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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

Former President Donald Trump speaks during his caucus night watch party at the Iowa Events Center in Des Moines on Monday, Jan. 15, 2024.

Voters’ dissatisfaction with the economy ushered Trump’s win, Republican swing nationwide

Roxy Ekberg, Politics Editor November 19, 2024

Following in his dad’s footsteps, Michael O’Brien hopes to open a business after graduating from the University of Iowa. O’Brien, however, is worried the state of the economy will hinder him...

University of Iowa Students inspect prairie seeds during a prairie restoration class taught by Professor Mike Fallon at the Turkey Creek Nature Preserve in Johnson County on Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2024. The class partnered with the BurOak Land and Trust field crew to pick seeds to plant at other prairie restoration sites.

Students restoring prairies across Iowa City

Madison Schuler, News Reporter November 19, 2024

Students in the Prairie Restoration course at the University of Iowa have planted new gardens for years throughout the Iowa City area.  Michael Fallon, adjunct instructor in the Department of Earth...

The Old Capitol Building is seen in Iowa City on Tuesday April, 25, 2023.

UI’s Undergraduate-to-Graduate programs increasing in popularity

Brianna Brands, News Reporter November 18, 2024

As the job market becomes more demanding and post-undergraduate opportunities become more limited, an increasing number of students are looking for graduate opportunities. In response, the University...

Community members sit in on a City Council formal meeting at City Hall in Iowa City on Monday, Nov. 4, 2024. The council may dedicate 36 project-based vouchers to be used by the Shelter House if it wins a $7.5 million federal grant. The grant funds would be used to build a supportive housing complex featuring 36 one-bedroom apartments for individuals experiencing homelessness.

Shelter House applying to $7.5 million grant for new housing units

Isabelle Foland, News Reporter November 18, 2024

Shelter House is applying to a multimillion-dollar federal grant that would help the organization construct more permanent supportive housing for individuals experiencing homelessness. The new shelter...

Clare Samuel poses for a portrait at the opening reception of her moving image media installation “A disturbance in the Air” at Public Space One on Friday, Nov. 15, 2024. Samuel is a visual artist and writer originally from Northern Ireland and now based in Toronto, Canada.

Public Space One photography exhibit focuses on personal reflection

Hannah Childers, Arts Reporter November 18, 2024

Perception holds a place in everyone’s mind. The way we’re looked at by others is a point of reflection many try not to think about. Northern Irish-Canadian artist Clare Samuel focused on these...

Erin Lane works in her office at the Lindquist Center in Iowa City on Monday, Nov. 18, 2025. Professor Lane was awarded the 2024 School Counselor Advocate of the Year Award from the Iowa School Counselor Association (ISCA).

Erin Lane receives Iowa School Counselor Advocate of the Year award

Miranda Davis, News Reporter November 18, 2024

When Caroline Canby was asked who she thinks is the most supportive, influential, and patient figure, there was no hesitation before saying Erin Lane. Canby, a second-year student in the master’s...

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The St. Louis Symphony Orchestra leaves Hancher in awe

Charlie Christensen, Arts Reporter November 18, 2024

As the last note was held, the auditorium became quieter and quieter. All that was left was your heart beating in your chest. You could hear a pin drop. Scissors would struggle to cut the tension....

University of Iowa students study at the Pappajohn Business Building in Iowa City on Tuesday, Oct. 29, 2024. A recent report from Yale University showed that nearly 80 percent of undergraduate grades are A’s or A-minuses. This has caused discussion regarding grade inflation across universities nationwide.

UI navigates rising grade inflation

Jacob Calvin, News Reporter November 17, 2024

Groceries, gas, and, surprisingly, grades have all been victims of inflation over the past several decades. As teaching methods and policies have adjusted nationwide, an A has lost its value as it...

The Iowa City Community School District sign in Iowa City is seen on Tuesday, Sept. 13, 2022.

English Language Learning program sees an influx of students

Zoe Smith, News Reporter November 17, 2024

In eighth grade, Pedro Marra’s parents told him and his brother Vinny they were going to pack everything up from their home in the bustling city of Sao Paulo, Brazil, for a new opportunity in Iowa...

Community members sit in on a City Council formal meeting at City Hall in Iowa City on Monday, Nov. 4, 2024. The council has been discussing how it would like to fill Councilor Andrew Dunn’s upcoming vacant seat.

Here’s how Iowa City can fill Councilor Andrew Dunn’s upcoming vacancy

Isabelle Foland, News Reporter November 17, 2024

After Iowa City City Councilor Andrew Dunn announced he will be leaving his District C seat by the end of the year, the city council is determining its next steps to fill his imminent vacancy. According...

Members of the Iowa City Community School District meet on Nov. 12, 2024. Meetings take place every Tuesday at 6 p.m. in the district’s Educational Services Center. ICCSD is partnered with Iowa Reading Corps to assist students' literary skills.

Iowa City schools embrace partnership with Iowa Reading Corps

Madison Schuler, News Reporter November 17, 2024

Across the U.S., many students in school find themselves struggling with certain subjects, such as math or reading. Tutoring programs exist throughout the country to assist students by offering...

Iowa players huddle after a timeout during an Iowa women’s basketball game at Carver-Hawkeye arena in Iowa City on Wednesday Nov, 13, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated Toledo 94-57.

Press Box Banter | Iowa’s basketball teams start season off strong, undefeated

Madeleine Willis, Senior Audio Producer November 15, 2024

Iowa men’s basketball will take on Washington State Friday, November 15 with a 3-0 record. Iowa women’s basketball defeated Toledo State on Wednesday, putting them at 3-0 record as well. Press...