NO The university does not need to have more inclement weather days. The administration has an ‘Extreme Weather Protocol’  which clearly states the policies regarding absences in extreme weather...

It is challenging to remember to take your daily medications — whether it’s one pill or 10. Thought it was just you? It is extremely common to struggle with remembering to take medications; an...

Work culture is changing thanks to Generation Z. The misconceptions created by older generations should change too. Older generations have labeled Gen Z as lazy, selfish, and uncaring. One reason...

Diversity, equity, and inclusion programs in the state of Iowa are facing an existential threat as resources remain up in the air. The state Board of Regents has received a lot of criticism over...

Some will argue that recruiting doctors with disabilities compromise patient care, but there are compelling reasons to push back against this reactionary stance. Growing evidence suggests that medicine...

Young progressives are breaking away from the Democratic Party, and it’s obvious why.   Iowa Democrats and young progressives, including the University Democrats at Iowa, have clashed over issues...

The Iowa women’s basketball head coach Lisa Bluder deserves pay equal to the college’s men’s team coach. Bluder is the NCAA Division I women’s basketball’s 14th winningest coach of all...

Academic freedom is the pillar of a free society. When it is compromised, public trust in scientific knowledge is eroded; biased teaching invades classrooms; and knowledge is politicized. The first line...

The University of Iowa must make on-campus parking more accessible for students. As announced in the UI’s five-year Housing and Dining plan, one potential long-term location for a new residence...

Let the electric vehicle revolution begin. Despite their mixed public reception, electric vehicles are cleaner for the Earth and cheaper in the long run. Electric vehicles, or EVs, should be mandated...

Strict college attendance policies are unfair and unrealistic for many students. Several colleges in the nation employ unnecessarily strict attendance policies that only contribute to the stress...