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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

First-year students wait to listen to speeches during convocation at the University of Iowa’s Pentacrest on Sunday, Aug. 21, 2022.

UI first-year students left behind in federal loan forgiveness program

Grace Katzer, News Reporter January 31, 2023

When the Biden Administration announced its student loan forgiveness program, many University of Iowa students and graduates were excited at the possibility of having up to $20,000 of their loans forgiven. However,...

Iowa gymnast Karina Muñoz competes on the beam during a gymnastics meet between Iowa and Minnesota in Iowa City on Friday, Jan. 27, 2023. The Hawkeyes and the Gophers tied with each getting a 196.875.

Iowa women’s gymnastics freshman Karina Muñoz emphasizes positive mindset in competition

Jami Martin-Trainor, Assistant Digital Editor January 31, 2023

Freshman Karina Muñoz’s route to the Iowa women's gymnastics team was far from typical. When the New Jersey native started the process, a recurring hindrance on college athletics halted her traditional...

A player serves the ball during an Iowa women’s volleyball media conference and scrimmage at Xtream Arena in Coralville on Saturday, Aug. 20, 2022.

Iowa volleyball 2023 commit Alyssa Worden finds new outlook in injury

Kenna Roering, Sports Reporter January 31, 2023

Iowa volleyball 2023 commit Alyssa Worden suffered a season-ending injury last summer, but the six-rotation outside hitter hasn’t allowed the setback to hinder her dreams of playing in the volleyball...

Iowa forward Kris Murray sits for a timeout during a men’s basketball game between Iowa and Rutgers at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Sunday, Jan. 29, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Scarlet Knights, 93-82.

Improved mindset and confidence paying dividends for Iowa men’s basketball player Kris Murray

Chris Werner, Assistant Sports Editor January 31, 2023

Iowa men’s basketball forward Kris Murray spent last season playing second fiddle to his twin brother Keegan, who is now an NBA rookie starter for the Sacramento Kings. Coming into the 2022-23...

Gov. Kim Reynolds high fives House Speaker Pro Tempore John H. Wills, R-District 10 before she signs the House File 68 in the rotunda of the Iowa State Capitol building on Tuesday, Jan. 24, 2023.

School choice becomes nationwide conservative priority

Liam Halawith, Politics Editor January 31, 2023

Iowa is one of the first GOP-led states in the U.S. to expand access to private K-12 education with state taxpayer funds after Gov. Kim Reynolds signed into law “school choice” legislation on Jan....

Photo illustration by Cody Blissett.

Dungeons and Dragons and Hawkeyes: D&D campaigns on campus

Jami Martin-Trainor, Assistant Digital Editor January 31, 2023

There’s a certain charm that comes with the idea of transporting to a fantasy land filled with caverns and caves, monsters and madness, and — of course — dungeons and dragons. While physical...

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Shahab Khan, Opinions Columnist January 31, 2023

Columns reflect the opinions of the authors and are not necessarily those of the Editorial Board, The Daily Iowan, or other organizations in which the author may be involved. I do not care...

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Chris Klepch, Opinions Columnist January 31, 2023

Columns reflect the opinions of the authors and are not necessarily those of the Editorial Board, The Daily Iowan, or other organizations in which the author may be involved. There are many...

Opinion | SNAP is an essential program

Opinion | SNAP is an essential program

Luke Krchak, Opinions Contributor January 31, 2023

Iowa Republicans introduced a bill that would reduce Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits. This bill is harmful to the people who need help the most by limiting access to basic nutrition. In...

Photo illustration by Matt Sindt.

Opinion | Saving money benefits consumers in one way or another

Naomi Rivera Morales, Opinions Columnist January 31, 2023

As many expect a looming recession, some individuals are partaking in money saving strategies. During a recession, consumers spend less, which leads to a significant impact on economic activity....

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Ask the Author | Jon Lauck

Parker Jones, Arts Editor January 31, 2023

Author and historian Jon Lauck received his doctorate from the University of Iowa in 1997. He has strong ties to the Iowa City area and the Midwest as a whole. He grew up on a farm in South Dakota...