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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 City author’s novel to be adapted into film starring Amy Adams

Parker Jones, Arts Reporter February 2, 2021

While it isn’t uncommon that a book gets turned into a film months before its release, it is slightly rarer for one to feature an Oscar-nominated actress. For Iowa City author Rachel Yoder, however,...

Iowa Center Luka Garza celebrates during the Iowa Men’s Basketball game against Michigan on Feb. 2, 2021 at Carver-Hawkeye Arena. At halftime, Iowa leads 48-43. (Casey Stone/The Daily Iowan)

Hawkeyes snap two-game losing skid with 84-78 victory over Spartans

Robert Read, Pregame Editor February 2, 2021

Heading into Tuesday's matchup, the Iowa men's basketball team hadn't defeated Michigan State since 2016. But the No. 8 Hawkeyes (13-4 overall, 7-3 Big Ten) snapped their drought in the series with...

Iowa City resident, Tessa Meyer (right), poses for a portrait alongside a friend on Saturday, July 4, 2020 on Linn Street in Iowa City. "I make something that is positive to show that we're out here with love, not hate in our hearts."

The Black Lives Matter movement: A look inside its history in Iowa City

Hannah Pinski, Opinions Editor February 2, 2021

The Black Lives Matter movement has gained momentum in 2020, but its history in America — including Iowa City — began much earlier than summer protests. The story of the movement begins in Florida...

Photo of Stewart Brown filming for Hawk Vision. Contributed.

Student Spotlight: University of Iowa men’s gymnast creates video series depicting team’s final season

Megan Conroy, Arts Reporter February 2, 2021

Junior gymnast Stewart Brown began making videos at the age of 12 but discovered his true passion for the art form while attending the University of Iowa. There, he saw a need for film coverage...

Anya Taylor-Joy stars in 'The Queen's Gambit' on Netflix. (Phil Bray/Netflix)

The Queen’s Gambit and onward: UI Writers’ Workshop alumni share adaptation experiences

Madison Lotenschtein and Josie Fischels February 2, 2021

It’s Oct. 23 and The Queen’s Gambit has just debuted on Netflix. A trailer glides across the head banner, rife with 1950s and 60s glamor while the story of Beth Harmon, an orphaned chess prodigy,...

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

Reimagining Campus Safety Committee to hold town hall meetings

Mary Hartel, News Reporter February 2, 2021

The First Reimagining Campus Safety Action Committee town hall meeting will be held today from 3-5 p.m. and is open to all members of The University of Iowa community with a HawkID. The town halls...

Iowa's Alyssa Graves competes in the women's 1000m freestyle during a swim meet at the Campus Recreation and Wellness Center on Saturday, Jan. 16, 2021. The women's team hosted Nebraska while the men's team had an intrasquad scrimmage. (Shivansh Ahuja/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa women’s swimming and diving continues season while fighting the school’s decision to cut the program

Evan Bruner, Sports Reporter February 2, 2021

The University of Iowa announced in August it would discontinue its women’s swimming and diving program after the 2020-21 academic year because of anticipated financial losses from the pandemic. Women’s...

Iowa Forward/Center Monika Czinano watches after going in for a layup during the Iowa Women’s Basketball game against Northwestern on Jan. 28, 2021 at Carver-Hawkeye Arena. Northwestern defeated Iowa 87-80.

Monika Czinano showing high level of success for Iowa women’s basketball

Chloe Peterson, Sports Reporter February 2, 2021

It has been a big week for Iowa women’s basketball junior center Monika Czinano. After a career performance against Northwestern on Jan. 28, the newly minted Big Ten Player of the Week dominated...

Opinion | The transferred patients shouldn’t return until Glenwood implements reform

Opinion | The transferred patients shouldn’t return until Glenwood implements reform

Ally Pronina, Opinions Columnist February 2, 2021

Eight residents will be transferred from Glenwood Resource Center — a facility for people with disabilities — to the Woodward Institution because of trouble recruiting qualified staff. The lack...

Guns are displayed at Scheels in Coralville on Tuesday, April 11, 2017.

Opinion | ‘Strict Scrutiny’ ruins the Iowa gun bill

Evan Mantler, Opinions Contributor February 2, 2021

A bill proposing an amendment to the Iowa Constitution has one major problem: strict scrutiny. Senate Joint Resolution 7 — which passed the Legislature on Jan. 28 and is set to appear on ballots...

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Ben Palya, Sports Reporter February 2, 2021

It seems as if Michigan's Naz Hillmon is getting the most attention for Big Ten Player of the Year, and that is somewhat understandable. She leads the conference in scoring and rebounding and has taken...