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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

Photo illustration of textbooks along with artificial intelligence tools.

AI enhanced textbooks draw concern from UI professors

Genevieve DiChiara, News Reporter February 18, 2025

Recent advancements in artificial intelligence technology are integrating “smart” features into online textbooks, allowing students to interact with the material through personalized explanations,...

University of Iowa business major Charlie DeGroot styles a customer’s nails inside of Rienow residence hall on Tuesday, Jan. 28, 2025. Degroot along with many other Iowa students do others nails out of dormitories.

Nailed it: UI students find success doing nails on campus

Grace Olson, News Editor February 18, 2025

Sitting at a table splayed with UV lights, and a rainbow of polishes and brushes, University of Iowa first-year student Charlie DeGroot had meticulously arranged her station. As I sat down for our...

Palin Narsian, Naina Miranda, and Sophia Karthik, members of the Diabetes Link program listen during an interview with the Daily Iowan in Iowa City on Feb, 11, 2025. The program offers support and advocacy for those with type one diabetes.

UI Diabetes Link searches for community amid growing diagnosis rates

Jack Moore, Managing News Editor February 18, 2025

More than 7,500 students with Type 1 diabetes enter college every year, and the number is only growing. At the University of Iowa, a student organization called Diabetes Link is working to support...

Kitty Corner Social Club progresses towards opening on Clinton St. On Wednesday, Feb 5, 2025. The lounge is managed by Katy Brown and will open late February.

Kitty Corner Social Club offers socialization and enrichment for cats and humans alike

Riley Dunn, Digital Editor February 18, 2025

Nestled just across the street from the Pentacrest, the Kitty Corner Social Club will be sinking its claws into Iowa City in mid-to-late February. The city’s first-ever cat lounge aims to provide...

Riders ride past the Old Capitol to leave Iowa City during RAGBRAI on Saturday, July 29, 2023. This coming year's trek will be more than 50 miles shorter than previous years.

RAGBRAI reveals 2025 route over 50 miles shorter than previous years

Chloe Oppelt, News Reporter February 17, 2025

The 2025 route for Iowa’s biggest bike ride, revealed in January, is the second shortest in the history of the Register’s Annual Great Bicycle Ride Across Iowa. RAGBRAI will hold its 406-mile,...

223 Baby Co. is seen on Dubuque St. in downtown Iowa City on Feb. 17, 2025. 223 Baby Co.’s owner Macy Krall is looking to promote her sister business, 223 Vintage Co., in West Branch. The store sells vintage items from every era.

223 Vintage Co. provides a second-hand hidden gem

Chloe Oppelt, News Reporter February 17, 2025

Vintage has been coming back in significant ways over the past decade. Sustainable fashion has been a hot trend in the media with increasing concerns regarding climate change. Shopping secondhand not...

The Old Capitol Building is seen in Iowa City on  Tuesday, April 25, 2023.

Eight UI diversity councils no longer recognized as of Monday

Emma Jane, News Reporter February 17, 2025

As of Monday, Feb. 17, the following University of Iowa councils will no longer be recognized by the university: Council on the Status of Women African American Council Latinx Council ...

The University of Iowa International Programs office is seen in Iowa City on Friday, Feb. 14, 2025. The University offers study abroad programs in approximately 50 countries throughout the world.

Studying abroad programs becoming more popular among UI students

Genevieve DiChiara, News Reporter February 16, 2025

The University of Iowa has a multitude of international programs through which students can travel to 49 countries in over 200 study abroad programs. Multiple options for lengths are available, including...

Iowa City community members speak with City Council special elections candidate Ross Nusser during a meet and greet with Nusser at Java House in Iowa City on Friday, Feb.14, 2025. (Cody Blissett/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa City City Council candidate Ross Nusser speaks at Q&A event

Anna Mitchell, News Reporter February 16, 2025

Community members gathered at The Java House Friday morning to talk with Ross Nusser, candidate for Iowa City City Council, in preparation for the special election slated for March 4. Nusser advanced...

Johnson County man taken into ICE custody

Johnson County man taken into ICE custody

Emma Jane, News Reporter February 16, 2025

Jose Checo Cabral, a 50-year-old Johnson County resident, is currently in the custody of Immigration and Customs Enforcement, or ICE, after being arrested for violating a no-contact order by contacting...

A sheriff in Iowa is defying ICE. Where does Johnson County stand?

A sheriff in Iowa is defying ICE. Where does Johnson County stand?

Emma Jane, News Reporter February 13, 2025

A county sheriff in northeast Iowa recently issued a statement rejecting federal immigration detainers and vowing to block enforcement efforts he deems unconstitutional. As the state launches an investigation...

Grad students working on research with CSD faculty, from Beth Walker and Milli Kuruvilla-Dugdale.

Photo contributed by Beth Walker

UI Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders launches new research program

Madison Schuler, News Reporter February 13, 2025

A select number of undergraduate students in the Communication Science and Disorders Department at the University of Iowa are gearing up to gain valuable experience in a new research initiative.  The...