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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

A group of people pose for their portraits and to show their signs on Wednesday, March 31, 2021. Iowa Citizens for Community Change held the rally on the Riverside Dr. overpass.

Opinion | Biden’s plan to reduce greenhouse gas pollution by 2030 is the ambitious climate action we need

Grace Hildahl, Opinions Contributor May 5, 2021

When Donald Trump left office, environmentalists and nature lovers across the nation were able to let out a brief sigh of relief. Throughout his term, Trump trampled over and tossed countless environmental...

Opinion | Take care of yourself during finals week

Opinion | Take care of yourself during finals week

Ally Pronina, Opinions Columnist May 4, 2021

A couple months ago in my ADHD and Development Lab, we discussed a study that found college students used more Adderall during finals week than otherwise. We started discussing possible solutions to...

The Iowa State Capitol building is seen in Des Moines on April 9, 2019.

Opinion | The ACLU of Iowa is right: Trans people should not be discriminated against in healthcare

Evan Mantler, Opinions Contributor May 4, 2021

Health care for transgender people is just that — health care. The American Civil Liberties Union of Iowa and the national ACLU LGBTQ & HIV Project recently filed a lawsuit against the state...

The Iowa State Capitol building is seen in Des Moines on April 9, 2019.

Letter to the Editor | Senate File 252 shouldn’t have been signed

May 4, 2021

I’ve struggled to put my finger on why exactly the bill the governor signed on April 30 is so bad. Senate File 252 bans cities from preventing landlords from discriminating against those with Section...

Guest Opinion | The Doctor is In: Ibuprofen, Stomach Bleeds, and Kidney Dysfunction—what’s the link?

Guest Opinion | The Doctor is In: Ibuprofen, Stomach Bleeds, and Kidney Dysfunction—what’s the link?

May 4, 2021

Ibuprofen is a common over-the-counter (OTC) and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that is considered by many college students to be a miracle worker. It can be used to get rid of headaches...

IA Sen. Amy Sinclair, R-Allerton, speaks to the Senate on the first day of the 2021 legislative session on Monday, Jan. 11, 2020, at the Iowa State Capitol in Des Moines.

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Opinion | Republicans need to follow public health guidelines

Sophia Meador, Opinions Contributor May 3, 2021

It seems that Iowa Republicans believe school principals have equal authority and knowledge to public health experts when it comes to mandating safety requirements. A proposal by Iowa Sen. Amy Sinclair,...

The new University of Iowa President Barbara Wilson addresses reporters in the Levitt Center for University Advancement on April 30, 2021. Wilson becomes the 22nd president for the University of Iowa and was previously the Executive Vice President and Vice President for Academic Affairs for the University of Illinois.

Letter to the Editor | Thank you from the UI Presidential Search Committee

May 3, 2021

Dear Campus Community — As one of the co-chairs of the recently completed University of Iowa Presidential Search process, I would like to publicly thank the 21-member search committee for its...

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Opinion | I spent three months in another country during the COVID-19 pandemic

Rin Swann, DI Reporter May 3, 2021

For the past three months, I signed into my Zoom classes with a backdrop of palm trees and hibiscus flowers, and frequent visits from curious lizards climbing the side of my laptop. I drank my coffee...

Letter to the Editor | Let’s celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week

Letter to the Editor | Let’s celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week

May 2, 2021

In recognition of National Teacher Appreciation Week (May 3-7), the Iowa City Community School District Districtwide Parents’ Organization (DPO) would like to thank each of the amazing teachers,...

The new University of Iowa President Barbara Wilson speaks to reporters at a press conference in the Levitt Center for University Advancement on April 30, 2021. Wilson becomes the 22nd president for the University of Iowa and was previously the Executive Vice President and Vice President for Academic Affairs for the University of Illinois.

Editorial | Barbara Wilson brings promising vision to University of Iowa

DI Editorial Board May 2, 2021

The University of Iowa’s future looks bright after the state Board of Regents selected Barbara Wilson as the 22nd president of our 31,000-student institution. Wilson, currently the University...

Bikes and spare parts sit in the back room at the new Bike Library Gilbert St. location in Iowa City on Monday, Feb. 22, 2021. Bike Library Inc. is a volunteer-run project in Iowa City that allows community members to check out and buy restored bicycles.

Guest Opinion | Will the 15-minute city make Iowa City golden in 2021?

May 2, 2021

In March, as part of its Science on Screen® program, FilmScene aired a documentary, Bikes vs Cars. The film documents the escalating problem for major urban areas brought on by cars and highlights...

The Johnson County Courthouse in Iowa City is seen on Wednesday, July 1, 2020.

Letter to the Editor | Be sure you are registered and vote for Finlayson on June 8

April 29, 2021

I support Scott Finlayson for the June 8 Johnson County Election to fill the 21 months left of Janelle Rettig’s term. Finlayson has the expertise we need for knowing the county. He served four years...