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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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The Active Minds at University of Iowa Counseling Services hosts the Field of Memories in the Pentacrest on Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2015. Students are asked to sign each flag, which represent the number of students who kill themselves each year, with an encouraging message to show that they care.

Opinion | Students need preventative mental health resources

Yassie Buchanan, Opinions Columnist October 19, 2021

It’s important to have crisis mental health resources. However, the University of Iowa needs to invest more in preventative services such as therapy.  The Division of Student Life recently announced...

Former President Donald Trump endorses Iowa Senator Chuck Grassley during Donald Trump’s “Save America” rally in Des Moines, Iowa on Saturday, Oct. 9, 2021. Chuck Grassley has been an Iowa Senator since 1981. (Cecilia Shearon/The Daily Iowan)

Opinion | The GOP need moderates in 2022

Sophia Meador, Opinions Columnist October 18, 2021

If you thought America saw the last of former President Donald Trump, think again. Trump has reentered the national spotlight months after losing his presidency.  Trump’s current agenda includes...

Letter to the Editor | Climate change is affecting Iowans

Letter to the Editor | Climate change is affecting Iowans

October 18, 2021

Whether we realize it or not, our planet and our future well-being is in jeopardy. The planet is getting warmer. That is a fact. It is not a matter of opinion. This has been causing and will continue...

Opinion | The monetary system, explained

Opinion | The monetary system, explained

Shahab Khan, Opinions Columnist October 17, 2021

The quiet resurgence of the goldbugs, those who want to peg the value of the U.S. dollar to the price of gold, is emblematic of the fact that some lawmakers do not understand how the monetary system...

University of Iowa President Barbara Wilson speaks during a groundbreaking ceremony at the North Liberty University of Iowa hospitals and clinics construction site on Thursday, Oct. 14, 2021. Many leaders attended this event including Wilson, Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds, Iowa City Mayor Bruce Teague, CEO of UIHC Suresh Gunasekaran, the Iowa Board of Regents, and more. The new facility is set to include procedure rooms, emergency care rooms, laboratories, outpatient clinics, a pharmacy, advanced diagnostic imaging and teaching/research space.

Editorial | Barbara Wilson is leading the UI in the right direction

DI Editorial Board October 17, 2021

University of Iowa President Barbara Wilson has left a positive impression on the Daily Iowan’s Editorial Board following the first three months of her tenure. Wilson walked in on a whirlwind...

Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds is seen at a groundbreaking ceremony at the North Liberty University of Iowa hospitals and clinics construction site on Thursday, Oct. 14, 2021.

Opinion | Iowa budget surplus should be utilized

Hannah Pinski, Opinions and Amplify Editor October 14, 2021

Iowa may be sitting on a surplus of cash, but it’s come at a cost. The state ended the fiscal year with an extra $1.24 billion, which is the largest surplus in Iowa history. To no surprise, Gov....

Letter to the Editor | Vote Jason Glass for Iowa City City Council

Letter to the Editor | Vote Jason Glass for Iowa City City Council

October 13, 2021

Your vote is important, and we ask you to cast your ballot Nov. 2 for Jason Glass for Iowa City City Council. Iowa City needs strong, sensible leadership, and we believe Jason Glass is the right...

Asian nurse taking care of mature male patient sitting on wheelchair in hospital. Young woman and old man wearing surgical face mask for protection of The COVID pandemic. Girl talking to elderly man.

Opinion | Service jobs teach college students valuable lessons

Ally Pronina, Opinions Columnist October 13, 2021

College students with the time to work should consider service jobs — any job that provides a service to others. These jobs, like tutoring and nursing, can teach students to think about others...

Graphic by Kelsey Harrell

Ops Blog | What’s going on with Iowa redistricting?

DI Opinions Staff October 13, 2021

Sophie Stover (Opinions Contributor) – Last week, Iowa Senate Republicans rejected the first map proposed by the nonpartisan Legislative Services Agency. How do we feel about this move, and what’s...

Megan Alter poses for a portrait in the Daily Iowan conference room on Oct. 7.

Editorial | Daily Iowan Editorial Board endorses Megan Alter for City Council

DI Editorial Board October 12, 2021

When voters send in their ballots or go to the booths in city elections this November, they will be choosing from three candidates to fill two open at-large seats for the Iowa City City Council —...

Pictured on Nov. 3, 2020, Election Day, is Longfellow Elementary School in Iowa City. Longfellow has set up voting booths for voters to cast their ballots. (Grace Smith/The Daily Iowan)

Opinion | Get out to vote: Local elections need you

Sophia Meador, Opinions Columnist October 12, 2021

Do you have a plan for getting out to the polls this November? Seriously, the election is happening next month. If you were unaware of the upcoming municipal election in Iowa City, you are not alone....

Benches are seen at the Ped Mall on Wednesday, November 28, 2018.

Opinion | Bring back the focus to ending homelessness

Elise Cagnard, Opinions Contributor October 11, 2021

Have you ever been down to the Pedestrian Mall and sat on the benches? The uncomfortable armrest might have dug into your skin, and while a temporary annoyance, you went on with your day.  While...