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

The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

The Daily Iowan

Anthony J. Zarzycki stands behind the “Iowa Vote’s” table to help students sign up to vote on the T. Anne Cleary on Tuesday Sept. 24, 2019. Today is national voter registration day.

Hawk the Vote celebrates increase in student voters, partners with UISG to keep turnout high

Hannah Rovner, News Reporter October 8, 2019

As thousands of college students across the U.S. celebrated National Voter Registration Day in September, more than approximately 204 students registered to vote on the University of Iowa campus — just...

on Monday, July 8, 2019.

Student Health marks its centennial, a look back at the past 100 years

Hannah Rovner, News Reporter October 8, 2019

Student Health is celebrating 100 years of providing comprehensive health services to millions of Hawkeyes. An influenza pandemic in 1918 hit the nation — especially the younger generation — hard,...

Youtube star Jessica McCabe to come to Iowa City in partnership with Student Disability Services

Youtube star Jessica McCabe to come to Iowa City in partnership with Student Disability Services

Kexin Cheng, News Reporter October 7, 2019

YouTube star and disability advocate Jessica McCabe will journey to Iowa City Tuesday as a guest speaker at the University of Iowa to deliver a lecture titled “How to be Unsuccessful in College.” McCabe...

The Old Capital from the roof of UIHC in Iowa City, Iowa on March 25, 2019.

UI greek council addresses ‘racist ideology’ in sorority member’s Instagram comments

Katie Ann McCarver, News Editor October 7, 2019

The University of Iowa Panhellenic Council on Sunday said it is “taking immediate action” to address the circulation of a comment including racist ideology on Instagram that was posted by a University...

Photograph of Megan McVancel taken by Raquele Decker on Wednesday, October 2nd, 2019.

UI joins the Carnegie Project for its Education Doctorate consortium

Kelsey Harrell, News Reporter October 7, 2019

The University of Iowa recently joined a consortium to enhance its education doctorate, which is typically obtained by those planning to serve as a school-district superintendent or a higher-education...

The bridge on Park Road is seen on Wednesday, Oct. 2, 2019.

Iowa City officials install new planters along Park Road to prevent trespassing

Preston Hayes, News Reporter October 6, 2019

Iowa City officials are in the process of installing planters on the Park Road bridge, located by Mayflower Residence Hall, to prevent pedestrians from climbing on its arches. “We have pictures and...

Jaison Marks poses for a portrait on the University of Iowa medical campus on Sunday, October 6, 2019.

UI graduate student works to commercialize drug that prevents osteoarthritis

Kelsey Harrell, News Reporter October 6, 2019

Researchers at the University of Iowa have been working for years to develop a drug to prevent the development of posttraumatic osteoarthritis, a disease caused by joint injuries. Now, a UI team of researchers...

Climate activists impressed with Greta Thunberg’s energy

Climate activists impressed with Greta Thunberg’s energy

After 16-year-old climate activist Greta Thunberg spoke at the Iowa City climate strike Oct. 4, some audience members were surprised to discover her powerful presence didn’t translate into height. “Big...

Climate activist Greta Thunberg speaks to a crowd of nearly 3,000 community members at the corner of Iowa Ave. and Dubuque St. on Friday, Oct. 4. Thunberg, who garnered international attention with her speeches before the United Nations and United States Congress, encouraged those in attendance to take a stand against climate change.

Climate activist Greta Thunberg draws crowd of 3,000 at Iowa City stop

Charles Peckman, Senior Reporter October 4, 2019

“We, teenagers and children, shouldn’t have to take the responsibility. Right now, the world leaders keep acting like children, and somebody needs to be the adult in the room.” Standing before...

Iowa City citizens gather downtown to listen to Greta Thunberg speak on Friday, October4th, 2019. Greta Thumberg is a teenage climate change activist speaking at a local climate strike.

Iowa City activists want ‘no more excuses’ from UI on climate action; UI turns to coal-free-by-2025 pledge

Marissa Payne, Editor-in-Chief October 4, 2019

After a visit to Iowa City by 16-year-old Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg, a University of Iowa administrator on Oct.4 said community members and the UI need to partner to address the issue of...

Michelle Kenyon, director of Field to Family, speaks about the organization’s mission at the grand opening of Field to Family at Table to Table on Thursday, October 3rd, 2019.

Field to Family Food Hub creates a wholesale option for local food

Rylee Wilson, News Reporter October 4, 2019

Local foods are widely available at the Iowa City Farmers Market or in area grocers — but bringing local foods to a large operation such as a dining hall can be a challenge.  Iowa City Field to Family...

Event attendees jot down ideas of traditional media in the LGBTQ+ community during the Pride Alliance House’s Spilling Tea event on Thursday, Oct. 3, 2019. The event was a discussion about LGBTQ+ media.

LGBTQ History Month kicks off on campus with variety of new events

Gretchen Lenth, News Reporter October 4, 2019

  A quaint but cozy exterior and a pride flag blow in the wind outside of the Pride Alliance Center. Stepping inside, objects elevate the homey atmosphere, with couches, a kitchen, and a friendly...

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