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

Rooted in the Midwest

TOMMY MORGAN JR. April 30, 2010

When Miles Nielsen gives a songwriting workshop, he likes to keep things awkward. “Songwriting is very personal, and I love the first 25 minutes of awkwardness where no one wants to say anything,”...

Earthwords celebrates 30th anniversary

MARISA WAY April 30, 2010

This year, Earthwords celebrates its 30th anniversary by releasing its biggest issue ever. The publication has given undergraduate students the opportunity to showcase their writing in various genres...

The 21-ordinance’s effect on UI greek life

MATTHEW GAITHER - GUEST OPINION April 30, 2010

There is clearly one topic in the 21-ordinance debate that few have discussed: the inevitable effect of the age change on sorority and fraternity life. For those who do not know, all fraternity and sorority...

Future of journalism, world

LAMIA ZIA April 30, 2010

The winds of change are occurring in today’s world, with digital technology reshaping the media industry. Back in 2003, when I stepped into a traditional newsroom in Islamabad, Pakistan, it was filled...

Recent UI drug raids highlight unfair drug-alcohol punishment discrepancy

DI EDITORIAL BOARD April 30, 2010

According to University of Iowa policy, residence halls are considered substance-free environments. Nevertheless, recent events prove that not all substances are treated equally. Earlier this month, law-enforcement...

Time for Hawks to give back

ROBBIE LEHMAN April 30, 2010

The University of Iowa’s relationship with the Iowa City community is about to grow stronger. And it’s time for Hawkeye fans to clean out their closets, gather up some clothes, and head to the ballpark. The...

Clayborn, Binns named to preliminary watch list

DI STAFF April 30, 2010

Iowa defensive ends Adrian Clayborn and Broderick Binns were named to a preliminary watch list for the 2010 Rotary Lombardi Award, an honor bestowed annually upon college football’s top offensive or...

Men’s tennis edges Purdue

DI STAFF April 30, 2010

The No. 7-seeded Iowa men’s tennis team defeated No. 10-seeded Purdue in the opening round of the Big Ten Tournament on Thursday in Bloomington, Ind. The Hawkeyes’ 4-3 victory sets up a meeting with...

Rowers will have more speed at Big Ten championships

NICK GANS April 30, 2010

The Iowa rowing team has business to take care of before preparing for finals. After finishing fifth in the Big Ten championships last year, the Hawkeyes have a renewed focus on the need for speed. Racing...

Track and field hosts Musco Twilight this weekend

MATT SCHOMMER and MICHELE DANNO April 30, 2010

As the sun goes down this weekend, the Iowa track and field team will still be in the midst of its final home meet of the season. The 11th-annual Musco Twilight Meet is on tap Saturday evening, and it...

Softball hosts No. 24 Ohio State this weekend

IAN MARTIN April 30, 2010

After starting the Big Ten season 8-1, the Iowa softball team seemed like a lock for the NCAA Tournament. Now on a three-game losing streak, the Hawkeyes (24-17, 8-3) are in a must-win situation this...

Men’s golf begins postseason play today

JESSIE SMITH April 30, 2010

Iowa sophomore golfer Brad George is eager to make his return. After sitting out the Hawkeyes’ last two meets, George will fill the fifth spot on the roster this weekend when the No. 41 Iowa men’s...

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