested you can do some research on it because the demand of volunteers is growing! I promise, it is a volunteer program you will not regret committing to. UI Pen Pal program Iowa City is my second home and I felt a desire to connect with my community more, so I applied for a super neat program called the UI Pen Pal program. You first fill out a mini survey about yourself, and the people in the Center for Diversity and Enrichment match you with a young kid in middle school that’s similar to you. Basically, I get to communicate with my “buddy” through letters, then get to spend a whole day with her sometime in April! You’re not only being a friend, but a role model as well. This isn’t just a fun program to be a part of, but it looks amazing on resumes & you really do learn a bit about yourself through the process. <img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="size-medium wp-image-336 aligncenter" src="http://blog.admissions.uiowa.edu/…

Another amazing semester, in the books!
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creator: Lizbeth
date: 2018-12-17T14:12:59Z
subject: General
description: I survived yet another semester here at the University of Iowa! The two weeks leading up to finals and the week of finals is a crazy, crazy, crazy time. Trust me, you’re not the only one that thought they were losing their mind. But guess what. . . we did it. This year I am so … Continue reading Another amazing semester, in the books!
encoded: I survived yet another semester here at the University of Iowa! The two weeks leading up to finals and the week of finals is a crazy, crazy, crazy time. Trust me, you’re not the only one that thought they were losing their mind. But guess what. . . we did it. This year I am so very thankful for everything that happened. Although I’ll admit it isn’t my favorite out of the three semesters I’ve had here, it’s definitely one packed with memories. It was a lot easier than last year’s fall semester, but it still brought along its own challenges and learning experiences. Secret is, every semester will. I learned a lot about myself yet again, made a couple new amazing friends, and completed all of my gen ed’s! <img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-323" src="http://blog.admissions.uiowa.edu/lizbeth/files/2018/12/IMG_9999-169x300.jpg" alt="" width="169" height="300" srcset="https://blog.admissions.uiowa.edu/lizbeth/files/2018/12/IMG_9999-169x300.jpg 169w, https://blog.admissions.uiowa.edu/lizbeth/files/2018/12/IMG_9999.jpg 450w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 169px) 100vw, 169px" /> <img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-324" src="http://blog.admissions.uiowa.edu/lizbeth/files/2018/12/IMG_1437-169x300.jpg" alt="" width="169" height="300" srcset="https://blog.admissions.uiowa.edu/lizbeth/files/2018/12/IMG_1437-169x300.jpg 169w, https://blog.admissions.uiowa.edu/lizbeth/files/2018/12/IMG_1437.jpg 451w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 169px) 100vw, 169px" /> <img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-326" src="http://blog.admissions.uiowa.edu/lizbeth/files/2018/12/IMG_2141-219x300.jpg" alt="" width="219" height="300" srcset="https://blog.admissions.uiowa.edu/lizbeth/files/2018/12/IMG_2141-219x300.jpg 219w, https://blog.admissions.uiowa.edu/lizbeth/files/2018/12/IMG_2141.jpg 583w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 219px) 100vw, 219px" /> This semester taught me that in order to sustain friendships …

More coffee, please!
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creator: Lizbeth
date: 2018-12-11T14:44:58Z
subject: General
description: There are so many hidden gems here in Iowa City. From small gift shops, rooftop restaurants, and my favorite – coffee shops! Iowa City has so many, and luckily I’ve been able to check most of them out. Coffee shops are my favorite places to study, catch up with friends, or even grab a quick … Continue reading More coffee, please!
encoded: There are so many hidden gems here in Iowa City. From small gift shops, rooftop restaurants, and my favorite – coffee shops! Iowa City has so many, and luckily I’ve been able to check most of them out. Coffee shops are my favorite places to study, catch up with friends, or even grab a quick coffee if I know I’ll need to caffeine kick for the day. These are just some of my favorite coffee places you can check out here in our favorite place, Iowa City. The High Ground Cafe This coffee shop is a little off campus, but it’s definitely worth the walk. The wifi will never let you down, the staff is super friendly, and the large window-walls make for a great view of the city. Although their drinks aren’t my favorite, the sandwiches there are to die for. I recommend any panini – they throw in a huge side of chips. Every person I’ve met there is super friendly and will strike up a conversation. I love the atmosphere! <img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-280" src="http://blog.admissions.uiowa.edu/lizbeth/files/2018/10/Screen-Shot-2018-10-27-at-5.04.43-PM-300x197.png" alt="" width="300" height="197" srcset="https://blog.admissions.uiowa.edu/lizbeth/files/2018/10/Screen-Shot-2018-10-27-at-5.04.43-PM-300x197.png 300w, https://blog.admissions.uiowa.edu/lizbeth/files/2018/10/Screen-Shot-2018-10-27-at-5.04.43-PM-768x504.png 768w, https://blog.admissions.uiowa.edu/lizbeth/files/2018/10/Screen-Shot-2018-10-27-at-5.04.43-PM.png 800w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /> <img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-281" src="http://blog.admissions.uiowa.edu/lizbeth/files/2018/10/Screen-Shot-2018-10-27-at-5.04.29-PM-202x300.png" alt="" width="202" height="300" srcset="https://blog.admissions.uiowa.edu/lizbeth/files/2018/10/Screen-Shot-2018-10-27-at-5.04.29-PM-202x300.png 202w, https://blog.admissions.uiowa.edu/lizbeth/files/2018/10/Screen-Shot-2018-10-27-at-5.04.29-PM.png 539w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 202px…

My Christmas Wishlist as a College Sophomore!
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creator: Lizbeth
date: 2018-12-10T14:03:36Z
subject: General
description: The holiday season is right in front of us which means the last few days of classes, finals, and eventually break! It’s so close yet so far away. As I take study breaks I started composing my Christmas wishlist, and I hope to bring some ideas if you’re stuck on what to ask Santa for … Continue reading My Christmas Wishlist as a College Sophomore!
encoded: The holiday season is right in front of us which means the last few days of classes, finals, and eventually break! It’s so close yet so far away. As I take study breaks I started composing my Christmas wishlist, and I hope to bring some ideas if you’re stuck on what to ask Santa for this year! Powerbeats Last year I asked for wireless Beats and I use them whenever I study or just relax in my room. However, I don’t like wearing them when I walk around campus or workout. I love the fact that they’re wireless, and this year the very top thing on my list is a smaller version of my wireless Beats – the Power Beats. They’re small, wireless, and super cute. They would come in handy so often, that at this point I consider it a need more than a want. <img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="size-medium wp-image-306 aligncenter" src="http://blog.admissions.uiowa.edu/lizbeth/files/2018/12/Screen-Shot-2018-12-03-at-9.46.48-AM-300x274.png" alt="" width="300" height="274" srcset="https://blog.admissions.uiowa.edu/lizbeth/files/2018/12/Screen-Shot-2018-12-03-at-9.46.48-AM-300x274.png 300w, https://blog.admissions.uiowa.edu/lizbeth/files/2018/12/Screen-Shot-2018-12-03-at-9.46.48-AM-768x701.png 768w, https://blog.admissions.uiowa.edu/lizbeth/files/2018/12/Screen-Shot-2018-12-03-at-9.46.48-AM.png 800w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /> Laptop Bag / Case Iowa weather is wildly unpredictable. The worst thing that 99% of college students experience is wet materials/notebooks/books after walking through the rain. Granted most backpacks are zipped, they still get the somewhat wet. A good laptop bag/case is high on my list since I can’t afford my laptop getting damaged due to rain. A brand I can always rely on for electronic protection is THULE. <img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-307" src="http://blog.admissions.uiowa.edu/lizbeth/files/2018/12/Screen-Shot-2018-12-03-at-9.49.05-AM-300x213.png" alt="" width="300" height="213" srcset="…

Things To Do During Your Thanksgiving Break!
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creator: Lizbeth
date: 2018-12-10T14:02:38Z
subject: General
description: Thanksgiving Break is right around the corner and fortunately enough, Iowa gives a whole week off of classes. Since I live so far away from home that it’s not even worth going home for a simple weekend, I look forward to these breaks so much. I know the week at home will fly by but … Continue reading Things To Do During Your Thanksgiving Break!
encoded: Thanksgiving Break is right around the corner and fortunately enough, Iowa gives a whole week off of classes. Since I live so far away from home that it’s not even worth going home for a simple weekend, I look forward to these breaks so much. I know the week at home will fly by but I made a list of things I want to do at home to make the most of it. Here are some ideas that you can consider doing too for the week you get off! Eat a big home-cooked meal with your whole family As a sophomore, I no longer get the luxury of simply swiping my HawkID card and have access to hot meals. If I want to eat something good, I have to cook. It’s literally such a drag that most nights I end up eating cereal or eggs. I already sent my mamma a big list of meals I want her to make when I’m home – enjoy those home cooked meals as much as you can! Go on a simple outing with your siblings At some point it hits you that you don’t talk to your siblings everyday while you’re at college. You look back to all the days you swore you’d never miss them and laugh, because you miss them so much. Spend time with your siblings and catch up! Life is crazy and it keeps going even when you’re away. Soak up all the family time you can. Grab all the blankets laying around and spend a whole day watching movies You’ve been studying and doing homework for the past how many weeks? Enjoy your time off and just be lazy. You honestly probably deserve it. Although I know some people study and catch up on homework during breaks, don’t forget that it’s a break. You deserve time off. Catch up with your hometown friends at least one night I don’t talk to many people from home anymore, but for those that I still do, I know they’re genuine friends. They have stuck with me through high school and you can’t forget them! At one point they were with you everyday and if you maintain your friendships with some of them after graduating, I think that screams pure friendship. Go to a coffee shop and simply get organized for t…

My Favorite Studying Spots at Iowa
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creator: Lizbeth
date: 2018-10-29T13:45:22Z
subject: General
description: Midterm season is killing me – and it’s not even over for me yet. I’m taking a study break right now to write about a few of my favorite study spots on campus! The amount of time, commitment, and effort you have to put in during this time is straining. I’m not going to lie, … Continue reading My Favorite Studying Spots at Iowa
encoded: Midterm season is killing me – and it’s not even over for me yet. I’m taking a study break right now to write about a few of my favorite study spots on campus! The amount of time, commitment, and effort you have to put in during this time is straining. I’m not going to lie, I think it’s baloney that a majority of classes rely heavily on tests scores but it is what it is. All you can do it study study study and hope you rock all your tests. Midterm season is hard! If you feel yourself drowning take a step back and know that it’s all going to work out in the end. One bad test won’t determine your definite grade for that class. Take it from me, I’ve failed two tests my time here at Iowa. The best thing to get you started in your studying routine is to find your spot! Here are just a few of my favorite places to study around campus, and I hope you enjoy them just as much if you ever decide to check them out. The Java House Basically my second home – literally. If my friends can’t get a hold of me the first spot they check is always Java because I turn off my phone when I’m studying. The biggest distraction when studying is your phone. You get notifications, feel the urge to scroll through social media platforms, and honestly just mess around. The most important piece of advice I can give in this post is to turn off all forms of notifications. Even if it’s just for 30 minutes! A little chunk of pure focus is going to benefit you so much more than hours of studying while being distracted. Java has such a soothing atmosphere that it makes focusing easy. The playlists they play are always amazing and the staff is so friendly. The only downside with Java is that sometimes the wifi crashes and it’s always full! So many people love it. <img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="size-medium wp-image-274 aligncenter" src="http://blog.admissions.uiowa.edu/lizbeth/files/2018/10/IMG_1027-169x300.png" alt="" width="169" height="300" srcset="https://blog.admissions.uiowa.edu/lizbeth…

Involvement on Campus – Sophomore Year!
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creator: Lizbeth
date: 2018-10-15T15:24:48Z
subject: General
description: The University of Iowa is big! There are so many activities, clubs, and organizations you can be a part of. It might be tricky to choose just the right ones, but in the end you find the ones you love. As a freshman, I made sure to get involved not only to start building my … Continue reading Involvement on Campus – Sophomore Year!
encoded: The University of Iowa is big! There are so many activities, clubs, and organizations you can be a part of. It might be tricky to choose just the right ones, but in the end you find the ones you love. As a freshman, I made sure to get involved not only to start building my resume right away, but to find organizations that can both teach me and help me grow as an individual. Here are just a few organizations I’m a part of, & I hope you find yours too! The Odyssey Blogging In a far future, I hope to publish my own book on psychology and counseling services – and what better way than to start getting published as an undergrad in college? The Odyssey allows me to write whatever I want, in whichever way I want, and still be published. It not only helps me reflect on past experiences, but it allows me to grow as a writer and editor. <img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class=" wp-image-269 aligncenter" src="http://blog.admissions.uiowa.edu/lizbeth/files/2018/10/Screen-Shot-2018-10-12-at-1.59.38-PM-300x294.png" alt="" width="241" height="236" srcset="https://blog.admissions.uiowa.edu/lizbeth/files/2018/10/Screen-Shot-2018-10-12-at-1.59.38-PM-300x294.png 300w, https://blog.admissions.uiowa.edu/lizbeth/files/2018/10/Screen-Shot-2018-10-12-at-1.59.38-PM.png 464w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 241px) 100vw, 241px" /> Iowa Student Psychology Association Through ISPA, I am able to participate on hands-on activities that will help me down the road in both my education and career. There are many research opportunities offered and workshops in resume and cover letter building. Honestly anything that can help me get a head start in the game is something that I highly encourage for any field! Her Campus Iowa This organization allows me to connect with the community around me and other strong females as well! It allows me to grow my circle of connections and learn how to market myself and my work. This club has brought me many friendships and fun, new experiences! <img loading="lazy" decod…

Home Sweet Home!
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creator: Lizbeth
date: 2018-10-02T13:12:05Z
subject: General
description: As an incoming freshman, I thought living in the dorms would give me ultimate freedom. Wrong. Yes it’s a whole lot less strict than living with parents, but there are still so many rules. You have to be conscious about your neighbors, cordial to your roommate, and follow any rules your RA has along with the … Continue reading Home Sweet Home!
encoded: As an incoming freshman, I thought living in the dorms would give me ultimate freedom. Wrong. Yes it’s a whole lot less strict than living with parents, but there are still so many rules. You have to be conscious about your neighbors, cordial to your roommate, and follow any rules your RA has along with the hallway quiet hours. With freshman year out of the way, it was finally time to get the type of freedom I always craved. Apartment/house hunting is a tricky task. There’s a lot of things you have to take into consideration when choosing which place you’re going to call “home” next. Here’s a list of things both my roommates and I took into consideration when choosing our new home, and we hope it helps you guys too! Always look at price first If you’re a super broke college student who still heavily relies on their parent (guilty as charged) it’s super important to take into consideration the price tags that come with the units. I worked all summer long to save up money for rent, but it still won’t be enough to cover the whole year, which is when your parents step in. It’s important for them to agree with the budget and prices if they’re going to be helping you out – or even if you’re doing it on your own! You don’t want something that will be too much on you. . . . But don’t hold back to looking at “nicer” places At first, my roommates and I avoided looking at anything that was considerably nicer, solely for the purpose of saving money. However, if you get an extra roommate or two, the price per month drops for everyone which makes the “nicer” places affordable! Look at the location of the place If you’re anything like me, you probably won’t want to sign a lease somewhere off in Coralville but you also don’t want to sign a lease right on top of a busy restaurant/bar downtown. Location is essential. You have to make sure you’re in a place you’ll be comfortable coming to and from campus, and in a “safer” neighborhood. . . .But remember that the closer to campus, the …

Iowa City, I Missed You & Glad I Stuck With It!
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creator: Lizbeth
date: 2018-09-17T13:40:16Z
subject: General
description: If you would’ve asked me exactly a year ago if I was going to stay at Iowa, I would have looked at you (probably cried) and said I wanted to transfer to a college near home. I was home sick, confused about my major, and overwhelmed by the difference in both the community and size … Continue reading Iowa City, I Missed You & Glad I Stuck With It!
encoded: If you would’ve asked me exactly a year ago if I was going to stay at Iowa, I would have looked at you (probably cried) and said I wanted to transfer to a college near home. I was home sick, confused about my major, and overwhelmed by the difference in both the community and size of the city. BUT – I stuck it out. I stayed. And honestly, it was one of the best decisions I could’ve possibly made. Iowa City is my home! Freshman year is tricky. You’re excited to go to college, relocate, and practically begin a new life, but nobody tells you about all the “bleh” things that come with it. Nobody really talks about the jittery feeling walking into your first big lecture, the uneasy thoughts wondering if you’ll make a lot of friends or not, and the sadness that sometimes succumbs over as you think about how much you miss home. Nobody really talks about these things because it’s uncomfortable, it’s not a fun topic to think about. Freshman year is harder for some than others. Sometimes you wonder why everyone else seems like they’re having the time of their lives and you’re over here stressing out on the inside. Thing is, it’s all a little overwhelming and challenging at times – but you aren’t alone. There are probably more students that feel the exact same way you are than you think. Even now, as a sophomore, I went into a funk for three days because I didn’t feel right. Something felt off. . . but I soon realized that it was just the adjustment. As I left to go back home my freshman year, I cried on the way home. I didn’t want to say bye to the city I fell in love with. Yet, coming back this year I cried as I left home. I didn’t want to say bye to the little town that I grew up in, where my family and puppy were. It’s hard! It’s challenging! In the end, however, it all turns out to be okay. You’re going to readjust, and soon enough you’re going to fall in love with Iowa City the way I did. Just know that it can take two days, two weeks, even two months to adjust. You’re al…