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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

New arts magazine makes waves in Iowa City

ADAM SALAZAR December 18, 2009

Matt Bovard, like many recent college graduates, doesn’t know what to do with his life. Since graduating in the summer, the 23-year-old native of Fairfield has extended his residency in Iowa City to...

Top 20 TV shows of the last 10 years

DI STAFF December 18, 2009

1. “Arrested Development” Canceled after only three seasons, “Arrested Development” won numerous Emmys in its short life. After developing a cult following on DVD, the show continues to gain fans...

All levels of ballet go on display

JOSIE JONES December 17, 2009

In 2004, Jason Schadt performed a dance to music from Charles Gounod while studying in Tokyo. This semester, he has attempted to bring the piece to the UI as a reconstruction. “It’s completely unidentifiable....

Making 2010 green

COURTNEY SPEARS December 17, 2009

ECO Iowa City invites area residents to “go green” in 2010. The grant-funded initiative aims to increase environmental awareness by hosting a Green New Year’s Eve Party at the Iowa City Public...

UI club ready to hit the slopes

COURTNEY SPEARS December 17, 2009

The powdery, white-coated roads and hills of winter create excitement in one of the UI’s student groups. The Ski and Snowboard Club members have been waiting almost a year for snow to fall. In the meantime,...

Iowa City scene alive during break

DI STAFF December 17, 2009

Winter break can be a barren land, full of downtime and boredom. Luckily, Iowa City’s arts scene is still bustling, even when classes are not in session. Here are a few ways to keep cabin fever at bay...

Tracks from the Past: Metal Xmas

DI STAFF December 17, 2009

We Wish You A Metal Xmas … and a Headbanging New Year Christmas is coming. While some may celebrate with Nat King Cole or Dean Martin holiday standards, others prefer to ring in the Christmas season...

iPod Playlist: Awesomely tragic songs

DI STAFF December 17, 2009

The relationship between the song and its listener is subjective, but many songs pertain to specific experiences in our lives — especially when they deal with tragedy. However, only a select few still...

A new Moose rolls into town

ERIC ANDERSEN December 17, 2009

When the Blue Moose Taphouse opened in Iowa City, it seemed as if the venue came out of nowhere to replace the Industry. Even longtime talent buyer Doug Roberson, who was booking a few shows at the Industry,...

A cappella India is calling

ADAM SALAZAR December 17, 2009

Although comfortable singing in the shower, UI freshman Kat Williams said when it comes to Indian music, she doesn’t feel so confident. “My experience in Hindi music is limited, but what I have heard...

Public Property plays one final show

DEE FABBRICATORE December 17, 2009

This New Year’s Eve, three bands will jam in 2010 with old friends. Iowa City bands the Uniphonics, Euforquestra, and Public Property will join for a blow-out show at 8 p.m. Dec. 31 at the Englert Theater,...