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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

The interior of the Visual Arts Building on the west side of campus as seen on Tuesday, Oct. 10, 2017.

Banerjee: Inaccessibility of art majors turns away prospective artists

Anna Banerjee, Opinions Columnist April 24, 2019

The art community at the University of Iowa has a vibrant scene, with strong programs in graphic design, intermedia, printmaking, and other studio arts. But it can be intimidating to enter it without the...

Smoke and flames rise from Notre-Dame Cathedral on April 15, 2019 in Paris, France. A fire broke out on Monday afternoon and quickly spread across the building, collapsing the spire. The cause is yet unknown but officials said it was possibly linked to ongoing renovation work.

Brings Plenty: We can mourn Notre Dame and other religious tragedy’s together

Maleaha Brings Plenty, Opinions Columnist April 24, 2019

The world watched as the Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris caught fire on April 15. The roof was destroyed as well as the iconic spire. Most of this was caught on film and was widely spread across social media....

Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds speaks during her first Condition of the State address in the Iowa State Capitol in Des Moines on Tuesday, Jan. 9, 2018.

Newby: Children’s mental-health bill exactly what future generations need

Taylor Newby, Opinions Columnist April 23, 2019

There has been a great deal of conversation around the subject of mental health since Gov. Kim Reynolds was sworn into office. And more recently, the focus on children’s mental health paves a way for...

Smoke and flames rise from Notre-Dame Cathedral on April 15, 2019 in Paris, France. A fire broke out on Monday afternoon and quickly spread across the building, collapsing the spire. The cause is yet unknown but officials said it was possibly linked to ongoing renovation work.

Neal: How Notre Dame Cathedral’s fire sparks questions of priority

Madeleine Neal, Opinions Columnist April 23, 2019

When Paris’ world-famous Notre Dame Cathedral caught fire on April 15, the world mourned. Vigils were held, sad songs were sung by the thousands, and in just a matter of two days, roughly $1 billion...

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Cappel: Key takeaways from the Mueller Report

Alex Cappel, Opinions Columnist April 23, 2019

A redacted version of the Mueller Report was released to the public last week, and the media have been trying to break down each page. The report looks specifically at whether the Trump campaign conspired...

The Delta Zeta Sorority house is seen on South Dodge Street on Wednesday, Sept. 12, 2018.

Baller: The UI pushes sorority recruitment back to October, creating potential negative outcomes

Kasey Baller, Opinions Columnist April 22, 2019

As this school year comes to an end, and the 2019-20 school year remains a distant thought, fall recruitment for greek life eagerly awaits a large number of students at the University of Iowa. The upcoming...

Patrick Wronkiewicz poses for a portrait outside of the Adler Journalism Building on Wednesday Oct. 10, 2018.

Guest Opinion: Wronkiewicz offers new perspective

April 22, 2019

Since Rep. Dave Loebsack, D-Iowa, announced he wouldn’t run for re-election in the 2nd District, there has been much fanfare and speculation over who might run for Congress to replace him. While many...

Helton: Why the Senate should be abolished

Helton: Why the Senate should be abolished

Elijah Helton, Opinions Columnist April 22, 2019

I’m not the first to point out that there’s too much political news — Trump tweeted this, a 2020 Democrat proposed that, a state Legislature is reviewing a ridiculous bill. For me, almost none of...

Rep. Tulsi Gabbard, D-Hawaii listens to a question during a meet-and-greet at Yotopia in Iowa City on Tuesday, April 16, 2019. Attendees gathered to listen to Gabbard discuss topics such as defunding regime changing wars, environmental policies, and medicare for all.

Jaimes: Gabbard’s presidential run is necessary for U.S. politics

Marina Jaimes, Opinions Columnist April 22, 2019

Iowa City recently welcomed Rep. Tulsi Gabbard, D-Hawaii, to campus with hopes to hear about her presidential run in the 2020 election. I joined a crowd of supporters to listen to the congresswoman who,...

Steam swirls around the UI Power Plant on the evening of Monday, Jan. 14, 2019.

Guest Opinion: UI burns the future on Earth Day

April 22, 2019

What would former University of Iowa President Thomas Macbride do on Earth Day in 2019? Would he announce UI’s recognition of the climate emergency in the latest IPCC report by global scientists and...

Brings Plenty: Watching a band you like become popular

Brings Plenty: Watching a band you like become popular

Maleaha Brings Plenty, Opinions Columnist April 21, 2019

I discovered the band the Frights while browsing Spotify in early 2017. I was intrigued by its name and the small description it had in the “About” section on the bottom of the group’s Spotify page....

Regents listen to UI President Bruce Harreld at a meeting at the UI on April 18, 2019.

Nadler: The state Board of Regents deserves more

Zohar Nadler, Opinions Columnist April 21, 2019

Iowa House lawmakers have approved a $961 million education-appropriations bill, which includes $15.9 million for the state Board of Regents. The Senate has yet to pass an education-appropriations bill,...

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