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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

Stickers are laid out on a table for voters during early voting at the Iowa Memorial Union on Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2024.

Opinion | New “I Voted” stickers are bridging the generational gap in civic engagement

Cole Walker, Opinions Columnist October 22, 2024

A werewolf ripping its shirt off in front of an American flag. It’s not necessarily the first image that comes to mind when discussing politics and voting habits. But thanks to a 12-year-old student...

Opinion | Fixing the Election: Outdated voting systems hold back American democracy

Opinion | Fixing the Election: Outdated voting systems hold back American democracy

Carson Hartzog, Opinions Editor October 22, 2024

This is the second part in a two-part series on Election Day in the United States. Now that we’re clear on how distorted the American voting system is — voting purists and avoiders alike — what...

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Opinion | Is working for free worth it?

Darrell Washington, Opinions Columnist October 21, 2024

Internships are often seen as the golden ticket to landing a job after college, right? But let’s face it — there’s a big difference between paid and unpaid internships. Here at the University...

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Opinion | The balancing act of Greek life

Muskan Mehta, Opinions Columnist October 21, 2024

“Can we get dinner today?” I posed this question to my friends every day for the last week. But five days out of seven, at least one of them was busy with a sorority-related event. Greek life plays...

Letter to the Editor | The UI is knowingly participating in the war on Gaza

Letter to the Editor | The UI is knowingly participating in the war on Gaza

October 20, 2024

To what extent is the University of Iowa participating in Israel's war on Gaza? This was a question posed to me by my students as protesters across the country continue to demand the United States halt...

A Burge Marketplace worker serves a line of students on Monday, Aug. 26, 2020.

Opinion | Students with dietary restrictions deserve better

Muskan Mehta, Opinions Columnist October 20, 2024

Grilled cheese, Alfredo pasta, and cheese pizza. These are the limited options I find myself facing week after week in the dining hall. As both a vegetarian and a freshman, my experience with university...

The Old Capitol Building is seen in Iowa City, on April 26, 2023.

Opinion | UI needs to reevaluate its acceptance standards, starting with an end to rolling admission

Cole Walker, Opinions Columnist October 20, 2024

Three years ago, when I made my final college decision, I was ecstatic. After a long and arduous process, I narrowed down my choices to three schools, and then I clicked the “Accept” button — I...

The Old Capitol dome is seen on Tuesday, Jan. 25, 2022.

Opinion | UI needs an additional fall break

Abigail Jones, Opinions Columnist October 17, 2024

Twelve weeks. That’s how many weeks are between the short break provided by Labor Day and the weeklong Thanksgiving break in November. That’s 12 weeks without a sufficient moment to catch one’s...

The University of Iowa Department of Theatre building is seen on Tuesday, May 4, 2021.

Opinion | University students should support campus theater productions

Reese Thompson, Opinions Columnist October 16, 2024

The school theater productions I recently attended had disappointingly low attendance. When I got to my seat, I was dismayed with the lack of people who came out to support the play. I was taking a...

A first-year student moves into Catlett Residence Hall on Saturday, Aug. 17, 2024.

Opinion | Your freshman dorm can make or break your college experience

Jackson Mendoza, Opinions Contributor October 16, 2024

Take yourself back to the summer before your freshman year. You were filled with excitement, nerves, and you probably had no idea what to expect. When it came time to choose your dorm, you might have...

A soccer ball is seen during a women's soccer game between Iowa and Iowa State on Aug. 25, 2023.

Opinion | We need a D1 men’s soccer team

Jackson Mendoza, Opinions Contributor October 15, 2024

Soccer — or football, depending on where you’re from — is the most popular sport in the world. Although it may not seem that way in America, soccer is beloved in nearly every other part of the...

Breast Cancer Awareness: Opinion | Where is cancer funding actually going?

Breast Cancer Awareness: Opinion | Where is cancer funding actually going?

Kennedy Lein, Opinions Contributor October 15, 2024

When I was a child during October, I vividly remember seeing multiple professional sports teams wearing pink for Breast Cancer Awareness month. Though I often still see this, one place where it’s...