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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

MUSC Executive Director of Student Programs and Student Diversity TaJuan Wilson speaks during the forum for the associate vice presidency of diversity, equity, and inclusion on March 25, 2019.

Guest Opinion: Grappling with TaJuan Wilson’s departure

August 28, 2019

I am still dazed after the Aug. 15 announcement. From the very start, TaJuan Wilson repeated over and over again that becoming the associate vice president of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at the University...

during Convocation on the Pentacrest on Sunday, August 25, 2019. (Katie Goodale/The Daily Iowan)

Letter from the Editor: The DI needs your voices

Marissa Payne, Editor-in-Chief August 27, 2019

For journalism to contribute to the functioning of a healthy democratic society — one in which all members have access to accurate information to use in making sound decisions — it can’t be produced...

The Old Capitol is seen on Thursday, Nov. 30, 2017.

Opinion: Getting involved helps make UI home

Taylor Newby, Columnist August 26, 2019

Late August in Iowa City brings with it a wave of beginnings — with new students overflowing from residence halls, textbooks purchased by the plentiful at the Hawk Shop, and picnics hosted in the heart...

Washington Gov. Jay Inslee speaks at the Des Moines Register Political Soapbox during the Iowa State Fair in Des Moines, IA on Saturday, August 10, 2019.

Opinion: Democrats need a new champion on climate action

Elijah Helton, Opinions Editor August 26, 2019

If you know me, you know that I’m only half-joking when I say I’m crestfallen about Jay Inslee ending his presidential run. The governor of Washington made fighting climate change the center of his...

Bike lanes are seen painted on Clinton St. in downtown Iowa City on Wednesday, June 5, 2019.

Opinion: Iowa City needs more parking, not less

Lucee Laursen, Contributor August 26, 2019

Anyone who has lived in the central Iowa City area has most likely noticed the lack of parking. With high demand and limited resources, almost every Tippie professor would agree that parking is a coveted...

Kinnick Stadium is seen fom the north end zone at Iowa Football Media Day on Friday, August 9, 2019.

Ruden: The season of fan optimism is here

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor August 26, 2019

The brisk fall temperatures haven’t arrived in Iowa City yet, and neither has the slight breeze indicating that football is on the horizon. But while the fall season isn’t here, football season...

The Daily Iowan newsroom is seen on Feb. 26, 2019.

Editorial: The Fourth Estate keeps the UI community informed

DI Editorial Board August 26, 2019

Since 1868, The Daily Iowan has provided the news to the University of Iowa and Iowa City communities. Over the course of our 151-year history, the DI has covered events from Nile Kinnick’s 1939 Heisman...

Icicles form on the Old Capitol on Monday, Jan. 28, 2019.

Opinion: Three strategies for a successful and healthy school year

Kasey Baller, Columnist August 26, 2019

I am among the thousands of Hawkeyes who are in disbelief that classes start today. Looking back, every year seems to start off differently from the last. This will be my third “first” day of school...

The dome of Iowa’s Old Capitol building peaks above University of Iowa campus buildings along the Iowa River north of Iowa City, Iowa on June 4, 2019.

Opinion: Administrative bloat contributes to wasteful spending at UI

Marina Jaimes, Columnist August 25, 2019

Of the numerous reasons for increasing tuition rates across the country, administrative bloat joins introduction of more federal subsidies and decreased funding from legislatures as top answers. Because...

Attendees converse during a debate watch party for Sen. Cory Booker at Mosleys on July 31, 2019. This is the second night of the second round of debates for democratic candidates. (Ryan Adams/The Daily Iowan)

Helton: 20 Out of 20: Who hit the spot for the second helping of debates?

Elijah Helton, Opinions Editor August 1, 2019

The second round of Democratic presidential debates took place July 30 and 311 with 20 candidates participating. Similar to how I wrapped up the first debates in 20 Out of 20, I’m going to look at the...

Boxes are seen at students’ house in Coralville on July 29.

Baller: Lease gaps harm Iowa City renters

Kasey Baller, Columnist July 31, 2019

Moving to and from apartments in Iowa City is much less than ideal. As if transporting furniture from place to place and finding somewhere to live every year is not enough, now add to the equation having...

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