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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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Iowa offensive line coach Tim Polasek speaks with players before Iowa's game against Penn State at Beaver Stadium on Saturday, October 27, 2018. The Nittany Lions defeated the Hawkeyes 30-24.

Iowa offensive line coach Tim Polasek named Wyoming’s new offensive coordinator

Robert Read, Pregame Editor February 10, 2021

Iowa offensive line coach Tim Polasek was officially announced as the next offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach at Wyoming on Wednesday, leaving the Hawkeyes with a spot to fill on their coaching...

Gov. Kim Reynolds delivers the condition of the state address to a joint session of the Iowa House and Senate.

Iowa partners with Microsoft to create new vaccine scheduling system

Lauren White, Politics Reporter February 10, 2021

Gov. Kim Reynolds announced on Wednesday that the Iowa Department of Public Health has partnered with Microsoft to develop a centralized vaccination scheduling system, and Iowans can expect to see...

U.S Senator Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa, speaks with the Daily Iowan staff after a visit to Mercy Hospital on July 2, 2019.

Grassley says he will reserve judgment on impeachment until after trial

Caleb McCullough, Managing Editor February 10, 2021

Sen. Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa, said Wednesday his vote on whether or not to convict former President Donald Trump of inciting an insurrection will not hinge on whether or not the trial is constitutional,...

The Old Capitol building is seen on Nov. 19, 2019.

UI cancels in-person summer youth programs, reports new COVID-19 cases

Lillian Poulsen, News Reporter February 10, 2021

University of Iowa employees who receive a COVID-19 vaccination and experience side effects that prevent them from being able to work may utilize Board of Regents sick leave, the university reported...

Tables are kept 6 feet apart at Buffalo Wild Wings during the Super Bowl on Sunday, Feb. 7, 2021. Social distancing is still maintained after Governor Kim Reynolds removed the mandate at 12:01 a.m. that morning.  (Jeff Sigmund/Daily Iowan)

Iowa City leaders, University of Iowa professors, express concern at end of state-wide mask mandate

Drew Sullivan, News Reporter February 9, 2021

Iowa City community members are expressing concern for their health and safety after Gov. Kim Reynolds relaxes COVID-19 restrictions statewide. On Feb. 5, Reynolds introduced a new Public Health...

Bails that were made from the after product of the corn harvest wait in a field for pickup on Oct. 12, 2020. (Jeff Sigmund/Daily Iowan)

College of Public Health examines mental health challenges for farmers

Samantha Murray, News Reporter February 9, 2021

University of Iowa College of Public Health professors studying farmers’ mental health are finding that the effects of COVID-19 on Iowa farmers are one segment of a combination of forces that impact...

The Old Capitol is seen on Thursday, March 12, 2020. (Jenna Galligan/The Daily Iowan)

International honors society Phi Beta Delta returns to University of Iowa

Ailis McCardle, News Reporter February 9, 2021

No one knows how long it has been since a chapter of Phi Beta Delta Honors Society for International Scholars was active at the University of Iowa, but the organization returned to the UI campus with...

Guns are displayed at Scheels in Coralville on Tuesday, April 11, 2017. The Iowa House recently accepted the stand-your-ground-provision, an amendment to HF 517, which permits an individual to use deadly force when their life is in danger.

Iowans will have to campaign around a potential pro-gun amendment in 2022

Lauren White, Politics Reporter February 9, 2021

In 2022, Iowa politicos and other advocacy groups will not only be campaigning for seats in the Legislature, but also for the fate of a potential amendment to Iowa’s constitution that would make...

The Old Capitol is seen on Thursday, March 12, 2020.

University of Iowa diversity, equity, inclusion committee embarks on forming next strategic plan

Sabine Martin, News Reporter February 9, 2021

As the University of Iowa's diversity, equity, and inclusion two-year action plan wraps up this year, campus officials are gathering campus input for a new roadmap for diversity, equity, and inclusion...

President Joe Biden delivers remarks on the national economy in the State Dining Room at the White House in Washington, D.C., on Feb. 5, 2021.

How some of Joe Biden’s executive orders will affect Iowa

Brian Grace, Politics Reporter February 9, 2021

As the nation enters its first full month of Joe Biden’s presidency, the 46th president has signed 29 executive orders as of Feb. 9, with 17 of them signed within his first two days in office. That...

Sexual assault reported at University of Iowa residence hall

Sexual assault reported at University of Iowa residence hall

Alexandra Skores, Managing Editor February 9, 2021

The University of Iowa received a report of a sexual assault that occurred last weekend, between Feb. 5 and Feb. 7, at a residence hall. No additional information was provided. UI officials encourage...