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.
My Journey to Landing a Research Job at Iowa
I recently landed a paid research position at Iowa, and you may assume it happened quickly or easily. In reality, it was anything but.For weeks, I was applying to everything.... read more 》
College Girls and The "College Aesthetic"
Hello everyone,
I love college, and I have enjoyed my college experience. But today I am going to give you some insight into what the college aesthetic actually is, and what... read more 》
A Perfect Two-Day Iowa City Itinerary
Whether you’re coming to Iowa City for a campus visit or just to check out the vibes, we’ve created a two-day itinerary that covers it all.
Day 1: Downtown + Campus... read more 》
Fuel Good IC Review
If you’re looking to switch up your usual campus drink routine, there’s a new place worth checking out: Fuel Good IC. It’s located on Van Buren Street, and from Currier... read more 》
Winning in (folk) Style
A few months ago, I wrote a blog about getting an “(ankle) pick-me-up” from a Big Ten wrestling match. Last weekend, I once again returned to Carver Hawkeye-Arena to see... read more 》
A Love Letter to Iowa
Happy Valentine’s Day, Hawkeyes!
In the spirit of Cupid, I’m taking a quick moment to share my affection for the University of Iowa. I have written multiple blogs complaining about the... read more 》
If Your Academic College Was a Coffee, This Is What It’d Be
Choosing an academic college at Iowa isn’t just about a major. It’s about how you learn, how you think, and what your day-to-day academic life looks like. If those differences... read more 》
A Weekend in My Life
Hello all!
Here is a glimpse of a weekend in my life:
Friday:
Worked all morning as a tour guide in Admissions
Grabbed lunch with fellow tour guide Kiana
Had a meeting... read more 》
Second Semester Scaries and How to Survive Them
The second semester, especially now that it's deep into the Winter, can be a hard time for anyone.
Less time outside, less daylight, more coursework, seasonal depression. All a cocktail for... read more 》
How I Celebrated My Birthday at Iowa
Happy start of the week to everyone!
I wanted to start this week and month with some happy and exciting news. It was just my birthday! Now 19, I thought it... read more 》