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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

The CommUnity Crisis Services and Food Bank is seen on Tuesday, March 12, 2019. Formerly known as the Crisis Center of Johnson County, the food bank rebranded in order to emphasize the importance of community.

Opinion | UI crisis line’s extension for faculty and staff will help combat mental health stigmas

Shelley Mishra, Opinions Columnist March 26, 2024

When students think of university faculty or staff responsibilities, they probably think of lectures, office hours, and conferences. Similarly, the life of many academics is often thought to consist...

Train tracks in the morning fog.

Opinion | Corridor residents deserve CRANDIC train revival

Alex Belzer March 21, 2024

A vehicle that moves faster than highway speeds, more safely than a car, carries hundreds of people without creating traffic, and emits less carbon per person per mile than pedaling a bicycle already...

Speakers of the Iowa Cancer Registry talk at the College of Public Health Building on Feb. 28, 2023. The Iowa Cancer Registry marks 50 years of servicing Iowans.

Opinion | Health consequences of excessive alcohol consumption must not be overlooked

Shelley Mishra, Opinions Columnist March 20, 2024

The practice of binge drinking in college is all too common, and even celebrated at times. Despite its social acceptance, the health consequences of excessive alcohol consumption must not be overlooked. The...

Opinion | It's time to look for alternative assessment methods for college students

Opinion | It’s time to look for alternative assessment methods for college students

Jordan Coates, Opinions Columnist March 19, 2024

Midterm exam season is arguably the most stressful time of the semester for many students. While college students should be patting themselves on the backs for making it halfway through the semester,...

Former President Donald Trump speaks during his caucus night watch party at the Iowa Events Center in Des Moines on Monday, Jan. 15, 2024. Republican voters assembled statewide to participate in the caucuses despite the cold and extreme winter weather across the state. Trump’s early victory and dominant position before the start of caucus night proved to be true as 51 percent of Republicans voted for Trump’s appearance in the 2024 presidential election as of 10:20 p.m. At the event, Trump spoke to over 300 supporters at his watch party about his goals and putting America first.

Opinion | Protecting Trump while restricting Iowans’ voting access is hypocritical

Alex Belzer, Opinions Columnist March 6, 2024

Fair and free elections are essential for a functioning democracy. House Study Bill 697, a bill regarding Iowa voting law, survived the legislature’s Feb. 15 funnel deadline with partisan Republican...

Opinion | Iowa mandatory minimum sentencing laws contribute to an already ineffective justice system

Opinion | Iowa mandatory minimum sentencing laws contribute to an already ineffective justice system

Jordan Coates, Opinions Columnist March 5, 2024

In the state of Iowa, youth of color consistently continue to be disproportionately suspended in juvenile detention centers compared to their white peers. The disproportionate suspension and detention...

Opinion | People need to look out for toxic positivity

Opinion | People need to look out for toxic positivity

Shelley Mishra, Opinions Columnist February 29, 2024

When we mindlessly scroll through a social media app, such as Instagram or TikTok, we come across posts that say “Be positive” or “Good vibes only” which appear optimistic. It is hard to pinpoint...

Opinion | The Religious Freedom Restoration Act puts all Iowans’ health care at stake

Opinion | The Religious Freedom Restoration Act puts all Iowans’ health care at stake

Alex Belzer, Opinions Columnist February 28, 2024

Religious freedom has a curious position as both a tenet of democracy and a frequent motivator to violate human rights. The Iowa Legislature is deliberating the Religious Freedom Restoration Act...

Opinion | FAFSA is leading students away from financial aid

Opinion | FAFSA is leading students away from financial aid

Kennedy Lein, Opinions Contributor February 28, 2024

One of the most unnecessarily difficult parts of college is the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, or FAFSA, process. Not only is the FAFSA application overly confusing to fill out, but it...

Attendees plant flags during the Student Solidarity Walkout at the Pentacrest on Friday, Nov. 17, 2023. The demonstration was organized by the Iowa City Students for Justice in Palestine.

Opinion | Reflecting on Israel’s genocide after four months of war

Evan Weidl, Opinions Editor February 22, 2024

Last year, just a few weeks after the Hamas attack on Israel that triggered Israel’s genocide against the Palestinian people, I published a column arguing that the U.S. should stop giving money to...

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Opinion | It is time to move on from toxic weight loss trends like Ozempic

Kennedy Lein, Opinions Contributor February 22, 2024

American culture is rapidly transitioning away from the celebration of different body types to the promotion of instantaneously shedding pounds and sunken cheeks. Ozempic, a drug originally created...

The Iowa State Capitol is seen in Des Moines on Wednesday, Jan. 10, 2024.

Opinion | A new Iowa “Religious Freedom” bill could protect discriminatory actions

Natalie Nye, Opinions Columnist February 21, 2024

People should not get a pass to discriminate in any and all cases under the guise of expressing religious beliefs. Iowa Republicans in the Iowa Senate and House have decided to push for a religious...