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

Stop complaining, start campaigning

BENJAMIN EVANS October 26, 2011

Maybe some of you have heard, but Swati Dandekar, the former state senator from District 18, accepted a position on Iowa Gov. Terry Branstad's Utilities Board. Obviously, this opens up her Senate seat,...

DI is too liberal, too conservative

ADAM B SULLIVAN October 26, 2011

Caucus season is likely the best time to work for a daily newspaper in Iowa. There's plenty of news, web hits are high, and the national media are taking cues from us. However, it's also one of the most...

Occupy’s construction should spark legislation

DI EDITORIAL BOARD October 26, 2011

Occupy Iowa City protesters have made the correct decision in signing a permit with the city government in order to establish a sensible relationship with authorities, but they continue to push their boundaries. By...

Barnett wins second Big Ten weekly award

DI STAFF October 26, 2011

Jessica Barnett took home the Big Ten Offensive Player of the Week award on Tuesday after contributing 5 points to the Hawkeyes' two wins over the weekend. The junior midfielder scored two goals and added...

Men’s golf finishes fifth at U.S. Collegiate Championships

DI STAFF October 26, 2011

Tuesday was a day of accomplishing goals for the Iowa men's golf team. The Hawkeyes finished in a tie for fifth place at the U.S. Collegiate Championship in Alpharetta, Ga. Iowa finished the three-day...

Intramurals: Masticators unite former college athletes

CODY GOODWIN October 26, 2011

Iowa's intramural programs showcase some talented athletes and teams — and some teams are lucky enough to feature former college athletes on their rosters. The Masticators are one such team. The flag-football...

Cross-training helps cross-country

ELDON GIANNAKOUROS October 26, 2011

The Iowa women's cross-country team has kept its best runners in competition all season long, and their health and potential are a welcome novelty this late in the season. But as senior Brooke Eilers...

Big Ten notebook: Gophers, Kill agree to seven-year contract

SAM LOUWAGIE October 26, 2011

Minnesota football coach Jerry Kill signed a seven-year contract on Tuesday, the university said. The Gophers will pay their first-year coach $1.2 million per year. The school formalized a contract for...

Hawkeyes focused on reclaiming Floyd of Rosedale

JORDAN GARRETSON October 26, 2011

When Hawkeye players walk through the Hayden Fry Football Complex, there's something missing — a few things, actually. There's no bull, no pig, and no Cy-Hawk Trophy. Iowa is without any of its three...

Marshall trial reset

DI STAFF October 26, 2011

The trial for a suspect charged with first-degree murder in the death of Iowa City landlord has been reset for May 22, 2012, according to court documents. Justin Alexander Marshall, who is one of three...

Coralville woman charged with 3rd OWI

DI STAFF October 26, 2011

A Coralville woman was arrested early Tuesday morning after she allegedly got into the wrong car after coming out of the Eighth St. Hy-Vee while intoxicated. According to a complaint by Coralville police,...

Jazz ensemble Dead Cat Bounce visits Blue Moose

JORDAN MONTGOMERY October 26, 2011

Matt Steckler began playing the saxophone in the fourth grade. He chose the sax because the man demonstrating the instrument had long hair and looked cool, he said Steckler has studied the instrument...

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