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.
Winter Break Reading List

Hey Hawkeyes!
Hope your winter break is going well! This break, I decided to pick up some books and dive into reading. If you’re looking for something new to add to... read more 》
Winter Break Movie Review

Hey Hawkeyes!
I had plans to recommend a Christmas movie, but let’s be real—I didn’t watch either of the ones on my list. Luckily, I did check out some new movies... read more 》
Traveling Home for The Holidays

Since I live 1,885 miles from Iowa City (I Googled it), I always get asked how I deal with traveling. Even though it is so far, I haven't had any... read more 》
Places to go with your family in Iowa City!

Hello everyone! I am back to share my favorite places to take my family when they come visit me!
Wilson's Orchard: Pick apples, shop at the farm store, and... read more 》
My favorite thing ever: concerts!

If you have ever talked to me, you know my favorite thing in the entire world is concerts. I have been to over 20! Even during my first semester of... read more 》
Semester Reading Recap

Hey everyone! Solenn here.
As the year draws to a close, I want to discuss some of my readings from the semester, for class and personal. As an English and Creative... read more 》
Surviving My First Ice Storm

At the end of my first semester, I experienced what t is apparently classic Midwest weather: an ice storm. This is when it rains, but the temperatures are below freezing,... read more 》
Headed Home as an Out-Of-State Student

So many students around the country find the idea of going to a school that is far away or out-of-state, away from family, not knowing anyone, and general uncertainty, daunting.... read more 》
My first experience with finals week

Hi everyone!
It's so hard to believe that I'm already done with my first semester of college! With the first semester wrapping up, I also experienced my first finals week and... read more 》
Christmas Gift Ideas (For When You Have No Idea What to Get Someone)

Hey queens! Welcome back. I hope everyone is feeling prepared and ready to take on their finals, and even if you're not, I hope you at least are excited to... read more 》