What can you tell me about Iowa? 
 Ok, Iowa derives its name from the Ioway people, one of the many Native American tribes that occupied the state at the time of European exploration. 
 I didn't know that, any more etymology information? 
 Sorry, I don't have more but there are 3 public universities: Iowa State University, The University of Iowa and University of Norther Iowa. 
 Do you have any information on when it became part of the United States? 
 Sorry, I don't have that information but I can tell you that it is a Midwestern Sate, boardered by the Mississippi River tot he east and the Missouri River and Big Sioux River to the west. 
 Cool, any transportation information? 
 Historically, along the Missouri River, at least five French and English trading houses were built before 1808. 
 Ok, any interesting information? 
 It is bordered by the Mississippi River on the east and the Missouri River and the Big Sioux River on the west. 
 Thank you for your help this evening. 
 You're welcome!
Iowa