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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

Alyssa Pomponio and Amanda Elkins pose for a portrait outside of the Student Legal Services office on Tuesday, Sept. 7, 2021.

Student Legal Services enacts three-year action plan for 50th anniversary

Anthony Neri, News Reporter September 7, 2021

The University of Iowa Student Legal Services office will implement a three-year Action Plan to improve its services to students, as it commemorates its 50th year on campus. The plan was spearheaded...

A mosquito trap is seen on Tuesday, Aug. 31, 2021. The trap, placed by Johnson County Public Health Mosquito Surveillance Program, is located just off a trail in Hickory Hill park. The park is located at 1439 E Bloomington St.

Surveillance reveals West Nile virus risk in Johnson County

Cooper Worth, News Reporter September 7, 2021

A group of mosquitoes trapped near Hickory Hill Park in northeast Iowa City tested positive for West Nile virus late last month. The Johnson County Public Health Mosquito Surveillance Program, with...

Aug 26, 2021; Dulles, VA, USA; Afghan refugees arrive at Dulles International Airport in Northern Virginia while en route to military facilities in the U.S.  Mandatory Credit: Jack Gruber-USA TODAY

Editorial | Afghan refugees deserve a home in Iowa

DI Editorial Board September 7, 2021

It is time for Iowa City to accept and help resettle Afghan refugees. America’s 20-year nation-building experiment in Afghanistan has failed. In the past few weeks, the Taliban — without firing...

Sen. Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa., has a conversation at the Iowa State Capitol on Monday, January 13, 2020. The House convened and leaders in the Iowa House of Representatives gave opening remarks to preview their priorities for the 2020 session.

Opinion | Your members of Congress can directly help you, here’s how

Sophie Stover, Opinions Contributor September 7, 2021

Oftentimes, the general public thinks of our members of the U.S. Congress as out of touch politicians who do little to help us. When it comes to passing legislation, the process is certainly lengthy...

Iowa Setter Bailey Ortega jumps up after a win during a volleyball match between Iowa and Michigan State at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Saturday, March 27, 2021. The Hawkeyes defeated the Spartans 3-0.

Sophomore Bailey Ortega embraces role as lone setter for Iowa volleyball

Will Fineman, Sports Reporter September 7, 2021

When all three of Iowa’s seniors opted out of the 2021 spring season, volleyball needed to fill major holes in the Hawkeye lineup. One was at setter — a position left behind by three-year starter...

Iowa forward Alyssa Walker attempts to score a goal during the Iowa Soccer game against Purdue-Fort Wayne on Sep. 2, 2021 at the Iowa Soccer Complex. Iowa defeated Purdue-Fort Wayne 5-0.

Iowa soccer graduate transfer Alyssa Walker giving Hawkeyes offensive boost

Isaac Goffin, Sports Reporter September 7, 2021

When Iowa played Richmond in 2017, Hawkeye graduate transfer Alyssa Walker was a sophomore on the Spiders’ roster. Walker left the 5-1 Iowa win impressed with the Hawkeyes’ competitiveness and...

Iowa defender Anthe Nijziel passes the ball during a field hockey match between No. 6 Iowa and No. 22 Massachusetts at Grant Field in Iowa City on Sunday, Sept. 11, 2022.

Iowa field hockey finds offensive chemistry

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter September 7, 2021

Throughout the Lisa Cellucci era for Iowa field hockey, the Hawkeyes’ defense has consistently been its main strength. Anchored by reigning Big Ten Player and Defensive Player of the Year Anthe...

Minnesota head coach P.J. Fleck answers questions during day one of Big Ten Media Days at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana, on Thursday, July 22.

Big Ten football notebook: Week 1 upsets lead to AP Poll reshuffling

Chloe Peterson, Assistant Sports Editor September 7, 2021

On Tuesday, the Associated Press updated its top 25 poll in preparation for Week 2 of the college football season. Four Big Ten teams are ranked in the top 25 this week. Previously ranked 17th,...

A schematic of the planned UIHC facility in North Liberty is seen. The state Board of Regents approved the project on Tuesday.

Board of Regents approve construction of new UIHC hospital in North Liberty

Kate Perez, News Reporter September 7, 2021

North Liberty will soon be home to a University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics facility. The state Board of Regents voted unanimously to approve the plans for construction of a new UIHC hospital...

Contributed photo of Carl K. Klaus.

Ask the Author – Carl H. Klaus

Jenna Post, Arts Editor September 6, 2021

Carl H. Klaus is the founder of the Nonfiction Writing Program and a critically acclaimed essayist. His most notable works include Letters to Kate, Taking Retirement, Weathering Winter and My Vegetable...

Tyler Goodson — Iowa

Chris Werner, Sports Reporter September 6, 2021

Tyler Goodson believes he is the best running back in the country, and I don’t want to doubt that guy. If the Week 1 win over Indiana was any indication, he’s on his way to at least being in...