DITV: UI Class of 2022 kicks it off at Kinnick

The Hawkeye family welcomes first-year UI students with the annual tradition Kickoff at Kinnick.

Kennedy Cook

Kinnick Stadium welcomes another incoming class of first-year students through the annual On Iowa Kickoff at Kinnick. The event begins with On Iowa leaders guiding their students to the stadium, where they are greeted by faculty, staff, the Hawkeye Spirit Squad, and Dance Marathon members. Throughout the evening, students are encouraged to dance, sing, play games, and mingle with their new Hawkeye family members. The event concludes with the Class of 2022 forming a human “I,” followed by a fireworks show.