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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

Who’s really ‘Taxed Enough Already?’

ADAM B SULLIVAN September 23, 2011

It's easy to lean on the platitude that death and taxes are the only certainties. But is it true? During Thursday night's Fox News/Google debate, moderators asked Rep. Michele Bachmann, R-Minn., how much...

Big fans of Big Pharm

CHRIS STEINKE September 23, 2011

In between obscene local bowling commercials and the plethora of advertisers claiming they're "No. 1 on Highway 1," you might come across an ad promoting prescription drugs. Stand up, and remove...

Rising community college tuition a burden

DI EDITORIAL BOARD September 23, 2011

As the costs associated with attending a four-year university continue to rise, many students have opted to attend community colleges. Unfortunately, many of these institutions are beginning to face the...

Iowa men’s track captains announced

DI STAFF September 23, 2011

Head men's track and field coach Larry Wieczorek announced his 2011-12 team captains on Thursday, according to a release. The Hawkeyes will be led by All-American seniors Erik Sowinski and Troy Doris. Sowinski...

Carver-Hawkeye additions to be showcased today

DI STAFF September 23, 2011

The newly renovated Carver-Hawkeye Arena will be dedicated this afternoon in a free event open to the public, according to a release. The program will begin at 4 p.m. and consist of tours and speakers...

Former linebacker Rollins named Saturday’s honorary captain

DI STAFF September 23, 2011

Former Iowa linebacker Vernon Rollins will serve as the honorary captain for Iowa's game Saturday against Louisiana Monroe. Rollins was a four-year letter winner (1995-97, 99). Arriving at Iowa as one...

Intramurals: Punt, pass, and kick competition thrives

TOMMY REINKING September 23, 2011

The intramural punt, pass, and kick competition almost had more competition than kicks and throws this year. Fifty-one athletes took part in this year's five-day competition, held at the Hawkeye Recreation...

Hawkeye tennis to compete in two tournaments

RYAN MURPHY September 23, 2011

The Iowa men's tennis team will compete in two different events this weekend, which means head coach Steve Houghton's top two players will get a national test while the longtime head coach gets a look...

Women’s cross-country waits to unleash top runners

ELDON GIANNAKOUROS September 23, 2011

Women's cross-country coach Layne Anderson's sleeve is still bulging with aces two meets into the 2011 season. Anderson's major talent — senior leaders Betsy Flood, McKenzie Melander, and Brooke Eilers,...

Men’s cross-country faces top competition in MN

BEN ROSS September 23, 2011

The Iowa men's cross-country team will travel to St. Paul, Minn., to compete in the Roy Griak Invitational this weekend. The competition will feature top teams from throughout the country, including No....

Hawkeye field hockey opens Big Ten play

NICK SZAFRANSKI September 23, 2011

Almost two years — 704 days, to be exact. That's how long it has been since the Iowa field hockey team won its last Big Ten conference game. "It's reality," head coach Tracey Griesbaum said....

Iowa volleyball to face the Big Ten

MOLLY IRENE OLMSTEAD September 23, 2011

Big Ten volleyball is "really good," Iowa volleyball head coach Sharon Dingman said. Iowa will see two of those "really" good teams this weekend; the Hawkeyes will open the Big Ten...

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