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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

The outside of the Veteran Affairs Medical Center on Monday, Sept. 6, 2021.

Finalist for vice president of medical affairs and Carver College of Medicine dean Cristen Page emphasizes patient care

Virginia Russell, News Reporter August 25, 2022

Cristen Page, the second candidate finalist for the University of Iowa vice president of medical affairs and Carver College of Medicine dean, discussed past and present challenges, and opportunities...

Board member Ruthina Malone speaks at a meeting of the Board of Directors at the Iowa City Community School District Administration Building in Iowa City Tuesday, Nov. 9, 2021.

Ruthina Malone takes on Iowa City school board presidency after Shawn Eyestone resigns

Archie Wagner, News Reporter August 25, 2022

Ruthina Malone is replacing Shawn Eyestone as Iowa City Community School District School Board President. Eyestone resigned on Tuesday to pursue a career in education.  The board now has a vacancy...

Photo Illustration by Ayrton Breckenridge.

Here’s what University of Iowa students think about President Biden’s student loan forgiveness plan

Jackson Kalmar, News Reporter August 24, 2022

For University of Iowa fourth-year student Mikeala Hoover, President Joe Biden’s new student loan forgiveness plan – which forgives up to $20,000 in debt for some borrowers – is not enough. “You...

President Joe Biden speaks during his visit at the POET Bioprocessing ethanol plant in Menlo, Iowa, on Tuesday, April 12, 2022.

Biden’s new student loan plan will forgive up to $20,000 in debt

Emily Delgado, Politics Reporter August 24, 2022

President Joe Biden announced a new student loan plan on Wednesday which includes forgiving up to $20,000 in federal student loans per borrower and extends the pause on loan repayment until the end...

Sam Wasson sells a watermelon at the Iowa City Farmers Market in the Chauncey Swan Ramp on Aug. 16, 2022.

Iowa City locals pass down Farmers Market tradition for 50 seasons

Marandah Mangra-Dutcher, Design Editor August 23, 2022

When Iowa City local Abby Anderson peruses the vibrant aisles of produce and flowers at the Chauncey Swan Parking Ramp every Saturday, she has her daughter by her side, helping the Iowa City Farmers...

Former UI music professor allegedly distributed meth, possessed child pornography

Former UI music professor allegedly distributed meth, possessed child pornography

Sabine Martin, Managing Editor August 23, 2022

Editor’s Note: This article makes brief mention of instances of sexual misconduct and harassment, including alleged nonconsensual sexual acts.  Retired University of Iowa Music School professor...

Director of the University of Iowa Stanley Museum of Art Lauren Lessing speaks with a reporter during a media availability at the Stanley Museum of Art on Tuesday, Aug. 23, 2022. The museum will open to the public on Aug. 26.

Art returns home as Stanley Museum of Art celebrates grand opening and festivities

Parker Jones, Arts Editor August 23, 2022

With tall, dark walls, and a sleek glass entranceway that one can’t help but stare up at as they approach, the Stanley Museum of Art’s prominent, fresh design makes a point of itself on the corner...

Nurse Manager Julie Weber draws up individual doses of the Moderna vaccine on Thursday, Jan. 28, 2021 at the UI Medical Education Research Facility.

COVID-19 variance to continue researchers say, UI guidance to change

Eleanor Hildebrandt, Manager Editor August 23, 2022

COVID-19 variants remain a concern to the University of Iowa officials and its researchers as students return for the most normal looking academic year since 2019. Stanley Perlman, UI professor...

Construction continues on the Nest Apartments in Downtown Iowa City on Aug. 21, 2022.

Construction delays leave Iowa City Nest Apartment residents stranded

Isabelle Foland, News Reporter August 23, 2022

The Nest Iowa City apartment building is delaying construction until early September, leaving hundreds of the complex’s residents without housing. The 11-story apartment complex, located on 123...

Jul 7, 2022; Las Vegas, NV, USA; Portland Trail Blazers center Luka Garza (40) shoots between Detroit Pistons center Isaiah Stewart (28) and Detroit Pistons forward Braxton Key (8) during an NBA Summer League game at T&M. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-USA TODAY Sports

Former Iowa men’s basketball players Luka Garza, Joe Wieskamp sign new NBA contracts

Chloe Peterson, Sports Editor August 23, 2022

Former Hawkeye men's basketball center Luka Garza signed with the Minnesota Timberwolves on Tuesday. Garza is on his third team going into his second year in the league. After playing for the Hawkeyes...

Moderna COVID-19 vaccine is drawn up on Tuesday, Dec. 22, 2020.

New COVID-19 CDC guidelines won’t drastically affect Johnson County due to high vaccination rates

Emily Delgado, Politics Reporter August 22, 2022

While Johnson County has Iowa’s highest COVID-19 vaccination rate, unvaccinated residents could be at risk following updated quarantine guidance from the Center for Disease Control Prevention.   The...

The Roy J. and Lucille A. Carver College of Medicine is seen on Monday, November 18, 2019.

First Vice President for Medical Affairs and Dean finalist highlights importance of teams

Virginia Russell, News Reporter August 22, 2022

Sandra Wong, the first candidate finalist for the University of Iowa Vice President of Medical Affairs and the Carver College of Medicine Dean, credited a team model as a main success point for her...