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On the Record: April 9, 2021

On the Record: April 9, 2021

April 9, 2021

In this episode of “On the Record” host Eleanor Hildebrandt and co-producer Hailey Marx sat down with DI reporters to get an in-depth look at their stories and talk this week’s headlines. News...

Iowa forward, Meike Ingles, chest bumps the ball during the Iowa women’s soccer match v. Penn State at the Iowa Soccer Complex on Thursday, March 25, 2021. The Nittany Lions defeated the Hawkeyes 1-0.

Iowa soccer downs Illinois in overtime

Hunter Moeller, Sports Reporter April 8, 2021

Iowa soccer is still alive after its 2-1 Big Ten Regional Weekend victory over Illinois Thursday night at Demirjian Park in Champaign, Illinois, because of a golden goal. After 90 minutes of action...

UIHC is seen on Wednesday, April 7,  2021.

Former UIHC manager sues for gender bias

Rachel Schilke and Caitlin Crome April 8, 2021

A former University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics employee is suing UIHC and the state Board of Regents for gender bias and discrimination under the Iowa Civil Right Act. Courtney Mace Davis, 52,...

Dublin Underground Bartender Rory Brown serves a patron on Thursday, April 7, 2021. Despite being much slower than usual for a Thursday afternoon, Rory insists that the bar will gain sufficient foot traffic by the time Jeopardy is on.

Feature photo: Fish food

Tate Hildyard, Senior Photojournalist April 8, 2021

The QT Closet Drop Off box is seen at Peterson Residence Hall on April 8, 2021. The Queer Trans Clothing Closet was created by the Pride Alliance Center to offer free gender-affirming clothing for the Iowa City Area. The first pop-up will take place next week at the Pride House.

Pride Alliance Center to hold Queer Trans popup clothing closet next week

Lily Rosen Marvin, News Reporter April 8, 2021

Organized by student leaders, the University of Iowa Pride Alliance Center will host its first-ever Queer Trans popup clothing closet beginning April 11 to provide free gender-affirming clothes to...

University of Iowa first year, medical student, Tanner Kempton gets his COVID-19 vaccination at the Westlawn Student Health Center in Iowa City on Tuesday, April 6th, 2021. With the eligibility requirements for vaccinations lifted, University of Iowa students are now able to book appointments to get their vaccinations.

‘It’s a good feeling’: University of Iowa wraps up first week vaccinating students with Johnson & Johnson

Brady Osborne, News Reporter April 8, 2021

University of Iowa senior Maeve Craven checked with local HyVee’s for open vaccine appointments once eligibility opened up to all adults this week but didn’t have any luck. She hardly returned...

A portion of Team Little and Women (LAW) of Iowa City High poses for a portrait on Wednesday, April 7. Team LAW took first place out of 84 teams at the Mock Trial State Championship.

‘The show must go on’: Iowa City High School sweeps virtual State Mock Trial Tournament to advance nationally

Grace Hamilton, News Reporter April 8, 2021

In the weeks leading up to Iowa City High School's senior Mock Trial team taking first place in the State Mock Trial Tournament, the group found themselves frequently knocking on wood. "It's funny,...

First year University of Iowa student and Coralville Food Pantry volunteer Tommy Stevens poses for a portrait in Downtown Iowa City on March 23, 2021.

Coralville Food Pantry administers over 500 COVID-19 vaccinations to pantry patrons

Sabine Martin, News Reporter April 8, 2021

Standing outside of the Coralville Food Pantry’s drive-thru food pick-up with a tablet in hand, Tommy Stevens’ job is to survey pantry members about their interest in receiving the COVID-19 vaccine....

Opinion | Everyone needed a spring break, not just students

Opinion | Everyone needed a spring break, not just students

Signe Nettum, Opinions Contributor April 8, 2021

On April 14, the University of Iowa will have its second — and last — day of instructional break in lieu of an official spring break. In an email sent back in September 2020, the university...

UI's Alexa Noel prepares to hit the ball at the women's tennis meet against Nebraska on Sunday, March 28, 2021. The meet was the labeled as "senior day," which was also the 2021 home finale meet. The Hawkeyes defeated the Nebraska Huskers 4-2.

Iowa tennis teams to play four matches this weekend

Will Fineman, Sports Reporter April 8, 2021

After a week off, Iowa women’s tennis returns to action this weekend for two road matchups on the east coast. The Hawkeyes enter their matches with Rutgers and Maryland this weekend fresh off a big...

Iowa pitcher Allison Doocy throws a pitch with a runner on first during a softball game at Pearl Field on Saturday, April 3 during a softball game between Iowa and Indiana. The Hawkeyes defeated the Hoosiers 8-0 in five innings.

Iowa softball ready for four-game series in Madison

Isaac Goffin, Assistant Sports Editor April 8, 2021

The weekend, Iowa softball will travel to Madison for a four-game series with Wisconsin. The Hawkeyes are currently 13-7 on the season — good for fifth in the Big Ten standings. The Badgers sit...