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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

Currier Hall as seen from the UIHC Aircare helicoptor on March 20, 2019 in Iowa City, Iowa.

Editorial: UI needs ‘creative’ solution to housing more students

DI Editorial Board August 29, 2019

Some students seeking a comfortable living arrangement in the residence halls have been duped. UI President Bruce Harreld told the state Board of Regents that officials were “creatively looking”...

Kinnick Stadium is seen fom the north end zone at Iowa Football Media Day on Friday, August 9, 2019.

Guest Opinion: Why can’t Iowa Athletics go green?

August 29, 2019

When it comes to sustainable initiatives, the University of Iowa Athletics Department is struggling to compete within the Big Ten Conference. From facilities to nutrition, the Iowa Athletics program funds...

Opinion: How should we handle antiquated art?

Opinion: How should we handle antiquated art?

Madison Lotenschtein, Contributor August 28, 2019

I escaped the heat of a sweltering August day by sitting in a dark, cool auditorium. There, my hometown’s community theater put on its first ever performance, aptly choosing The Music Man. While watching...

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Opinion: What I learned about myself and others in Ireland

Taylor Newby, Columnist August 28, 2019

There are stories shared in lecture halls and coffee shops, in apartment living rooms and at Hubbard Park, where University of Iowa students gather together and reflect on recent summer months that flew...

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Opinion: How to be vegan in college

Katina Zentz, Creative Director August 28, 2019

As a vegan college student, I’m well acquainted with the challenges that come with my dietary choices. Once a Buffalo Wild Wings enthusiast, my peers and family members constantly questioned my reasoning...

Hawiian Representative Tulsi Gabbard during a campaign event at the Fairfield Arts and Convention Center on Monday Feb. 11, 2019. Rep. Gabbard visited Des Moines, Fairfield, and Iowa City on a tour of Iowa cities as she begins her 2020 presidential bid.

Opinion: Gabbard’s candidacy sheds light on the right anti-war diplomacy

Marina Jaimes, Columnist August 28, 2019

Hawaii Democratic Rep. and 2020 presidential hopeful Tulsi Gabbard will return to the campaign trail this week after serving with the Hawaii Army National Guard in Indonesia, where she participated in...

MUSC Executive Director of Student Programs and Student Diversity TaJuan Wilson speaks during the forum for the associate vice presidency of diversity, equity, and inclusion on March 25, 2019.

Guest Opinion: Grappling with TaJuan Wilson’s departure

August 28, 2019

I am still dazed after the Aug. 15 announcement. From the very start, TaJuan Wilson repeated over and over again that becoming the associate vice president of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at the University...

during Convocation on the Pentacrest on Sunday, August 25, 2019. (Katie Goodale/The Daily Iowan)

Letter from the Editor: The DI needs your voices

Marissa Payne, Editor-in-Chief August 27, 2019

For journalism to contribute to the functioning of a healthy democratic society — one in which all members have access to accurate information to use in making sound decisions — it can’t be produced...

The Old Capitol is seen on Thursday, Nov. 30, 2017.

Opinion: Getting involved helps make UI home

Taylor Newby, Columnist August 26, 2019

Late August in Iowa City brings with it a wave of beginnings — with new students overflowing from residence halls, textbooks purchased by the plentiful at the Hawk Shop, and picnics hosted in the heart...

Washington Gov. Jay Inslee speaks at the Des Moines Register Political Soapbox during the Iowa State Fair in Des Moines, IA on Saturday, August 10, 2019.

Opinion: Democrats need a new champion on climate action

Elijah Helton, Opinions Editor August 26, 2019

If you know me, you know that I’m only half-joking when I say I’m crestfallen about Jay Inslee ending his presidential run. The governor of Washington made fighting climate change the center of his...

Bike lanes are seen painted on Clinton St. in downtown Iowa City on Wednesday, June 5, 2019.

Opinion: Iowa City needs more parking, not less

Lucee Laursen, Contributor August 26, 2019

Anyone who has lived in the central Iowa City area has most likely noticed the lack of parking. With high demand and limited resources, almost every Tippie professor would agree that parking is a coveted...

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