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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

UI Study Abroad officials see little interest in Cuba program as deadline looms

RISHABH R. JAIN September 18, 2012

No students have registered for the University of Iowa’s Overseas writing program in Cuba 10 days before the deadline, despite program managers opening its gates to graduate and non-degree seeking...

Some express concern over UI electronic ticket system

NICK HASSETT September 18, 2012

Paper tickets for sports events at the University of Iowa may be a thing of the past if a new electronic student ticketing system proves to be a success, yet many students have concerns regarding reselling...

UI celebrates Emancipation Proclamation anniversary

ERIC CLARK September 18, 2012

As the 150th anniversary of the Emancipation Proclamation approaches, at least one University of Iowa official doesn’t think there’s enough diversity at the UI. “Sometimes, people think...

Iowa launches bullying database as UI focuses on the issue

BRENT GRIFFITHS September 18, 2012

State and University of Iowa officials have recently launched efforts to help teachers better combat bullying that may occur among young adults. The Iowa Department of Education launched a database on...

Dyersville man faces assault charges

DI STAFF September 18, 2012

A Dyersville, Iowa, man was accused Sept. 15 of tackling a man in the 400 block of South Lucas Street. According to an Iowa City police complaint, Mitchell Ramler, 19, was charged with assault causing...

UI ranked on Victor Media’s list of Military Friendly Schools

DI STAFF September 18, 2012

The University of Iowa was ranked among the Victor Media’s list of Military Friendly Schools for the fourth year in a row. According to a UI press release, the list is compiled of state universities,...

Cedar Rapids man dies in I-380 accident

DI STAFF September 18, 2012

A Cedar Rapids man is dead following a single car accident that took place in the early morning Sunday on I-380 northbound. According to a release by Coralville police, vehicles from the Coralville Police...

Man charged with stealing 51 bottles of Grey Goose

DI STAFF September 17, 2012

A local man has been accused of stealing 51 bottles of Grey Goose vodka from Walmart over a period of time. According to Iowa City police complaints, Mack Blumingburg, 20, was charged Sept. 13 with bootlegging...

Man charged with stealing wallet from house party bedroom

DI STAFF September 17, 2012

A local man was charged after allegedly stealing a wallet from a bedroom at a house party. According to an Iowa City police complaint, Nadjib Bourahla, 18, was charged Sept. 8 after a female reported...

Man charged with intent to sell marijuana

DI STAFF September 17, 2012

A local man faces a drug charge after allegedly being found with six individually wrapped packages of marijuana in his car. According to a Coralville police complaint, Ricky Witt, 38, was charged Sept....

Local man charged with possession of meth

DI STAFF September 17, 2012

A local man was charged after police allegedly found syringes and methamphetamine under the passenger seat of the driver’s car. According to a North Liberty police complaint, Paul Perrin was charged...

Local man charged with stealing 2006 Dodge Charger

DI STAFF September 17, 2012

A Des Moines man was charged after allegedly stealing a car valued at $12,000. According to a State Patrol complaint, Reginald Doss, 26, was charged with first-degree theft after allegedly unlawfully...