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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

University of Iowa freshman line up for food and drinks outside the President's Mansion during the OnIowa President's Block Party on Sunday, August 19, 2018. OnIowa events help incoming university students engage and settle into their new environment.

Opinion | UI sophomores: college is just beginning

Sophia Meador, Opinions Columnist July 21, 2021

For many, the transition from high school to college is uncomfortable. Leaving the comfort of home behind and facing the uncertain futures is a challenge on its own. But for the University of Iowa...

The Old Capitol building is seen on March, 6, 2021.

Opinion | UI COVID-19 policy will work only if there is a way to enforce it

Hannah Pinski, Opinions Editor July 21, 2021

With the expectations of a return to a traditional semester, the University of Iowa’s new COVID-19 policy seeks to provide “a robust student experience typical of a Big 10 public research university.” However,...

Signs say, "Help Stop Sexual Assault" in the bathrooms on Wednesday, Sept. 26, 2018.

Opinion | Statute of limitations on sexual assault do not bring justice

Samuel O’Connor, Opinions Columnist July 20, 2021

There should not be a statute of limitations on sexual assault in this state or any other. The existence of a statute of limitations — for some crimes — is reasonable. It limits the state’s...

Students are seen studying on the first floor of the UI Main Library on Sunday, Dec. 10, 2017.

Opinion | The culture surrounding pre-health classes needs to change

Yassie Buchanan, Opinions Columnist July 20, 2021

Most University of Iowa students taking pre-health and STEM classes have fallen victim to multiple weed-out courses. Instead of fostering an environment where students can learn and grow their passions...

Pile of white pills or capsules on yellow background

Opinion | How the government can lower drug prices

Shahab Khan, Opinions Columnist July 19, 2021

One of the heartbreaking realities of the United States health care system is that sick people must pay exorbitant amounts of money to obtain life-saving medication. We have heard countless tragedies...

Bangkok, Thailand - June 10, 2019 : iPhone 7 showing its screen with Netflix and other video streaming applications.

Opinion | Twitch needs to ban gambling from its website

Peter Anders, Opinions Columnist July 19, 2021

Twitch saw an explosive period of growth over the last twelve months as a result of the lockdown brought on by the outbreak of COVID-19. But a recent controversy over gambling shows the problems that...

Opinion | We need Disability Pride Month

Opinion | We need Disability Pride Month

Ally Pronina, Opinions Columnist July 18, 2021

July’s celebration of disability pride is one of the many awareness months that deserves more media and societal awareness. More recognition of disability pride can increase the confidence of people...

Watering vegetables and herbs in raised bed. Fresh plants and soil.

Opinion | Iowa City needs to implement more public gardening to grow locally

Luke Krchak, Opinions Columnist July 18, 2021

The COVID-19 pandemic has spurred people to try new things, but a hobby that needs attention is gardening, specifically in the Iowa City community. Iowa City could use more than four community gardens,...

Some of the many food items that line shelves, on Friday, Jan 22, 2021. The food pantry not only helps with food but personal items as well.

Opinion | We need to address food waste and insecurity

Yassie Buchanan, Opinions Columnist July 14, 2021

College campuses are hotspots for food waste, and this issue needs to be addressed now more than ever. The pandemic has taken a toll on Americans in more than one way, including catalyzing rises in...

The new University of Iowa President Barbara Wilson addresses reporters in the Levitt Center for University Advancement on April 30, 2021. Wilson becomes the 22nd president for the University of Iowa and was previously the Executive Vice President and Vice President for Academic Affairs for the University of Illinois. (Ayrton Breckenridge/The Daily Iowan)

Opinion | Welcome to the job, Barbara Wilson. It’s time to get to work

Hannah Pinski, Opinions Editor July 14, 2021

New beginnings are on the horizon for the University of Iowa as President Barbara Wilson starts her first day as the next head Hawkeye. I could not be any more excited for Wilson to take over as...

A group of people pose for their portraits and to show their signs on Wednesday, March 31, 2021. Iowa Citizens for Community Change held the rally on the Riverside Dr. overpass.

Opinion | The need for green economic policy

Shahab Khan, Opinions Columnist July 13, 2021

If the government is to ultimately alleviate the repercussions of climate change, it needs to find a way to incentivize people into adopting sustainable practices. Luckily, there is a strategy for...

Shasta County Supervisor Patrick Jones, 52, at his gun shop in Redding on Thursday, Jan. 7, 2021. Jones, newly elected, unlocked the doors to the supervisors' chambers to hold an unauthorized in-person meeting to protest statewide COVID-19 restrictions.

Opinion | Governor Reynolds handgun law puts Iowans in danger

Sophia Meador, Opinions Columnist July 13, 2021

Imagine that you just turned 16 years old and can finally drive. According to Iowa law, all are eligible to drive independently at 16. You start the engine and hit the open road for the first time,...