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Hudson

My First Week As An Iowa Hawkeye

Wednesday, September 16, 2026
Hudson
My first week as a University of Iowa student has been a week that I don’t think I’ll forget anytime soon. Moving across the country and starting at a completely new school came with a lot of excitement, but also a lot of nerves. There were so many questions running through my head before I even got here. Would I make friends? Would I like my classes? Would I feel comfortable in a completely new ...
Jordan M

Rain 1 Me 0

Wednesday, September 16, 2026
Jordan
The past two days of rain have officially tested my patience. Walking to class sounds easy until you add pouring rain, wind, and a backpack that somehow becomes 20 pounds heavier. By the time I get to class, my hair is soaked, my shoes are making that weird squeaking sound, and I’m questioning every life decision that led me outside. At this point, I’m not walking to class anymore. I’m just swimming there. Jordan
Sophia

What I wish I knew as a Freshman

Tuesday, September 15, 2026
Sophia
Hello and welcome back, Hawkeyes! I hope that everyone had an amazing Summer, and is having a great start to the fall semester. For any incoming freshman who may stumble upon this, I wanted to give you my advice as a former freshman (aka sophomore). Take up space! Don’t be afraid to use your voice and to get involved. It can be nerve-wracking, and you can feel out of place, but this is your home ...

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