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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

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John Pappajohn Business Building is seen on Monday, Feb. 19, 2024. The University of Iowa's Insurance major was named eighth after only one year of its existence by U.S. News and World Report.

Iowa’s insurance major named top ten program

Evan Watson, News Reporter October 20, 2024

In the wake of recent natural disasters like Hurricane Milton and Helene, and more local incidents including various field fires in Johnson County, insurance remains a critical aspect of business and...

The Information Technology Services are seen in the Old Capital Mall on Thursday, Oct. 17, 2024. The campus wifi has been experiencing issues throughout the fall semester.

UI ITS outage caused by automated system update

Grace Olson, News Editor October 17, 2024

As many University of Iowa students were working to turn in quizzes and assignments, an Oct. 6 Wi-Fi outage left thousands without internet access. ITS Director of Strategic Communication Nicole...

Belinda Sturm speaks during an open forum with faculty, students, and staff inside the Urmila Sahai Seminar Room in the Medical Education Research Facility on Thursday, Oct. 10, 2024. Sturm is one of two final candidates for the position of University of Iowa vice president for research.

UI brings candidates for VP of research to campus

Zoe Smith, News Reporter October 16, 2024

The University of Iowa held open forums with two new candidates for the open position of vice president of research. The UI is a nationally ranked as a top research institution. Every day, life-changing...

University of Iowa president Barbara Wilson speaks with Daily Iowan staff members at the Adler Journalism building in Iowa City on Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2024. Wilson spoke about DEI changes, DVIP, and the Mercy Hospital transition.

Q&A | UI President Barbara Wilson talks campus diversity, building updates

Brianna Brands, News Reporter October 16, 2024

The Daily Iowan interviewed University of Iowa President Barbara Wilson on Wednesday afternoon on topics ranging from women’s basketball, campus rights and safety, UI Health Care, the future of campus...

The Clinton Street parking garage is seen on Aug. 23, 2024. Recent changes to pay rates in the garages has initiated conversation from Iowa City residents.

USG advocating for greater student parking options

Evan Watson, News Reporter October 16, 2024

For most college students, first learning to navigate campus may be a humbling experience. Out of so many buildings, there are only a few dotted across campus that a student must find at a given time....

Attendees interact with a volunteer at the Indigenous Peoples Day Celebration at the Terry Trueblood Recreation Area in Iowa City on Oct. 14. The Great Plains Action Society booth had free artwork and stickers.

UI student group hosts celebration for Indigenous People’s Day

Emma Jane, News Reporter October 14, 2024

Iowa City residents gathered at Terry Trueblood Recreation Area Monday afternoon to celebrate Indigenous Peoples’ Day with a series of events honoring Native American presence, history, and culture. This...

University of Iowa Dean of the College of Nursing Julie Zurwic poses for a portrait at the UI College of Nursing building on Tuesday, Oct. 8. Zurwic became the dean in the fall of 2017.

Iowa established as top nursing school in national rankings

Brianna Brands, News Reporter October 14, 2024

The University of Iowa College of Nursing was recently ranked the number one public program and fourth overall, according to the latest U.S. News and World Report college rankings, tied with Ohio State...

Marissa Majewski and Charlie Brink cheer through a megaphone for runners crossing the finish line during the Zeta Tau Alpha 25th 5K run for breast cancer education and awareness in Iowa City on Sunday, Oct. 13, 2024. The sorority raised almost $20,000 and had over 100 participants.

Photos: Zeta Tau Alpha 25th Annual 5K for Breast Cancer Awareness

Ava Neumaier and Ethan McLaughlin October 14, 2024

Over a hundred participants registered to run in the Zeta Tau Alpha 25th Annual 5K for breast cancer education and awareness in Iowa City on Sunday. Families and students gathered at a brisk, windy...

Pro-Palestine protesters interact with pro-Israel protesters during an International Day of Action protest by Iowans for Palestine at the Pentacrest in Iowa City on Saturday, Oct. 5, 2024. With the anniversary of Oct. 7, University entities have been working to ensure that free speech is protected around campus.

Free expression on full display after one year of war in Gaza

Zoe Smith, News Reporter October 13, 2024

One year since the Oct. 7 surprise attack on Israel, groups on campus and throughout the Iowa City area are reflecting on how free speech has been expressed in the past year at the University of Iowa. With...

Pedestrians walk across the Iowa Ave pedestrian bridge in Iowa City on Monday, Oct. 7, 2024. Due to cracks and deterioration, the pedestrian bridge will be closed for repairs in the summer of 2025.

Pedestrian bridge to medical campus receiving repairs in summer 2025

Isabelle Foland, News Reporter October 13, 2024

The pedestrian bridge that leads to the University of Iowa medical campus will receive a facelift next summer. According to Iowa City City Council meeting documents, a 2019 inspection found deterioration...

The Burlington Street bridge is seen on Sept. 26. The renovation is expected to cost $30 million.

Burlington Street Bridge to cost $30 million

Madelyn Ambroz, News Reporter October 8, 2024

The Burlington Street Bridge has sparked discussion for a much-needed replacement that could cost the city and Iowa Department of Transportation up to $30 million. Built in 1915, the concrete bridge...

Protesters hold up signs displaying past protests in Iowa City for International Day of Action for Palestine by Iowans for Palestine at the Pentacrest in Iowa City on Oct. 5. During the protest, speakers led chants, and told personal stories.

Year-long war has affected UI

Jack Moore, Managing News Editor October 8, 2024

Oct. 7 marked a year since Hamas militants invaded Israel, leaving almost 1,200 dead and taking 250 people hostage in an unprecedented attack. Now, a year later, the ripple effects of the ensuing war,...