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Midterms Are Coming… Send Help

Tuesday, September 29, 2026
Jordan
It’s officially that time of the semester when I realize I probably should have been studying more. Midterms are coming up, and suddenly every professor is reminding us about exams, assignments, and everything else we somehow forgot about. My usual routine has become finding a spot in the library, getting a snack, opening my laptop, and convincing myself I’m going to be productive. Sometimes I actually study. Other times, I end up talking with friends ...
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How to Make the Most of Your College Visit

Friday, September 25, 2026
Shuchita Poddar
A campus visit is one of the best ways to get a feel for a school. Here’s how to make the most of yours, whether you’re headed to Iowa City or anywhere else on your list. Plan Ahead Look up the majors you’re curious about and jot down a few questions before you arrive. You’ll get more out of the tour and have answers to the things that matter most to you. Take the Tour, ...
jordan

Learning HOW to be Busy in College

Wednesday, September 23, 2026
Jordan
There are some weeks in college when I look at my calendar and wonder when exactly I am supposed to have time to breathe. Between multiple exams in the same week, working two jobs on campus, keeping up with assignments, attending sorority events, and trying to have a social life, my schedule can fill up incredibly quickly. The funny thing is, most of these are things I chose to do, and that I enjoy. That ...

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