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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

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University of Iowa students advised to take first available vaccine appointment

Lily Rosen Marvin, News Reporter April 1, 2021

After weeks of checking location after location for vaccine appointments, University of Iowa junior Jenna Walsh said she was excited when she finally found an open appointment at the HyVee in Cedar...

(left to right) Candidates for USG Constituency Senator positions Nick Nachtman,  Xiangheng Li, and Sam Andrus pose for portraits on Wednesday, March 31.

USG constituency senatorial candidates pursue seats to represent first generation, LGBTQ+, and veteran students

Grace Hamilton, News Reporter April 1, 2021

With the Undergraduate Student Government election season underway, three candidates anticipate gaining a seat in the senate as constituency senators. Representing their university constituents...

Professional Student Survey Report from the Health and Safety Committee of the University of Iowa Graduate and Professional Student Government (GPSG) as seen on April 1. The report details the well-being of students during COVID-19.

Most graduate students report negative mental health according to survey

Eleanor Hildebrandt, News Reporter April 1, 2021

Following a tumultuous year for students pursuing secondary degrees, the University of Iowa Graduate and Professional Student Government conducted a survey to understand students' experiences during...

The UI College of Dentistry and Dental Clinics building is seen on July 17, 2019.

Galen Schneider named interim dean of College of Dentistry

Claire Benson, News Reporter April 1, 2021

Galen Schneider has been named the interim dean within the University of Iowa College of Dentistry. Executive Vice President and Provost Kevin Kregel named Schneider the interim dean effective June...

The Old Capitol is seen on Sunday, March 21, 2021.

University of Iowa to keep four-week winter session in 2021-2022 school year

Brady Osborne, News Reporter April 1, 2021

The University of Iowa has announced it's academic schedule for the 2021-2022 school year, continuing its four-week winter session and adding a spring break for spring 2022. According to an Iowa...

Community members speak during the Trans Day of Visibility rally at the Pentacrest on Wednesday, March 31, 2021. The event was put on by the LGBTQ Iowa Archives and Library, and featured chalking and speeches by members of the community.

‘Trans rights are human rights’: Students, community members gather to celebrate Transgender Day of Visibility

Rachel Schilke, News Editor March 31, 2021

Under flags of pink, white, and blue, more than 100 students and Iowa City community members gathered on Wednesday to celebrate a day of visibility for transgender individuals worldwide, advocating...

A group of people pose for their profits and to show their signs on Wednesday, March 31, 2021. Iowa Citizens for Community Change held the rally on the Riverside Dr. overpass.

Climate advocates rally to demand Iowa’s Congressional Delegation support for Thrive Act

Maddie Johnston, Arts Reporter March 31, 2021

A group of around 40 people congregated on the overpass at the intersection of Burlington Street and Riverside Drive Wednesday afternoon to advocate for the THRIVE Act (Transform, Heal, and Renew by...

Picture of Professor Jovana Davidovic taken by Roeland Verhallen. (Contributed)

UI professor helps to develop an ethics course for the U.S. Navy

Marco Oceguera, News Reporter March 31, 2021

Associate Professor of Philosophy Jovana Davidovic has played an important role in the effort to modernize the U.S. Navy and prepare it for future military challenges by helping develop a Navy Ethics...

The Old Capitol is seen on Sunday, March 21, 2021.

USG to reconsider legislation that would create a Jewish constituency senator position

Brady Osborne, News Reporter March 30, 2021

The Undergraduate Student Government will reconsider adding a Jewish constituency senator position, after previously voting the legislation down. The senate voted to reconsider the bill, titled...

State Board of Regents then President Bruce Rastetter announced the newly appointed President Bruce Harreld during a meeting in the IMU on Thursday, Sept. 3, 2015. Harreld is the 21st president of the University of Iowa. (Margaret Kispert/The Daily Iowan)

From ‘disappointment’ to a ‘seat at the table’, how Harreld changed shared governance

Eleanor Hildebrandt, News Reporter March 30, 2021

When Bruce Harreld first took the helm as the University of Iowa’s president in 2015, members of the four shared governance branches were initially hesitant. Harreld’s appointment came after...

The University of Iowa International Programs office is seen on March 28, 2021 in the Old Capitol Mall.

Study abroad prioritizes virtual experiences, bringing back travel in the fall

Mary Hartel, News Reporter March 30, 2021

When University of Iowa junior Linette Leng embarked for Spain in spring 2020, she anticipated staying for nearly eight months and completing two different experiences abroad. But when Leng got...

The University Of Iowa Pride Alliance Center, or the Pride House, is seen on Monday, March 29, 2021. The center is located at 125 Grand Ave Ct.

Pride Alliance Center launches inaugural Pride Week

Marco Oceguera, News Reporter March 29, 2021

Students at the University of Iowa’s Pride Alliance Center are implementing the first ever Pride Week program that began Monday and goes until April 2. Because Pride events often occur at the...

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