Had a visit at the University of Iowa College of Law on the main campus at Iowa City. Very nice…read morebuilding on the west side and right on the Iowa River...large roomy building with a small parking lot on the premises. The Boyd Law Building is sort of like a circular space ship with a dome on top. Since it is circular, most of the classrooms are build like wedges of a pie...with the rows of seating narrowing as they come down to the professor...this is a really neat design and wastes no space. The lecture and seminar rooms were very nice and up-to-date, furnishings and technology all up to snuff. The moot courtroom and other specialty rooms were also very nice. It is obvious Iowa is reinvesting in its property. The law library takes up a triple wide wedge of the back of the building and is located on four floors. While the Iowa Law library does have a number of tables and other seating arrangements around the place, they are distinguished by having an individual carrel with locking shelves for each and every student. This was a very neat idea for the students. In other areas of the building are all the administration and faculty offices. Iowa Law is well ranked in all the ratings and the faculty is well regarded. The school is a force in law schools and not just the Big-10...it has some national stature. We were out looking at law schools and stopped by for a visit...our self guided tour of the facilities was wonderful. The admissions people were welcoming and interested in us even though we showed up unannounced. As the major program at the State's flagship school they don't have to take a back seat to anyone. A neat choice for law school in Iowa

A public research University founded in 1847 . Beautiful campus on the banks of the Iowa River in…read moredowntown Iowa City. Comprised of 11 colleges and with an endowment of about 1.5 billion. Top school for health care law. My daughter is working on a doctorate here which is why we are visiting the area. She's very happy with the school and I'm happy that she's happy.

As a beader, this store is a dream come true. Every item I need from the wires, beads, threads,…read moreneedles, etc. are all in one place. They even carry ultra-suede for my beaded embroidery. The completed projects on display are pure eye candy for me. They also sell some gorgeous completed items for the non-artistic. The only slightly downside to this location is the parking, but it is worth walking a few blocks to visit.

I don't make jewelry. I wear it, though. I haven't ever purchased beads, or even really taken the…read moretime to think about the different types of beads before. But one day, I decided-- 'What the hell. I'm gonna go see what Beadology Iowa is all about.' And I'm glad I did. This store definitely deserves some Yelp love. First off, the storefront and sign are eye catching. And while Beadology Iowa changed names like a decade ago, this go-to bead store has lived in Iowa City for over 30 years. I walked in and was greeted with a smile. (That's always the best, isn't it?) As a non-jewelry maker I was amazed to see the different materials the beads were made of? Like; stone, pearl, metal, organic, glass, chrystal and one-of-a-kind flamework beads. WOWZA. Beads. Beads. Beads. Everywhere! Organized chaos of every color and from all over the world. There was eclectic jewelry for sale throughout the store-- which was made in house? I believe. Plus, an assortment of tools for jewelry making and other supplies. The staff appeared to be super knowledgeable, but I mean-- it's not like I'd have known :) The thing that really impressed me was just how passionate everyone I chatted with seemed. They were definite artists pumped to educate me on their craft. Classes are offered-- which I definitely need to hit up sometime. Wirework, stringing, knotting, flame-work, glass work, etc... Beginners and professionals are welcome! (Just be warned parking COULD be a concern at this location!) Overall, this rainbow store had a non judgey, creative vibe. And even thought I knew nothing, I felt ok coming in just to peruse while an obvious avid customer shopped along side me. I'll definitely come back for some custom accessories, perhaps a repair -- or a class!

It's been 228 days since my kids went on their last sleepover. EEK. They see family not often,…read morefriends even less and are doing school over a computer screen! This 'new normal' had to have some semblance of actual, pre-pandemic normal for my 1st grade daughter so I scoured the interwebs for a virtual dance option. Alas, National Dance Academy! They're affordable ($25 a month). They offer multiple classes -- ranging from jazz, hip hop, ballet to tap-- for different ages, three days a week. National Dance Academy event sent a care package to Cora! (She, like everyone, loves happy mail. It's the small things folks.) I also adore NDA includes fun spirit days, like Unicorn Day, for participants to look forward to. Our very first class experience was not the best, I'll be honest. They had an in-person class via Zoom for at-home kiddos to follow along with. It was hard to see/hear and I had to explain to my daughter why she was at home while other girls got to be there in person. BUT. They reevaluated the class and the very next one-- the virtual class had their own instructor alone in the studio giving all her attention to her at-home dancers! WTG NDA, I adore your attention to detail and striving to make dancing fun for all families during this insane time! Anyways. I have nothing but good things to say about NDA. My daughter looks forward to each and every Wednesday night now. She feels like she has one 'normal' thing going on, finally. They're enrolling now for the next virtual session. I without a doubt recommend this dance option!

Land Alliance's goal is to bring the land back to native Iowa. The grounds abound in native plants,…read moremany of which are used in their education classes. I have taken excellent workshops in natural dyes, papermaking, botanical printing on fabric and paper and more. All are well-taught and it is satisfying to take home the finished products. The open studios are fun. Everyone brings their own projects and a snack but we mostly end up sharing with other artists about our craft, whether it be hand spinning from raw wool, pattern making, needle and wet felting, knitting, fabric dyes and printing, etc. One of these days I would like to participate in a willow event to make wreaths, baskets, garden art, etc. I have scheduled private retreats with friends or by myself and stayed in the guest rooms and the cabins. It is very peaceful with the sheep milling around. There is a campground for those who prefer to bring their own bed. If you are intimidated by being in a class with others, schedule a private class to get started. Anna is an excellent teacher or has resources for others who teach what you want to learn. Once your confidence is built, join the other classes/workshops. You won't regret it.

Land Alliance offers a space to slow down and connect with the rhythms and wisdom of creation. And…read morethe good news is when you take a class you get to take some wisdom and beauty home!

The site is great, like the teachers. Administratively they are disorganized and have given us the…read morerun-around many times. Director is not someone I would like to work with again.

This school just helps foreign students cheat their way to a degree by having take home exams,…read morequizlet exams, and at least five Chinese students I've met haven't read a single chapter and are almost finished. They're able to just search online for answers. This school is a joke. I reported the cheating and they ignored it.

Lots of math. Goes up through differential, which is good because it's my major. Getting an AS…read moredegree here and transferring later. Good as far as math department. Lower level classes are easy, but that's everywhere you go. Higher level classes get more comprehensive.