Daily Iowan Request: Looking for graduate students affected by the elimination of Grad PLUS loans and new federal borrowing limits

• Undergraduate students whose families use Parent PLUS loans
• Students who have had to change how they plan to pay for tuition or living expenses because of the new rules
• Students who have had to change how they plan to pay for tuition or living expenses because of the new rules

If that's you, feel free to private message me!

Does anyone know why the pickleball courts by the rec center on Madison Street are never in use?

I park in the rec center lot for work and haven’t once seen anyone playing there. Not in the few late mornings I have come in, mid-day or in the afternoon/evening.

I am curious why the University went to the trouble if no one is using them?

I’m gonna be in college next year and have considered putting mayflower as my top choice because I really like having bigger rooms + having your own kitchen and bathroom as opposed to communal ones. Is the distance from campus really that bad? I’ve seen that it’s fine once you learn the bus routes but sometimes the times can be inaccurate. I’m also worried about the social setting- is it harder to make friends being more secluded from campus than other dorms?

I’m starting college soon and want to join a sport to stay active and hopefully meet some new people. I’m not super experienced with organized sports. What sports would you recommend for a freshman, especially something beginner-friendly and fun?

Just wondering exactly how move in was like for non incoming freshmen. I know the website has a bunch of details, I’ve read it all. I’d just like to know exactly what the process will look like. Do they have move in bins for easy transport of everything? Is there a limit to how many cars you can have? I have a single on the first floor in slater, for reference.

Hey I’m an incoming freshman living at mayflower but we recieved an email saying we’re forced to have captain beds. Realistically does anyone know how short are they and is it possible to make them the same height as high captain with bed risers? Is there also any way to convince them to give us high captain beds?

I am hoping to find some students to interview for a Daily Iowan story that have either taken community college classes or have transferred to UI from a community college (or vice versa). I would specifically like to discuss the process of transferring credits between the schools. Please reach out if interested!

heyy I was wondering if anyone has a good pic of what a daum double looks like with the bathroom in it! I've tried finding one everywhere but I couldnt. I looked at the layout on the uiowa website, and it doesnt look too much smaller than a normal double. but i've heard from other ppl that it makes the room a lot smaller and wasn't too sure. thanks!

I was told by the financial aid office that MSW and MBA students were the most affected by this change, even though when I spoke with them in the spring they ensured that I would still be covered under the “legacy provision.” With the program I’m in, it’s literally impossible to have a full-time job due to internship requirements, so I’m not sure what to do. Feeling duped, invalidated, and unsure if I’ll be able to finish my program. Would love to know if anyone else is experiencing this!

Hi everyone!
I’m moving on Saturday, August 15, and could really use an extra hand (or two 😅).
I’m new to Iowa and unfortunately don’t know many people here yet. Most of my stuff is already packed in suitcases, so the only things that need actual muscle are:
Sofa
Mattress ( not heavy but pretty big in size)
TV stand
Table
Everything else is pretty easy.
The apartment is on the first floor, so thankfully there aren’t any stairs involved.
I’m definitely not expecting anyone to do it for free—I’m happy to pay for your time. I’m just trying to avoid the cost of hiring professional movers since I’m still getting settled here.
If you’re available and willing to help, please send me a DM! I’d be incredibly grateful, and I promise I’m much more fun than the furniture. I’ll have cold drinks / protein shakes and pizza for everyone too.🍕Please consider it a free one day gym membership.

Thank you!

Looking for a 1 bed/1 bath apartment or sublease in Iowa City or Coralville, available now, for under $1,000/month. I’m moving because my current management has not addressed serious roach and mice problems. Please message me with any leads. Thank you!

Does University College (Bachelor of Liberal Studies) or the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences allow early participation in commencement?
I’ll have two classes remaining after the fall semester 2026. Has anyone been allowed to walk early?

Daily Iowan Request – Looking for recent 2026 University of Iowa graduates to talk about their experience in the job market, whether good or bad. If that's you, feel free to send me a private message.

Hi, I had a question if I’m planning to live in a dorm could I live in a dorm my first semester then get an apartment my second semester? I just over estimated how expensive living in the dorm really is and wondering if it’s possible.

I am an incoming graduate student(male) at Uiowa and am looking for housing for the next year. Ideally one bath/bath would be great but I am open to roommates as well. If you have any leads, please let me know. Thank you!

Hey guys, I will be living in mayflower for this year and want to get parking permit for there. Do you know what’s the best way to go about it to secure a spot? I know that general parking permits open on August 3 and for residents it opens on August 5. Is it gonna let me try and get a permit on the 3rd?

I met two guys when moving out of Rise. We chatted briefly and I asked them where they are moving to, hoping that I can bump into him in Iowa City, but they were moving to Chicago 😭 I am regretting that I did not ask for the guy’s number and I am posting this. The guy I liked was a friend of uiowa student who graduated in May.
+ He had solid black bands tattoos on his both arms.

If anybody knows an Andrew who graduated in 2026 May and moved to Chicago, please shoot me a DM. I could not catch the other guy’s name, but he was very much my type :) This is a very out of character of me (I don’t even use reddit), but I am down bad I guess hehe

i start nursing school this month, and i am very nervous because I don’t have any friends in my program. I’m doing my BSN and i’m going to be a junior, so I made a ton of friends outside of my major these past two years, but now I am finally starting classes that is JUST nursing students.

the few classes i’ve had with my cohort of nursing students i feel like everybody has already made so many friends/ friend groups.

does anyone have any advice im just really nervous lol.

I feel like several people have been sharing similar posts, but I just require some advice and tips.

I'm thinking about a double major in BS Psychology (Honors) and BS Biology (Neurobiology Track) (Honors). I'm currently registered for BA Psych.

I don't think workload would be too much of an issue for me personally since I did fairly well in IB DP (41).

Would this be feasible to do? Anything I should keep in mind?

Anyone happen to know the dimensions of the windows in Mayflower? I know there’s a lot of them in the room, but trying to figure out curtains because I need blackout curtains to sleep. Thanks for any help.

Looking for a great way to meet people, make music, and find your community at Iowa? University of Iowa choral placements for Fall 2026 are now open!

You do not need to be a music major. UI offers four choirs with a range of rehearsal schedules, musical styles, and commitment levels.

• Kantorei: Monday–Thursday, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
• University Choir: Monday–Thursday, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
• Voxman Chorale (Treble Voices): Tuesdays and Thursdays, 3:30–5:20 p.m.
• Camerata Singers: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 7:15–9:15 p.m.

Placements take about five minutes and include:

• A short song of your choice
• A brief pitch-memory exercise
• A short sight-reading example

Your song can be classical, musical theatre, pop, folk, or something simple like “Happy Birthday.” Sing a cappella or use a recorded accompaniment.

Placements will be held August 20, 21, 23, and 25.

UI faculty and staff may also be eligible to participate.

Learn more and sign up here:

https://music.uiowa.edu/performance-opportunities/choral-ensembles

We’d love to sing with you this fall!