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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

In this photo illustration, Elyse Fisher, an actress in the UI Theater Department, poses for a portrait before the dress rehearsal for Dybbuk of Dachau. (James Year/The Daily Iowan)

Lecture led by former rabbi sparks discussion of antisemitism in Iowa

January 25, 2018

By Sarah Stortz [email protected] The University of Iowa School of Social Work is shedding light on the issue of anti-Semitism by inviting someone who has experienced it firsthand. Rabbi...

Dr. Aju Jugessur stands in front of one of the machines used in his lab at the Iowa Advanced Technology Laboratory on Tuesday, Jan. 23, 2018. Dr. Jugessur is the director of the University of Iowa Microfabrication Facility.

UI offers first online lab course

Aadit Tambe, [email protected] January 25, 2018
Students get real-time lab exposure for a nanotechnology course online.
John Dorman speaks on flood insurance during a collaborative flood meeting at the University Capitol Centre on Wednesday. John Dorman, assistant director for rist management for the state of North Carolina, spoke on their flood prevention methods and how they might be utilized in Iowa City. (Katie Goodale/ The Daily Iowan)

Iowa Flood Center works with North Carolina to better brace for the flood

Brooklyn Draisey, [email protected] January 25, 2018
North Carolina Flood Risk Management Program Director John Dorman came to the Iowa Flood Center to start a collaboration to make both programs better.
The University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics building is seen from the west on Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2017. A $1.3 million grant now helps UI practicum students to provide counseling services in rural areas across Iowa for the next four years. (Joseph Cress/The Daily Iowan)

UIHC planning on using Vitamin C to fight cancer

Jordan Prochnow, [email protected] January 25, 2018
Doctors at UIHC received a grant to implement high doses of Vitamin C to slow the growth and spread of cancer cells.
Master of Health Administration student Winnie Uluocha speaks during the College of Public Health's Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration of Human Rights Week in the College of Public Health Building on Wednesday, Jan. 24, 2018. The event included a showing of Dr. King's 1963 "I Have a Dream" speech and a "privilege walk," where participants compare their privilege to others and reflect on it. (Lily Smith/The Daily Iowan)

UI College of Public Heath hosts privilege walk for civil rights week

Christopher Borro, [email protected] January 25, 2018
In light of Martin Luther King Jr. celebrations, volunteers acknowledged privilege to address particular issues.
ICPD investigator Scott Stevens conducts a mock interview with a DI reporter for a photo illustration on Tuesday, Jan. 23, 2017. The ICPD was just awarded a 450,000 dollar grant to help fight domestic and sexual assault. (James Year/ The Daily Iowan)

ICPD grant to assist in domestic violence response

Elianna Novitch, [email protected] January 25, 2018
A $450,000 grant will assist the police in assessing the department’s efforts to strengthen its response to, and investigations of, sexual assault, domestic violence, and stalking.
Members of the National Pan-Hellenic Council perform a dance at the African-American Cultural House on Monday, Oct. 2, 2017. Members of the community could attend the event for free as a part of the University's Homecoming Week. (Ben Smith/The Daily Iowan)

Cultural centers to receive additional support from UISG

Marissa Payne, [email protected] January 24, 2018
UISG is backing up the University of Iowa’s renewed support for the cultural and resource centers with $30,800 in additional funding.
The University of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital on Saturday, November 5, 2016. The hospital hosted a weekend open house for the new $364 building. (The Daily Iowan/Olivia Sun)

New Research Sheds Light on Prevalence, Factors of Autism

A recent study has led doctors to conclude that the rate in autism diagnoses has risen.
A car atop trees and debris in the rubble of a home in the aftermath of mudslides in the 300 block of Hot Springs Rd.in Montecito, Calif., on Jan. 12, 2018. (Brian van der Brug/Los Angeles Times/TNS)

UI study reveals reasons behind intense snowfall and rainfall

Aadit Tambe, [email protected] January 24, 2018
UI research identifies the role of atmospheric rivers and climate conditions such as the jet stream in predicting storm development and landfall.
Construction finishes at the new library on the third floor of the Tippie College of Business. The new third floor library, set to open in two days, will feature many groups study spaces and a new cafe area for students. (Katie Goodale/The Daily Iowan)

Pappajohn Business Building opens new study space

Andy Mitchell, [email protected] January 24, 2018
Pappajohn Building prepares to open new Biz Hub study space in two days, complete with study spaces and a café.
Voters wait in line outside of the Johnson County Administrative Building on Monday, Nov. 7, 2016 in Iowa City. Monday was the last day of early voting before Tuesday's General Election for the 2016 presidential nomination. (The Daily Iowan/file)

Civic engagement goes beyond turning out to vote

Marissa Payne, [email protected] January 23, 2018
Student leaders and local officials encourage those residing in Johnson County to stay engaged at all levels of politics and turn out at the polls.
UISG brings back ideas to use for spring semester

UISG brings back ideas to use for spring semester

January 23, 2018
A mid-winter conference of Big Ten schools fuels some UISG proposals, addressing food insecurity and the DREAM act.