Welcome to your journey as a Palmer student! Over the next three years, you’ll dive deep into your studies, but don’t forget to savor the adventures waiting outside of the classroom. From thrilling campus activities to exploring the vibrant Quad Cities, we’ve crafted a bucket list to kickstart your unforgettable experience. Let the fun begin!

1. Get adjusted by D.D. Palmer.  
2. Attend Palmer’s Homecoming (especially the Courtyard Party hosted by student council). 
3. Try some local restaurants that our students have ranked the best.  
4. Visit the Putnam Museum (and look for some items donated by the Palmer Family).
5. Be a segment of the Palmer Spine at the Bix 7 Race.
6. Join a technique club to expand your learning outside of the classroom. 
7. Order one of our barista’s favorite drinks from Dave’s Coffee Corner or Campus Grounds. 
8. Check out a rooftop show at the Last Picture House. 
9. Buy some Palmer merch from the Campus Store. 
10. Visit the Figge Art Museum for FREE using your student ID. 
11. Make s’mores at the fire pit outside VanDuyne Hall. 
12. Check out the Farmer’s Market Downtown Davenport. 
13. Take a tour of the Palmer Family Residence. 
14. Spend a night bowling in the lower level of the Blackhawk Hotel (a student favorite). 
15. Participate in the Palmer Games alongside others in your trimester and battle for first place.
16. Shadow as many doctors as you can in Palmer Clinics. Note: Students must complete HIPAA training via the Office of Compliance’s annual trainings. Shadowers are to oblige by HIPAA guidelines, including patient confidentiality. Once you’re ready to shadow, email the staff doctor ahead of time to arrange a day/time that works for their schedule. 
17. Try QC style pizza! 
18. Attend a Library Study Jam to prepare for finals! 
19. Post a photo on your social media of you with our campus’ giant skeleton in October during National Chiropractic Health Month.
20. Meet with your student mentor. 
21. Take the Channel Cat around the Quad Cities to explore new areas. 
22. Hammock with your friends at VanderVeer Park. 
23. Explore the QC Ale Trail or QC Coffee Trail. 
24. Try joining an intramural sport. 
25. Enjoy a scoop of Whitey’s ice cream.
26. Go to a fitness class in the R. Richard Bittner Athletic & Recreation Center. 
27. Attend an event in the Palmer Center for Business Development as soon as first trimester. 
28. Attend a music show at the Adler Theater, Racoon Motel, Rust Belt or Vibrant Arena. 
29. Take your bike out for some fresh air and good views. P.S. You can rent bikes here!  
30. Check out the hiking options in the QC. 
31. Try Chef Chris’ delicious cooking in the Palmer Café. 
32. Attend Palmer Night at the Quad Cities River Bandits (baseball) or Quad City Storm (hockey). 
33. Celebrate the autumn season by visiting a pumpkin patch in the area. 
34. Attend Alternating Currents, an annual music festival in Downtown Davenport. 
35. Make a Palmer-themed snowman.
36. Give back to the Quad Cities community by volunteering or participating in a student-led initiative like our Christmas Cheer Campaign or hygiene product donation drives. Note: You’ll see these promoted in WAAG! 
37. Attend an event presented by Palmer Center for Business Development. 
38. Play pickleball at one of the many local courts. 
39. Visit the Botanical Center. 
40. Attend a workshop or seminar off campus. 
41. Network with Palmer alumni. 
42. Attend a parade downtown Davenport: St. Patrick’s Day, Festival of Trees, and more! 
43. Cheer on Palmer Rugby at a home game.
44. Watch a movie at the drive-in in Blue Grass, Iowa. 
45. Stop by Mercado on Fifth any Friday night all summer and fall. Enjoy Hispanic cultural pride, food, music, vendors and events. 
46. Spend an afternoon at Niabi Zoo 
47. Spend some time at Iron Tee. 
48. Attend a theatre performance or play at Circa 21, Spotlight Theatre or the Barn Theatre. 
49. Go kayaking on the Mississippi River or Rock River. 
50. Go hiking with some of your friends.