"I love the people I've met and the opportunities I've been gifted. I have met people who have changed my life in so many powerful ways and am so grateful for them. I've been given the opportunity to practice cutting-edge cancer research, sing with some of the most talented women, and play a sport that I love all while working towards my career."

"I've met some of my best friends in the Residence Halls, I wouldn't trade anything in the world for that experience."

"My favorite thing about UI is all the friends I’ve made whether in my clubs or in my classes, and spending time with them either working or just hanging out with them brings me great joy."

"I am constantly seeing my friends, someone from class, or meeting new people! I feel like I can't go more than ten minutes without seeing someone I know, it really helps to make a larger campus feel small!"

"What I like most about attending the University of Iowa is the people. I have met so many people who already play a huge role in my everyday life and I would not change them for the world."

"I love how the University of Iowa treats its international students and really embraces their diversity"

"The thing I like the most about attending Iowa is the people. Iowa nice is definitely a thing!"
 

"I really like the community at the University of Iowa. I have made life-long connections that I will forever cherish. Iowa has pushed me out of my comfort zone and given me opportunities I never thought I would have. I also love that everywhere you go on campus, you are guaranteed to see a friendly face."

“I have made so many good friends here and experienced a lot of interesting activities.”