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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

Proud to be a Republican at the University of Iowa

NATALIE GINTY - GUEST OPINION April 22, 2011

For the second year in a row, the University of Iowa College Republicans hosted "Conservative Coming Out Week." For those of you who have been holed up in the library studying for finals, here's...

Respect at the UI

SALLY MASON - GUEST OPINION April 22, 2011

Universities have a unique distinction as safe havens for the free and open exchange of ideas among individuals from all walks of life. Not only is such communal civil dialogue and respect for different...

Do any of the possible GOP nominees pose a challenge to President Obama in 2012?

DI EDITORIAL STAFF April 22, 2011

YES It's soon in the 2012 campaign to make an accurate prediction, but I'm going to toss in my hat: Those betting on the failure of the GOP shouldn't wager the house. A New York Times/CBS News poll released...

Women’s tennis heads to final two matches

DI STAFF April 22, 2011

Two road matches are all that stands between the Iowa women's tennis team and the Big Ten Tournament. This weekend, the Hawkeyes will take on Wisconsin at noon on Saturday at the Nielsen Tennis Stadium,...

Iowa women’s golf begins Big Ten Championships

MAGGIE CUNNINGHAM April 22, 2011

Today, the Iowa women's golf team will tee off at the Big Ten Championships just days after a disastrous 11th-place finish at the Lady Buckeye Invitational. The disappointing finish — with a team score...

Men’s tennis closes out season against Badgers, Gophers

BEN ROSS April 22, 2011

This weekend marks the end of the regular season before the Big Ten championships for the men's tennis team. No. 66 Iowa, (8-10, 2-6) will close out the season with home matches against No. 71 Wisconsin,...

Iowa baseball set for series with Michigan

MATT COZZI April 22, 2011

Despite being at the bottom of the conference standings, the Iowa baseball team is not out of contention just yet. The Hawkeyes (14-20, 3-6 Big Ten) had an identical conference record at this point last...

Massey lends a defensive hand

MOLLY IRENE OLMSTEAD April 22, 2011

When the Iowa softball team will takes on top-ranked Michigan this weekend, it will have to make every play count. The Hawkeyes will challenge the Wolverines at 5 p.m. Saturday and 1 p.m. April 24 at Alumni...

Men’s golf team travels to Columbus for final tournament

BEN WOLFSON April 22, 2011

A historic season for the Iowa men's golf team, in which they captured five tournament victories, is almost over. The Hawkeyes will travel to Columbus, Ohio, this weekend to take part in their last tournament...

Hawkeyes expect good results at Musco Twilight meet

AMY TIFFANY April 22, 2011

On Saturday, a major turning point will occur for the Iowa women's track and field team. The Hawkeyes will compete in their only home meet of the regular outdoor track and field season. The 12th annual...

Home meet for men’s track

BEN SCHUFF April 22, 2011

The Iowa men's track and field team will host the 12th-annual Musco Twilight meet Saturday at the Cretzmeyer Track. The Hawkeyes will entertain athletes from eight other schools, including Drake, Illinois,...

Regents: More parents can’t afford college

DI STAFF April 22, 2011

More parents of students at Iowa regent institutions can't contribute to their child's tuition, according to a new state Board of Regents report. According to the Annual Student Financial Aid Study, the...

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