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The Daily Iowan

The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

The Daily Iowan

The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

The Daily Iowan

Fabiola Alsina works as the Facility Supervisor at the University of Iowa Campus Recreation and Wellness Center on Wednesday Sept. 16, 2020. Alsina feels safe working her job as she says, "It makes me feel comfortable as an employee and my co-workers around me to ensure that we're in a safe environment to continue to do what we really enjoy."

Opinion | IC on why communication is key in the workplace

Yasmina Sahir, Opinions Columnist February 5, 2023

Many college students know the struggle of juggling work and school responsibilities during the semester.  In Iowa City, I consider myself lucky to have access to many employment opportunities between...

Gov. Kim Reynolds delivers a speech during the 2023 Condition of the State at the Iowa State Capitol in Des Moines on Tuesday, Jan. 10, 2023. At the end of Reynolds’ speech, she thanked supporters. “Thank you for the honor to serve as your governor,” Reynolds said. “God bless you, and God bless the great state of Iowa.”

Editorial | DI Editorial Board on School Choice

DI Editorial Board February 5, 2023

Every child and teenager deserves a quality education.  On Jan. 24, Gov. Kim Reynolds signed the Students First Act into law. Once fully implemented, K-12 students will be eligible to receive $7,600...

Iowa fifth-year senior Samantha Mannix Celebrates during the Hawkeyes match against the Kansas State Wildcats on Feb. 5 at the Hawkeye Tennis and Recreation Complex. The Hawkeyes beat the Wildcats, 41.

Iowa women’s tennis completes weekend sweep of Denver, Kansas State

Matt McGowan, Sports Reporter February 5, 2023

The Iowa women’s tennis team won both of its home-opening matches this weekend, defeating Denver, 5-2, on Feb. 3 and Kansas State, 4-1, on Feb. 5. The Hawkeyes narrowly lost to both teams last season,...

The Iowa City Community School District sign in Iowa City is seen on Tuesday, Sept. 13, 2022.

Student diversity on the rise in Iowa City schools

Virginia Russell and Kate Perez February 5, 2023

Iowa City K-12 public schools reported higher levels of diversity in its student enrollment during the 2021-22 school year but also saw decreases in certain racial groups. The increase follows a trend...

Members of the University of Iowa's gardening club, D.I.R.T., conduct their introductory meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 31, 2023.

UI student gardens to open after years of fundraising

Archie Wagner, News Reporter February 5, 2023

The University of Iowa student organization Determined Growers Incorporating Radical Farming will begin planting its on-campus Edible Gardens this spring. The gardens are being planted after several...

Members of the audience cheer as Pete Buttigeig takes the stage at the Bell Center following the closing of the polls on Monday, February 3, 2020. The Democratic National Committee’s Rules and Bylaws panel voted to strip Iowa of its first-in-the-nation status on Friday.

South Carolina officially replaces Iowa, ending first-in-the-nation status

Emily Delgado, Politics Reporter February 5, 2023

The Democratic National Committee announced Saturday that the newly approved primary calendar removes Iowa’s first-in-the-nation status. The presidential nomination process will now start in South...

Photo illustration by Matt Sindt.

Iowa City residents scammed by UI email offering free baby grand piano

Isabelle Foland, News Reporter February 5, 2023

The false promise of a free grand piano led several Iowa City community members to fall victim to a scam known as phishing. Many UI and Iowa City community members received a scam email from University...

Iowa guard Caitlin Clark rushes past Nebraska guard Sam Haiby during a women’s basketball game between No. 10 Iowa and Nebraska at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Saturday, Jan. 23, 2022. The Hawkeyes defeated the Huskers, 80-76.

Iowa women’s basketball demolishes Penn State, Caitlin Clark grabs ninth career triple-double

Chloe Peterson, Sports Editor February 5, 2023

Iowa women’s basketball junior guard Caitlin Clark extended her Big Ten-leading career triple-double mark on Sunday. The reigning Big Ten Player of the Year dropped her ninth-career triple-double...

Students dance during the University of Iowa’s 29th Dance Marathon at the Iowa Memorial Union in Iowa City on Saturday, Feb. 4, 2023. The event raised about $1.17 million in 24 hours.

Photos: University of Iowa Dance Marathon 29

Jerod Ringwald and Lillie Hawker February 4, 2023

University of Iowa Dance Marathon 29 raised about $1.17 million dollars on Saturday through 24 hours of dancing. Participants started at 7 p.m. on Friday.

Iowa guard Tony Perkins takes a shot during a men’s basketball game between Iowa and Illinois at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Saturday, Feb. 4, 2023. Perkins scored 32 points. The Hawkeyes defeated the Illini, 81-79.

Iowa men’s basketball guard Tony Perkins notches career-high 32 points in win over Illinois

Colin Votzmeyer, Sports Reporter February 4, 2023

Iowa men’s basketball guard Tony Perkins scored a career-high 32 points in an 81-79 win over Illinois Saturday at Carver-Hawkeye Arena.  The Indianapolis, Indiana, native’s performance bested...

Iowa guards Payton Sandfort and Josh Dix celebrate after a men’s basketball game between Iowa and Illinois at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Saturday, Feb. 4, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Illini, 81-79.

Iowa men’s basketball outlasts Illinois

Chris Werner, Assistant Sports Editor February 4, 2023

The Iowa men’s basketball team defeated Illinois, 81-79, Saturday afternoon at Carver-Hawkeye Arena.  After a back-and-forth first half that featured six lead changes, Iowa trailed, 36-35. Out...

Iowa guards Ahron Ulis and Tony Perkins hug during a men’s basketball game between Iowa and Illinois at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Saturday, Feb. 4, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Illini, 81-79.

Photos: Iowa men’s basketball vs. Illinois

Jerod Ringwald, Creative Director February 4, 2023

Iowa men's basketball defeated Illinois at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Saturday, 81-79. The Hawkeyes were led by Tony Perkins' 32 points. Before the game, Illinois' student section, Orange Krush, tweeted...