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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

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Opinion | 'Tis the season for academic achievement

Opinion | ‘Tis the season for academic achievement

Abigail Jones, Opinions Columnist September 30, 2025

Pumpkin spice lattes, crisp autumn leaves, knit cardigans, and apple cinnamon-scented candles are just a few fall time staples. Any combination of these elements can create a productive season.  Fall...

The Iowa Board of Regents begins open session at the University of Northern Iowa’s Maucker Union in Cedar Falls, Iowa on Wednesday, Sept. 17, 2025. The board has overseen the University of Iowa, Iowa State, and the University of Northern Iowa for the last 116 years.

Opinion | Intellectual freedom isn’t possible without diversity

Muskan Mehta, Opinions Editor September 30, 2025

The Board of Regents finalized the advisory board for the newly established University of Iowa Center for Intellectual Freedom on Sept. 17.  Described as a center aiming to promote intellectual...

Turning Point USA Founder Charlie Kirk speaks to an audience during his “Culture War” tour at the Iowa Memorial Union on Wednesday, October 23, 2019.

Opinion | The cognitive dissonance of Charlie Kirk’s death

Abigail Jones, Opinions Columnist September 23, 2025

It’s not often that an opinion writer is at a total loss for words.  I have plenty of thoughts and opinions whirling around like a twister, but they contradict and consume themselves until I...

Iowa City police officer Alex Hertges gives a warning during a traffic stop at Kum & Go in Iowa City on Friday, Sept. 19, 2025.

Opinion| Iowa City is losing its voice in police accountability

Kade Grierson, Opinions Columnist September 23, 2025

On Sept. 6, Iowa News Now reported officers had shot and killed a teen after he advanced on them with a weapon at the end of a vehicle pursuit in Greene County.  On Mar. 18, KCRG reported on a...

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Opinion | Accepting that I’m not the best dressed on campus

Samantha Burds, Opinions Columnist September 18, 2025

September — the biggest month for fashion — is here. Vogue’s largest issue is out this month, the NYC-London-Milan-Paris Fashion Week circuit is well underway, and numerous clothing outlets...

A double exposure photograph shows traffic on Highway 6 and a pedestrian traffic light on Monday, Sept. 23, 2024.

Opinion | The common misconception about parking

Samantha Burds, Opinions Columnist September 16, 2025

I often find myself resorting to the same question every time I try making small talk around campus: “How are you liking the city?” To which I am often hit with “It’s great, but parking sucks.” I...

Iowa City residents wait in line to enter Reunion Brewery in downtown Iowa City on Saturday, Nov. 26.

Opinion | Dance is a forgotten form of catharsis, and we need to bring it back

Kade Grierson, Opinions Columnist September 15, 2025

Catharsis is a beautiful word and an even more beautiful feeling. It’s hardly describable in words, but the closest we can come is to call it a release.  Crying is an obvious catharsis, and I'm...

Players prepare for the snap during a Cy-Hawk series football game between Iowa and No. 16 Iowa State at Jack Trice Stadium in Ames, Iowa, on Sept. 6, 2025. The Cyclones defeated the Hawkeyes 16-13.

Opinion | Overconfidence is both our downfall and our saving grace

Abigail Jones, Opinions Columnist September 14, 2025

This year’s loss to the Cyclones felt particularly potent, leaving an empty pit in the stomachs of fans. But why? Had this been any other game, it would have been disappointing, certainly, but not...

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Opinion | YouTube will never be child-friendly

Lily Meline, Opinions Columnist September 10, 2025

Last month, YouTube rolled out a controversial new update to allow an analytical artificial intelligence algorithm to estimate a viewer’s age based on their watch history and the date they created...

A demonstrator holds a sign at the UIowa, Erase Hate Not Our Communities Protest on the Pentacrest in Iowa City on Saturday, March 1, 2025. The demonstration was held in response to the University of Iowa’s plan to discontinue living learning communities on campus.

Opinion | Firing staff supportive of DEI will cost the UI more than its funding

Kade Grierson, Opinions Columnist September 9, 2025

Iowa Republican lawmakers U.S. Rep. Randy Feenstra and state Rep. Taylor Collins have called for the firing of University of Iowa employees Drea Tinoco and Cory Lockwood. If these employees are fired,...

Police tape is seen in front of Brother’s Bar and Grill in Iowa City, Iowa on Jan. 14, 2023.

Opinion | Back to school; back to aggressive bar culture

Samantha Burds, Opinions Columnist September 9, 2025

Like the weather, Iowa City’s nightlife has seasons. Recently, the city saw a shift from fun, light crowds to loud and raging groups of students.  Frequent bargoer, Wyatt Paisley, prefers going...

Opinion | Electric scooters aren’t your enemies

Opinion | Electric scooters aren’t your enemies

Lily Meline, Opinions Columnist September 9, 2025

I’ve gotten every type of dirty look possible while riding my electric scooter — glares that say, “I shouldn’t have to comply with you.” I see wide, scared eyes from someone imagining the...