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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

A student plays with a therapy dog on Wednesday, Dec. 14, 2016. The finals week event was sponsored by UI Paws, a student organization which promotes animal welfare. (The Daily Iowan/Olivia Sun)

Laursen: Mindfulness initiatives can decrease college stress

April 27, 2018
College life continues to grow more stressful for students. The UI needs to do more to ensure its students have effective resources to reduce stress.
Letter to the Editor: Vote Mary Mosiman for state auditor

Letter to the Editor: Vote Mary Mosiman for state auditor

April 26, 2018
Current Auditor of State Mary Mosiman has the needed experience to protect Iowa taxpayers.
Phil Was Here tags identify buildings and programs on campus in honor of Phils Day on May 1, 2014. Phil’s Day is brought to you by the University of Iowa Foundation and the foundation’s Student Philanthropy Group. (Daily Iowan/Allison Orvis)

Guest opinion: Celebrating Phil’s Day

April 26, 2018
The UI celebrates Phil’s Day, recognizing thousands of donors and those who benefit from their kindness.
UI president Bruce Harreld speaks in an interview with The Daily Iowan in Adler Journalism Building on Wednesday, March 7, 2018. (Lily Smith/The Daily Iowan)

Guest Opinion: The importance of generosity to the UI

April 26, 2018
UI President Bruce Harreld encourages the university community to reflect on the positive effect of private donations.
Shaw: Racial microaggressions are still apparent, discrimination persists in the classroom

Shaw: Racial microaggressions are still apparent, discrimination persists in the classroom

Nichole Shaw, [email protected] April 26, 2018
Racism is still prevalent across the nation and here at the UI in everyday life. People need to be educated and aware of what this systemic racial microaggression looks like to prevent it in the future and truly achieve diversity and inclusion in the classroom.
Students are seen studying on the first floor of the UI Main Library on Sunday, Dec. 10, 2017.

Comic: Schedule

James Geneser April 25, 2018

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Guest opinion: Student Advancement Network builds philanthropy awareness

April 25, 2018
In partnership with the UI Center for Advancement, the Student Advancement network highlights the importance of private support for students.
A Herky statue with a PHIL Was Here sash stands on the Pentacrest on Monday, April 24. Beginning in 2012, the UI launched PHIL Was Here to celebrate philanthropy at the university. (The Daily Iowan/Ben Smith)

Guest opinion: Philanthropy helps dreams become reality

April 25, 2018
From students to generous alumni, Mark and Leslie Nolte recognize the importance of the UI to all Iowans.
Jaimes: Fine line between ‘tokenism’ and racism

Jaimes: Fine line between ‘tokenism’ and racism

Marina Jaimes, [email protected] April 25, 2018
After reading the backlash on Texas State University’s invitation to a black conservative speaker, it is clear that many are unaware of the difference between ‘tokenism’ and full-out racism.
Solar panels are seen outside of the Johnson County Administration Building on April 23, 2018. (Katina Zentz/The Daily Iowan)

Lee: Solar power creates sunny outlook for everyone

Ella Lee, [email protected] April 25, 2018
Switching from fossil fuels to solar energy would benefit the environment and those making the switch.
May is Neurofibromatosis Awareness Month, which resonates deeply with Daily Iowan reporter Jordan Prochnow.

May is Neurofibromatosis Awareness Month, which resonates deeply with Daily Iowan reporter Jordan Prochnow.

Jordan Prochnow, [email protected] April 24, 2018
As Neurofibromatosis Awareness Month approaches, it’s important to recognize the complexities of the rare disease so those who suffer can feel less isolated.
Dr. Melissa Shivers, VP for Student Life, stands outside her office inside the IMU on Thursday, Sept. 21, 2017. Dr. Shivers sat down with reporters from The Daily Iowan to discuss her progress on campus with issues related to international student enrollment, racial representation, and the University of Iowas potential responses to proposed changes to the Dear Colleague Letter. (Ben Smith/The Daily Iowan)

Guest Opinion: The transformative power of philanthropy at the UI

April 24, 2018
Melissa Shivers, vice president for Student Life, encourages students to thank donors who shape the UI campus.
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