Write Now Hawkeye Haiku Contest

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What does "milestone" mean to you?

Join the Write Now: UI Alumni and Friends Hawkeye Haiku Contest and share your take on this year's theme–milestone–through a traditional 5–7–5 haiku. Celebrate an achievement, mark a special moment, or capture a memory that defines you.

Entries open: Nov. 3–14

Prizes:

  • Grades 3–12: Iowa scribe pack + $25 Bookshop.org gift card

  • Adults: $50 Bookshop.org gift card + A Little Book on Form by Robert Hass

All winners will be featured on the UI Write Now Contest website.

Spread the word and show your Iowa creativity!

Enter now: https://www.foriowa.org/write-now/hawkeye-haiku/

Tuesday, November 11, 2025 (all day)
Monday, November 3, 2025 (all day)
Tuesday, November 4, 2025 (all day)
Wednesday, November 5, 2025 (all day)
Thursday, November 6, 2025 (all day)
Friday, November 7, 2025 (all day)
Saturday, November 8, 2025 (all day)
Sunday, November 9, 2025 (all day)
Monday, November 10, 2025 (all day)
Wednesday, November 12, 2025 (all day)
Thursday, November 13, 2025 (all day)
Friday, November 14, 2025 (all day)
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Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to attend all University of Iowa–sponsored events. If you are a person with a disability who requires a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in this program, please contact Tegan Donahue in advance at 319-467-3393 or write.now@foriowa.org.