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The Daily Iowan

The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

The Daily Iowan

The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

The Daily Iowan

Veterans and event goers hold a conversation at the reception after the University of Iowa Veterans Plaza Dedication at the Iowa Memorial Union in Iowa City on Friday, Nov. 10, 2023.

UI hosts dedication for new Veterans Plaza outside Iowa Memorial Union

Alejandro Rojas and Roxy Ekberg November 10, 2023

The University of Iowa dedicated a new memorial for current and former Hawkeyes in the armed forces outside the Iowa Memorial Union on Friday afternoon — the day before Veterans Day. The UI Veterans...

A student protestor holds up a “Free Palestine” sign during a demonstration on the University of Iowa campus to demand more support for Palestinian students and anti-apartheid causes, and for University administrators to be held accountable for providing resources to Israel. The demonstration began outside of Jessup Hall and then marched to President Barbara Wilson’s house on Thursday, Nov. 9, 2033.

IC students organize pro-Palestine walkout on the Pentacrest Friday afternoon

Roxy Ekberg and Alejandro Rojas November 10, 2023

Iowa City high school students and residents gathered on the Pentacrest on Friday’s chilly afternoon to protest the Israel-Hamas war. The protest is one of many in Iowa and nationwide regarding...

Student protestors gather on the University of Iowa campus to demand more support for Palestinian students and anti-apartheid causes, and for University administrators to be held accountable for providing resources to Israel. The demonstration began outside of Jessup Hall and then marched to the Presidents Residence on Thursday, Nov. 9, 2033.

Photos: Students hold a Pro-Palestine Protest and call on President Barbara Wilson

Ava Neumaier, Photojournalist November 9, 2023

Yahir Jimenez and other student protestors held a pro-Palestine demonstration on the University of Iowa campus on Thursday. The protest demanded more support for Palestinian students during the ongoing...

Photo illustration by Theodore Retsinas

USG working to have protective Nightcap cover for drinks

Julia Rhodes, News Reporter November 8, 2023

University of Iowa third-year student Madison Ross is leading an initiative for Undergraduate Student Government to give students access to the reusable drink cover Nightcaps.   This is Ross’s...

Members raise posters showing the final amount raised during the University of Iowa Dance Marathon’s “Day to Dance Marathon” Power Hour at the Iowa Memorial Union in Iowa City on Tuesday, Nov. 7, 2023. The organization raised $253,695.30 during its 24-hour fundraising event.

UI Dance Marathon raises nearly $254,000 in donations for pediatric cancer

Olivia Gamertsfelder, News Reporter November 8, 2023

The song “Livin’ on a Prayer” was one of many that rang through the Iowa Memorial Union’s international ballroom Tuesday night as students participated in the University of Iowa Dance Marathon’s...

Currier Residence Hall is seen on August 30, 2020.

UI requests regent approval for campus renovations totaling over $100 million

Shreya Reddy, News Reporter November 7, 2023

The University of Iowa is requesting permission to proceed with new project plans from the state Board of Regents, according to an agenda Tuesday. The combined cost of the proposed projects will be...

University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics is seen on April 2, 2022.

UIHC names Bradley Haws as new CEO, associate vice president of health care

Jack Moore, News Reporter November 7, 2023

The University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics named Bradley Haws as new CEO and associate vice president of health care on Tuesday, with Haws set to start on Nov. 29.  Haws will succeed previous...

The Lindquist Center is seen in Iowa City on Monday, Nov. 6, 2023.

(Theodore Retsinas/The Daily Iowan)

UI College of Education grant to combat shortages of mental health professionals in schools

Olivia Gamertsfelder, News Reporter November 6, 2023

After receiving a $5.38 million grant, the University of Iowa College of Education has put the money toward funding 72 graduate students over five years to assist shortages in school-based mental health...

Mercy Hospital is seen in Iowa City on Wednesday, March 12, 2023.

Court approves UI acquisition of Mercy Iowa City

Alejandro Rojas, News Editor November 6, 2023

The University of Iowa’s acquisition of Mercy Iowa City was approved by the bankruptcy court Monday morning. The sale’s approval closes a prolonged saga in which the UI originally lost the auction...

Patti Fields poses for a portrait at Pappajohn Business Building in Iowa City on Oct. 31, 2023.

UI business school welcomes Patti Fields as new event coordinator

Grace Olson, News Reporter November 5, 2023

University of Iowa alum Patti Fields has returned to her Hawkeye roots as the new event coordinator for the John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center. Fields said her experience with nonprofits and work...

Event organizers lead a march following a protest supporting to end the occupation of Palestine in Downtown Iowa City on Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023. (Sahithi Shankaiahgari/The Daily Iowan)

Over 100 people gather on Pentacrest to protest Israel-Hamas war

Alejandro Rojas, News Editor November 4, 2023

Over 100 of University of Iowa students and residents gathered on the Pentacrest Saturday to protest the ongoing Israel-Hamas war. The group was protesting in solidarity with Palestine, which has...

Osamamen Oba Eduviere poses for a portrait in Iowa City on Wednesday, Nov. 1, 2023.

Nigerian scholar brings unique perspective to UI Homebuilding in the Heartland project

Julia Rhodes, News Reporter November 1, 2023

Nigerian scholar Osamamen Oba Eduviere has been researching the African immigrant experience in Iowa as a part of the University of Iowa’s “Homebuilding in the Heartland” study. Homebuilding...

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