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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

Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark (22) smiles in an interview after becoming the first rookie to have a triple-double Saturday, July 6, 2024, during the game at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis.

Caitlin Clark crowned WNBA Rookie of the Year by Associated Press

Jack Birmingham, Sports Reporter September 22, 2024

Iowa alum and basketball sensation Caitlin Clark was named the WNBA’s Rookie of the Year by the Associated Press on Sunday following an astounding first professional season for the Indiana Fever.  The...

Fans high-five players after a football game between Iowa and Minnesota at Huntington Bank Stadium in Minneapolis on Sept. 21. The Hawkeyes defeated the Golden Gophers 31-14, taking back the Floyd of Rosedale Trophy.

Grading Iowa football’s performance in win over Minnesota

Brad Schultz, Assistant Sports Editor September 22, 2024

Rushing offense A+ It's hard to put this performance into words, but this might have been Iowa’s best rushing performance in years. Kaleb Johnson once again stole the show with three touchdowns...

Iowa players celebrate a touchdown by Iowa running back Kaleb Johnson during a football game between Iowa and Minnesota at Huntington Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, MN on Saturday, Sept. 21, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Golden Gophers 31-14, taking back the Floyd of Rosedale Trophy.

Iowa running back Kaleb Johnson puts Hawkeyes on his back, continuing his dominant season

Brad Schultz, Assistant Sports Editor September 22, 2024

MINNEAPOLIS -- Running back Shonn Greene became a household name for the Iowa football team during the 2008 season, racking up 1,850 yards on the ground, earning the Doak Walker Award as best running...

Iowa players celebrate after winning the battle for the Floyd of Rosedale trophy during a football game between Iowa and Minnesota at Huntington Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, MN on Saturday, Sept. 21, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Golden Gophers 31-14.

Iowa football reclaims Floyd of Rosedale Trophy, topping Minnesota, 31-14, on the road

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 21, 2024

MINNEAPOLIS – The Floyd of Rosedale Trophy is back in familiar territory. After a heartbreaking loss last year at Kinnick Stadium, the Iowa football team claimed revenge against rival Minnesota,...

Minnesota running back Darius Taylor carries the ball down the field during a football game between No. 24 Iowa and Minnesota at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Oct. 21, 2023. Taylor totaled 59 yards rushing and 25 yards receiving. The Golden Gophers defeated the Hawkeyes 12-10.

Live updates | Iowa football takes on Minnesota in Week 4

Brad Schultz, Assistant Sports Editor September 21, 2024

MINNEAPOLIS - Following a victory over Troy, the Iowa football team opens up Big Ten play with a road test against the rival Minnesota Golden Gophers, who enter the contest with a 2-1 record. The Gophers...

Iowa defender Fiene ten Seldam fires a pass during a field hockey match between Iowa and Delaware at Grant Field on Sunday, Sept. 15, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Blue Hens, 1-0.

Three takeaways | Iowa field hockey drops Big Ten opener to Northwestern

Jake Olson, Sports Reporter September 20, 2024

The No. 4 Iowa field hockey squad opened up Big Ten play with a 5-0 defeat on the road at No. 1 Northwestern Friday afternoon at Lakeside Field in Evanston, Illinois.  Here are three takeaways from...

Goalkeeper Macy Enneking high fives teammates before a soccer match between the University of Iowa and Baylor University at the Iowa Soccer Complex  in Iowa City on Sept. 8, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Bears 3-0.

No. 18 Iowa women’s soccer ties No. 17 Ohio State in Big Ten showdown

Trey Benson, Sports Reporter September 20, 2024

In a heated Big Ten matchup that featured two top-20 teams, the No. 18 Iowa women’s soccer team drew a 1-1 tie against No. 17 Ohio State on the road.  Iowa entered the contest on an exciting five...

Iowa kid captain Aiden Washbern poses for a portrait with family members during Kid's Day at Kinnick in Iowa City on Aug. 10, 2024.

Eight-year-old Aiden Washburn sees Kid Captain wish come true

Mia Boulton, Sports Reporter September 19, 2024

Through the Make-a-Wish Foundation, 8-year-old Aiden Washburn wished for two things: a trip to Disneyland and to be an Iowa Hawkeye Kid Captain. On Saturday, the latter will be fulfilled. “It...

Iowa cornerback TJ Hall looks to fellow defenders during a football game between Troy and Iowa in Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024.

In a career of ups and downs, Iowa cornerback TJ Hall remains resilient

Brad Schultz, Assistant Sports Editor September 19, 2024

After standout defensive back Cooper DeJean went down with an injury in the first half of Iowa’s 2022 regular-season finale against rival Nebraska, head coach Kirk Ferentz was desperate for options. He...

Iowa Senior Vice President Rod Lenhertz speaks about new projects for the University of Iowa during a board meeting at the Iowa State Alumni Building in Ames on Wednesday, Sept. 18, 2024.

UI approved for College of Liberal Arts and Sciences program changes

Brianna Brands, News Reporter September 19, 2024

AMES, Iowa — The University of Iowa was approved to restructure and terminate multiple programs within the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences at the Iowa Board of Regents meeting on Thursday. Center...

The board of regents talk about future building plans during a board meeting at the Iowa State Alumni Building in Ames on Wednesday, Sept. 18, 2024.

UI seeks approval for construction and renovation of campus facilities

Brianna Brands, News Reporter September 18, 2024

AMES, Iowa — The University of Iowa requested approval from the Iowa Board of Regents on Wednesday to proceed with project planning for two UI medical facilities and the schematic design, project...

Activists speak to a gathered crowd during an event on the Pentacrest protesting the University’s removal of RVAP, the Rape Victim Advocacy Program, on Saturday, April 13, 2024.

The final days of UI’s Rape Victim Advocacy Program

Jack Moore, Managing News Editor September 17, 2024

Editor’s note: This article contains mentions of sexual violence. Starting as a hotline for women in crisis over 50 years ago and evolving into a leading program for sexual assault victims in...