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Returning to School
By Megan on January 17, 2023
Returning to School
Returning to school for a second semester after a month back at home (or at least away from campus) is a startling change. I got so comfortable at home that... read more 》
Housing 2: Let's Eat!
By Iowa Admissions on January 11, 2023
Housing 2: Let's Eat!
Welcome to Part two of our three-part series on housing! Find Part one here. While we're not Burger King, you can still have it your way! There are amazing dining options... read more 》
How I'm Spending Winter Break
By Aubrianna on December 29, 2022
How I'm Spending Winter Break
How I’m Spending my Winter Break Winter break during your college years is very different from any other school break you’ve experienced in the past. In high school, at least for... read more 》
Semester Favorites
By Aubrianna on December 28, 2022
Semester Favorites
My First Semester Favorites I recently finished up my first semester of college and am excited to share some of my favorite moments. Navigating your first semester as a college student... read more 》
Housing 1: West Side, Best Side?
By Iowa Admissions on December 23, 2022
Housing 1: West Side, Best Side?
Welcome to a three-part series on housing at the University of Iowa! Is the west side really the best side? Will the east side catch your eye? Let's talk about the... read more 》
Semester Recap and My Advice
By Kyla on December 22, 2022
Semester Recap and My Advice
I feel like I just moved into my dorm last week, but here I am, writing to you with one semester under my belt. I did, in fact, survive my... read more 》
Reflections on First Semester
By Megan on December 19, 2022
Reflections on First Semester
The transition from high school to college life is... unique. Any and all of your old habits and lifestyles can change, from living situations, academic difficulty, friendships... But I wouldn't... read more 》
Finding Relief After Finals
By Kelsey on December 19, 2022
Finding Relief After Finals
No matter how hard I seem to study or prepare for finals, I am always exhausted after they are over. Many students feel this way because of the emotional tax... read more 》
My Top 7 Moments This Semester
By Elana on December 13, 2022
My Top 7 Moments This Semester
Hey guys! The end of the semester is finally here! If I close my eyes, it feels like yesterday that I was just moving back into the dorms as a sophomore... read more 》
My Christmas Wishlist (after spending a semester in the dorms)
By Kailey on December 12, 2022
My Christmas Wishlist (after spending a semester in the dorms)
The holiday season has arrived, and now that I'm away at college, everything I would want for Christmas revolves around my life here, so I figured I'd let everyone in... read more 》
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