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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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Q&A | English ambassador Ben Ahlrichs’ journey through the natural world of poetry

Haya Hussain, Arts Reporter December 10, 2024

The English department’s student ambassador Ben Ahlrichs is an English and creative writing major on the publishing track. He shared formative experiences with his writing, ranging from leading writing...

When is it appropriate to listen to Christmas music?

When is it appropriate to listen to Christmas music?

Flynn Milligan, Arts Reporter December 3, 2024

The last three months of the year are, for most, the busiest of the year. Between Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Christmas, the mood can be both stressful and joyful.  One of the biggest debates...

The Iowa Memorial Union is seen on Sunday, Aug. 28, 2022.

Diwali at the IMU celebrates culture, community, and connection

Kate Wolfe, Arts Reporter November 18, 2024

Hundreds of guests rose as the opening notes of the American national anthem echoed through the Iowa Memorial Union’s main lounge. People stood side by side, faded blue jeans under new kurtas, bright...

Manny Gálvez arranges decorations during the construction of an ofrenda for Día de Muertos at the Iowa City Public Library on Oct. 30. The altar to the dead stayed up until November 2.

Iowa City’s community ofrenda: a touching and fun way to remember those who are no longer with us

Hannah Childers, Arts Reporter November 5, 2024

For some people, the idea of death can be scary or saddening. However, for some Latin American people, death is something to be celebrated on a special day called Día de los Muertos, or The Day of...

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Poetry Column | Absurdism meets personhood in ‘Brick Bang’

Haya Hussain, Arts Reporter October 22, 2024

Father of the Funk Art movement, Robert Arneson, mastered the art of appropriating everyday items into objects of sardonic humor. In ‘Brick Bang’ from 1976, he incorporates his self-portrait with...

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Review | Iowa’s dance department puts on an incredible show

Kayla Person and Charlotte Ericson October 17, 2024

Since 1981, the University of Iowa Department of Dance has put on an annual gala. Placing a focus on the student dancers and the faculty choreographers, the UI Dance Gala allows the university’s...

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Student author signs publishing deal with HarperCollins

Riley Dunn, Digital Editor October 15, 2024

Esha Patel was sitting in the middle of a chemistry lecture at the University of Iowa two years ago, shuffling papers and getting notes in order when an email notification flashed across her computer...

Erin Birler, a student at the University of Iowa, waits for her classes to start on the UI campus on Sept. 18. Birler said she rarely listens to podcasts and prefers to listen to music instead.

The oversaturation of podcasts and rise of viral shows like “Talk Tuah”

Kate Wolfe, Arts Reporter September 24, 2024

Podcasts, a medium once dominated by NPR deep dives and thoughtful cultural commentary, have exploded into the mainstream over the past decade. Now, there’s a podcast out there for every niche...

University of Iowa undergraduate and graduate theatre students play Catholic summer campers during a performance of THE (T)RE(X)FORMATION at the Alan MacVey Theatre inside the theatre building in Iowa City on Friday, Sept. 20, 2024. The play was written by MK Shultz and was shown Friday and Saturday.

Review | University of Iowa Theater Department debuts hilarious new production with student-written ‘THE (T-)RE(X)FORMATION’

Kayla Person, Arts Reporter September 22, 2024

When a kid goes to a summer camp, they expect plenty of things: bonfires, camp songs, cabin drama, and maybe even a crush here and there  — typical, normal teenage things. In the case of ‘THE (T-)RE(X)FORMATION,’...

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Ask the Author | UI creative writing student Reece A. Caven shares his independent publishing experience

Charlie Hickman, Arts Editor September 17, 2024

Reece A. Caven is a senior at the University of Iowa studying creative writing. Caven decided he wanted to pursue writing while attending basic training in the National Guard during his enrollment....

Iowa senior Cat Dooley poses for a portrait at the Iowa Memorial Union on Monday, April 22, 2024.

UI student and SCOPE general manager bridges arts community to campus

Isabella Nekvinda, Arts Reporter May 7, 2024

After meeting friends involved in SCOPE, a student organization that brings well-known artists and music-based concerts and events to the University of Iowa, Cat Dooley decided to join her sophomore...

Preksha Kedilaya poses for a portrait in the Voxman Music Building on Sunday, April 21, 2024.

UI senior performs and connects to her culture through a capella group

Sophia Connolly, Arts Reporter May 7, 2024

Among many musical organizations at the University of Iowa, Agni A Cappella stands out. The a capella group provides students with community — cultural and musical alike. Iowa Agni is a multicultural...