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

CD Review: Kid Cudi

EVAN CLARK November 9, 2010

*** out of ***** When we first became acquainted with Kid Cudi, right off the bat we got the vibe that the guy is relatively reclusive. But the lonely stoner persona was the backbone of his charm, and...

Rocker sings about life in the food industry

SAMANTHA GENTRY November 9, 2010

For musician Ben Weaver, mirepoix isn't just a culinary term for the mixture of celery, carrots, and onions. It's also the name of his newest album, Mirepoix & Smoke, which is based on the artist's...

Market solutions needed to improve economy

ZACH HALSTEAD - GUEST OPINION November 9, 2010

Unemployment is a major issue facing the state of Iowa and this country. The national unemployment rate is 9.6 percent, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. But in reality, it is much higher than...

Years of the Prince of Hope

BEAU ELLIOT November 9, 2010

In the Years of the Prince of Hope, change comes like a glacier, and people soon return to video games, which are understandable because video games don't speak in Ivy League words. Also, change comes...

Distressing government failures in Coralville flood rebuilding

DI EDITORIAL BOARD November 9, 2010

Though the 2008 floodwaters have receded, some of the resulting complications are still with us. The natural disaster destroyed the Coralville Parks & Recreation and Transit building. The two departments...

Has Iowa vs. Northwestern become a football rivalry?

DI STAFF November 9, 2010

YES What constitutes an archrival? Is it a shared border, the same conference, or a history of close games? While an Iowa-Northwestern competition doesn't normally draw a great deal of attention from...

Past struggles motivate Battista

SAM LOUWAGIE November 9, 2010

Two years ago, Mark Battista sat in coach Larry Wieczorek's office for an uncomfortable conversation. Battista, a talented sophomore runner, had underachieved to the point where he failed to make the Hawkeyes'...

Soccer working to reverse history

SETH ROBERTS November 9, 2010

Iowa isn't known for its soccer. The 14-year-old Hawkeye program is the worst in the Big Ten. The team's all-time 33-93-12 conference record adds up to a .283 winning percentage, and Iowa has finished...

Printy looks to ‘D-up’ as sophomore

JON FRANK November 9, 2010

Reigning Big Ten Freshman of the Year Jaime Printy can cripple the opposition with pinpoint shooting. She can handle and distribute the ball with the poise and intelligence of an experienced point guard....

Coker gives Hawkeyes options

SCOTT MILLER November 9, 2010

Following Marcus Coker's first career game against Ball State on Sept. 25, Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz questioned whether his true freshman running back was ready for Big Ten play. Coker didn't play...

First University of Iowa Statewide Veterans Conference today

DI STAFF November 9, 2010

The first University of Iowa Statewide Veterans Conference will begin at 9 a.m. today on the fourth floor of the Levitt Center. Rep. Dave Loebsack, D-Iowa, will give the keynote address, UI dignitaries...

Cedar Rapids man arrested for an alleged OWI and child endangerment

DI STAFF November 9, 2010

A Cedar Rapids man has been arrested for allegedly operating a vehicle while smoking marijuana with children in the car. Frank Orr Jr., 42, was charged Nov. 5 with OWI and child endangerment. According...

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