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Welcome

Cedar Rapids, just 20 miles to the north, The Univer- is the second largest city in the state. sity of Iowa has many traditions Iowa City has some of the best that make is a schools in the state; it is a safe commu- unique place to nity, and the population is well educated study. Every and friendly. As a result, Iowa City is University of often placed on “best-place-to-live” list- Iowa student/ ings in numerous national magazines. In faculty member February 2010 Men’s Health magazine should know: Welcome to Iowa, the University of voted Iowa City the “Healthiest town in Iowa, and the Campbell Laboratory. This the United States.” Iowa City prides • School colors: is a place where you can enjoy the com- itself on its diverse population and intel- Black and Old pany of people from 109 different coun- Gold Playing chess in the tries! You will be working in one of the • Nickname: Pedestrian Mall United States’ top medical colleges. Hawkeyes This guidebook can help you answer • Mascot: Herky the Hawk many questions and alleviate any con- cerns that you may have about your • School Songs: ; Iowa Fight Song; recent move; Roll Along, Iowa including housing, • Annual Celebrations: Family Weekend, transportation, Sailing on Lake MacBride dining, entertain- Riverfest, Homecoming, Cultural Di- ment, and travel. lectual resources. The Writers’ Work- versity Festival, and Martin Luther King, All of these top- shop at the is a world Jr. Human Rights Week ics and more are renowned writing program that pro- From everyone in the Campbell Lab, covered in this duces many well-know writers, including “Welcome! We hope that you enjoy guide. Robert Penn Warren and Kurt Vonne- your stay with us, and we are looking In Iowa you gut. forward to knowing you better.” will be able to The University of Iowa has had many work and relax. Notable Alumni over the course of its The Iowa City history in fields like literature, psychiatry, community offers theatre, physics, justice, and many more. Cultural Diversity free live concerts According to the University of Iowa Fact Festival in the summer, Book, Fall 2005, “Our 1,713-member cultural events, faculty includes three Pulitzer Prize win- and collegiate athletics. You can also ners, five former clerks to U.S. Supreme enjoy relaxing outdoors in one of the Court justices, and numerous members many parks in the Iowa City area. Iowa of the nation’s most prestigious scholarly Riders in the annual Old Capitol City is the sixth largest city in Iowa, and academies.” Criterium bike race Page 2 Campbell Lab

Table of Contents

3 Housing 12 Weather

3 Groceries 13 Other places to see

4 Getting around town 14 Taxes

4 Why didn’t they 14 The comforts that make it home warn me?

5 Entertainment in 15 Religious Observances Iowa City

6 Dining 15 English classes

7 Hidden Places & Things to do 15 Difficult things about in Iowa City moving

8 Traveling in Iowa 15 Lab Parties

10 Semi-professional sports in Iowa 16 Recommended banking institutions

10 Children 16 List of helpful websites

11 Health Care Services 16 Important contact information

11 What to like about Iowa City If text is blue and underlined it is a link to a website Campbell Lab Survival Guide Page 3

Housing

The Iowa City/Coralville Coralville Area Online Re- agreement has area has many housing op- source website for more ended. Remember tions. Renting an apartment information about the area, to ask the land- or house, living in University local realtors, financing, and lord what utilities of Iowa housing, or purchas- more. are included in ing your own home are just The University has hous- your rent, and some of the options that are ing available for graduate what utilities you available. students, generally at a de- will be responsible , the creased rate. University for paying sepa- Press Citizen, and the Ce- Housing: The Family Hous- rately. Some apartments The Brown Street Inn, dar Rapids Gazette (all local ing and University apart- also have an extra fee for where many Campbell Lab visitors spend a night newspapers) are some of ments are generally for parking. or two the best places to start your graduate students and for- Subletting an apartment housing search. eign scholars. is allowed by most landlords One bedroom apart- It is usually a good idea in the Iowa City/Coralville ments that are located near to compare several different area. campus can cost between apartments before settling If you think that you $500 and $700 per month. on one. Landlords should might want to live in the The prices tend to drop the not hesitate to schedule an same place for longer than a “Sublets are OK, I was further the apartment is appointment for you to tour year, ask your landlord if kind of [unsure about] from campus. Two bed- the apartment you are in- having a two year lease room apartments are gener- terested in renting. Deposits would be possible. By sign- subletting an ally in the $550-$800 per on rental properties are ing a two year lease you apartment when I got month range. often one month’s rent. The may be able to set your rent The University of Iowa actual price depends on the so that it will not increase here, as we don’t do has a Family Services Office property and the landlord. the following year. Housing and Relocation Your deposit ensures that that in Brazil.” department with many good when you move out your - Viviane Muniz resources for people who landlord will have some Helpful websites: are just moving into the money to pay for any dam- Co-Op Exchange Student Living Off-Campus Guide area. The Housing Clearing- ages or cleaning that needs 2006 house is a free service for to be done before the next Apartment Hunting Guide Brazil rental properties in the tenant moves in. The money Iowa City/Coralville area. that is left over from your Campus Information Center See also the housing infor- deposit should be returned mation on the Iowa City/ to you after your lease

Groceries Lebensmittelgeschäft Alimentation Shokuryohin-ten

Iowa City and Coralville have stores in the Iowa. Hy-Vee has nu- find many Asian specialty foods. Tay- quite a large selection of grocery merous locations in Iowa City and eeb Afro-Oriental Foods on 2nd Ave- stores. The New Pioneer Co-Op one store in Coralville. Cub Foods is nue in Coralville offers groceries from features organically and locally grown located on Highway 6, as is Aldi. Fare- the Middle East. There are also mid- foods. Another place to get locally way has two locations in Iowa City, dle eastern and Indian grocers in grown food is at the Iowa City one on the east side of Iowa City and Coralville. Farmer’s Market, which takes place one on the west side. Other places from May through October at for grocery shopping include the Su- Map of Grocers Chauncey Swan Parking Ramp. per Wal-Mart in Coralville and John’s Grocery in Iowa City. Chong’s, a Hy-Vee, Fareway, Cub Foods, and Korean grocery store, and East-West Aldi are some of the larger grocery Oriental Foods are good places to Page 4 Campbell Lab

Getting around town Iowa City and its surrounding area. The is operated by the areas are easily accessible by foot, University of Iowa and is available free bike, bus, and car, so how to get to of charge for everyone traveling work in the morning is something to around campus. The Iowa City transit consider. If you ask around, you are and the Coralville transit systems sure to get many different answers. cover much of the area that the Some lab members choose to live Cambus does not, but for a small fee. close to the laboratory so that they City bus passes are available at a re- can walk or ride their bikes to work duced rate for University and HHMI each morning. Others will tell you employees. The Pedestrian Mall in Downtown that driving is the best way to get to Iowa City offers many shops and work, though the parking may leave Some of the conveniences to restaurants, as well as the Iowa City Public Library (on the far right) you a bit flustered. The rest of the walking, biking, or riding the bus are people will tell you to ride one of the that you do not have to worry about paying for parking on campus, trying For information concerning parking, many busses. to find a parking spot, or dealing with There are three different busses the rush hour traffic. However, it can bus passes, and the Cambus: that run in the Iowa City/Coralville be very useful to have a car for going http://www.uiowa.edu/~parking/ grocery shopping, going to see a movie, or so that you can leave town For information on Iowa City Transit: http://www.icgov.org/ to visit some of the attractions that Iowa and its neighboring states have transportation.htm to offer. If you do choose to drive to For information about the Coralville work, parking is available in the New- ton Road Parking Ramp (across the transit system: http://www.coralville.org/mod.php? street from the Carver Biomedical mod=department&did=29 Research Building) for a fee. A Cambus and some bicycles parked on the

Why didn’t they warn me?

For people joining the Campbell your money in an account. After a Laboratory from outside of the year (or maybe sooner), you can call United States, it might be convenient and ask them to convert your se- to have cash available for the first cured card to a regular credit card. If month that you are here. you’ve been paying all your bills on time, you should get approved. Then It is also good idea to try to build they will send you a regular card and a credit history as soon as you are will send back your “secured” money able. “When I first arrived, I couldn’t (e.g. the $500). You are then on get any kind of regular credit card. My recommendation is to get a your way to building credit in the U.S. ‘secured’ credit card,” says Aaron Simply having a credit card will Beedle, Ph.D., a lab associate from not guarantee good credit, and you Canada. The typical procedure is to should be careful not to abuse it. It is fill out an application and send the important to make your credit card company a check. They will deposit payments on time, so that you can your money in an account and send build good credit. Having good credit you a credit card with the credit limit can help you to get financing to make set at the amount you sent (e.g. if you large purchases like a car or a home. send them $500, they will give you a Good credit even helps with smaller card with a $500 limit). They keep needs like cell phone contracts. Campbell Lab Survival Guide Page 5

Entertainment in Iowa City

No matter what you like to do for all over the US. When you have run out and bars, some, fun, there is always something to do in of topics on science, you can simply ask, like The Mill or Iowa City and its surrounding area. Al- ‘How is your team doing?’ This could The Sanctuary, though Iowa does not have a profes- lead to a 1 hour conversation.” Motoi even feature sional sports team, Iowa City is home to expresses what many Iowans feel, that live music. If the University of Iowa Hawk- sports are more than just you like large eyes. The Hawkeyes are part enjoying a game, but also music venues, of the Big 10 conference, “Sports are one of how students, players, then the Quad which is one of the premier the easiest ways to and fans grow to become cities, Water- collegiate sports conferences a tight, spirit-filled com- loo, Ames, and in the U.S. The Hawkeyes participate in local munity. If you have hit a Des Moines play a variety of popular block in your research, often host con- sports including, gymnastics, and national Motoi suggests going to a certs. A good soccer, tennis, basketball, and game with Kevin. “… place to look customs. You can The Museum American football. The Ice- sometimes you will get for upcoming of Natural History in Hawks are a club hockey talk about the game your secret or a great concerts is MacBride Hall team affiliated with the Uni- project idea from going Ticketmaster. versity that compete during with people in the to a game with [Kevin]. The box office the fall and winter. In 2008 If you get season tickets, in the IMU also sells tickets for Ticket- they were conference cham- lab, even people that is even better. You master events. pions. Home games are will find uncle Hawkeye The art museums located in Iowa who come from all played at the Coral Ridge comes down to you with City, Cedar Rapids, and Davenport are Mall ice rink and admission is over the US.” Ann’s [Kevin’s wife] pop- home to collections featuring American free. corn, which I miss a lot… Regionalism, among other things. The During the fall, many Motoi Kanagawa, Ph.D. Go Hawkeyes!!!” University of Iowa Museum of Art is people enjoy (American) There are many hosts one of the most notable paintings football games, and not just Postdoctoral Fellow places to go shopping in by Jackson Pollack. The Cedar Rapids for the action on the field. 2001-2005 Iowa City and Coralville. Museum of Art contains many works by Tailgating* is as much an The Pedestrian Mall in Grant Wood, a local artist and promi- activity in Iowa City as the Japan downtown Iowa City nent figure in American Regionalism. The game itself. When the Hawk- features many one-of-a- Figge Art Museum in Davenport features eyes have a home football game you will kind stores, from jewelry to home dé- works by Grant Wood, Antonio Boselli, find many parties going on and a lot of cor. The Old Capital Town Center is Salvador Dali, and Pablo Picasso. people dressed in black and gold, the also located in downtown Iowa City. Iowa City is also home to the Uni- school’s colors. Sycamore Mall is on the east side of versity of Iowa’s Museum of Natural Motoi Kanagawa, a Postdoctoral Iowa City on Highway 6, the Coral Ridge History, located on the Pentacrest Fellow (2001-2005) from Japan had this Mall is just off of I-80 in Coralville, and downtown in MacBride Hall. One of the to say about the Hawkeye-sports experi- the Tanger Outlet center is located main attractions is Rusty, the giant sloth. ence: “You may not understand why about 25 miles west of Iowa City on I- Plum Grove, The Herbert Hoover Na- Iowans get so 80. There are also many shopping op- tional Historic site, the Amana Colonies, excited about portunities in Chicago, Illinois. Click here and the Old Capital are just some of the college sports to see more about places to shop in local attractions. For information on until you go to Chicago and its suburbs. these and other local museums please the arena or There are movie theatres located in click here. stadium—then Old Capital Town Center, Sycamore you will know. Mall, and Coral Ridge Mall. If you like live Sports are one theatre, Iowa City is home to the River- of the easiest side Theatre, the Iowa City Community ways to partici- Theatre; and there is almost always pate in local something on stage at Hancher Audito- and national rium, the Englert Theatre downtown, customs. You and the University Mainstage. Marion, *Tailgating refers to the practice of eating and socializing while perched on the open can talk about located just north of Cedar Rapids, is tailgate of a vehicle, though many people Herky, the Iowa the game with home to the Liars Holographic Radio participate even if their vehicles don't have Hawkeyes mascot, people in the Theatre. For a map of local theaters click tailgates. This may include barbecuing and is takes the field at lab, even people here. usually related to sports fans preparing for who come from Iowa City has many great restaurants games. Page 6 Campbell Lab

Dining

When you are not up Italian eateries. The Brown has even to the task of cooking Bottle and Givanni’s are presented dinner, you can take ad- located downtown, and him with his vantage of the many local Mondo’s is located on the own chair. If eateries around town. Coralville strip. you would Iowa City offers a wide like to visit variety of cuisines, from There is also a large Dr. Camp- local fare to Asian fusion selection of American res- bell’s Java taurants. In downtown The Java House kiosk on to pizza. While in office, former House chair, the first floor of the Uni- President Bill Clinton Iowa City you can find 126, it is cur- versity of Iowa Hospitals If you are in the mood made a stop to eat at Iowa The Motley Cow Cafe, the rently on and Clinics City’s Hamburg Inn #2 for Asian cuisine, restau- Hamburg Inn #2, Mickey’s, display at restaurant rants like Takanami, Atlas, Buffalo Wild Wings the 1st Avenue location in downtown Oyama, Formosa, Sushi Grill & Bar, Linn Street Popo, the Peking Buffet, and Thai Spice Café, and many more. Presidents Reagan Iowa City. offer a variety of options. Takanami, and Clinton have both Aside from The Java Formasa, and Sushi Popo specialize in stopped at the Hamburg Inn House, Iowa City also offers sushi. Hunan and the Peking Buffet serve #2 for a bite to eat. Other “The Campbell places like Terrapin, House of mainly Mandarin dishes. Thai Spice and American politicians often Aromas, T Spoons (in the Old Thai Flavors prepare some of the best visit the Hamburg Inn when Lab especially Capital Town Center), and Thai food in Iowa City. The Three Samu- they are campaigning in likes the Chili Starbucks for those who need rai is a Japanese restaurant that com- Iowa City. The restaurant to get their caffeine fix. Most bines a spectacle for the eyes and a feast even features a “Coffee con Queso from of these cafes also serve tea, for the palate. Masala and the India Café Bean” caucus each year chai, hot chocolate, and as- serve Indian dishes. during elections. Because of Carlos sorted pastries. Hamburg’s reputation, it Almost all of the restaurants in the was featured on the TV O’Kelleys.” Pizzerias are also in abun- Iowa City/Coralville area serve vegetar- dance in the Iowa City area. ian dishes. The Red Avocado and Lou series “The West Wing.” The Wedge serves gourmet Henri are two of Iowa City’s vegetarian The Vine, has the best wings in the pizzas. You can order a pizza with meat- restaurants. Other good choices for area. The Iowa River Power Company, balls or one with pineapple and pista- vegetarian meals are Oasis Falafel and Chef’s Table, and Joseph’s Steakhouse, in chios—at The Wedge there is no pizza Z’Marik Noodle Café. downtown Iowa City, offer fine dining too strange. Pagliai’s Pizza offers a more experiences. If you just want to grab a traditional thin-crust style pizza, while Some of the best Mexican restau- quick bite to Wig & Pen serves Chicago-style deep rants in the Iowa City area include El eat, there dish pizza. At Papa John’s, Godfather’s Ranchero, Pancheros, El Dorado, Carlos are also Pizza, Dominos, and Pizza Hut you can O’Kelleys, and Los Portales. El Ran- many fast always find American standards like pep- chero, Los Portales, and El Dorado fea- food restau- peroni, sausage, supreme, and cheese. ture authentic Mexican dishes in an invit- rants, many ing atmosphere. Pancheros and Carlos of which can For those with a sweet-tooth, try O’Kelleys serve Mexican-American be found on Whitey’s or Heyn’s when you’re in the dishes. The the Coral- mood for good old-fashioned ice cream. Campbell Lab A pleasant view of the Capanna offers a little taste of Italy with Favorite especially likes Iowa River as seen ville strip. their selection of gelato, a frozen dessert the Chili con from inside the Iowa Iowa similar to ice cream. If you prefer pie, spots for Queso from River Power Company City and then try the restaurant Dr. Campbell: Carlos O’Kel- Coralville Village Inn, leys. also have a large selection of coffee because, houses. The Java House is a favorite of according to Sushi Popo If you like Dr. Campbell’s, and their coffee is fea- their web- Italian food, then tured in the Campbell Lab tea room. site, they & you will be The Java House has three stores in Iowa serve “The pleased to know City, plus a kiosk on the first floor of the Best Pies in that Iowa City is The Java House hospital. Dr. Campbell is a Java House The Tootie Fruitie pizza home to many America.” enthusiast. The owner of the Java House from “The Wedge” Campbell Lab Survival Guide Page 7

Hidden Places & Things to do in Iowa City

Iowa City is home to some little The Bijou Theater is a Music’s Performing Ensem- known treasures. The Iowa City Public movie theatre located in the bles webpage for more Library (ICPL) on information. opened their Market Street that shows new building to independent, foreign, and The University of Iowa the public in the classic films. The Bijou is Department of Dance also summer of student run and all proceeds provides entertainment 2004. The new go to the University of Iowa throughout the year. Their largest production is the building has a Student Government. lot of room for Dance Gala. During the summer, the library to The Riverside Theatre grow with the another fun place watch movies is at the Saturday Company puts on a special changing needs festival each summer in of the city. The Night Free Movie Series, run by the Summer of the Arts Iowa City’s Lower City ICPL is located Park. The company also along Linn organization. Movies are shown on a large screen on produces two of Shake- Native American Street on the Dancers from Thailand speare’s plays each sum- dancing at the Univer- east side of the the Pentacrest lawn in front of McBride Hall. Everyone is perform at the Cultural mer. Riverside Theatre’s sity of Iowa Powwow downtown Diversity Festival summer facility was in- Pedestrian Mall. welcome to attend, just don’t forget to bring your popcorn and a spired by the Globe Thea- The library allows patrons to check out tre in London, where Shakespeare’s books, movies (video and DVDs), music blanket to sit on. They also run the local Iowa City Jazz Festival, Friday Night plays were originally performed. The CDs, magazines, and even art work with theatre is set against a bluff outdoors . your library card—all for free. The li- Concert Series in downtown, and the brary also has an entire area of com- Iowa Arts Festival. The Iowa City area has many golf puters that are available for use by the The Cultural Diversity Festival takes courses that are open to the public. public, also free of charge. The ICPL has place in the University of Iowa Field Winter sports like skiing and snow an online catalog and also participates in House. The Festival celebrates the many boarding are also popular in Iowa. There the Park & Read program. If you park in cultures represented in Iowa City. The are 5 ski areas in the state of Iowa. Sun- a local parking ramp, you can bring your event is free to attend. There is music, down Mountain is located in Dubuque, ticket in to the library and arts and crafts, a fashion Iowa, about 2 hours northeast of Iowa they will stamp it for you, show, and much more. The City (lessons and equipment rental are giving you an hour of free “Working in the festival even hosts vendors available). If you enjoy competing in time in the ramp. To get a events such as triathlons and foot races, Campbell lab was from different cultures who library card visit the front offer dishes from around Fitness Sports has information available to the public about many of Iowa’s fit- desk at the ICPL. a very good the world. Click here to see the University’s Multi- ness events. There are also many differ- The internationally re- experience for my ent fitness centers in the area for those nowned “Live from Prairie cultural calendar. who enjoy working out. The City of Lights” reading series features life, as I recall. I The University of Iowa Iowa City has two recreation centers. writers from all over the School of Music Orchestra The world. Prairie Lights book- am starting to Department has a Sym- Robert E. store, an Iowa City landmark, miss the day that I phonic Orchestra, a Cham- Lee rec- hosts these live readings. If ber Orchestra, a Philhar- reation you are unable to attend a lived in Iowa.” monic, and an All- center is reading you can also listen to University String Orches- located it on KSUI, the local public Hajime Kusano, Ph.D. tra. The four different or- down- radio station. chestras put on several town, and Postdoctoral Fellow The American Indian performances throughout Mercer Student Association has been 2000-2005 the school year. Aquatic running an annual University Park and The School of Music Scanlon of Iowa Powwow and Ameri- Japan also has several other per- can Indian Arts and Crafts Gym are forming ensembles, including choirs, located Festival held in April, at Carver-Hawkeye bands, faculty, and percussion groups. Arena, for more than ten years. The on the Over thirty music ensembles perform east side Riverside Theatre’s outdoor Powwow features Native American mu- throughout the school year at more than stage at Lower City Park sic, dancing, food, and arts and crafts. 100 different events. Visit the School of of town. Page 8 Campbell Lab

Traveling in Iowa

When people first think of Cave in north- Bicycle Ride weeks. The Iowa State fair is Iowa most often they picture eastern Iowa. Across Iowa a showcase of livestock, fields of corn; however, Iowa It is the long- (RAGBRAI). food, crafts, games, shows, has much more to offer than est cave sys- RAGBRAI was and many other treats. It corn. tem in the started in 1973 boasts an attendance of state. For as a challenge over one million people Coralville Lake and Lake more informa- between two of each year and is nationally McBride State Park are both tion on the the Des Moines acclaimed. It attracts people excellent places to go fishing, Coldwater Register’s re- from all over the Midwest, hiking, and boating - just make Cave Project Dunning Springs Park in porters. Since the nation, and abroad. sure to stop and get your fish- click here. Decorah, Iowa then, RAGBRAI Some of the most adver- ing license first. There are has grown in tised sights at the fair are many state parks and lakes in If you like life above size and scope. People from the “Largest Hog” contest, Iowa where the fishing is su- ground, you might like to pick across the globe come each the Butter Cow, and the perb. Iowa also allows some up a map of Iowa, jump in the year to join in the annual bike Ugliest Cake contest. Each types of hunting; you will want car, and start driving. Just ride across the year the to make sure to get a hunting northwest of Iowa City there state. The Iowa State license first. Click here for are a group of towns known as course for fair has en- more information concerning the Amana colonies. The RAGBRAI tertainment hunting and fishing licenses. Amanas were started by Ger- changes each from some man settlers. Today the towns year, that way of the best Iowa is full of many natural have many German-influenced resources. There are over 50 all parts of the musical art- stores and restaurants, and state get to ists. There state parks (for a complete list they welcome tourists. To the click here). Many of the state host the riders. are numer- southwest of Iowa City is the RAGBRAI ous free live parks allow fishing, camping, town of Kalona. In Kalona you swimming, boating, and they takes place shows avail- can learn about the Amish each summer, able to peo- often have hiking trails. Some community and their way of of the parks even have caves, and the course ple inside the life. There are shops in Kalona always starts park. Many complete with stalactites and that feature handmade furni- stalagmites. Maquoketa caves, on the western of the ture, handmade quilts, cheese, border of Iowa booths at north of Davenport, has trails and various other goodies. that lead you through many at the Missouri The Butter Cow, one of the the State About two hours north of Iowa River. The Fair give out different caves. Crystal Lake City, is the town of Dyersville best known features at the Cave, south of Dubuque, is a journey is com- annual Iowa State fair free samples (map). Dyersville was the film pleted a week of their living cave that currently gives location for the movie “Field of tours. There is also Coldwater later on the eastern border at products, and sometimes Dreams.” The film site is still the Mississippi River. Many you even get to taste some open to the public, and there RAGBRAI enthusiasts dip their of Blue Bunny’s new ice are often baseball games played rear tire into the Missouri cream flavors (Blue Bunny is on the field. River before starting off and made in Le Mars, Iowa). The Mississippi River is the then end the trek by dipping There is something for eve- longest river in the United their front tire in the Missis- ryone to enjoy at the Iowa States, and it makes up the sippi. State fair. entire eastern border of Iowa. There are also many op- Des Moines, the capital The Mississippi River road is a portunities to rent a canoe of Iowa, has many fun and nice place to drive in the fall. along many of Iowa’s rivers. You are able to see many of Other outdoor activities in- the leaves on the trees chang- clude water skiing in the sum- ing colors, and you can often mer and cross country skiing in spot bald eagles, the U.S. na- the winter. Some people have tional bird. Click here for ideas even found opportunities to go on where to view the bald diving in some of the quarries. eagle. One of Iowa’s largest Another good way to see events is the Iowa State fair, Crystal Lake Cave in Du- the state of Iowa is to ride on buque, Iowa—a living cave which takes place in Des the Register’s Annual Great Moines every August for two The Iowa state capital with guided tours building in Des Moines Campbell Lab Survival Guide Page 9 exciting places corn to aid that its by running water. The park the famous English story- to visit. The district. This has many hiking and walking book series, even makes a Science Center program began trails, and also features numer- stop at the train station of Iowa has a friendship ous picnicking spots, fishing, once a year, and he often interactive culminating in a and camping. As you drive up brings some of his friends displays in life sister-state to the Ledges there is a lot of with him. and physical relationship, the flat farmland, then, almost out Lost Island Adventure sciences. The first of its kind of nowhere you come to a Park in Waterloo is a grow- Science Center between the grove of trees. Hiding behind ing water playground for also has an United States these trees is a roadway with people of all ages. The park IMAX theatre, and Japan. As a many twists and steep drops features numerous water traveling exhib- sign of their that leads you down into the slides, a lazy river, a lagoon, its, and a plane- appreciation, bottom of the Ledges. When and even a wave pool. Just tarium. Visitors the citizens of you reach the bottom and step outside of the water park are encouraged the Yamanashi out of your vehicle, it is hard to grounds there is an arcade, to explore the presented a imagine that this place really a miniature golf course, and human body, monument to exists in Iowa. These cliffs are the solar sys- The Science Center of Iowa, Iowa in 1962. truly a wondrous sight, made a go-kart speedway. located in Des Moines tem, and caves, The 2,000- even more special by being If you feel like taking a and when they pound temple right in the heart of the state. If small trip to Holland, but are finished they can stop off at bell of peace and friendship, as you enjoy going to parks like cannot afford the airfare, the gift shop for a souvenir or well as the structure that this, then Palisades Kepler State visit Pella, Iowa. Pella was the café for a snack. houses it, were made in Japan.” Park near Cedar Rapids is a originally settled by the closer option that also has Dutch, and in early May While in Des Moines, pro- - The Iowa Legislature website. hiking trails. Wildcat Den State each year the city has a nounced dih-MOYN, you might Des Moines also boasts numer- Park offers winding trails that want to stop at the state capital ous golfing facilities and even lead to picturesque areas with building, the Historical Mu- hosts a Professional Golfers’ names like “Devil’s Punch seum, Blank Park Zoo, Living Association (PGA) tournament. Bowl” and “Fat Man’s History Farms, or many of the The Allianz other attractions that Des Championship Squeeze.” Moines has to offer. Just to the tournament The Iowa east of Des Moines is Adven- often attracts Arboretum is tureland Park. Adventureland is well known near the Ledges Iowa’s very own theme park. It professional State Park and is full of thrill rides, rol- golfers from is free to the lercoasters, live shows, water across the na- public. The rides, and more. tion. gardens contain Tulip Festival in Pella, Iowa many varieties The grounds where the The bridges of trees, Iowa State Capital building is of Madison shrubs, and Tulip Festival. The city also located also features numerous County have flowers. If you has a historic village that is statues and gifts from around been the inspi- like arbore- open 10 months of the year. the world. “After typhoons in ration of a novel tums, the city The village boasts the tallest 1959 severely damaged crops, and a movie. of Dubuque is working windmill in the homes, and farmlands of the These covered home to the United States. Yamanashi prefecture in Japan, bridges are The steam engine at the Dubuque Arbo- citizens of Iowa generously historic to Iowa Boone & Scenic Valley Rail- retum, which sent breeding hogs and feed and are cur- road pulling passengers across features English Come and discover Iowa – a rently being the mile high bridge and Japanese state with more to offer preserved. gardens, as well than just corn fields. Madison County is not the only place in Iowa that these bridges as a children’s garden. exist, but they happen to be If you enjoy trains, the For more information on places the best protected bridges in Boone & Scenic Valley Railroad to go and things to see in Iowa Iowa. Museum is a good place to visit. visit www.traveliowa.com. You You can take a ride on three can find information on places The Ledges State Park, different types of trains: diesel, to stay, things to do, and even The water often covers the located 4 miles south of Boone, electric, and coal powered. request travel materials, includ- roads at the Ledges State Park, Iowa, is a park that has been Thomas the Tank Engine, from ing maps and guides. making it fun to play in and carved out of limestone depos- drive through Page 10 Campbell Lab

Semi-professional sports in Iowa

Although the state of Iowa does Rapids Kernels, the Sioux City Explor- Rapids, and 2004- not have a professional sports team, it ers, and the Iowa Cubs. Minor League Waterloo). does have semi-professional teams in Baseball games can be just as exciting Whether you hockey, baseball, football, and soccer. as watching Major League Baseball. Many of the players in the Major like American The six Minor League Baseball League played on Minor League teams football, or prefer teams in Iowa are: The Burlington prior to becoming professional base- soccer, Iowa has Bees, the Clinton LumberKings, the semi-professional ball players. Quad Cities River Bandits, the Cedar teams in both Cedar Rapids RoughRiders The Des Moines Buccaneers, the types of football. celebrating their 2005 Clark Cedar Rapids RoughRiders, the Sioux The two football Cup win City Musketeers, and the Waterloo teams in Iowa are Black Hawks are all part of the United the Iowa Barnstormers and the Iowa States Hockey League (USHL). The Blackhawks. If you prefer soccer, USHL is an amateur league that con- then check out a Des Moines Menace sists of fourteen teams from cities all game. The Des Moines Menace soc- around the Midwest. In recent years cer team was formed in 1994 and is all four teams have been winners of part of the Premier Development Fans watching a Kernels base- the coveted Clark Cup (2007-Sioux League (PDL). The Menace are the ball game City, 2006-Des Moines, 2005-Cedar 2009 Heartland Division Champions.

Children

Iowa City is of hiring your own They can play that it puts to- full of some of nanny to look after with bubbles, gether for chil- the best educa- your children. make tornados, dren of all ages. tional facilities in Some nannies are and participate They organize the state. For college students in many other events in swim- children that are that watch children science-related ming, arts and not quite ready before and/or after activities. The crafts, sports, to go to kinder- school. If you want Science Station and much more. garten there are The Science Station and to hire a nanny, a is also has an numerous day- Iowa’s first IMAX theater good way to adver- IMAX theatre— Wilson’s care centers, in Cedar Rapids tise is through the the first in the Apple Orchard is preschools, and Daily Iowan or fun to visit in the state of Iowa. fall, whether you there is the option of employ- online at JobNet. ing a private nanny. Choosing a The Iowa Coralville Community go there to pick daycare or preschool can be a When it comes to things to City Public Li- Aquatic Center apples, or to bit difficult as the choices in do with your children, two of brary also has pick out a pump- how to structure early child- the best local options are the programs and activities for kin. It is an adventure the hood education vary greatly. Iowa Children’s Museum in children. Visit their Children’s whole family is sure to These differences can be seen Coral Ridge Mall and the Sci- Library to speak with one of enjoy. ence Station in Cedar Rapids. the librarians and to gain more in many of the area childcare In the summer of 2004 centers. Many of the childcare The Iowa Children’s Museum is information on activities and a hands on good time for kids events that they will be hosting Coralville opened the centers that are close to the Coralville Community University of Iowa are located and parents alike. Kids get to for children. explore many dif- Aquatic Center. This out- on Melrose Avenue. A good Because Iowa door aquatic center is a fun way to find a childcare center ferent activities in the museum. The City has numer- playground for all ages. that will suit you and your child ous parks, it is a There are three water is to contact 4Cs. 4Cs Com- museum also offers many different pro- great place for slides, diving boards, and a munity Coordinated Child kids. The City of splash deck. It is a fun way Care Resource & Referral is grams for kids. The Science Station in Iowa City Parks to cool off during the hot located next to the Sycamore & Recreation summer months. They also Mall on the east side of Iowa Cedar Rapids is Iowa Children’s Museum, another hands on department has have a Party Deck for spe- City. There is also the option located in Coral Ridge many activities good time for kids. Mall cial events. Campbell Lab Survival Guide Page 11 Health Care services Iowa City and Coralville offer a mul- 2767. They have registered nurses who In addition to doctors and dentists, titude of health care services, from fam- can help you find the right health care there are many alternative medical treat- ily care doctors to acupuncturists. option for you. ments available. Chiropractors diagnose In the United States most people see There are also family practice doc- and treat patients whose health prob- a family practice physician for regular tors that are in the Iowa City area that lems are associated with the body’s mus- medical treatments. A family practice are not part of the University. It is im- cular, nervous, and skeletal systems, physician is a medi- portant that you especially the spine. Some insurance cal doctor trained make sure that the companies will pay for a chiropractic to treat patients at doctor you see visit, however, others may require that any age, with any accepts your health you pay a co-pay at the time services are type of problem. A insurance so that rendered. Click here for a listing of chi- family practice phy- your visit is cov- ropractors in the Iowa City area. sician can prescribe ered and you do medicine for many not have to pay a Below is a list of alternative medical illnesses, and they large bill. If you are treatments available in the area: will refer you to a a University em- • Acupuncturists specialist if they feel ployee this usually • Holistic Medicine that you need to be means that it is best • Hypnotherapists treated by a doctor for you to see a University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics • Therapeutic Massage that is trained in doctor at one of the one specific field. Modern medical facili- University clinics. If you are an HHMI ties are available at the University of employee, it might be a good idea to ask Iowa Hospitals and Clinics (UIHC) and another HHMI lab member where they Mercy Hospital. Both have a wide variety go to the doctor, as some HHMI em- of services for their patients. ployees use Mercy services instead of UIHC has two family practice clinics UIHC. located in Iowa City, as well as special- Dentists and Optometrists can also ized clinics for cancer, dermatology, be an important part of staying healthy. endocrinology, among others. UIHC also Your dental insurance often helps you to offers interpreters for their patients. If pay for your dental expenses. Make sure you are having difficulty understanding that the dentist you visit accepts your your doctor, ask if they can get an inter- dental insurance. Opticians are able to Stones for a hot stone massage diagnose astigmatisms, cataracts, and preter to assist you. Mercy has personalized assistance to other eye related problems. If you have help you find a doctor and make an ap- vision insurance it will typically help pointment. You can contact Mercy On cover the costs of eye exams and cor- Call at 358-2767 or toll free at 800-358- rective lenses.

What to like about living and working in Iowa City

• The best thing here is that it is quiet and • It is quiet and has lots of natural beauty. very international. -Hajime Kusano -Daniel Beltran • This is a big lab and there are many tal- • I like the size and spirit of Iowa City – very ented persons from whom I can learn. small but nice and alive. -Renzhi Han -Elena Gertsen • Being a small city, it’s easy to move around • It is easy to get involved in local civic or- and get to know the city. ganizations. There are plenty of organiza- -Hollie Harper tions that need volunteers. • [Iowa City] is a great college town wher -Severine Groh eyou can meet many people, yet it is full of • Friendly, helpful people. NO TRAFFIC. culture. People from all over the world Great schools. come here for both school and work. There are always events, whether it is in Fountain on the Ped- -Michael Henry Mall in downtown the arts or athletics. There are many op- Iowa City Page 12 Campbell Lab

Weather

Iowa weather tends to be a little City. Many homes, businesses, and Uni- unpredictable. It is not uncommon to versity buildings were affected, but the have a day where it is 65°F (18°C) and Arts Campus was hit particularly hard. sunny, and then the next morning wake The University of Iowa is still in the up to find that it will only be 40°F (4°C) process of repairing and rebuilding from and raining. Weather can also change the 2008 flood. Information about floods in Iowa City and the surrounding area can be found at the Iowa Flood website. The spring and summer months are often marked with periods of thunder- storms. Sometimes these storms will Tornado twisting through an Iowa have hail, or even tornados. Severe weather warnings are announced on the local television and radio stations. If ∗ Debris dropping from the sky. there is a tornado warning issued, the ∗ An obvious "funnel-shaped" cloud that A foggy morning at FW Kent tornado sirens will sound, that means to is rotating, or debris such as branches State Park take cover as a tornado or leaves being pulled upwards, is possible. It is a good even if no funnel cloud is visible. dramatically throughout the day during idea to have a radio that any season. In the summers it can get will run on batteries in Iowa winters can be just as very hot and humid. During the winters case you lose the power unpredictable as the Iowa spring there is often snow and ice, as well as in your house or apart- and summer. Winter in Iowa is very cold temperatures to endure. ment. Radio station often marked with heavy snow During the spring Iowa has many 600AM has continuous falls and ice. There are times when rainstorms, and it is not uncommon to storm coverage during conditions are just right, and an ice have heavy fog on some mornings. The severe storms. Iowa City storm will occur. The tempera- spring months also mark the beginning of will sound two different tures can also drop well below severe weather. The temperatures often sirens at the same time if freezing. During the winter it is fluctuate greatly during these months. a tornado is imminent. important to remember that be- Mornings are often cool, afternoons can Taking shelter in the cause of the wind, it often is be warm, and sometimes even hot. Be- lowest spot available is colder than the actual tempera- cause of this, there are increased highly advised. Stay away Mild days during fall are ture. Having a good warm coat, a chances for severe weather. from windows, and re- common in Iowa hat, gloves, and boots are essential Flooding is natural and common member to protect your for Iowa winters. At times the occurrence in Iowa during the spring and head with blankets, pillows, or even a weather during the winter makes travel- summer. When the temperatures begin mattress. Tornados are unpredictable ing unadvisable. Local television and to rise in the spring, the snow from the and are very dangerous. radio stations will announce school and winter begins to melt, the water level in business closings due to the inclement Signs to watch for: weather. They will also announce if ∗ A sickly greenish or greenish black roads are closed because of dangerous color to the sky. driving conditions. ∗ If there is a watch or warning posted and you see hail, be prepared to take cover, as a tornado is likely. ∗ A strange quiet that occurs within or shortly after the thunderstorm. ∗ Clouds moving very quickly, especially in a rotating pattern or converging Iowa City during the floods of 1993 toward one area of the sky. ∗ A sound similar to that of a waterfall the river rises. When this melting is or rushing air at first, that later turns combined with heavy rain, flooding can into a roar as it comes closer. The occur. In the summer of 2008 many sound of a tornado has been likened to rivers throughout the state of Iowa Convoy of plows trying to keep up with that of both railroad trains and jets. the falling snow flooded, including the Iowa River in Iowa Campbell Lab Page 13

Other places to see

Many Campbell Lab mem- historic Lincoln-related sites in proudly overlooking The Ave- with it a lot of history. Fulton, bers enjoy traveling to other and around Springfield. nue of Flags. Nearby artists are Missouri is where Westmin- parts of the country that are In Utica, Illinois is the now working on a new sculp- ster College is located. What outside of Iowa. Chicago, Illi- beautiful Starved Rock State ture. The Crazy Horse Memo- makes this college and the city nois is the closest metropoli- Park which is listed as one of rial is to be a monument for all of Fulton important are their tan city to Iowa City. It is only the top 10 places to see the Native Americans, and their historical ties to Europe. In a 4 hour drive by car. Chicago leaves change color. It is only great leaders. South Dakota is 1946 Sir Winston Churchill is home to many sights and about 2 hours away from Iowa also known for the Black Hills made a speech at this school, sounds including the Art Insti- City. It has many hiking trails, and the Badlands. The Black about an “Iron Curtain” that tute of Chicago, the Shedd and offers horseback riding, Hills National Forest is full of had descended in Europe. The Aquarium, the Field Museum, hunting, fishing, and boating. caves, canyons, and dizzying historical speech has been Navy Pier, and some great The scenic state park is com- peaks. Badlands National Park memorialized by the recon- shopping. Chicago is home to plete with caverns, waterfalls, has much to offer in the way of struction of the bombed out the Chicago Cubs and and cliffs. history and outdoor activities. Church of St. Mary Alderman- the Chicago White Sox, Minneapo- The state of Nebraska bury. It was removed from the two major league base- lis, Minnesota borders Iowa on it’s west. Just city of London as a gift from ball teams. The Chicago is another across the Missouri River lies the British Parliament. It was Bears, a professional large metro- the city of Omaha, Nebraska. reconstructed and now looks American football team, politan city. It The Henry Doorly Zoo in much as it did before the and the Chicago Bulls, a is located just Omaha is a world-class animal World War II bombings. On professional basketball over 300 miles menagerie. The Omaha Zoo the lawn outside of the church team, also call Chicago north of Iowa has an indoor jungle, a desert is a sculpture made from a their home. City, in Minne- dome, the Hubbard Gorilla portion of the Berlin Wall, Chicago has some of sota. Like Chi- Valley and Hubbard Orangutan called “Breakthrough.” the best shopping in the cago, Minnea- Forest, and a petting zoo for The St. Louis Zoo, St. Midwest. Downtown is polis also has kids. Louis Union Station, St. Louis host to many designer professional Missouri makes up Iowa’s Science Center, and a sculp- shops like Gucci, Michigan Avenue sky- sports teams southern border and is home ture park are just a few of the line at night. Horse Barney’s, Louis Vuitton, drawn carriage rides in baseball, to Kansas City and St. Louis. amenities that St. Louis has to Lord & Taylor, Saks, just are also available on basketball Kansas City has many attrac- offer visitors. The Gateway to name a few. Most of Michigan Avenue (men’s and tions to keep almost anyone Arch, in St. Louis, was built to these stores are located women’s), ice busy. Worlds of Fun and commemorate the westward right on North Michigan Ave- hockey, and American football. Oceans of Fun are two theme expansion of the United States nue, which is also known as Just south of Minneapolis is the parks that have made their during the 1800s. the Magnificent Mile. largest mall in the United home in Kansas City. While There are many places to Gurnee, Illinois, just north States. The Mall of America visiting the Crown Center, in visit in the continental United of Chicago is home to Six Flags has three main levels of shop- downtown Kansas City, you States, the places featured here amusement park. Six Flags ping, an indoor amusement can stop at the Crayola Café are just the beginning of what Great America and Hurricane park, and an aquarium—it have some lunch, and then go surrounds Iowa. So take a trip Harbor are full of rol- would take days to shop at to the Crayola store next door and enjoy your stay here. lercoasters, thrill rides, water every store, go on all the rides, and watch crayons being made. For information on other rides, and the American and visit the aquarium. Minnea- Mov- major cities in the United amusement park food staple— polis has over 50 museums ing States click on the links below. funnel cake. Six Flags Great that feature art, history, and fur- • New York City America also boasts a double- science. The Museum of Rus- ther • Washington, DC decker carousel. To find out sian Art is the only one of its east- • Los Angeles what else Chicago and the kind in North America. ward • Boston Chicago area have to offer go To Iowa’s northwest lies into • San Francisco the state of South Dakota, Mis- to www.chicagotraveler.com. • Philadelphia Illinois was also the home where the sculptor Gutzon souri of the 16th American Presi- Borglum carved into a granite there • Miami dent, Abraham Lincoln. Lincoln cliff the faces of four of Amer- is a • Denver • Houston was from Springfield, Illinois, ica’s leading presidents, small The Church of St. the state’s capital. The Abra- George Washington, Thomas city Mary Aldermanbury as • Phoenix ham Lincoln Presidential Li- Jefferson, Abraham Lincoln, that seen through • Dallas brary and Museum is located and Theodore Roosevelt. car- “Breakthrough,” in • Nashville in Springfield. There are many Mount Rushmore stands ries Fulton, Missouri • Seattle Page 14 Campbell Lab

Taxes

When you start a job in the United state and federal taxes. The U.S. govern- Everyone who earns money in Iowa States you are required to fill out certain ment requires that all persons living must file a State of Iowa income tax tax forms such as a W-4 form. The per- inside the United States pay taxes on return. There is a line on the tax return son who gives you these forms, whether their income. The Internal Revenue Ser- that allows for non-resident credit. the University of Iowa or Howard vice (IRS) handles the tax returns that There is an additional form that must be Hughes Medical Institute, should be able are filed. Federal tax returns are due on filled out in order to figure the amount to help you with any questions you have April 15 every year (your taxes must be of credit you will receive. The State of concerning them. postmarked by April 15, otherwise you Iowa has all of the forms and instructions At the beginning of each year, people may be subject to late fees). available on their website. in America start preparing to file their There are special rules for foreign If you want help filing your tax re- students and scholars that turns there are services available. While are filing tax returns. The some tax preparation services are free, Office of International many of them charge fees. The Iowa Students & Scholars Department of Revenue has links to (OISS) provides tax assis- some online tax preparation services, tance beginning in Febru- and the OISS offers tax-filing software ary each year. Check their and classes in the spring to help with tax website for more informa- filing. You can also take your taxes to tion about taxation. For local specialists, like H&R Block. detailed information con- cerning forms, exemp- The local public library will also tions, and income report- have tax forms and instructions available ing the IRS has a website for free. For more information about the that provides much of this tax services that the Iowa City Public information. Libraries offers, click here.

The comforts that make it home

These days it seems like everyone for new customers. Another option for good basic website for a guide to these has a cell phone. There are a few differ- cable television is to contact a cable services in Iowa City. ent cell phone companies in Iowa City. satellite provider, such as DirecTV or Owning pets can be a good stress AT&T, Verizon, and U.S. Cellular are the Dish Network. relief, and they make great companions. most widely used among lab One thing that can be There are several places in Iowa City members because they have very useful in the United and Coralville to get a new pet. One of good local coverage, as well as “I definitely got States is a government the best places to start looking is at the good coverage when traveling issued photo ID. A Iowa City Animal Shelter. You can also to other places. addicted to having a driver’s license issued by locate pets online at petfinder.com Three companies that the state that you are Something to keep in mind when think- provide telephone service to cell phone… as well living in can serve as this ing about getting a pet is if the place the houses in Iowa City and as an internet cable photo ID. If you do not where you are living allows pets. Many Coralville are Qwest, Media- want to get a driver’s apartment buildings in Iowa City do not com, and McLeod USA. All connection!” license, it is also possible allow pets. If they do, it usually includes a three companies offer more to get a photo ID from monthly fee and a non-refundable de- than just typical phone service, Severine Groh, Ph.D. the driver’s license sta- posit. There are many good veterinarians ask their company representa- Postdoctoral Fellow tion. in Iowa City and Coralville—ask lab tives for more information When you live in off- personnel who they prefer. about their products and what 2001-2007 campus housing there are might suit your needs (i.e. also basic utilities to international calling, internet France think about. If they are connection, etc.) not included in your rent, Mediacom is also the local water, trash removal, and provider for cable television. Mediacom sewage are all run by the local city gov- also provides cable internet services. ernments. Electricity and gas are pro- They usually have promotional discounts vided by MidAmerican Energy. Here is a Campbell Lab Page 15

Religious Observances

Iowa City and Coralville The following Christian Episcopal, Methodist Free, have religious facilities to fit the denominations have churches Methodist United, Missionary, needs of many different people. in the area: Anglican Catholic, Nazarene, Non- Religious organizations with Apostolic, Assemblies of God, Denominational, Presbyterian facilities in Iowa City include Baptist, Bible, Catholic, Charis- Church in America, Presbyte- Baha'i Faith, Iowa City Zen matic, Christian, Christian rian (USA), Quaker, Commu- Center, Parkview Evangelical (Disciples of Christ), Christian nity of Christ, Salvation Army, Free Church, and Presbytery of Reformed, Christian Science, Seventh-Day Adventist, Unitar- East Iowa. Church of Christ, Church of ian Universalist, and United The sun setting over Iowa Mosques in Iowa City: the Jesus Christ of Latter-day Church of Christ. Islamic Society of Iowa City. Saints, Episcopal, Evangelical The United Campus Minis- Synagogues in Iowa City: Free, Foursquare Gospel, Jeho- tries serves various denomina- Agudas Achim Congregation vah's Witnesses, Lutheran, tions. Click here for more in- and B'Nai B'Rith Hillel Founda- Lutheran Evangelical Synod, formation regarding the reli- tion. Mennonite, Methodist African gious facilities mentioned.

English classes Difficult things about moving It is Campbell Lab policy to have private lessons a tutor that English be spoken inside of might be a good choice for you. the lab at all times. We under- Because the University of It can be difficult to move the United States. The compa- stand that this is not always an Iowa attracts many interna- to a new place. Moving to a nies will hold the money and easy task, and because of that tional scholars, the community, new country can be even more return it to you after a year if the University of Iowa does as a whole, understands that daunting. In the United States all of your bills are paid on offer IIE Communication Skills many people may not be com- the first couple of weeks can time. for Professionals—this is an fortable with speaking English. be a little rough for foreigners, It can also be difficult to English class specifically de- Religious centers will some- because when they first arrive leave your family and your signed for visiting scholars, post times offer free English classes there are some things that friends back home. However, doctoral fellows, and research- to members of the community. can’t be set up without a social because of the size of the Uni- ers. To see what former stu- These classes are not religious security number. versity there are people from dents of the IIE Communica- in nature, instead they are Non-US citizens often have all over the world that live in tions skills for Professionals sponsored by the facility so to pay an extra fee when set- Iowa City, so you can end up courses thought of the pro- that participants do not need ting up accounts with utility or making friends with a very di- phone companies because of verse and worldly group of gram, click here. If you prefer to pay a fee. the lack of any credit history in people.

Lab Parties The at Halloween and one there have been barbeques, Camp- in the winter. There bowling parties, even bell Lab are also other times lunches when the Hawkeye is more when people in the lab Men’s basketball team goes than just decide to get together. to a really big tournament. a place Sometimes a trip to a All of these gatherings are a to work, restaurant is organized good way to get to know it is a among the lab mem- the people with whom you place bers for dinner one work and for them to get to Lab members at the lab where night, just so that eve- Kevin, Rita Barresi, Motoi know you a bit better. Par- Winter party you can ryone has a chance to Kanagawa, and Yvonne ties, dinners, and other make interact with each Kobayashi celebrate LARGE friendly gatherings make the friends and have a good time. The other on a more per- over sushi laboratory atmosphere Campbell Lab often has lab parties, one sonal level. In the past more inviting. CAMPBELL LAB Iowa, Fields of Opportunities HOWARD HUGHES MEDICAL INSTITUTE Banks that lab members recommend: UNIVERSITY OF IOWA • Hills Bank & Trust Company (small and locally owned, very friendly & helpful staff) 4283 CBRB 285 NEWTON RD. • University of Iowa Community Credit Union (they have an ATM in the lobby of MERF and inside IOWA CITY, IA 52242 the hospital) • US Bank (a larger bank with offices and ATMS around the country) Phone: 319-335-8655 It is also suggested that when a bank offers you an ATM card to make sure that it is a VISA or MasterCard check Fax: 319-335-6957 card. This can be used like a credit card to make purchases, but the money will come out of your bank account.

Many banks also offer online bill paying. Ask a bank employee about details.

List of helpful websites: Official State of Iowa website City of Iowa City website City of Coralville website National Weather Service Dexonline.com—online phone directory, also has links to maps Google Maps — free online maps and directions Cultural Corridor.org Office of International Students & Scholars Opportunity at Iowa (the Diversity Center at the University of Iowa) list of student organizations University of Iowa UI Building Abbreviations -- CBRB = Carver Biomedical Research Building

Important contact information

Social Security office UI Office of International Stu- UTILITIES Social Security Administration dents and Scholars Cable: Mediacom 400 S. Clinton Street 1111 University Capitol Centre Phone: (888) 847-6228 Room 206 University of Iowa Iowa City, IA 52240 Iowa City IA 52242 Satellite: DirecTV Phone: (319) 338-9461 Phone: (319) 335-0335 Phone: (888) 777-2454 or 1-800-772-1213 Motor Vehicle Department Electric: MidAmerican Energy Iowa City Transit Iowa City Driver's License Phone: (888) 427-5632 1200 South Riverside Drive Station Iowa City, IA 52240 Telephone Companies: Phone: (319) 356-5151 Eastdale Mall McLeod USA: Coralville Transit 1700 South First Avenue (800) 500-3453 708 E. 2nd Avenue Iowa City, IA 52240 Coralville, IA 52241 Phone: (319) 338-5294 Qwest: Phone: (319) 248-1790 Iowa City Public Library (800) 475-7526 Iowa City/Coralville Visitor’s 123 South Linn Street Water: Bureau Iowa City, IA 52240 900 First Avenue Phone: (319) 356-5200 Iowa City: (319) 356-5066 Coralville, Iowa 52241 Coralville: (319) 248-1715 Phone: (319) 337-6592 or 1-800-283-6592