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 independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

The Daily Iowan

Whole Lotta Glamour

REBECCA KOONS August 28, 2009

One beautiful young woman has been causing quite a stir recently in the magazine world. The September issue of Glamour Magazine features a nude photo of 20-year-old Lizzi Miller, tastefully posed, smile...

This week’s celebrity Tweets

DI ARTS STAFF August 28, 2009

jeremypiven: For those of u who dig Entourage this next Sun is the best we have done so far… paulscheer: It took Rolling Stone 40 yrs to finally break the story about why the Beatles broke up. Which...

Life in the UI Marching Band

NICK FETTY August 28, 2009

My alarm gives me a rude awakening as my head pounds after another night of excessive drinking at beer band (the pep band that goes around to certain IC bars on Friday nights before home football games...

Vito’s adds drag shows

ADAM SALAZAR August 28, 2009

Vito’s has recently gone through a transformation. The establishment is going for a new look with its reconstructed interior, a new menu with a heaping selection of dishes, a patio, and a fresh layer...

Minus 6 a plus

DEE FABBRICATORE August 28, 2009

Quad Cities band Minus Six will play its 300th show at 8 p.m. on Saturday at the Industry. “The 300th show is pretty exciting,” saxophonist Matt Sivertsen said. “You realize how many years you’ve...

A test of Kennedy currency

JONAH GOLDBERG - GUEST OPINION August 28, 2009

If you read the newspapers or watch the news, you will encounter a long list of accomplishments by the late Sen. Edward Kennedy, D-Mass. One thing you’re less likely to hear, however, is that in his...

From Illinois, with love

LAUREN SIEBEN August 28, 2009

Ah, Iowa and Illinois. Two great Midwestern “I” states that share more similarities than differences. Both are blanketed by a flat expanse of cornfields, combines, and rural roads, with the exception...

Point/Counterpoint: Are the UI’s views on Fan Cans justified?

DI OPINIONS STAFF August 28, 2009

UI position understandable, yet hypocritical I realize taking this position won’t win me fans among students. It’s just a harmless promotion, a souvenir, an opportunity to show your school spirit,...

Frosh runner continues string

MICHELE DANNO August 28, 2009

In the past five years, both the Iowa men’s and women’s cross-country programs have experienced some of their most successful seasons in Hawkeye history. Since 2004, Valaparaiso High School in Indiana...

V-ball off to Chicago

EVELYN LAU August 28, 2009

Heading to Chicago for the start of its season, the Iowa volleyball team will have a homecoming of sorts. With five players hailing from the Land of Lincoln, traveling out-of-state may feel less like...

Captains ready to lead soccer

ROBBIE LEHMAN August 28, 2009

When the Iowa soccer team hosts Montana at 7 p.m. today and South Dakota State at 1 p.m. on Aug. 30 at the Iowa Soccer Complex, it will count on two contrasting Hawkeyes to lead a charge toward victory. The...

Rec Services heads for river

MITCH SMITH August 28, 2009

For students who want to unleash their inner Bear Grylls, Recreational Services has the perfect program. The outdoor adventure program allows both students and the general public to experience the great...

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