Along with race and partisanship, gender is arguably one of the most salient identities in America today. There’s no denying that often, it matters whether you are white or nonwhite, a Democrat or a...
As an avid believer of a “look good, feel good” life, I am rather impressed with the University of Iowa’s efforts to incentivize students to improve their health. Personally, I prioritize going to...
The English-Philosophy Building has hosted thousands of undergraduate and graduate students at the University of Iowa every year since it was built in 1966. With the number of students that are in EPB,...
Like many Americans, I learned the mythologized version of Christopher Columbus in elementary school — that he proved the Earth was round (he did not — it was common knowledge at the time), that he...
The conversations surrounding mental health have come a long way in these past few years, but there are still blind spots when it comes to communities of color. Often culturally, mental health is taboo...
A recent article in the DI, “Mayflower operates at 60 percent capacity to give returners on-campus living space,” grabbed my attention as soon as the headline appeared on my laptop.
As a freshman,...
You know rape survivors. You’ve read the news. You’ve seen the reports. You’ve watched those videos during Orientation. Sexual misconduct, harassment, and assault are prevalent, pervasive, and that’s...
Overflowing with heavy class loads and major-related activities, I — among many other students — have pondered whether the required classes I take have any purpose at all. College can seem like a race...
The two main political parties have a long history of disputes and disagreements over a plethora of complex issues. When it comes to engaging in political discussions, it is often hard for members of the...
Sexual-assault allegations against Supreme Court nominee Judge Brett Kavanaugh bring about concerns regarding blaming the victim and further coercion into not reporting sex crimes. It is important to note...
An interesting criticism I’ve received when talking about immigration or racial justice is that I’m a coastal elite or out of touch with “real Americans.”
As a college student, I’m admittedly...
In light of the MeToo Movement, it has become increasingly harder to reach common ground on how long those who commit heinous acts must be punished before they can begin their path to redemption.
Comedian...
