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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 works to help vets

SHANE ERSLAND November 11, 2009

Life at the UI is entirely different from that in the war zone. And that’s why the university’s veteran-friendly programs — some of the best in the nation — are crucial for student veterans. Members...

Gulf vet aids younger vets

JORDAN FRIES November 11, 2009

Cate Hartmann’s journey to the UI hasn’t been easy. In 1990, she was forced to leave her fifth-grade son behind when her National Guard unit was deployed to Iraq for the first Gulf War. During 11...

Courts being hit hard

REGINA ZILBERMINTS November 11, 2009

Employees at the Johnson County Courthouse are bracing for furloughs, potential layoffs, and yet another slash in funding — something they say will further affect an already struggling justice system. Iowa...

Communicator is key, VP candidate says

PARKER SMITH November 11, 2009

Sandra Conn thinks verbally. Conn, the UI’s second candidate for vice president for strategic communication, said she’s great at working with words — whether as a writer or in public relations. The...

Ped Mall businesses want smoking ban

NICOLE KARLIS November 11, 2009

Boutiques in the Pedestrian Mall are looking to move loiterers out of the area — and another smoking ordinance could be the solution. Iowa City business owners, such as Ritu Jain and Catherine Champion,...

Iowa up for $45 million grant from Department of Energy

LAUREN MILLS November 11, 2009

Tall, white, three-bladed wind turbines are sprouting out of Iowa’s corn fields. In the future, the turbines are likely to spread and grow — possibly with the help of UI research. University officials...

Study: Schools not up to speed on harassment

ASHLEY OERMAN November 11, 2009

Iowa schools still aren’t up to par when it comes to the prevention of harassment and bullying, according to a study released today. Findings from the 2009 Climate Survey suggest a serious need for...

School Board approves redistricting goals

HOLLY HINES November 11, 2009

Iowa City School Board members approved their list of four redistricting priorities on Tuesday, after making slight wording changes. Board members will present the non-ranked priorities — enrollment...

Spotlight Iowa City: Being adaptive in the nude deal

CHRIS CURTLAND November 11, 2009

Hundreds of people have seen Jenny Edwards, 42, nude. But even on her first day of art modeling for a UI class two years ago, Edwards said she always felt comfortable, invoking the artistic musings onto...

Woman charged with assault on officer

DI STAFF November 11, 2009

Police charged an Iowa City woman on Monday after she allegedly assaulted a police officer. Ayla Marshek, 21, of 1123 Town Court Apt. B, was charged with assault on a peace officer and second-offense...

Man charged with assault with intent

DI STAFF November 11, 2009

An Iowa City man faces a felony charge after he allegedly attacked a woman in her home on Monday night with the intention of sexually assaulting her. Daniel Bothell, 32, of 424 Dakota Trail, was charged...

Simulator tests local bus drivers

PARKER SMITH November 10, 2009

A new Cambus driver, Bill Weets got the dreaded late-night shift. During his first semester on the job, lack of seniority forced the now UI senior to drive the Saferide route, which runs until after 2...