Year: Second

From: Ottumwa, Iowa

Program of Study: Biochemistry B.S., Chemistry, Spanish Minors, Pre-Medicine Track

"I enjoyed serving different organizations in the community and helping with behind-the-scenes work such as marketing and advertising."

Year: Fourth

Hometown: Cedar Falls, IA

Program: Psychology B.A. with Korean Studies minor

"I enjoyed learning about resources within my community and helping people at these organizations with their marketing and fundraising plans was a new and fun experience for me."

Year: First

Hometown: Bensenville, IL

Program of Study: Nursing B.S.

"I really enjoyed learning and working with different resources here in Iowa City and the learning experience of how I can help out the community here through these organizations."

Year: Third

Hometown: Davenport, IA

Program of Study: Human Physiology B.S., Psychology Minor, Pre-Medicine Track

"I enjoyed being able to apply the knowledge that we learned in class throughout the semester to help organizations in our community."

Year: Second

Hometown: Council Bluffs, IA

Program of Study: Biomedical Sciences B.S., Sustainability Certificate, Pre-Medicine Track

"Our service at the Ronald McDonald House was definitely my favorite activity of the week. Giving back to an organization that has done so much for the Iowa City community was a great feeling."

Year: Third

Hometown: Holstein, IA

Program of Study: Health and Human Physiology B.A.

"I enjoyed learning about different organizations in Iowa City and the resources they provide to improve the health and wellness of community members in the area."

Year: Third

Hometown: Hopedale, IL

Program: Neuroscience, Pre-PA track

"I enjoyed serving the community in new ways and learning about organizations that serve important roles in the health of the Iowa City community."

Year: First

Hometown: Aurora, IL

Program of Study: Nursing B.S, Spanish Minor

"I enjoyed communicating with our local community leaders and taking advantage of their knowledge and friendliness by asking questions and putting my full attention to the ways in which I could help their mission."

Year: First

Hometown: Woodbine, IA

Program of Study: Human Physiology B.S, Pre-Medicine Track

" I found the process of learning about social issues in my community and then applying what I learned by working with various service organizations to be a very instructive and transformative experience. I'm glad that we were able to help organizations that focus on providing both physical resources to those in need, as well as resources that can help those who are struggling with their mental health."

Year: First

From: Bensenville, Illinois

Program of Study: Nursing B.S.

"A highlight of my week was working with NAMI and creating a marketing plan to spread awareness for mental health and the importance of combating the stigma behind it."