Our Mission

earthwords: the undergraduate literary review showcases the best literary and artistic endeavors of students attending the University of Iowa. Our publication provides its staff with the experience of producing a literary magazine in real-time by ethically reading, selecting, and supporting the work and authors found in every issue. The earthwords team is committed to broadening its accessibility, empowering our community, and promoting equity and justice for underrepresented voices. Although the team, style, and length change every year, earthwords’s dedication to promoting the diverse array of undergraduate creative works is a constant.