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.
Grades are Out- But It Was SLOW.

So, I was slightly annoyed with my grades. Not because they were bad, I finished with a 3.80, and given I maintain a job while also taking 18 credit hours... read more 》
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 》