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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

Models walk for the Unique 3 Alley Fashion show behind the Englert Theater during the Witching Hour Festival on Friday, October 12, 2018. The local brand Born Leaders United, created by Andre Wright, debuted their new streetwear line "Unseen"

In or out? Examining Iowa City’s recent fashion history

Josie Fischels, Managing Editor October 5, 2021

One might spare a quizzical glance upon learning that one of the top public fashion schools in the nation is in Iowa. Iowa State University, historically the University of Iowa’s arch-nemesis...

Hancher Auditorium is seen in Iowa City on Sunday, September 20th, 2020.

Board of Regents mask ruling puts Hancher at odds with Actors’ Equity safety protocols

Jenna Post, Arts Editor October 5, 2021

Hancher Auditorium canceled one of its performances last week, as the theater — under University of Iowa COVID-19 guidelines — was unable to meet the Actors' Equity Association's mask requirement...

Musician Daniel Gaglione asks for adjustments in his in-ear levels during the recording for the album "Esteban" on June 19, 2021.

Esteban and the Children of the Sun brought lively music, spoken word, and history to The Englert Theatre

Delaney Orewiler, Arts Reporter October 4, 2021

History is often seen through a very specific lens — that of the privileged. Stories are often altered to fit the narrative of those in power, or tales are lost to the unforgiving hand of time. In...

Artists Cheryl Jacobsen, Kathy Edwards Hayslett and Sue Hettmansperger (L-R) pose for a portrait in Iowa City on Friday, Oct. 1, 2021. Their Synergy exhibition will be on display at the ICON Gallery in Fairfield, Iowa Oct. 1 through Nov. 27.

Iowa City women with a synergistic ambition

Olivia Augustine, Arts Reporter October 4, 2021

The Synergy Exhibition opened at the ICON Gallery in Fairfield, Iowa, waiting a year to be displayed. The exhibition, created by three University of Iowa-employed women, features works that incorporate...

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Ask the Author: Gretchen Rubin

Anaka Sanders, Arts Reporter October 3, 2021

Gretchen Rubin is the author of five bestselling books, including The Happiness Project. The Happiness Project was published on December 29, 2009. On Sept. 29, Rubin gave a lecture to University of...

A shelf of board games is shown from the inside of the board cafe, Fortuna in Iowa City on Sept. 29, 2021.

New board game cafe to open in Ped Mall

Parker Jones, Arts Reporter September 30, 2021

Michigan native Justin Ford grew up playing board games with his family. Whether it was Monopoly, Connect 4, Clue, or any others, Ford has always had a love for competitive tabletop games, and still...

Photo Illustration by Tate Hildyard for the Daily Iowan.

FilmScene undergoes transformation and reopens in the Ped Mall

Anaka Sanders, Arts Reporter September 30, 2021

The pandemic shut down FilmScene 18 months ago, along with many other theaters. This pause was a chance for the theater to renovate and make its Pedestrian Mall location a space moviegoers are excited...

Review | Star Wars: Visions

Review | Star Wars: Visions

Parker Jones, Arts Reporter September 29, 2021

Over 40 years after the first film opened in theaters, the Star Wars franchise has entered the world of anime. On Sept. 22, Star Wars: Visions premiered on Disney+, and with it, a new addition...

An exhibit in Voxman Music Building is put in place to celebrate over 140 years of University of Iowa Marching Band on Tuesday, Sept. 14, 2021. The exhibit contains materials that are historic to the Iowa Marching Band and can be seen on the first and second floor of the building.

Hawkeye Marching Band celebrates 141 years with BAND 141 exhibit

Anaka Sanders, Arts Reporter September 29, 2021

The Hawkeye Marching Band is steeped in tradition, and the band’s director Eric Bush said traditions started over a century ago are still carried on by students now. From learning cadences at camp...

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UI student literary magazine Snapshots: stories for children

Olivia Augustine, Arts Reporter September 28, 2021

A conversation at Freddy’s between three University of Iowa freshmen prompted the creation of an Iowa City children-focused literary magazine. Josephine Geiger-Lee and Noelle Franzone met on a...

Jared "Bobi" Knox shoots a picture near the railroad tracks of Iowa City on Saturday, Sept. 27, 2021.

Student Spotlight: Senior Jared “Bobi” Knox related his photography to other artistic avenues

Olivia Augustine, Arts Reporter September 28, 2021

For most, photographs are a casual part of everyday life, but University of Iowa senior Jared "Bobi" Knox knows how a passion for photography can turn that into something truly special. Knox said...

Contributed photo of Ash Davidson.

Ask the Author — Ash Davidson

Anaka Sanders, Arts Reporter September 27, 2021

Former Iowa Writers’ Workshop student Ash Davidson debuted her first novel *Damnation Spring*, in August. The book is about a couple raising their young son in 1977 California. The family has centered...