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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

Syringes for the COVID-19 vaccine lay on a counter at the VA Medical Center in Iowa City on Tuesday, Dec. 22, 2020. The center received the Moderna vaccine for its employees.

Opinion | Get your COVID-19 booster shot for the holidays

Elise Cagnard, Opinions Contributor November 14, 2021

While you may already be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, your job is not over yet. If you got vaccinated on May 15 or earlier, it is time to get your booster shot, if you’re eligible. As we’re...

Former Vice President Mike Pence addresses a crowd during a Young Americans for Freedom event at the Iowa Memorial Union main lounge on Nov. 1, 2021. Pence was the main speaker at the event. Pence gave a speech about protecting the United States Constitution from the current administration’s left-leaning values.

Opinion | Mike Pence said nothing

Peyton Downing, Opinions Columnist November 11, 2021

Yet again, we as Iowa students are subjected to political machinations at the national level from visitors. The most recent individual to do this is former vice president Mike Pence. He gave the usual...

A protester speaks over a microphone during a protest against a military coup in Sudan on Saturday, Oct. 30, 2021. Around 100 people came and showed their support after the first protest earlier that week.

Opinion | Iowa City protesters should fight for Sudanese freedom

Ally Pronina, Opinions Columnist November 10, 2021

Near the end of October, over 100 Sudanese Americans gathered in front of the University of Iowa Old Capitol Building to protest the military coup in Sudan. Iowans, and everyone around the world protesting...

Opinion | Let’s rethink food in Iowa

Opinion | Let’s rethink food in Iowa

Sophia Meador, Opinions Columnist November 10, 2021

By 2050, the world population is expected to be nearly 10 billion. However, due to population growth, urbanization and increase of demand for animal sourced protein, the world food demand is expected...

An employee at Bread Garden, a grocery store in Iowa City bags a customer's groceries on April 18th, 2017. Bread Garden offers a small discount for customers who bring their own bags.

Opinion | Iowa’s outdated, irresponsible legislation is contributing to the degradation of the environment

Grace Hildahl, Opinions Contributor November 9, 2021

When Katy Perry sang, “Do you ever feel like a plastic bag drifting through the wind wanting to start again?” many thought of it as a touching line or were possibly concerned for her emotional well-being. However,...

Students work at the University of Iowa Campus Recreation and Wellness Center on Wednesday Sept. 16, 2020.

Opinion | Student employees deserve to be paid more

Yassie Buchanan, Opinions Columnist November 9, 2021

With many facing financial struggles during the COVID-19 pandemic, all University of Iowa student employees deserve a raise.  With a shortage of student employees on campus, the UI has given raises...

Compostable food waste is tracked in plastic bins at Hillcrest Dining Hall on Wednesday, March 8, 2017. The food is being weighed as part of a food waste audit to measure students' trash.

Opinion | UI needs to do a better job addressing food waste

Elise Cagnard, Opinions Contributor November 8, 2021

If you’re like most University of Iowa students, you've lived in the dorms and had the pleasure of eating at one of three university dining halls. While this is a prime time to destress, relax, and...

Opinion |  The curious case of the overpaid American physician

Opinion | The curious case of the overpaid American physician

Shahab Khan, Opinions Columnist November 7, 2021

The U.S. does not have enough doctors, and the shortage is contributing to the high costs patients pay when they go to the hospital. In the mainstream debates surrounding our health care systems,...

Old man busy using mobile phone at home while sleeping on sofa - concept of senior people using technology, internet and social media

Opinion | How to be a responsible news consumer

Peter Anders, Opinions Columnist November 4, 2021

We are in a digital epidemic — doomscrolling. Doomscrolling, the tendency we have to spend long periods of time reading negative news — often news with sensationalized headlines — kicked into...

Opinion | Stay healthy and wear proper attire this winter

Opinion | Stay healthy and wear proper attire this winter

Peyton Downing, Opinions Columnist November 3, 2021

With the dropping temperatures and night getting dark earlier, we will yet again be accosted by the sight of college men wearing only shorts and a T-shirt. Not only is this a horrendous fashion choice,...

Volunteers from Shelter House, Iowa Finance Authority, and Hodge Construction are seen  building walls for the 501 Project on June 17, 2021 in Coralville. The 501 Project will bring the community a “housing first” shelter for people experiencing homelessness.

Opinion | Be an advocate for the less fortunate

Sophia Meador, Opinions Columnist November 3, 2021

Many enjoy the winter months because it means curling up and getting cozy from the comfort of their homes. Winter is a time for celebrating holidays with family and friends and staying warm inside....

The Nite Ride transportation vehicle is seen on Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2021. (Grace Smith/The Daily Iowan)

Opinion | Nite Ride needs to start earlier for UI students

Signe Nettum, Opinions Contributor November 2, 2021

I never considered myself a night person growing up. I was always early to bed, early to rise. But, when I came to college, I started to find myself across campus at night, still studying at the...