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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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University of Iowa graduate student Drew Etienne poses for a portrait in downtown Iowa City on Wednesday, Aug. 19, 2020. The Campaign to Organize Graduate Students (COGS) led a march to President Bruce Harreld's home in order to protest the administration's insistence that the university remain open despite the health risk posed by COVID-19.

COGS, state Board of Regents differ on wage increases as contract negotiations begin

Eleanor Hildebrandt, News Reporter February 9, 2021

The University of Iowa’s Campaign to Organize Graduate Students and the state Board of Regents shared their initial contract proposals on Tuesday, formally beginning the collective bargaining process.  COGS...

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

Guest Opinion | University of Iowa needs to improve its hiring practices

February 9, 2021

I don’t know Kevin Kregel, so the testimonials offered by the University of Iowa in support of his appointment as provost may be accurate in every way. Nonetheless, I believe that the decision to...

Gov. Kim Reynolds prepares for the State of the State Address within the house chambers of the Iowa State Capitol Building on Tuesday, Jan. 12, 2021 in Des Moines. Tuesday marks the second day of the 2021 Iowa legislative session, in which Gov. Reynolds will give her address in the evening.

Opinion | Iowa should not promote charter schools

Shahab Khan, Opinions Columnist February 9, 2021

Iowa should not endorse charter schools because they exacerbate racial inequality. Charter-school mania has arrived in Iowa as Gov. Kim Reynolds and Iowa Republicans are pushing for a bill that would establish a...

The University Counseling Services office is seen in the Old Capital Mall on Monday, February 17, 2020.

Opinion | Teach children mindfulness

Peyton Downing, Opinions Columnist February 9, 2021

Americans have been locked inside for almost a year now — isolated from each other and their social circles. It’s been an incredibly trying time for everyone and has shown that we’ve got serious...

C.J. Fredrick is out

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor February 9, 2021

It’s no secret that Iowa men’s basketball has been fighting through a midseason tailspin of late. The Hawkeyes have dropped four of their last five contests, and now sit at No. 15 in the AP Top...

Defensive issues plague the Hawkeyes

Evan Bruner, Sporter Reporter February 9, 2021

Obviously, the absence of sophomore guard and starter C.J. Fredrick over the last couple of weeks has contributed to No. 15 Iowa’s recent skid. Even after Fredrick returns, however, the Hawkeyes...

Middle blocker Grace Tubbs follows the ball during the Iowa and Nebraska volleyball game. The Huskers defeated the Hawkeyes in three sets on November 9, 2019, at Carver-Hawkeye Arena.

Tubbs bolsters Iowa volleyball’s team chemistry

Will Fineman, Sports Reporter February 9, 2021

Iowa volleyball’s Feb. 5 matchup against Indiana was special for the Hawkeyes for a variety of reasons. First and foremost, it was Iowa’s inaugural match at Xtream Arena, and second, it saw the...

Iowa guard CJ Fredrick dribbles during a men's basketball game between Iowa and Minnesota at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Sunday, Jan. 10, 2021. The Hawkeyes defeated the Golden Gophers, 86-71.

Iowa men’s basketball team focused on becoming ‘last one standing’ in close games

Robert Read, Pregame Editor February 9, 2021

The Iowa men’s basketball team’s Jan. 2 victory over Rutgers in New Jersey is an example of what the Hawkeyes haven’t done consistently lately. Rutgers led that game as late as the 35-second...

Iowa guard Kate Martin passes the ball during a women's basketball game against Purdue on Monday, Jan. 18, 2021 at Carver Hawkeye Arena. The Hawkeyes defeated the Boilermakers 87-81.

Martin continues to contribute, despite injuries

Chloe Peterson, Sports Reporter February 9, 2021

Iowa women’s basketball sophomore Kate Martin spent her first year as a Hawkeye on the sidelines, nursing an ACL tear for her entire freshman season. In the 2019-20 season, Martin played off the...

The inside of Marco’s Island is seen on Tuesday, Feb. 9, 2021. With plenty of natural lighting and plant life, the interior of the restaurant has an island feel.

Marco’s Grilled Cheese looks to expand with a new island-themed restaurant downtown

Caitlin Crome, News Reporter February 9, 2021

What started out as a food truck is now expanding to its second restaurant. Marco’s Grilled Cheese in downtown Iowa City is gaining a new sister location called Marco’s Island. Around March...