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The Daily Iowan

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

Annabelle Ruhrer-Johnson smiles in her vintage mirror while holding one of her clocks produced in the mid-sixties in her dorm room, in Iowa City, Iowa, on Tuesday, May 5, 2026. Annabelle also collects other vintage things. (Sal Yang/The Daily Iowan)

Inside a UI student’s collection

Madisyn Hunt, Arts Reporter May 5, 2026

At the very end of the University of Iowa Currier Residence Hall 's third floor toward the south wing, two dorms sit across from each other. On the left is a double that greets anyone who’s looking...

Protein drinks are seen at Dunkin’ Donuts on Friday, April 24, 2026. Protein drinks have gained popularity among consumers and Generation Z. (Ava Neumaier/The Daily Iowan)

Marketing toward Gen Z

Cole Miller and Madisyn Hunt May 5, 2026

Alex Mona, a University of Iowa graduate student, has at least 10 rewards apps downloaded on her phone.  “I feel like if I don’t have this app downloaded, I can’t be reaping the benefits...