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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

Women leadership in Iowa considered after initial survey

MEGAN DEPPE November 11, 2013

Following a study and recent forum on women in leadership positions in Iowa, community members are now trying to discover the reasons behind their last-place ranking in the country for women in leadership...

UI makes headway on IMU, arts campus flood recovery

ABIGAIL MEIER November 11, 2013

As the debris of destruction lingers on the grounds of the old Hancher Auditorium, University of Iowa officials are anxious for the start of construction on the new music and art buildings east and west...

Marijuana on the rise in Iowa

LILY ABROMEIT November 11, 2013

Marijuana use is marking its 20-year state high, and Iowa has noticed an increase in marijuana-related crimes over the past few years, a recent state drug report found. However, officials say they are...

UI alum Marcelo Mena-Carrasco received the International Impact award

GRETA MEYLE November 11, 2013

Affecting the world one environmental feat at a time, Marcelo Mena-Carrasco has accomplished many notable projects in the realm of sustainability. Conquering air-pollution and water-quality problems in...

Graduate College seeks diverse population

LILY ABROMEIT November 8, 2013

After receiving their undergraduate education, students have a choice: remaining on the campus they have inhabited for the last four years or traveling to a new university. Officials in the University...

Dance Marathon hosts 100 days out event

GRETA MEYLE November 8, 2013

Laughter echoed across the floor of the IMU Main Ballroom as ’90s music resonated from blaring speakers. Bright neon windbreakers, scrunchie hairdos, and most importantly, a sea of lime green peppered...

ICCSD releases revised facilities timeline

REBECCA MORIN November 8, 2013

The 59-year-old Hoover Elementary may retire sooner than expected. After recent public reaction, Iowa City School District administrators released a revision of the 10-year facilities plan timeline on...

Johnson County officials split on LEED certification for Secondary Roads

DANIEL SEIDL November 8, 2013

Despite a history of excellence in sustainability, Johnson County officials are unsure about whether a new county building will follow this trend. Plans are almost finished for the more than $3 million...

Iowa still sending juveniles to prison

ABIGAIL MEIER November 8, 2013

Within the past few decades, 22 states around the nation have adjusted their laws to help prevent juveniles from being tried as adults to enhance their chances at better lives. Iowa is not one of those...

UISG unveils new charger rental program

DI STAFF November 7, 2013

The University of Iowa Student Government launched a new checkout program. UISG announced it launching a program to rent laptop chargers to students in the Main Library Learning Commons. Students can...

Iowa City state official announces run for fifth term

DI STAFF November 7, 2013

Iowa City’s senator has announced his intentions to seek a fifth term in Des Moines. Sen. Joe Bolkcom, D-Iowa City, announced Wednesday he will run to represent his district, which includes Iowa...

UI ranks 21st in the country in green energy production

DI STAFF November 7, 2013

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency recognized the University of Iowa Main Campus buildings as leaders in green power usage. The UI came in at No. 21 on the list composed of 30 organizations that...