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Supporters hold signs at the Old Capitol Building on Thursday, Sept. 7, 2017. The recent decision regarding DACA's rescission has been a highly controversial issue in national politics.

[Photo] Opinion: Iowa must defend DACA recipients

November 21, 2019
Artemis the dog makes a brief appearance to see That1Guy perform at Gabe's on Friday, Feb. 16, 2017. That1Guy designed and built this one of a kind instrument which draws on his experience as a classically trained double bass player. Apart from his instrument, he is known for his odd sense of humor and a eccentric live performances.

[Photo] Iowa Secretary of Agriculture proposes new protection rules for animal shelters and stores

September 26, 2019
Artemis the dog makes a brief appearance to see That1Guy perform at Gabe's on Friday, Feb. 16, 2017. That1Guy designed and built this one of a kind instrument which draws on his experience as a classically trained double bass player. Apart from his instrument, he is known for his odd sense of humor and a eccentric live performances.

[Photo] Opinion: Having a dog is worth the added responsibility for college students

September 25, 2019
The College of Public Health Building as seen on Thursday, Dec. 14, 2017.

[Photo] As HPV vaccinations show slow growth across Iowa among teens, UI students promote their benefit

September 5, 2019
Rusty the Giant Sloth poses for a portrait in the Museum of Natural History on Tuesday, Feb. 20, 2018. Rusty is a fitting tribute to the concept of Darwinism. (James Year/The Daily Iowan

[Photo] Darwin Day workshop helps teachers to navigate controversial topics in the classroom

February 25, 2019
Co-owner of Herteen & Stocker Jewelers, Willa Dickens, poses for a photo in his office on Thursday, Jan. 18, 2017.

[Photo] The Study of Time: Half a century in the watch and jewelry world

February 18, 2019
Supporters hold signs at the Old Capitol Building on Thursday, Sept. 7, 2017. The recent decision regarding DACA's rescission has been a highly controversial issue in national politics.

[Photo] UI Dreamers remain safe but want permanent solution

January 24, 2019
Dancers participate during the Power Hour at Dance Marathon at the IMU on Saturday, Feb. 3, 2018.

[Photo] Dance Marathon hopes to ‘Shape Your Impact’ in Big Event

September 13, 2018
Drag Kings perform at Studio 13's IC Kings show on Thursday, June 15, 2017. After the show ended, many of the guests at the event continued celebrating Pride Week on the dance floor. (The Daily Iowan/James Year)

[Photo] Point/Counterpoint: Would optional sexuality-defining wristbands improve interactions at gay bars?

April 24, 2018
Co-Founder of IC Kings, Frankie D. Lover, goes over the event schedule while host Rosie Riot addresses the audience at Trumpet Blossom Cafe on Friday, April 20, 2018. (James Year/The Daily Iowan)

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April 24, 2018
Photo Illustration by James Year

[Photo] University of Iowa study finds vaccine for leishmaniasis in dogs to curb spread in humans, benefit war veterans

April 5, 2018
The busy intersection of Clinton and Burlington Streets as seen on Thursday, March 29, 2018. (James Year/The Daily Iowan)

[Photo] Lee: Extensive testing should be required before robots hit the roads

March 29, 2018
UI grad student, Mo Payne, prepares vials to stimulate uranium crystal growth in his laboratory on Wednesday, March 28, 2018. The research being conducted at the UI is focused on improving nuclear waste storage. (James Year/The Daily Iowan)

[Photo] UI researchers look to the future of nuclear energy

March 29, 2018
UI Sophomore Mayte Gomez-Cruz dances with the crowd during a mock Quinceañera celebration at the IMU on Thursday, Mar. 22nd, 2018. A Quinceañera is a coming of age ceremony in hispanic communities to mark a woman's 15th birthday. (James Year)

[Photo] Mock quinceañera embraces Latino traditions

March 23, 2018
The College of Public Health Building is seen on Thursday, Dec. 14, 2017.

[Photo] Network works to combine expertise to find treatments for neurological disorders

March 2, 2018
Rusty the Giant Sloth poses for a portrait in the Museum of Natural History on Tuesday, Feb. 20, 2018. Rusty is a fitting tribute to the concept of Darwinism. (James Year/The Daily Iowan

[Photo] Annual Darwin Day celebration set to host numerous scientists

February 23, 2018
The crowd during an Afroman concert at Gabe's on Saturday, 28 January 2017. The venue was sold out a week prior to the performance that featured Afroman alongside supporting acts with Semi Sixteenz, A$thmattic, Derek James, A-Wet$ & Jack Sueno, C Jones, and DJ Peer Pressure. (The Daily Iowan/James Year)

[Photo] Austin to play Gabe’s

February 6, 2018
Participants listen to the Kylee Teisinger families story during Dance Marathon at the Iowa Memorial Union on Saturday, Feb. 3, 2018. (James Year/The Daily Iowan)

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February 6, 2018
UI Sophomore Sara Gallagher pets service dogs, Emma and Ryder during Dance Marathon at the Iowa Memorial Union on Saturday, Feb. 3, 2018. The dogs were thoroughly enjoying all the attention from Dance Marathon dancers. (James Year/The Daily Iowan)

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February 6, 2018
Dancers participate during the Power Hour at Dance Marathon at the IMU on Saturday, Feb. 3, 2018. (James Year/The Daily Iowan)

[Photo] Dance Marathon pops off for an electric finale

February 3, 2018
UI Students Laura Schneider (left), Geoff Montour (center), and Senad Besic (right) pose for a portrait with their swabs while in costume during Dance Marathon at the IMU on Saturday, Feb. 3, 2017. The volunteers were finding donors to enter their DNA in a database for bone marrow transplants. (James Year/The Daily Iowan)

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February 3, 2018
A CHOMP sticker is prominently displayed on the window of Mickey's Pub on Monday, Jan. 29, 2018.

[Photo] CHOMP chows down on Iowa City

January 30, 2018
The Zombie Burger sign as seen at their Iowa City location on Monday, Jan 22. 2017. This location is expected to close in the near future. (James Year/The Daily Iowan)

[Photo] Zombie Burger stalks out of Iowa City

January 24, 2018

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January 24, 2018
Drag Kings perform at Studio 13's IC Kings show on Thursday, June 15, 2017. After the show ended, many of the guests at the event continued celebrating Pride Week on the dance floor. (The Daily Iowan/James Year)

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January 24, 2018
Drag queens prepare for their performance at Studio 13 on Wednesday, June 14, 2017. Many of the Drag Queens performed on multiple throughout Pride Week. (The Daily Iowan/James Year)

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January 24, 2018
An fan during an Afroman concert at Gabe's on Saturday, January 28, 2017. The venue was sold out a week prior to the performance that featured Afroman alongside supporting acts with Semi Sixteenz, A$thmattic, Derek James, A-Wet$ & Jack Sueno, C Jones, and DJ Peer Pressure. (The Daily Iowan/James Year)

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January 24, 2018
An fan during an Afroman concert at Gabe's on Saturday, January 28, 2017. The venue was sold out a week prior to the performance that featured Afroman alongside supporting acts with Semi Sixteenz, A$thmattic, Derek James, A-Wet$ & Jack Sueno, C Jones, and DJ Peer Pressure. (The Daily Iowan/James Year)

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January 24, 2018
The College of Public Health Building as seen on Thursday, Dec. 14, 2017.

[Photo] Lungs leaves audience breathless

December 15, 2017
Actors, as medical professionals, help calm a shell-shocked patient during a dress rehearsal for the play Shell Shocked on Wednesday, Dec. 13, 2017. The performance centers on a doctor's search to understand and improve conditions on the Western Front during World War 1. (James Year/The Daily Iowan)

[Photo] Play from The Combined Efforts unveils the truth of shell shock

December 14, 2017
Sen. Joni Ernst, R-Iowa, responds to questions from the crowd at a Town Hall meeting in the Iowa Memorial Union on Friday, Sept. 22, 2017.

[Photo] Senators hone in on Iowa City VA wrongful practices 

December 5, 2017
Members of the UI community hold signs in protest on the Pentacrest on Wednesday, Nov. 29, 2017.

[Photo] Graduate students hopeful about federal tax overhaul

December 4, 2017
A drag troupe from the Delta Labda Phi fraternity dances at a Cultural Showcase at the IMU on Thursday, Nov. 16, 2017. The event was sponsored by the Campus Activities Board. (James Year/The Daily Iowan)

[Photo] Sixth-annual Cultural Showcase welcomes the world

November 17, 2017
Ruck March volunteers Private Chris Phoumy (left), Ret. Major Kent Christen (center), and Private Courtney Packard (right) pose for a group portrait shortly before starting their 22-mile march on Wednesday. The event’s goal is to march the Iowa/Nebraska game ball from stadium to stadium to raise awareness of the veteran/suicide issue. According to the VA estimates, there are 22 suicides a day among current and former service members. (James Year/The Daily Iowan)

[Photo] Veterans kick off ruck march for suicide awareness at Kinnick

November 16, 2017
FILE - Blue Moose on Saturday, Sept. 23, 2017. (James Year/The Daily Iowan)

[Photo] Animal Years to take on Blue Moose in Iowa City debut

November 14, 2017
People are more scared and politically aware. Im bombarded with trumps social media messages. I feel kind of helpless and i think more people should have been more educated before we got into this mess. Valerie Gibertini. UI Chemistry Major and Iowa City Resident.

[Photo] In their own words: Is America great again?

November 9, 2017
Iowa City Resident, Nicholas Klein

[Photo] In Their Own Words: Is gun control discourse effective?

November 7, 2017
Decorations are seen hanging from the ceiling in Circle of Ash's haunted house on Sunday, Oct. 22, 2017. The morbid decor throughout the venue added to the customer experience at the haunted house.

[Photo] Yerington: There is an undying love for zombies

October 29, 2018
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