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.
Iowa Winter Essentials
Welcome back to campus!
We are now back into our Spring Semester here at Iowa. While it might not be the season of spring yet, here are some things future students... read more 》
The Dining Hall Debate
Today I will address a very serious and controversial matter: which University of Iowa dining hall is the best?
You may hear the propaganda online that Hillcrest is superior to both... read more 》
Bon Appétit!
When you come to the University of Iowa, you have a lot of choices to make about your diet: what, when, where, and how. There are three dining halls: Catlett,... read more 》
Which Iowa Dining Hall Are You, Based on Your Aesthetic?
A highly scientific analysis based on vibes, not nutrition facts.
At the University of Iowa, dining halls are more than places to grab food. They’re personality hotspots. Each one has its... read more 》
A "Normal" College Day As a Hawkeye
Hello Everyone,
I hope your day is going well. But today I am going to give you a little look into a busy day in college. Everyone’s schedule is different, but... read more 》
Semester 6 as a Hawkeye
Hello Everyone,
Semester 2 of junior year means I am starting my 6th semester of college. Some days it doesn't feel like it's real. When you get as far into college... read more 》
Fighting the Winter Illness
Hey Hawks! As we move further into winter, illnesses tend to spread more, and unfortunately, I’ve already experienced that firsthand this semester. Getting sick while living on campus isn’t fun,... read more 》
Where I Go Between Classes (Weird Time Gaps Between Classes)
This semester, I am taking 18 semester hours, and it can be a lot. Part of this busy schedule also means I have classes all day, and a lot of... read more 》
Iowa Winters: Must Haves for Surviving the Cold ❄️
Hey Hawks! We’re officially in the middle of winter, so I figured I’d share everything I’ve learned about surviving the freezing cold here in Iowa. Back home, I don’t remember... read more 》
An Ohio Odyssey Back
On January 17, I returned to the icy clutches of the Midwest. Whatever rejuvenation the break at home had given me was quickly stripped away during the drive from Virginia... read more 》