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The Daily Iowan

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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A hallway is seen in the Mayflower residence hall in Iowa City on Tuesday, Sept. 3, 2024. Since the dorm came back into service, it has been undergoing renovations.

Above the Fold | What led the sale of Mayflower going under?

Madeleine Willis, Senior Audio Producer September 8, 2024

As the school year begins, one question remains unanswered for University of Iowa students and their families: What is the status of Mayflower Residence Hall? Above the Fold host, Madeleine Willis...

Iowa State wide receiver Jayden Higgins reacts after scoring a touchdown for Iowa State during a Cy-Hawk football game between No. 21 Iowa and Iowa State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024. Higgins had 68 receiving yards and one touchdown. The Cyclones defeated the Hawkeyes, 20-19.

Iowa football players dissect second-half struggles in loss against Iowa State, admitting pain but taking accountability

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 7, 2024

From a field goal shanked wide left at halftime to a 54-yarder drilled through the uprights with six seconds to go, a lot changed over the final 30 minutes in No. 21 Iowa football’s heartbreaking...

Iowa linebacker Jay Higgins gets tackled by Iowa State linebacker Nick Reinicke following his interception during a Cy-Hawk football game between No. 21 Iowa and Iowa State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024. The Hawkeyes lead the Cyclones, 13-0, after the first half.

No. 21 Iowa football collapses in 20-19 loss to Iowa State

Colin Votzmeyer, Sports Editor September 7, 2024

The No. 21 Iowa football team collapsed in a 20-19 loss to Iowa State in this year’s Iowa Corn Cy-Hawk Series inside Kinnick Stadium on Saturday. After a 20-13 win last season in Ames, the Hawkeyes...

Iowa defensive lineman Yahya Black and linebacker Jay Higgins tackle Iowa State running back Abu Sama during a Cy-Hawk football game between Iowa and Iowa State at Jack Trice Stadium in Ames on Saturday, Sept. 9, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cyclones, 20-13. Sama rushed for 24 yards.

Live updates | No. 21 Iowa football takes on rival Iowa State in Week 2

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 7, 2024

IOWA CITY – The No. 21 Iowa Hawkeyes host rival Iowa State in the 71st annual Cy-Hawk game Saturday afternoon at Kinnick Stadium. Both squads are coming off resounding victories against FCS foes,...

Iowa defensive lineman Jeremiah Pittman pushes Illinois State offensive lineman JJ Guedet during a football game between Iowa and Illinois State at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Aug. 31, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Redbirds 40-0.

Iowa defensive lineman Jeremiah Pittman evolves from leader to learner

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 5, 2024

Watching from the sidelines, James Pittman knew something was up. It was an autumn day in 2016. His eighth-grade son, Jeremiah, was taking a while to emerge from the postgame handshake line. Jeremiah’s...

Kid Captain Atlas Coleman poses for a portrait during Kid’s Day at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 10, 2024. Iowa football players signed autographs for young fans and held an open practice on the Kinnick field.

Atlas Coleman experiences being a Kid Captain for himself

Mia Boulton, Sports Reporter September 5, 2024

When Stacy Coleman told her seven-year-old son Atlas he was selected to the 2024 Kid Captain roster, there was a celebration complete with “pure joy” and a victory dance.   “There’s not...

Attendees cheer during a battle of the bands, hosted by University of Iowa SCOPE productions, at Iowa Memorial Union’s River Amphitheater on Wednesday, Sept. 4, 2024. Local bands included; 28 Days Later, The Bits, One More Hour, and Kobe Williams and the Fantasy.

28 Days Later takes home a broken string and prize at Battle of the Bands 2024

Haya Hussain, Arts Reporter September 5, 2024

On the evening of Wednesday, Sept. 4, echoing into the tree-lined riverside was a sound you would not expect to hear amongst the crickets’ chorus. Rock and indie music, emanated from the IMU river...

Members of the Iowa gymnastics team cheer on JerQuavia Henderson as Henderson competes on floor during a gymnastics meet between No. 18 Iowa and Rutgers at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Saturday, Feb. 18, 2023. Henderson placed first in the event with a score of 9.925. The Hawkeyes defeated the Scarlet Knights 196.200-195.125. Henderson is a three-time first-team All-Big Ten selection.

Iowa fifth-year gymnast JerQuavia Henderson returns to the mat with new program, same vision

Colin Votzmeyer and Chris Meglio September 3, 2024

Fifth-year gymnast JerQuavia Henderson’s journey with Iowa gymnastics has been far from linear — but her long-term goals in the sport remain the same. A torn Achilles. A long path back to recovery....

Portrait of Kelly Ortberg

UI alum looks to give Boeing new direction

Jack Moore, Managing News Editor September 3, 2024

A University of Iowa alum is attempting to redirect the Boeing company after issues with its manufacturing line drove the company to the brink of ruin. The UI graduate, Robert “Kelly” Ortberg,...

Palacer Dignitaries carrying the Benin Bronzes during the restitution ceremony.

The Stanley Museum made history this summer with the restitution of Benin Bronzes

Charlie Hickman, Arts Editor September 3, 2024

On Nov. 28, 2017, French President Emmanuel Macron made strides in the African art restitution movement. Macron spoke at the University of Ouagadougou in West Africa and directly addressed the history...

Iowa football head coach Kirk Ferentz answers questions during a football media day press conference held in Kinnick Stadium on Friday, August 9, 2024.

Iowa football notebook | Kirk Ferentz reflects on watching Hawkeyes from home, lauds Iowa State for its defense

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 3, 2024

Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz started his Saturday morning like most senior citizens. A breakfast of two scrambled eggs followed by spending time with his grandson. Then, the 69-year-old spent the afternoon...

Adam Gregg takes notes during his visit with Rantizo in downtown Iowa City on Feb. 25, 2019.

Lt. Gov. Adam Gregg steps down to focus on family

Roxy Ekberg, Politics Editor September 3, 2024

Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds announced Tuesday that Lt. Gov. Adam Gregg would resign effective immediately. Gregg left the position to pursue a career opportunity that allows him to focus on his family,...