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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

University of Iowa students José Muñiz Jr. and Regan Smock pose for a portrait outside of the Old Capital building on Sunday afternoon. Muñiz and Smock are running for office in the upcoming University Student Government election.

Bridging the disconnect: how Undergraduate Student Government’s sole executive ticket is reimagining shared governance, student involvement, and equity at the UI

Grace Hamilton, News Reporter April 5, 2021

Undergraduate Student Government election week kicked off on Monday with unchallenged tickets across the ballot. Still, presidential and vice presidential candidates Regan Smock and José Muñiz Jr....

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Postcard Writing Exchange project to connect high school students to college students studying German

Isabel Tuisl, News Reporter April 4, 2021

After recognizing the increase in screen burnout among students, the University of Iowa Department of German has launched a postcard exchange for University of Iowa German students to connect with...

University of Iowa Student Government office door as seen on Jan. 26.

Five students to run for a 2021 USG Independent Senator position

Caitlin Crome, News Reporter April 4, 2021

Five students are running as independent senators in the 2021 Undergraduate Student Government elections for seven available seats. Those students are Joshua Brown, Lauren Salloum, Zachary Springer,...

Photo of Kedibona Ochs. Contributed.

North Liberty teacher Kedibona Ochs inspires students

Caitlin Crome, News Reporter April 4, 2021

By the time Kedibona Ochs graduated high school, he’d lived in 10 different houses by his estimate. Now an English teacher at Liberty High School, he is always carrying his boombox, playing music...

Instagram profiles of the University of Iowa Student Government’s senatorial tickets are pictured on Sunday, April 4, 2021.

SOAR and YOUIowa present visions for Undergraduate Student Government

Brady Osborne, News Reporter April 4, 2021

Undergraduate Student Government election voting starts today, and most prospective senators have chosen between two tickets to run on. SOAR and YOUIowa are running in the upcoming election. Students...

Photo Illustration by Katie Goodale

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...

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