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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

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Veteran voice of the Hawkeyes Gary Dolphin speaks with Iowa linebackers coach Seth Wallace during Iowa football media day on Saturday, Aug. 5, 2017. The Hawkeyes will play open up non-conference play against Wyoming at 11 a.m. (CT) on Saturday, Sept. 2.

Elliot: Yo, Doc Gram: What’s up with Voice of the Hawkeyes Gary Dolphin and the voiceless Hawkeyes?

Beau Elliot, Opinion Columnist December 4, 2018

Yo, Doc Gram: What’s up with Voice of the Hawkeyes Gary Dolphin and the voiceless Hawkeyes? Yo, Yo: (Apologies to the great cellist.) Apparently, if you don’t don a skimpy cheerleader skirt and...

Catlett Dining Hall as seen on Tuesday, Nov. 28, 2017.

Laursen: UI dining can be different

Lucee Laursen, Opinions Editor December 4, 2018

It seems like just yesterday I was filling out my dorm survey to pair me with my freshman-year roommate. I remember I had only visited the UI once before, so when it came to choosing our dorm room, I let...

Kumar: Poverty and homelessness persists in Iowa City

Kumar: Poverty and homelessness persists in Iowa City

Michelle Kumar, Opinions Columnist December 4, 2018

Walking around downtown Iowa City, you’re bound to notice a few things: the construction on the Pedestrian Mall, the holiday decorations, and people on street corners asking for money. While the holiday...

The FilmScene theater screen is shown Dec. 10, 2015.

Hegde: To screen or not to screen

Suchaeta Hegde, Opinions Columnist December 3, 2018

Over Thanksgiving break, I watched the acclaimed movie Sixteen Candles for the first time. The movie has been praised for being a classic, with Molly Ringwald’s authentic portrayal of a frustrated adolescent...

The Old Capitol building is seen in 2018.

Newby: Higher education directly affects success

Taylor Newby, Opinion Columnist December 3, 2018

With the end of the semester arriving in a wave of study groups and test preparation, the question arises of whether this is all worth it. The tight schedules, high-pressure courses, and countless hours...

Weigel: Health screenings can help students

Weigel: Health screenings can help students

Zach Weigel, Opinion Columnist December 2, 2018

Last week, I wrote about how the Second Amendment — the right to bear (fire)arms — has largely remained intact while other freedoms, such as freedom of speech and freedom to assemble, have been significantly...

Sharukh Hasan and Ariana Dewan are fed in Mehndi Nights pre-wedding ceremony in the Old Capitol Mall on Friday, Feb. 12, 2016. The Pakistani Student Alliance and the South Asian Student Alliance sponsored the event.

Hegde: UI students should embrace diversity

Suchaeta Hegde, Opinion Columnist November 29, 2018

It is the middle of the day. You are scrolling through Facebook or Instagram — pick your favorite — and see an organization promoting a cultural event. What are the chances that you will look into...

Benches are seen at the Ped Mall on Wednesday, November 28, 2018.

Banerjee: New Ped Mall benches discriminate against homeless


Anna Banerjee, Opinion Columnist November 29, 2018

The Pedestrian Mall construction, which began with the adoption of the plans in 2014, has been an ongoing presence for some time now. According to the city’s website, the project was undertaken in part...

Iowa sophomore Katie Uehara works at the IMU welcome desk on Thursday, Jan. 25. 2018.

Newby: Part-time jobs provide success for students

Taylor Newby, Opinion Columnist November 29, 2018

First semester is winding down with only a few weeks left as plans are prepared for January that will carry over into the coming months — opportunities arriving in abundance. Spring semester schedules...

CRWC employee, Leyuan Li, makes smoothies at the Power Café on Wednesday, April 5, 2017.

Nadler: Sugar and spice, and everything natural

Zohar Nadler, Opinion Columnist November 28, 2018

As a child, I remember the feeling of excitement that ran through me when I got bribed to do a chore with the reward of candy. Nothing like 20 grams of sugar to get my little mind motivated. Since I never...

Tammy Baldwin, D-Wisconsin, speaks as Congress Joint Select Committee on the Solvency of Multiemployer Pension Plans holds its fifth public hearing on July 25, 2018. (Jay Mallin/Zuma Press/TNS)

20 Out of 20: Baldwin brings relief from incivility

Elijah Helton, Opinion Columnist November 28, 2018

Iowa is going to become the battleground of the 2020 presidential primary in only a few months. It shouldn’t come as a surprise that the Democratic nomination is shaping up to be one of the most crowded...

DI columnist Beau Elliot

Elliot: Civilization crumbles on wings of irony butterflies

Beau Elliot, Opinion Columnist November 27, 2018

Ear Doc Grammar: Communists in Congress. Terrorists and murderers at the gates of our borders. Is civilization crumbling?  Dear That’s the Way the Cookie Crumbles: “Ear”? Well, we guess you caught...

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