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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 Hawk Shop bags sit on the counter of the store in the Iowa Memorial Union on Tuesday Feb. 28, 2017. The Hawk Shop wants to reusable bags in the store.

University of Iowa to explore private partnership to manage Iowa Hawk Shop

Caitlin Crome, News Reporter October 5, 2020

The University of Iowa of Iowa is exploring a potential partnership with a private company to manage its Iowa Hawk Shop and University Bookstore – a move many other Big 10 universities have taken ...

University of Iowa President Bruce Harreld talks with members of the Daily Iowan during an interview at the Adler Journalism Building on Thursday, Feb. 13, 2019. President Harreld has been the president at the university since November 2, 2015.

Shared governance groups on campus prepare for search for next UI president

Eleanor Hildebrandt and Sabine Martin October 4, 2020

As the University of Iowa prepares for a new university president search, representatives of students and faculty are prepared to fight for their voices to be at the table. The 21st President of...

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

Searches for academic administrators to ‘keep moving’ as UI begins search for new president

Mary Hartel, News Reporter October 1, 2020

Nearly five years after becoming the 21st President of the University of Iowa, Bruce Harreld announced a new search will begin for his replacement––adding to a handful of administrative positions...

President Bruce Harreld speaks during a virtual interview with The Daily Iowan on Sept. 29, 2020.

Q&A: UI President talks retirement plan, decision to reopen campus, and the spring semester

DI staff October 1, 2020

President J. Bruce Harreld: A few years ago, I extended my contract and I have been worried, as some of you may have heard me talk about, that we don't do succession planning very well at the university....

University of Iowa President Bruce Harreld speaks during a virtual interview with Daily Iowan staff members on Tuesday, September 29, 2020.

Harreld says University of Iowa should not bank on a vaccine for next semester, expects to remain mostly online

Sabine Martin, News Reporter September 29, 2020

As students adjust to the COVID-19 afflicted fall semester at the University of Iowa, UI president Bruce Harreld said the spring semester will likely look very similar to the fall. Harreld said...

Photo Illustration by Katie Goodale

Health care professionals recommend flu vaccinations during the coronavirus pandemic

Lillian Poulsen, News Reporter September 28, 2020

Health-care professionals are urging people to get their flu vaccines as soon as possible in preparation for the flu season, with added concern stemming from ongoing pandemic. With the prevalence...

Illustration by Maxwell Johnson

Iowa candidates in competitive seats navigate campaigning during COVID-19

Julia Shanahan, Politics Editor September 27, 2020

Republican and Democratic candidates for the U.S. House and Senate in Iowa are navigating a new culture of campaigning in contentious races many election experts consider to be toss ups. These candidates,...

The Hawk the Vote website is seen on Monday, Sept. 14, 2020.

University of Iowa, local civic engagement orgs to host a virtual voter-engagement summit

Natalie Dunlap, News Reporter September 24, 2020

The University of Iowa is virtually hosting the 2020 Iowa Voter Summit on Friday in collaboration with the ALL IN Campus Democracy Challenge, Iowa Campus Compact and the Students Learn Student Vote...

University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics are seen on Tuesday, June 23, 2020.

University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics seeing sicker patients

Sabine Martin, News Reporter September 23, 2020

COVID-19 patients from across the state continue to be transferred to University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, returning the hospital's transfer numbers to pre-pandemic levels, but those patients...

A memorial for Ruth Bader Ginsburg is seen outside the University of Iowa's College of Law building on Monday, Sept. 21, 2020. Ginsburg passed away Friday, Sept. 18, 2020.

Women of the UI law school mourn RBG, reflect on gender identity

Julia Shanahan, Politics Editor September 22, 2020

University of Iowa law student Kayla Boyd said the passing of U.S. Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg means the passing of a strong, powerful female attorney and judge, and one of the few women...

Iowa City Transit bus as seen on Sept. 21.

Transportation committee advocates for longer bus hours, universal bus passes

Brian Grace, News Reporter September 21, 2020

The Johnson County Community Transportation Committee is recommending longer bus hours, universal passes, and service on Sundays to better serve low-income residents. The committee sent their suggestions...

Iowa head coach Kirk Ferenzt and members of the Iowa football team walk onto the field before a football game between Iowa and Minnesota at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, November 16, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Gophers, 23-19.

Hawkeye football season this fall will be anything but normal

Robert Read, Pregame Editor September 20, 2020

The Iowa football team will take the field this fall, but the season will be anything but normal. Players may opt not to play, the regular season will extend into December, there will be daily COVID-19...