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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

Anthony J. Zarzycki stands behind the “Iowa Vote’s” table to help students sign up to vote on the T. Anne Cleary on Tuesday Sept. 24, 2019. Today is national voter registration day.

Hawk the Vote celebrates increase in student voters, partners with UISG to keep turnout high

Hannah Rovner, News Reporter October 7, 2019

As thousands of college students across the U.S. celebrated National Voter Registration Day in September, more than approximately 204 students registered to vote on the University of Iowa campus — just...

University of Iowa alum creates groundbreaking food waste course

University of Iowa alum creates groundbreaking food waste course

Eleanor Hildebrandt, News Reporter October 7, 2019

In the heat of Atlanta, one University of Iowa alum decided she would make her mark on the world through food history and teaching others to reduce the amount of food they waste each day. UI graduate...

Pat Grassley tapped as Iowa House Speaker

Pat Grassley tapped as Iowa House Speaker

Sarah Watson, Politics Editor October 7, 2019

Iowa House Republicans selected Pat Grassley, R-New Hartford, as House Speaker Monday following Speaker Linda Upmeyer’s announcement of her resignation Sept. 30.  Grassley, 36, is the grandson of...

The Old Capital from the roof of UIHC in Iowa City, Iowa on March 25, 2019.

UI greek council addresses ‘racist ideology’ in sorority member’s Instagram comments

Katie Ann McCarver, News Editor October 7, 2019

The University of Iowa Panhellenic Council on Sunday said it is “taking immediate action” to address the circulation of a comment including racist ideology on Instagram that was posted by a University...

Photograph of Megan McVancel taken by Raquele Decker on Wednesday, October 2nd, 2019.

UI joins the Carnegie Project for its Education Doctorate consortium

Kelsey Harrell, News Reporter October 6, 2019

The University of Iowa recently joined a consortium to enhance its education doctorate, which is typically obtained by those planning to serve as a school-district superintendent or a higher-education...

Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass, addresses the crowd during the Polk County Steak Fry in Des Moines on Saturday Sept. 21, 2019. 17 democratic candidates gave speeches and grilled steaks.

National Iowa leaders stand behind electoral college despite calls from 2020 Democrats to remove it

Caleb McCullough, Politics Reporter October 6, 2019

In the contest to select the Democratic presidential nominee, voting reform has been a popular topic among candidates in the presidential race. One piece of many candidates’ plans involve eliminating...

A group of protestors hold signs in downtown Iowa City while waiting for Greta Thunberg to speak on Friday, October 4th, 2019. Greta Thunberg is speaking in Iowa City as part of a local strike against climate change.

Editorial: The University of Iowa must declare a climate emergency

DI Editorial Board October 6, 2019

It’s time to get some adults in the room in the local conversation surrounding climate change, but it seems many leaders want to leave the conversation to the kids. Swedish activist Greta Thunberg...

The bridge on Park Road is seen on Wednesday, Oct. 2, 2019.

Iowa City officials install new planters along Park Road to prevent trespassing

Preston Hayes, News Reporter October 6, 2019

Iowa City officials are in the process of installing planters on the Park Road bridge, located by Mayflower Residence Hall, to prevent pedestrians from climbing on its arches. “We have pictures and...

Iowa offensive lineman Alaric Jackson prepares to block during a football game between Iowa and Michigan in Ann Arbor on Saturday, October 5, 2019.

Defense succeeds, offense struggles, Iowa moves forward

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor October 5, 2019

If Iowa had even a quarter of the yards it posted against Middle Tennessee a week ago, its game against Michigan on Oct 5 would have looked a lot different. The box score negates the need for any type...

Iowa running back Tyler Goodson carries the ball during a football game between Iowa and Michigan in Ann Arbor on Saturday, October 5, 2019.

Highlights from Iowa’s press conference following loss to Michigan

Pete Ruden and Anna Kayser October 5, 2019

Iowa suffered its first loss of the season against Michigan on Oct. 5, and the Hawkeyes discussed their thoughts after the game. Offensive tackle Tristan Wirfs on the offensive line's performance “I...

Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley falls to the turf during a football game between Iowa and Michigan in Ann Arbor on Saturday, October 5, 2019.

Stanley, offensive line fall short in loss to Michigan

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor October 5, 2019

Nate Stanley didn’t look like he did in Iowa’s previous four games. Before Saturday, he hadn’t made any major mistakes, and he hadn’t thrown a single interception. That changed fast. Facing...

Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley drops back during a football game between Iowa and Michigan in Ann Arbor on Saturday, October 5, 2019.

Wolverines hand Hawkeyes first loss of season

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor October 5, 2019

Iowa's undefeated season has come to an end. With four turnovers on offense, the Hawkeyes couldn't make up enough ground to down Michigan, losing 10-3 to the Wolverines in Ann Arbor. Things got off...