Anna Patty (B. A. journalism, Spanish ’03) isn’t afraid to dream big and take risks—characteristics that served her well not only at the University of Iowa, but also today as a business owner, as a community leader, and as a mother of four.

In anticipation of the fall semester, we recently asked seasoned University of Iowa parents to share their tips for move-in day and saying goodbye. The common themes were “less is more” and “short and sweet.