UI senior has passion for social justice May 16, 2008
Karen Kubby, the clinic's executive director, said Hemphill's efforts on the project prevented negative state legislation, which tends to erode the pregnancy options of females. Hemphill joined the clinic's Board of Directors following her work with Project Pharmacy. (Daily Iowan, IA)
Drums of peace in IC Apr 11, 2008
The conference will feature workshops and local speakers including Iraq Veterans Against the War, UI law Professor Adrien Wing, and Karen Kubby, the executive director of the Emma Goldman Clinic, 227 N. Dubuque St.. Kubby said she plans to expand on ideas she recently spoke about at an Iowa City rally in March. (Daily Iowan, IA)
Seniors tackle abortion Feb 8, 2008
Karen Kubby, the executive director at the Emma Goldman Clinic, told the group about three options women have when they face an unplanned pregnancy: birth, adoption, and abortion. She said the clinic offers abortion services as well as counseling for women facing tough decisions. (Daily Iowan, IA)
Study: Pill can reduce ovarian-cancer risk Jan 29, 2008
Karen Kubby, the executive director of the Emma Goldman Clinic, said the clinic's philosophy is not necessarily to recommend the Pill; instead, physicians look at various factors to help a patient decide which birth-control method is best. "We really look at that person in greater detail," Kubby said. (Daily Iowan, IA)
1st MidAmerican consideration OK'ed Oct 17, 2007
Karen Kubby was one in the audience who spoke for this change in language. "At least go back to the negotiating table," she said. (Daily Iowan, IA)
Number of abortions down Oct 16, 2007
Emma Goldman Clinic's rates are based on family income, a woman's insurance coverage, and how far along the woman is in the pregnancy said Karen Kubby, the executive director of the clinic. The customary fee is $575, but the clinic will lower the rate for qualifying individuals. (Daily Iowan, IA)
Plan B sales up nationwide Aug 28, 2007
But while sales figures are up, Barr Pharmaceuticals tripled the price of the drug when it became more widely available, said Karen Kubby, the executive director of the Emma Goldman Clinic, 227 N. Dubuque St. She said this may be why the total units of Plan B sold have stayed stable at her clinic. Other local pharmacy officials said they couldn't comment on past pricing of the drug. (Daily Iowan, IA)
Period-suppressor pill heading to market Jun 12, 2007
Though this product is the first of its kind, people have been suppressing periods for years, said Karen Kubby, the executive director of the Emma Goldman Clinic, 227 N. Dubuque St.. "People all over the country manipulate birth control pills," she said. (Daily Iowan, IA)
Metro briefs Jan 23, 2007
Karen Kubby, the executive director of the Emma Goldman Clinic, said those interested in getting tickets should register online or call immediately. Proceeds raised at the annual event go toward the clinic's DeProsse Access Fund, which helps subsidize abortion-service fees for lower-income women. (Daily Iowan, IA)
Out of the closet and into the public Dec 8, 2006
Karen Kubby, who makes pottery and beadwork, works as executive director of the Emma Goldman clinic; Monica Leo owns Eulenspiegel Puppet Theatre Company; and Jenny Saylor, who crafts jewelry, is a West High art teacher, among many others. "It's a collective of artists who are friends, and we decided to share what we do with the public," Wortman said. (Daily Iowan, IA)
Group to dispense Plan B free today Dec 6, 2006
The two health services won't match their competition's deal, but Karen Kubby, the director of the Emma Goldman Clinic, said her center will eventually have the lowest prices in town. The clinic sees roughly 16 women per week for the medication, she said. (Daily Iowan, IA)
Court pushes protester farther away from Emma Goldman Dec 1, 2006
In its 13-page decision, the Court of Appeals wrote that the expanded permanent injunction is necessary to ensure the safety of Director Karen Kubby and physician Robert Kretzchmar, who jointly filed for the initial restriction against Holman in 2003 and protect others who frequent the sidewalk. Kubby and Kretzchmar stated in court documents that over the year prior to that injunction, Holman's behavior had escalated from picketing to voicing aggressive comments aimed at those entering the... (Daily Iowan, IA)
Pushing abstinence for 20-somethings Nov 9, 2006
Karen Kubby, the executive director of the Emma Goldman Clinic, called the new guidelines unrealistic, especially in Iowa City. "Saying, 'Don't be sexually active from 12 to 29 ' is not functional," she said. (Daily Iowan, IA)
As ever, abortion supplies fuel for debate Nov 3, 2006
"I'm really concerned that Roe could fall, because it's not a direct right within the Constitution," said Karen Kubby, a former Iowa City city councilor who now directs the Emma Goldman Clinic, one of two abortion providers, along with Planned Parenthood, in Johnson County. The county is one of six in the state with providers. (Daily Iowan, IA)
'Emma' ads draw praise, fire Oct 17, 2006
"We worked hard to design the commercials so that they would be educational, informative, and locally produced," said Karen Kubby, the clinic's executive director. The commercials, whose content came from the most popular questions on the "Ask Emma" feature on the clinic's website, cover such issues as condoms and forms of emergency contraception. (Daily Iowan, IA)
Project to get TIF Oct 4, 2006
Iowa City resident Karen Kubby, the executive director of the Emma Goldman Clinic and a former city councilor, said she supported the project but wanted the building to have some housing for lower-income families among the proposed high-end condominiums. "This is a perfect opportunity to incorporate mixed housing in the building," she said. (Daily Iowan, IA)
