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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

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First Democratic challenger to Joni Ernst announces candidacy

Sarah Watson, Politics Editor May 14, 2019

Kimberly Graham, a lawyer from Indianola, launched her campaign for the Democratic nomination to face Republican incumbent Joni Ernst for a seat in the U.S. Senate. She is the first Democratic challenger...

Rita Hart speaks at the Democratic Gala on Saturday, October 6, 2018. Hart is the State Sen. of the 49th district but is hoping to be elected as Lieutenant Governor. (Thomas A. Stewart/ Daily Iowan)

Democrat Rita Hart launches bid for Dave Loebsack’s seat in Congress

Julia Shanahan, Politics Reporter May 14, 2019

Rita Hart, former Democratic candidate for lieutenant governor and former state senator from Clinton county, launched her campaign for Iowa’s 2nd Congressional District on Tuesday. Hart, who has owned...

The view of all views – stranded on the side of I-80 in Tipton, Iowa.

What to do when stranded on the side of I-80

Charles Peckman, News Reporter May 9, 2019

“Ah, it’s probably nothing,” I’ve learned, is probably not the best attitude to have toward automobile-related predicaments. It was around 8:45 a.m., if I recall correctly; my head was carefully...

Vice President for Student Life Melissa Shivers sits down for an interview with The Daily Iowan in the IMU on May 9, 2019.

Shivers: Campus community committed to making University of Iowa better

Marissa Payne, Managing Editor May 9, 2019

In just over a month, Melissa Shivers can breathe a sigh of relief: She will return to having only one University of Iowa administrator role. Since May 26, 2018, Vice President for Student Life Shivers...

Carlos Nelson and Nadine Petty give a guided tour through the developing Center for Diversity and Enrichment in the Old Capitol Mall on Tuesday, April 16, 2019.

University of Iowa to open a new Student Services Center

Noelle Hass, News Reporter May 9, 2019

The University of Iowa is set to open a new Student Services Center this summer in the University Capitol Center. The move won’t only be a change of location, it will also entail an expansion of services,...

Literary kiosk concludes introductory tour, more to arrive

Literary kiosk concludes introductory tour, more to arrive

Josie Fischels, News Reporter May 9, 2019

From the Iowa City Public Library to the Marion Public Library, a literary kiosk has made monthly stops in Iowa City and area libraries as part of its “Creative Corridor” tour. It will make its final...

University of Iowa Professor Matthew Witry poses for a portrait outside the Pharmacy Building on Monday, May 6, 2019. (Jenna Galligan/The Daily Iowan)

UI pharmacy school uses alums board to engage graduate students

Alexandra Skores, News Reporter May 9, 2019

The University of Iowa College of Pharmacy created the Genesis Board in 2014 to allow students to gather professional development skills both in and outside of the classroom. After many years in the works,...

Aralia Ramirez addresses the audience during the First Gen Summit in the Main Lounge of the IMU on April 13, 2019. Vice President for Student Life Melissa Shivers moderated a panel of first generation undergraduates and graduates to discuss their experience being a first generation student at the university. (Katie Goodale/The Daily Iowan)

University of Iowa receives national recognition for efforts supporting first-generation students

Kelsey Harrell, News Reporter May 9, 2019

After more than 40 years of emphasizing first-generation students, the University of Iowa will receive national recognition from the National Association of Student Personnel Administrators for its initiatives...

The Capitol building in Des Moines is pictured on April 29, 2018.

Governor signs bill allowing stun guns on college campuses

Caleb McCullough, Politics Reporter May 9, 2019

xxGov. Kim Reynolds signed a bill into law on May 9 that prohibits public universities and colleges from banning stun guns on their campuses. The bill, Senate File 188, prevents any state Board of...

Senator Zach Wahls sits in his home in Coralville during an interview with The Daily Iowan on May 7,2019. (Katie Goodale/The Daily Iowan)

Freshman Iowa lawmaker Zach Wahls reflects on first session in Des Moines

Emily Wangen, Politics Reporter May 9, 2019

First-year Sen. Zach Wahls, who first gained fame after a speech in the Iowa House of Representatives went viral when he was a college student, compared his first year in the chamber as a lawmaker to a...

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