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

Beer of the week: Mikkeller IPA series

DI STAFF October 13, 2011

Mikkeller Brewing is run by two men who travel around Europe and the U.S. renting brewing space to create beer in small batches. Because of this brewing practice, the men earned a nickname in the beer...

Steinway artist, Dan Knight, gives solo performance

DI STAFF October 13, 2011

Some students on the UI campus may know Dan Knight as the accompanist and resident composer on the professional staff in the University of Iowa Dance Department. But the pianist is also honored with the...

Robert Randolph and the Family Band play at the Englert

DI STAFF October 13, 2011

Creating a combination of funk, soul, and gospel with their music, Robert Randolph and the Family Band will bring its interesting sound to the Englert Theatre, 221 E. Washington St., at 8 p.m. on Saturday....

Tales from the Kitchen: Homemade Marinara Sauce

SAMANTHA GENTRY October 13, 2011

As a girl with Italian roots, it would be a sin if I didn't have some culinary skills to brag about. I grew up in a household where every night was accompanied by a delicious meal crafted by my mom. Now...

Tango workshop brings fancy footwork to IC

JULIA JESSEN October 13, 2011

With quick and graceful footwork, two internationally known stars of Argentine tango will glide into Iowa City this weekend for their first performance in the United States. Ricardo Calvo and Sandra...

More students longboarding on campus

ALLIE WRIGHT October 13, 2011

Amid chants of "Go Bass" from his fellow boarders, UI freshman Sebastian Alcantara tripped as he attempted to complete a 180-degree slide — a trick that allows skaters to turn their boards...

Hip-hop/electro rapper plays at Blue Moose

CARLY HURWITZ October 13, 2011

Rapper Na Palm used to sell health insurance, earning money only from commission on sales. When he wasn't on the job, he was writing raps in a one-bedroom apartment in Chicago that he shared with his brother....

Yacht Club reopens after water damage

JORDAN MONTGOMERY October 13, 2011

Since 2002, the Yacht Club has been a pillar supporting Iowa City's live-music scene. The venue features music six nights a week, featuring nationally touring artists and local acts. But on Sept. 24,...

University Democrats: City Council ideals

GUEST OPINION October 13, 2011

The University of Iowa Democrats would like the Nov. 8 Iowa City City Council elections to produce members who are committed to providing all residents of Iowa City with an effective and efficient government...

UISG: Students should interact with local, nat’l politics

GUEST OPINION October 13, 2011

Last week, University of Iowa Student Government joined UI faculty, administrators, and alumni in Washington, D.C., to meet with lawmakers and advocate for the university. More than 100 proud Hawkeyes...

Pell Grants rightfully prioritized by UI

DI EDITORIAL BOARD October 13, 2011

A total of $2 million will come out of University of Iowa graduate students' wallets to secure nearly $16 million in undergraduate financial aid. With the recent change in federal student-aid policy,...

McCaffery to hit dorms

DI STAFF October 13, 2011

Men's basketball coach Fran McCaffery will visit a pair of Iowa dorms in the next two weeks, starting with a trip to Hillcrest this evening. McCaffery and members of this year's Hawkeye team will be in...

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