FAQ 2023

I registered but haven’t received an email from the director. Why not?

Please check your junk mail. Emails were sent out to participants on June 9 or 15/16 and June 23. If you still don’t find information , please email the director at michelle-sillman@uiowa.edu.

Where are classes held?

Workshops will be held in person on the University of Iowa campus in Adler Journalism Building. Campers will stay in Catlett Residence Hall and eat in Burge Marketplace. Each camper will be assigned a counselor and a small group cohort.

What do I need?

  • Suggested items to pack:
    • Cell phone
    • Alarm clock
    • Comfortable walking shoes
    • Umbrella
    • Pocket change for field trip to the Johnson County Fair
    • Pens
    • Notebook/paper
    • Towels (must not be white)
    • Robe and shower shoes
    • Swimsuit
    • If you bring a pillow, do not bring a white pillowcase
  • Instructors will provide specific requirements, if any, for their workshops.
  • Readiness to learn, have fun, and meet new people!

What will the days be like?

You’ll spend time each morning and afternoon in classes with your instructors. You’ll eat meals in the residence hall dining center with your counselor and cohort. In the evenings, there will be planned, group activities or additional instruction time. First and foremost, camp is fun! Take a look at the 2023 Workshop Schedule.

Typical daily schedules:

Monday –Thursday:

      Wake-up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 – 8 a.m.

      Breakfast (Catlett Marketplace) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 – 8:45 a.m. 

      Morning Session . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 – 11:30 a.m.

      Lunch (Catlett Marketplace) . . . . . . . . . .  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

      Afternoon Session . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1:30 – 4:30 p.m.

      Dinner (Catlett Marketplace) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4:45 – 6:15 p.m.

      Free time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6:15 – 6:45 p.m.

      Evening Session . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 – 8 p.m.

      Activities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8:30 p.m.

      Room Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 p.m.

      Lights Out! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11:30 p.m.

Each registered student will receive an email with links to the following information.

Online ISJW resources.

Are scholarships available?

Yes! We offer an ISJW Full-Tuition Scholarship for Underrepresented Communities on a first-come, first-served basis until funding runs out. Apply by June 15, 2023 online by filling out the ISJW Full-Tuition Scholarship form.