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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

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A dancer in traditional regalia performs during the University of Iowa 28th Annual Powwow at the Johnson Country Fairgrounds on Saturday, April 20, 2024.

UI’s 28th Annual Powwow showcases Indigenous culture, draws high turnout

Emma Jane, News Reporter April 20, 2024

Dancers in vibrant regalia, the rhythm of drums, and an enduring sense of tradition and achievement filled the University of Iowa's 28th Annual Powwow on Saturday at the Johnson County Fairgrounds. The...

John Green speaks during a lecture in the Iowa Memorial Union on Thursday, April 18, 2024. Green spoke about being a bestselling author, YouTuber, and philanthropist.

Photos: John Green visits the University of Iowa

Ava Neumaier, Photojournalist April 18, 2024

  At least 900 University of Iowa students and community members filled the Iowa Memorial Union’s Main Lounge to listen to a lecture by John Green, a bestselling author, YouTuber, and philanthropist,...

The Old Capitol Building is seen in Iowa City on  Tuesday April 25, 2023.

UI political science faculty weigh in on potential effects of Iranian attack on Israel

Mia O'Connor-Walker, News Reporter April 17, 2024

Days following Iran’s missile and drone attack on Israel, some University of Iowa faculty say the conflict could cause the Israel-Hamas war to escalate. In its first direct attack, Iran launched...

UI REACH student Jackie speaks with Sen. Joni Ernst Legislative Correspondent Layne Greenwood at the Russel Senate Office Building in Washington D.C. on Wednesday, April 10, 2024. (Cody Blissett/The Daily Iowan)

UI REACH students lobby for access in Washington

Sabine Martin, Executive Editor April 17, 2024

WASHINGTON — Gavin Carlson looked for a college program that could provide him access to higher education. Originally from Maine, Carlson had to move across the country to find what he needed. “I...

The RVAP Building is seen in Iowa City on Wednesday, Nov. 9, 2022. The RVAP Building hosts the new support group Healing Through Art.

Iowa Attorney General offers grant opportunity for sexual assault services after UI RVAP dissolution

Shreya Reddy, News Reporter April 17, 2024

After the University of Iowa’s announcement this month that it's transitioning the Rape Victim Advocacy Program to another program, Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird announced a grant Wednesday that...

USG members watch a presentation during an Undergraduate Student Government meeting at the Iowa Memorial Union on Tuesday, April 2, 2024. The meeting was the first since the election of the Addison Eckard and Brenda Ramirez as president and vice president.

USG elects 2024-25 executive cabinet and speaker of the senate

Grace Olson, News Reporter April 16, 2024

The University of Iowa Undergraduate Student Government's 2024-25 senate gathered to make its first vote Tuesday on its speaker and pro-tem.  In unanimous votes, new speaker of the senate Ijeoma...

Activists speak to a gathered crowd during an event on the Pentacrest protesting the University’s removal of RVAP, the Rape Victim Advocacy Program, on Saturday, April 13, 2024.

University of Iowa officials on the ‘difficult step’ of RVAP transition

Jack Moore, News Editor April 16, 2024

With the University of Iowa announcing the transition of RVAP’s services to the Domestic Violence Intervention Program, or DVIP, on April 4, community members are concerned about the state of sexual...

Iowa City residents walk in the rain during day one of the 2023 Summer of the Arts Festival on Friday, June 2.

Severe storms expected to hit Johnson County area Tuesday and Wednesday

Isabelle Foland, News Editor April 15, 2024

The Johnson County area will experience severe storms and potential tornado conditions on Tuesday night and Wednesday morning. Predicted storm conditions during this time include risk for severe thunderstorms,...

The Boyd Law Building is seen in Iowa City on Sunday, April 14, 2024.

UI law school ranks in top 50 for graduate career placement

Grace Olson, News Reporter April 14, 2024

The University of Iowa College of Law was voted the 35th best law school in the country for graduate placement in jobs at the top 100 law firms in the country. Since the last report, the UI has...

Mandi Remington speaks during a protest on the Pentacrest about the University’s removal of RVAP, the Rape Victim Advocacy Program, on Saturday, April 13, 2024.

Students gather at Pentacrest to protest RVAP end

Theron Luett, News Reporter April 13, 2024

Over 80 people gathered in front of the Pentacrest Saturday to protest the University of Iowa’s decision to dissolve the Rape Victim Advocacy Program, or RVAP.  The UI announced on April 4 that...

Planned Parenthood in seen on Friday, May 8, 2020.

UI students, JoCo officials express frustration around paused contraceptive funding

Mia O'Connor-Walker, News Reporter April 11, 2024

After the Johnson County Board of Supervisors voted to back funding for emergency contraceptives for survivors of sexual assault in August after state funding was paused, the future of reinstating...

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UI Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology names new chair, department executive officer

Shreya Reddy, News Reporter April 10, 2024

The University of Iowa named Christian Pettker as the new chair and department executive officer for the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology in the Carver College of Medicine. Pettker is a maternal-fetal...