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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

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A Chevy Volt is shown being charged at a HyVee parking lot in Iowa City on Wednesday, Oct. 13, 2021

Opinion | Make the Switch: Plug instead of pump

Kennedy Lein, Opinions Contributor November 28, 2023

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...

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Opinion | College attendance policies need to be more attainable for students

Natalie Nye, Opinions Columnist November 28, 2023

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...

Emma Bibb, Owen Brightman and Mary Lukas perform during a showing of Eli Campbell’s Pleasure Play directed by Meredith Alexander at The Artifactory on North Dubuque Street in Iowa City on Saturday, Nov. 18, 2023.

Review | Eli Campbell’s ‘Pleasure Play’ tells captivating story of three complicated characters

Riley Dunn, Arts Reporter November 28, 2023

The past two weekends, the Iowa City community was given the chance to experience Eli Campbell’s newest work, “Pleasure Play,” which follows the lives of Meave and Gracie, a couple trying to...

Milly, Lily, and Remi show their friendship bracelets during the parTay event at Big Grove Brewery on Monday, Nov. 13, 2023. The event was put on to support 29 local partner agencies of United Way of Johnson and Washington Counties. (Isabella Tisdale/ The Daily Iowan)

Taylor Swift’s social and economic impact felt in Iowa City

Stella Shipman, Arts Editor November 28, 2023

University of Iowa third-year Tori Ghyzel became a die-hard Taylor Swift fan following her first listen to the singer’s 2010 album “Speak Now.” She even got her older sister in on the fandom,...

Iowa City band Two Canes performs at The Daily Iowan Headliners in The Daily Iowan newsroom on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023.

Q&A | Two Canes

Avi Lapchick, Arts Editor November 28, 2023

Two Canes is an Iowa City-born punk rock band consisting of lead singer Myles Evangelista, guitarists Evan Weidl and Edwin Svoboda, drummer Chloe Weidl, and bassist Jack Moore. This interview has...

Natalie Benway Correll poses for a portrait in her office in Iowa City on Tuesday, Nov. 28, 2023. Benway Correll is a graduate of the University of Iowa, and is a Licensed Independent Social Worker, working with Iowa City Holistic Therapies.

Winter blues: A look into seasonal depression and holistic treatment

Lily Czechowicz, Arts Reporter November 28, 2023

Iowa winters have always been known for beautiful snow-covered fields and icy rivers as much as their bitter temperatures, shorter days, and subsequent seasonal depression for some individuals. Seasonal...

Mar 12, 2023; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Ariana Debose arrives at the 95th Academy Awards at the Dolby Theatre at Ovation Hollywood in Los Angeles on Sunday, March 12, 2023. Mandatory Credit: Dan MacMedan-USA TODAY

Review | Disney’s ‘Wish’ was a passable movie that had potential to be better

Riley Dunn, Arts Reporter November 28, 2023

Walking into the theater to see “Wish,” I’ll admit I was excited. After watching several previews and listening to a few pre-released songs, I was curious to find out where Disney could take...

Customers wine and dine at Brix Cheese Shop and Wine Bar on Saturday, Nov. 27, 2023.

Wine enthusiasts in Iowa City dispel the myth that studying wine is snobbish

Lily Czechowicz, Arts Reporter November 28, 2023

When University of Iowa alum Emma Bohn took a job at Brix Cheese Shop and Wine Bar in Iowa City during her third year at the university, the political science major never anticipated the path it led...

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Iowa fourth-year distance runner Kelli Tosic speaks on her biggest inspiration and passion for musical theater

Mia Boulton, Sports Reporter November 28, 2023

The Daily Iowan: What’s the best part about being a Hawkeye? Kelli Tosic: There are so many different events. Whatever you are interested in, there is something for you. There is a club, there...

The Penn State wrestling team poses for a picture after session six of the NCAA Wrestling Championships at BOK Center in Tulsa, Okla. on Saturday, March 18, 2023. Penn State finished first in team standings with 137.5 points.

Point/Counterpoint | Who will win the men’s wrestling NCAA Tournament title?

Matt McGowan and Brad Schultz November 28, 2023

PENN STATE  First off, I just wanted to say that I covered Iowa men’s wrestling last year and was thoroughly impressed with what I saw. For Hawkeye wrestlers, coaches, and fans, dominance is expected,...

Children of the Vasquez Saravia family are seen in their home at Cole’s Mobile Home Court in Iowa City on Saturday, Nov. 25, 2023. 11 adults and 8 kids share the limited living space as well as a single bathroom in the trailer home.

Housing code changes causing division in Iowa City

Isabelle Foland, News Reporter November 28, 2023

When Danixa Johanna Saravia Santos returns home from her job as a house cleaner, her trailer home is bustling with 11 other adults and eight children. When she walks into the kitchen, her foot sinks down...

Iowa’s Amber Aesoph competes in the 800-meter run during day three of the 2023 Drake Relays at Drake Stadium in Des Moines on Saturday, April 29, 2023. Aesoph finished third with a time of 2:08.93.

Iowa cross country concludes, track and field season commences

Mia Boulton, Sports Reporter November 28, 2023

For the Iowa cross country squads, the end of one season marks the beginning of another. The distance runners compete as multi-sport athletes in cross country and track to continue competing, make...