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Jordan M

A Day In The Life Of A Freshman

Tuesday, September 22, 2026
Jordan
A normal day as a freshman at Iowa is basically classes, walking everywhere, food, friends, and trying not to forget what I have due that day. My morning usually starts with my alarm going off and me convincing myself I have “five more minutes.” Then I’m rushing to get ready and walking to class, hoping I don’t get lost or show up late. After classes, I’ll grab food with friends, study, or go to something ...
Savannah Evans

Sick Again- How to fight a cold on Campus

Tuesday, September 22, 2026
Savannah
Greetings readers, Usually, I try not to leave my blogging for the end of the month; however, I have spent the last week fighting off a bad cold. So, in the spirit of getting better, I figured I would share all the things I do to try to fight off my illnesses.  For starters, I like to have hot soup while I am sick. You can find this at the dining hall or use your ...
Hudson

Life As A Double Major At The University Of Iowa

Tuesday, September 22, 2026
Hudson
Being a double major at the University of Iowa is both exciting and challenging. As a student majoring in Exercise Science and Sport and Recreation Management, I get to explore two different areas that connect to something I am passionate about: sports. While balancing two majors can sometimes feel overwhelming, I know that the knowledge and experience I gain from both will help prepare me for my future career. I chose Exercise Science because I ...

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