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The Daily Iowan

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

Olson announces withdrawal from gubernatorial race

DANIEL SEIDL December 18, 2013

Rep. Tyler Olson, D-Cedar Rapids, announced Tuesday he was dropping out of the gubernatorial race. “While focused on supporting my children through the transition in my personal life, it is clear...

Latham won’t run again

BRENT GRIFFITHS December 18, 2013

Rep. Tom Latham, R-Iowa, announced Tuesday he would not seek re-election to the U.S. House. “… Responsible leaders — regardless of what level they serve — must always take time to reflect...

Longtime councilor to retire

REBECCA MORIN December 17, 2013

Taking care of people has long been Connie Champion’s forte. After raising eight children, at least 10 foster children, and now helping care for 20 grandchildren, Champion is hoping to take a break...

New English Language Learner programs faring well for ICCSD

MEGAN SANCHEZ December 17, 2013

The Iowa City School District has seen an increase in enrollment coupled with a rise in students needing English as a Second Language services. This year, the district added additional support for these...

UI professor speaks out against Israeli university boycott

DANIEL SEIDL December 17, 2013

The American Studies Association announced on Monday the approval of an academic boycott of Israel, and at least two members of the University of Iowa community with ties to the organization say the move...

Century-old building will open soon with new renovations

ABIGAIL MEIER December 17, 2013

As half of the drywall peels away from the inside of the Grossix Building, the material beneath exposes almost a century of historical structural value of the downtown Iowa City establishment. Community...

Ticket sales indicate Hawkeye fan excitement

MEGAN DEPPE December 17, 2013

Despite the slow response from its opposing team’s fans, the Iowa Hawkeyes can expect a large turnout at the Outback Bowl game in just a few weeks. This is the fourth appearance for the Iowa...

Iowa tutoring works to remain helpful

MEGAN DEPPE December 16, 2013

As the prices for tutors rise all across the United States, Iowa City tutoring services try their best to remain affordable and helpful for students. The tutoring industry is booming — according to...

IMU hosts activities for Finals Week

REBECCA MORIN December 16, 2013

Silence fell in the IMU Sunporch as students left the world of fluorescent lights to a room bordered with twinkling ones. With finals starting this week, students are looking for any way to relax. “Obviously,...

UI officials hope for a new College of Pharmacy facility

ABIGAIL MEIER December 16, 2013

After experiencing years of “outdated learning,” UI College of Pharmacy officials have high hopes for an approval from the state Legislature to create a new facility on the West Campus. Within...

Lawmakers outline their goals for 2014

LILY ABROMEIT December 16, 2013

The next legislative session is approaching for Iowa, and legislators are beginning to reflect on the last year in order to create plans for the future. Senate President Pam Jochum, D-Dubuque “It’s...

Antibiotics move draws fire, applause

GABRIELLA DUNN December 13, 2013

The U.S. Food and Drug Admiration announced a voluntary plan on Wednesday to begin phasing out the use of certain antibiotics in livestock animals, and area people are split about the announcement. Antibiotics...