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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

The United States Supreme Court Building is seen on Sunday, April 3, 2022.

Iowa City LGBTQ+ activists look forward to new Title IX rule taking effect

Liam Halawith, News Reporter July 28, 2022

University of Iowa LGBTQ+ students and advocacy groups are excited for the future of LGBTQ+ rights in public education. New Title IX protections were released on June 23, expanding rights for LGBTQ+...

Iowa wide receiver Tyrone Tracy Jr. catches a pass during a football game between Iowa and Maryland at Maryland Stadium on Friday, Oct. 1, 2021. The Hawkeyes defeated the Terrapins 51-14. (Jerod Ringwald/The Daily Iowan)

Transfer wide receivers Charlie Jones, Tyrone Tracy to fill holes in Purdue offense in 2022

Austin Hanson, Pregame Editor July 27, 2022

INDIANAPOLIS — Purdue football’s receiving corps is going to look a lot different in 2022 than it did in 2021. The Boilermakers lost their top two receiving options during the offseason. David Bell...

The Old Capitol Building is seen in Iowa City, Iowa on April 14, 2022.

Iowa Board of Regents raises tuition

Meg Doster, News Editor July 27, 2022

The Iowa Board of Regents unanimously approved raising tuition at a meeting on Wednesday for undergraduates at the University of Iowa, Iowa State University, and the University of Northern Iowa. This...

At the end of Kara’s long days, her children erupt with excitement and happiness when she walks through the door to their home that neighbors the family farm. “It’s an explosion of emotions,” Dustin said.

Rural family deepens connection through business on farm

Grace Smith, Managing Editor July 26, 2022

The aroma of burgers fresh off the grill fills the air while three giggly children race to the wooden picnic table near a flower garden. The recurring sound of barking dogs echoes through the family...

Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz speaks at the main podium during day one of Big Ten Media Days at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Ind., on Tuesday, July 26, 2022. The event marked the 50th annual Big Ten Media Days.

Iowa football head coach Kirk Ferentz weighs in on name, image, and likeness, NCAA transfer rules

Austin Hanson, Pregame Editor July 26, 2022

INDIANAPOLIS — As the longest-tenured head coach in the Power Five, Kirk Ferentz is often referred to as “the dean of college football.” And the now-24-year head coach of Iowa is concerned with...

Big Ten commissioner Kevin Warren speaks during day one of Big Ten Media Days at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Ind., on Tuesday, July 26, 2022. The event marked the 50th annual Big Ten Media Days.

Big Ten Commissioner Kevin Warren talks conference realignment, College Football Playoff expansion

Austin Hanson, Pregame Editor July 26, 2022

INDIANAPOLIS — Big Ten Conference Commissioner Kevin Warren made one thing clear during a 43-minute press conference Tuesday morning at Lucas Oil Stadium: he values adaptability. At his league’s...

Driver Pato O’Ward (5) climbs the fence after the NTT IndyCar Series Hy-Vee Salute to Farmers 300 presented by Google at Iowa Speedway in Newton, Iowa on Sunday, July 24, 2022. O’Ward finished the race in first place.

O’Ward grabs second win of the season as Newgarden crashes out of sweep

Chris Werner, Summer Sports Editor July 24, 2022

Through 234 laps of Sunday’s Hy-Vee Salute to Farmers 300 at Iowa Speedway in Newton, Iowa, Josef Newgarden was in prime position to take his second IndyCar victory in as many days. Then things went...

Chief Race Tire Engineer for Bridestone and Firestone Racing Cara Adams poses for a portrait before the Hy-Vee IndyCar Race Weekend Practice at Iowa Speedway in Newton, Iowa on Friday, July 22, 2022. (Ayrton Breckenridge/The Daily Iowan)

Firestone’s chief race engineer discusses IndyCar tires and the Iowa Speedway

Sam Knupp, Managing Editor July 24, 2022

Inside the Firestone hauler at the Iowa Speedway sat Cara Adams, the chief race tire engineer for Bridgestone and Firestone Racing. As the chief race tire engineer, it’s Adams’ job to design...

Roger Penske, owner of Team Penske, takes a picture of his driver, Josef Newgarden (2), after the NTT IndyCar Series HyVeeDeals.com 250 presented by DoorDash at Iowa Speedway in Newton, Iowa on Saturday, July 23, 2022. Newgarden finished first and his teammate Will Power (12), finished third.

Josef Newgarden takes first leg of Hy-Vee IndyCar Race Weekend

Chris Werner, Summer Sports Editor July 23, 2022

Josef Newgarden led 208 of the 250 laps on Saturday afternoon at Iowa Speedway and took the title at the Hy-VeeDeals.com 250. The win marked Newgarden's fourth of the season and fourth career victory...

Driver Marcus Ericsson (8) practices during the Hy-Vee IndyCar Race Weekend at Iowa Speedway in Newton, Iowa on Friday, July 22, 2022. Ericsson finished practice sixth with a time of 18.7313.

IndyCar drivers happy to be back at Iowa

Sam Knupp, Managing Editor July 23, 2022

After the Iowa Speedway was left off the schedule for the 2021 season, drivers are happy to be back in Newton. The Hy-Vee IndyCar Race Weekend at Iowa Speedway commenced on Friday with both IndyCar...

Iowa guard Dasonte Bowen dribbles down the court during an Iowa men’s basketball practice at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Tuesday, July 19, 2022. Bowen shot 52.7 percent from the field, 47.4 percent from the 3-point line, and 90 percent from the foul line the summer of 2021 playing for the Nike Elite Youth Basketball League.

Iowa men’s basketball freshmen Josh Dix, Dasonte Bowen detail progression

Isaac Goffin, Sports Reporter July 21, 2022

Iowa men’s basketball freshmen guards Josh Dix and Dasonte Bowen are progressing ahead of their first seasons. Dix, who’s from Council Bluffs, broke his right leg’s tibia and fibula while...

The University of Iowa Health Care building is seen on Wednesday, Feb. 3, 2021.

Novavax COVID-19 vaccine approved by FDA and CDC, with UI Health Care’s help

Meg Doster, News Editor July 20, 2022

The FDA and CDC have authorized a fourth COVID-19 vaccine, created by Novavax Inc., for people 18 and older. The new vaccine has comparable efficacy to the previous vaccines that were approved by the FDA...