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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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No — Petras won’t start at QB in 2021

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor April 11, 2021

A little over two weeks into spring practice and just under 22 weeks away from Iowa football’s 2021-22 season-opener against Indiana, junior quarterback Spencer Petras seems to be the unquestioned favorite...

Yes — Petras will start at QB in 2021

Robert Read, Pregame Editor April 11, 2021

Iowa quarterbacks coach Ken O’Keefe said last week that the Hawkeyes have an open competition underway at that position this spring. And I believe him. But I think when Iowa opens the 2021 season...

Cast members rehearse while curtains drape over the stage during a dress rehearsal of “Ascend,” in the Mabie Theatre at the Theatre Building on March 31, 2021. “Ascend”, directed by Margarita Blush and written/created by the cast and creative team, explores the growth of individuals, especially after the pandemic. There will be a virtual performance of “Ascend” on April 28, 2021.

UI Theatre Department closes season with original show, ‘Ascend’

Tatiana Plowman, Arts Reporter April 11, 2021

Before the curtains close for the University of Iowa Theatre Arts Department’s spring 2021 season, a unique show will take the stage — a completely student-written, original production called Ascend,...

Iowa shortstop Brendan Sher throws to first after tagging second for a double play during a baseball game between Iowa and Minnesota at Duane Banks Field on April 9, 2021. The Hawkeyes defeated the Gophers 7-0.

Four home runs power Iowa baseball team past Minnesota, 6-1, in first game of Sunday doubleheader

Robert Read, Pregame Editor April 11, 2021

Iowa catcher Brett McCleary couldn't get a bunt down in the bottom of the seventh inning. So once he faced a two-strike count, the junior hit a home run instead. McCleary launched a high fly ball...

Contributed photo of Hari Osofsky, dean of the Penn State College of Law and School of International Affairs.

UI presidential search: Dean of Penn State Law Hari Osofsky named finalist

Caleb McCullough and Sarah Watson April 11, 2021

Hari Osofsky, dean of Penn State Law and the Penn State School of International Affairs, will attend campus on Monday as the first of four finalists for the University of Iowa presidency.  She...

Eugene Levy, left, and Dan Levy deliver opening remarks during the 26th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards at the Shrine Auditorium. (Robert Hanashiro/USA Today)

University Lecture Committee hosts Emmy award-winning star Dan Levy in partnership with ISU, UNI

Tatiana Plowman, Arts Reporter April 10, 2021

Emmy award-winning actor, director, producer and writer Dan Levy talked creation, artistic struggle, and gave advice to viewers during a Friday night lecture sponsored by the University of Iowa’s...

Hawkeye pitcher Trenton Wallace pitches during the baseball game against Illinois at Duane Banks Field on March 30, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Fighting Illini 2-1 after the 9th inning.

Iowa baseball overpowers Minnesota, 7-1

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor April 9, 2021

On Friday night, Iowa baseball was outhit by Minnesota, 11-3. The Hawkeyes, however, were not outplayed. Iowa's three hits produced a whopping seven runs, while Minnesota yielded just one run from...

Iowa shortstop Brendan Sher throws the ball to first during a baseball game between Iowa and Minnesota at Duane Banks Field on April 9, 2021. The Hawkeyes defeated the Gophers 7-0.

Photos: Iowa baseball v. Minnesota

Jerod Ringwald, Photojournalist April 9, 2021

The Scoreboard: April 9, 2021

The Scoreboard: April 9, 2021

April 9, 2021

This week on "The Scoreboard," hosts Austin Hanson and Shivansh Ahuja are joined by DI Pregame Editor Robert Read and Sports Reporter Chris Werner to talk the latest in Iowa men's golf, men's basketball,...

Syringes for the COVID-19 vaccine lay on a counter at the VA Medical Center in Iowa City on Tuesday, Dec. 22, 2020. The center received the Moderna vaccine for its employees.

The University of Iowa ‘strongly encourages’ students, faculty, and staff to receive the COVID-19 vaccine, but won’t require it

Sabine Martin, News Reporter April 9, 2021

The University of Iowa is strongly encouraging students, faculty, and staff to receive the COVID-19 vaccine — but as of now, won't require it — as scheduling eligibility opened across the state...