Iowa Club Locations: Find Hawkeyes Near You



From game watches to volunteer opportunities, you can network and socialize with fellow Hawkeyes near you by joining an Iowa Club.

Iowa Clubs are in cities all over the U.S. and across the globe. These groups are open to all who love the University of Iowa—including alumni, fans, and friends like you. If you can't find an Iowa Club, email alumni.iowaclubs@foriowa.org.

Please note: The use of Iowa Club contact information for any marketing or sales purposes is strictly prohibited. If you are interested in selling a product or service to a club, email molly.torchia@foriowa.org. Thank you for not soliciting our volunteers.

Looking for other ways to get involved with the University of Iowa? Check out additional Iowa alumni and friend networks.


Arizona

Phoenix

California

Coachella Valley/Palm Springs

Los Angeles

Orange County

Sacramento

San Diego

Colorado

Denver/Rocky Mountain

Fort Collins

District of Columbia

Washington, D.C./Capital Area

Florida

Daytona Beach

Fort Lauderdale

Fort Myers/Paradise

Jacksonville

Melbourne

Orlando

Tampa Bay

Georgia

Atlanta

Hawaii

Honolulu

Idaho

Boise

Illinois

Central Illinois

Chicago

Indiana

Indianapolis

Iowa

Cedar Rapids

Council Bluffs/Omaha

Des Moines

Kansas

Greater Kansas City

Massachusetts

Boston

Michigan

Iowa Club of Michigan

Minnesota

Med City

Twin Cities

Missouri

St. Louis

Nebraska

Council Bluffs/Omaha

Nevada

Las Vegas

Reno

New Mexico

Albuquerque

New York

New York Metro

North Carolina

Charlotte

Ohio

Central Ohio

Cincinnati/Dayton

Cleveland/Akron

Oregon

Portland

Pennsylvania

Philadelphia

Pittsburgh

South Carolina

Charleston

Columbia

South Dakota

Sioux Falls

Tennessee

Memphis

Nashville

Texas

Austin

Dallas/Fort Worth

Houston

San Antonio

Utah

Utah

Virginia

Richmond

Washington

Seattle/Western Washington

Wisconsin

Madison

Milwaukee Area

Related Content

This roundup of historic covers offers a peek into the University of Iowa publication's past.

Two U.S. poets laureate and a National Book Award honoree speak at a celebration for the UI's Latino Native American Cultural Center.

Hawkeyes share their go-to spots in Iowa City, past and present, to get their caffeine fix. ILLUSTRATION: Jimmy Losasso Coffee shops are integral to Iowa City?s identity as a UNESCO City of Literature, serving as vibrant hubs of connection and creativity where students and community members can settle in with a good book, focus on homework, or kindle friendships. Although some past favorites have closed over the years, several shops owned by University of Iowa alumni remain dedicated to keeping Iowa City caffeinated. Recently, we asked Hawkeyes on Facebook to name their favorite Iowa City coffee spots, both past and present. Their responses showed just how much UI students and alumni love a good cup of joe. PHOTO: PRESS COFFEE Press Coffee Press Coffee, 1120 N. Dodge St. in Iowa City, was overwhelmingly recommended by the Hawkeye community. Press is co-owned by alumni Kate Ford (03BM) and Lisa Edwards (10BFA), whose shared backgrounds as baristas and roller derby teammates set in motion their partnership. ?Press Coffee Iowa City is the best coffee shop in the state with the raddest owners and staff.? ?Nichole Nidey PHOTO: UNITED STATES PATENT AND TRADEMARKING OFFICE Great Midwestern Ice Cream Company Affectionately known as ?Great Mid,? this blast from the past?formerly located at 126 E. Washington St. in downtown Iowa City?was an alumni favorite. Who would have thought to buy their morning coffee at an ice cream parlor? ?Great Midwestern! I miss it so much?I can't believe it's gone even after 20+ years. I'm still in mourning.? ?Mandy McClenahan ?Great Midwestern Ice Cream Company was the besssstt.? ?Amanda Grace PHOTO: Java House Java House Java House holds a special place in the hearts of Hawkeyes. Its founder, Tara Cronbaugh (98BA), developed a business plan in a UI entrepreneurship class in 1993 before opening the first Java House location on the second floor of Prairie Lights Books the following year. The Washington Street location soon debuted, and the Mormon Trek Boulevard and First Avenue locations followed in 1998 and 2003, respectively. ?Java House downtown!? ?Erika Earp ?Love the chai latte at The Java House.? ?Connie Cramer Caster PHOTO: Sidekick Coffee and Books Sidekick Coffee and Books Sidekick Coffee and Books, 1310? Melrose Ave. in Iowa City, offers gourmet coffee and teas alongside baked goods and books. Owner Katy Herbold (03BA), who has a passion for promoting literacy, originally opened Sidekick with a focus on children?s books. The demand for adult titles, however, prompted the shop to rapidly expand its selections. ?Sidekick Coffee & Books?owned by an amazing Iowa alum!? ?Melinda Moe ?Sidekick for the amazing chai & cute environment or Press!? ?Jaci Albrect PHOTO: Daydrink Daydrink Daydrink, 518 Bowery St. in Iowa City, is a sustainability-minded coffee shop. With a slogan of ?A Coffee Shop That Gives a Damn,? Daydrink offers glass jars for to-go orders and ethically sourced coffee that is roasted in-house. ?DAYDRINK forever!? ?Matt Cabel ?Daydrink on Bowery! So many weird and wonderful concoctions to try, super smooth coffee, and plenty of fun things to look at while you hang out there.? ?Sasha Alexander .socialpost { padding: 30px; margin: 15px 0; border: 0px solid #eee; border-radius: 20px; background: #F5F5F5; display: flex; align-items: center; } .socialcomment { width: 80%; } .socialcomment p{ margin: 0; font-family: "Roboto", sans-serif; color: #333; text-align: left; font-weight: 500; font-size: 1.25rem; } .socialcomment span { font-size: .9em; font-style: italic; } .portrait.right.writer { float: left; margin: 0; padding: 0 25px 0 0; width: 20%; min-width: 80px; max-width: 100px; }

Iowa alumni with shared connections are invited to join an affinity group. Some of these organizations are an extension of student interests, like Alumni Band or Dance Marathon Alumni Group.

We use cookies to understand how you use our site and to improve your experience. By continuing to use our site, you accept our use of cookies in accordance with our Privacy Statement unless you have disabled them in your browser.