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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

Reliving civil rights

REBECCA KOONS February 16, 2010

The late 1940s saw plenty of social change, including the beginning of the end of segregation and discrimination. It was the concept of this cultural upheaval that put the wheels in motion for author...

Music as a play

ERIC SUNDERMANN February 16, 2010

Annie Clark wanted to be among her own — the freaks. “I’m, in some ways, really glad I grew up in the suburbs, because if I hadn’t, I don’t think I would’ve wanted to move to New York City,”...

Guest: DI columnist misguided in pro-choice criticism

SHANNON O'REILLY - GUEST OPINION February 16, 2010

In his Feb. 10 column, “Pro-choice missteps,” Justin Sugg not only painted all pro-choice individuals with a broad brush, but he apparently also refused to read any of the criticisms of the Focus on...

Igloos and some hoax

BEAU ELLIOT February 16, 2010

So, Washington, D.C., the Mid-Atlantic states, and the South get hit by a blizzard or two, and suddenly global climate change is a hoax. Right? Well, that’s what the political right wing seems to think....

Snow emergencies illustrate need for new city parking policy

DI EDITORIAL BOARD February 16, 2010

Snow emergencies in Iowa City provide a chance for UI students to cross their fingers, yearning for a snow day and a class-less day. But this year, the thought of heavy snow is more an umbrage than ever. The...

Women’s basketball managers compete in intramurals

MATT COZZI February 16, 2010

It’s not surprising to find the managers of the Hawkeye basketball team lighting up the hardwood in their free time. For three guys, they appreciate the recognition. Sophomore Chris Crawford, brother...

Hawkeyes sweep weekly Big Ten honors

DI STAFF February 16, 2010

Iowa swept this week’s Big Ten women’s basketball awards. Junior Kachine Alexander was named Big Ten Player of the Week, and Jaime Printy was honored as Big Ten Freshman of the Week. Alexander played...

Swimmer finds new home with Hawkeyes

MITCH SMITH February 16, 2010

Christine Mauro needed a change. After two and a half years of swimming in Tempe, Ariz., the junior left sunny Arizona State and relocated to Iowa City, choosing to transfer midyear and join the Hawkeye...

Honesty is GymHawks’ policy

ROBBIE LEHMAN February 16, 2010

Larissa Libby is a straight shooter when it comes to coaching. Currently in her sixth season at the head of the program, the Iowa women’s gymnastics coach hasn’t wavered on her teaching style or philosophy,...

Sowinski blossoming quickly for track and field team

MATT SCHOMMER February 16, 2010

Sophomore Erik Sowinski hasn’t slowed down all season. The star trackster continues to shine during competition, most recently breaking the 800-meter record at Iowa for the second meet in a row. The...

Big Ten with three clear tiers

BRENDAN STILES February 16, 2010

With three weeks remaining in the Big Ten season, the conference standings have been divided into three tiers. At the top, five teams realistically seem to be locks for the NCAA Tournament next month....

Hawkeyes look to avenge loss to Wolverines

BRENDAN STILES February 16, 2010

Todd Lickliter has not forgotten. In fact, his memory is vivd. When he took the Iowa men’s basketball team to Ann Arbor, Mich., on Jan. 30, it was one-sided. Dominating both ends of the floor, the Wolverines...

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