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The Iowa Honors Experience

Tuesday, January 6, 2026
Shuchita Poddar
Looking  for a Community That Pushes You Further? If you’re searching for a campus community that values curiosity, active learning, and exploring beyond the classroom, the University of Iowa Honors Program might be the perfect fit. Honors adds an extra layer to your academic and social experience, connecting you with students who love to challenge themselves and dive deeper into learning. What Do Honors Students Actually Do? Before classes even begin, you’ll kick things off ...
Solenn

Finals Week Recap

Monday, January 5, 2026
Solenn
Hello everyone! It is currently the middle of finals week, and I thought you’d like a peek at what it is like. Sunday: Matcha at Midnight Coffee – they have a new holiday cranberry flavor Finish my Literary Editing final portfolio Start my Norse Literature final paper Monday:  Work at Admissions and give a tour! Go shopping with my friend Camden Holiday party + Secret Santa with my friend group! Tuesday:  Work again! Turn in ...
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Reading Wrapped 2025

Monday, January 5, 2026
Solenn
Hello everyone! Here is my reading wrapped for 2025. Vinland Saga, Prose Edda, Egil’s Saga, King Hrolf Kraki, Laxardal Saga, Hrafnkel’s Saga – for my Norse literature class An Archive of Romance – an extension of my favorite series by Ava Reid Two editions of The Iowa Review for my Literary Editing Class TBR: The Bright Sword and The Carrying For my Advanced Creative Writing Class: Biography of X  Lie With Me Because She Never Asked ...

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