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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

A block party-goer grabs a plate of egg rolls at the Homecoming Multicultural Block Party on Tuesday, October 25, 2022.

UI’s annual Multicultural Block Party brings together cultural group

Kufre Ituk, News Reporter October 27, 2022

The University of Iowa held its annual Multicultural Block Party on Tuesday, an event aimed at bringing together the community’s different cultural groups. Hosted by the UI Homecoming Executive...

Contributed photo of Jocelyn Williams.

UI graduate student wins Iowa City Human Rights award

Kufre Ituk, News Reporter October 26, 2022

Jocelyn Williams, a graduate student at the University of Iowa’s School of Planning and Public Affairs, is the newest recipient of the Kenneth Cmiel Human Rights Award from the City of Iowa City...

Photo Illustration by Daniel McGregor-Huyer.

UI Student Support and Crisis Line successful in first year

Isabelle Foland, News Reporter October 25, 2022

The University of Iowa’s 24/7 toll-free Student Support and Crisis Line has responded to hundreds of students who reached out via text, phone, and online chat since its launch in October 2021. The...

The Hardin Library for Health Services building is seen on Oct. 24, 2022.

UI students with disabilities advocate for an accessible campus, main library

Grace Katzer, News Reporter October 25, 2022

University of Iowa students are requesting the Main Library and Hardin Library for Health Sciences provide accommodations for people with disabilities during renovations. While the renovations are...

University of Iowa President Barbara Wilson spoke with The Daily Iowan reporters in Jesup Hall on Friday, Oct. 21, 2022.

UI president pushing to increase federal aid for students

Emily Nyberg, News Reporter October 25, 2022

University of Iowa President Barbara Wilson is advocating for more federal financial aid for Hawkeys as debt forgiveness remains a hot topic throughout the U.S. President Joe Biden announced a loan...

Contributed photo by Archie Wagner.

UI Homecoming Executive Board pleased with turnout for new event Hawks Run Home 5K

Archie Wagner, News Reporter October 24, 2022

In the first Hawks Run Home 5K, 65 current University of Iowa students and Iowa City community members participated in the run early Sunday morning. The 5K is a new event included in the UI’s...

The Iowa marching band plays during a football game between No. 2 Iowa and Purdue at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 16, 2021. The Boilermakers defeated the Hawkeyes, 24-7.

Women in Hawkeye Marching Band reflect on activity’s camaraderie in new project

Archie Wagner, News Reporter October 23, 2022

University of Iowa alum Laurie Canady examined the history of women in the Hawkeye Marching Band related to the 50th anniversary of Title IX. Canady and the women involved with the “50 Years...

Senior Lauren Pearson opens Cambus doors for students at the University of Iowa in Iowa City on Tuesday, Oct. 18, 2022. Cambus, the UI’s transportation system, celebrates 50 years of operation this year. Pearson got hired at the beginning of August and said the job is very flexible with her schedule as on the rowing team. “It’s been really fun,” Pearson said. “It’s one of the better jobs on campus because it’s so flexible and you can pick up shifts whenever.”

Cambus to host alumni reunion during homecoming week

Kate Perez, News Editor October 23, 2022

As University of Iowa 2022 homecoming activities begin across campus, a specific group of alumni is returning to Iowa City: former Cambus employees. On Oct. 28, Cambus will host its Celebration...

University of Iowa President Barbara Wilson speaks with The Daily Iowan reporters in Jessup Hall on Friday, Oct. 21, 2022.

Q&A with President Barbara Wilson

DI Staff October 23, 2022

The Daily Iowan sat down with University of Iowa President Barbara Wilson on Friday to talk about her first two years as president. During her first two years at the UI, Wilson said she has been...

James McCalley speaks during Panel 3 for the Hubbell Environmental Law Inititative at the University of Iowa College of Law in Iowa City on Tuesday, Oct. 11, 2022.

UI College of Law launches new environmental initiative after receiving $5 million donation

Sydney Libert, News Reporter October 19, 2022

The University of Iowa College of Law created an initiative for students to learn about environmental law through mentorship and public discussions on hot-button issues.  College of Law class of 1976...

Sophia Davis drives the test car in the testing area of the University of Iowa’s National Advanced Driving Simulator, in Coralville, Iowa, on Wednesday, Oct. 19, 2022.

UI launches program encouraging employees to explore campus

Emily Nyberg, News Reporter October 19, 2022

The University of Iowa launched a new pilot program, Discover Your University, to allow faculty and staff to explore campus that they don’t get to visit during a normal workday.  On the first visit...

Contributed photo from Karla Madrigal.

Former UI Pen Pal Project participant returns as new program leader

Isabelle Foland, News Reporter October 18, 2022

The University of Iowa’s Pen Pal Project welcomed a familiar face as the program’s newest coordinator. Karla Madrigal was hired in September as an academic coach for the Center for Inclusive...

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