Hawkeye City Guides


From coast to coast, Hawkeyes are flocking to major cities across the country. These eleven city guides spotlight the most popular metro areas where recent University of Iowa graduates live. Each guide was compiled by Hawkeyes for Hawkeyes. Whether you are an alum, fan, or friend, you're invited to explore each area to learn more about what makes these cities unique and how Hawkeyes connect in each community.

Cedar Rapids, Chicago, Des Moines, Kansas City, and Minneapolis/St. Paul

New York City and Washington, D.C.

Denver and Los Angeles

Nashville and Austin

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