CAMPUS and CITY
Every weekend —and some weekdays — thousands flock to the roughly 40 bars in downtown Iowa City.
Iowa City grapples with violence
Male-on-male violence is the most recent safety concern in Iowa City, but authorities say they are working to combat the issue, among others, to keep people safe.
Still coming back from the flood
In June 2008, floodwater overflowed parts of the UI campus, causing thousands to come together in sandbagging efforts to try to protect university buildings.
Tasty, affordable, and conveniently located, these local restaurants will give you a diverse taste of Iowa City.
It’s possible to feast in the dorms
For convenience and cost, you’ll probably eat most of your meals at on-campus dining halls.
Coffee shops are a staple on any college campus, and you’ll be happy to know where they all are in town come finals week.
Chances are you’re going to need some money to help pay for your schooling here — or at the very least, you’ll need some extra cash for the weekends. Enter: finding a job.
The faces of local and state gov’t
Meet the people who represent you at city and state levels.
After thrusting President Obama to the fore on the road to the White House and being the third state in the country to legalize same-sex marriage, Iowa has earned the title as a trendsetter.
Find a fitness center that fits your workout needs in Iowa City.
Many volunteers say you can learn more about yourself and the Iowa City community, and give back at the same time, through service work.
Making you feel welcome with a week
Get Welcome Week on your calendar during your first week here — it’s full of free events and food and provides a time for everyone to get together and meet new people.
Iowa City is not just about tailgates and bars. It also offers a plethora of other fun activities.
Easy to maintain religious ties
Keeping in touch with one’s faith while transitioning to college or joining a religious group in college is easy on the UI campus.
Landing in front of your off-campus domicile or dorm door every morning, The Daily Iowan is in print, on TV, and on the web.
It’s a pretty big campus, but it’s laid out in a logical way and you’ll probably be sticking to the Pentacrest during your first year here. This map will help you find any UI building.
