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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

Cartoon: Trump and the United Nations

Cartoon: Trump and the United Nations

October 1, 2018

Braedyn Dochterman

Iowa head coach Lisa Bluder, associate Jan Jensen, Megan Gustafson, Amanda Ollinger, Alexis Sevillian, Kathleen Doyle and Carly Mohns walk off the court after an Iowa/Purdue women's basketball game in Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Saturday, Jan. 13, 2018.

Guest Opinion: Scholarships support life-changing opportunities

September 30, 2018

Being involved in sports my entire life, I’ve witnessed and experienced the many benefits of athletics. The lessons that our student-athletes learn from competing in intercollegiate athletics at the...

Rosario: Average Iowans with left-leaning views are not coastal elites

Rosario: Average Iowans with left-leaning views are not coastal elites

Isabella Rosario, Opinion Columnist September 30, 2018

An interesting criticism I’ve received when talking about immigration or racial justice is that I’m a coastal elite or out of touch with “real Americans.” As a college student, I’m admittedly...

"Phil Was Here" tags identify buildings and programs on campus in honor of Phil's Day on May 1, 2014. Phil’s Day is brought to you by the University of Iowa Foundation and the foundation’s Student Philanthropy Group. (Daily Iowan/Allison Orvis)

Guest Opinion: Support your passion through philanthropy

September 30, 2018

As a college student in the mid-1980s, I spent a lot of time in my university’s library. Like many librarians, my career started as a student worker in my undergraduate library, where I experienced the...

City Council candidate Bruce Teague stands by his election sign at Billy's High Hat Diner on Tuesday, September 4, 2018. Teague received the second highest number of votes overall.

Editorial: DI endorses Bruce Teague in City Council election

September 30, 2018

Tuesday marks the special election to fill the vacant seat on the Iowa City City Council. The candidates on the ballot are Ann Freerks and Bruce Teague. The Daily Iowan had the pleasure of speaking to...

Louis C.K. arrives at the 2016 Vanity Fair Oscar Party on Feb. 28, 2016, in Beverly Hills, California. (Dennis Van Tine/UPPA/Zuma Press/TNS)

Leonard: A questionably quick return to comedy for Louis C.K.

Braxton Leonard, Opinion Columnist September 27, 2018

In light of the MeToo Movement, it has become increasingly harder to reach common ground on how long those who commit heinous acts must be punished before they can begin their path to redemption. Comedian...

National data show careful investments in high-quality preschools and small class size in elementary schools can pay off. Above, pre-K students at Dorris Place Elementary School in Los Angeles on May 12, 2015. (Al Seib/Los Angeles Times/TNS)

Newby: Alternative schooling outgrows its stigma and reaps success

Taylor Newby, Opinion Columnist September 27, 2018

Excelling in various subjects and grasping concepts beyond the walls of a classroom is eagerly encouraged for students navigating the average school system. But advancing in education with confidence and...

Helton: Tax-free tampons — it's the least we should do

Helton: Tax-free tampons — it’s the least we should do

Elijah Helton, Opinion Columnist September 26, 2018

When I moved to Iowa five years ago, one thing I didn’t expect to change was grocery shopping. In our state, we don’t pay a sales tax on most food items. That box of Oreo O’s is listed at $3.98?...

A tailgater pours out a beer for beer pong in Iowa City on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018.

Weigel: Party not so hard? Or so hard to party?

Zach Weigel September 26, 2018

For the first time in a decade, the University of Iowa is not a top party school. That’s right. According to the Princeton Review’s annual rankings of 394 colleges and universities, the UI has fallen...

Brockhampton performs at the Coachella Music and Arts Festival in Indio, Calif., on Saturday, April 21, 2018. (Christina House/Los Angeles Times/TNS)

Banerjee: Girl music groups deserve your attention

Anna Banerjee, Opinion Columnist September 26, 2018

With the release of Brockhampton’s fourth studio album, iridescence, the self-proclaimed “world’s best boy band” has succeeded once again in capturing the attention of worldwide audiences. Its...

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

Guest Opinion: 2018 should be an education election

September 25, 2018

As Iowans engage with candidates across the state in preparation for voting this November, the future of Iowa’s workforce and access to affordable higher education must be a priority. As student leaders...