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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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Head Projectionist and Facilities Director Ross Meyer demonstrates how to use an 8mm film editor inside the projection room of the FilmScene theater at The Chauncey on Oct. 9. To preserve film history, Meyer and other projectionists at FilmScene take time to inspect and transport film with caution and care.

Reel change: the importance of understanding cinema

Charlie Hickman and Olin Myhre October 15, 2024

The projector whirs as film stock unspools into chugging machinery and diligent projectionists strain to lug large metal containers across a cluttered room. This is a common scene in FilmScene’s...

Oct 10, 2009; Austin, TX, USA; Colorado Buffaloes tight end Patrick Devenny (33) catches a pass for a touchdown ahead of Texas Longhorns safety Blake Gideon (21) and linebacker Keenan Robinson (1) during the first half at Texas Memorial Stadium.

Former NFL player Patrick Devenny shares experience with eating disorders in sport

Trey Benson, Sports Reporter October 14, 2024

Content Warning: This article discusses eating disorders and associated behaviors. Former Colorado football player and Seattle Seahawk Patrick Devenny spoke to students and staff in the Tippie College...

Attendees interact with a volunteer at the Indigenous Peoples Day Celebration at the Terry Trueblood Recreation Area in Iowa City on Oct. 14. The Great Plains Action Society booth had free artwork and stickers.

UI student group hosts celebration for Indigenous People’s Day

Emma Jane, News Reporter October 14, 2024

Iowa City residents gathered at Terry Trueblood Recreation Area Monday afternoon to celebrate Indigenous Peoples’ Day with a series of events honoring Native American presence, history, and culture. This...

Senior, Vipasha Mehra, after closing her singles match with a win at a tennis meet at the Hawkeye Tennis and Recreational Complex in Iowa City on Sunday, April 14, 2024. The Hawkeyes swept Penn State, 4-0.

Iowa tennis notebook | Hawkeyes compete at ITA Regional Championships

Zoe Smith, News Reporter October 14, 2024

The entire roster of the Iowa tennis team competed this last week in the Intercollegiate Tennis Association’s Regional Championships. The tournament was held Oct. 9-14 in Memphis, Tennessee, at the Leftwich...

Iowa midfielder Sabrina McGroarty (1) runs with the ball during a field hockey game between No. 12 Iowa and Indiana at Grant Field in Iowa City on Friday, Oct. 11, 2024. The Hoosiers defeated the Hawkeyes 2-1 in double overtime.

Three takeaways from Iowa field hockey’s defeats to Indiana and Monmouth

Jake Olson, Sports Reporter October 14, 2024

The Iowa field hockey team dropped a pair of 2-1 overtime losses to Indiana and Monmouth this past weekend at Grant Field in Iowa City.  The Hawkeyes have now dropped three consecutive games and now...

The Iowa women’s volleyball team stands for the national anthem during a volleyball game between No. 25 Washington and Iowa at Xtream Arena in Coralville on Saturday, Oct. 5, 2024. The Huskies defeated the Hawkeyes, 3-0.

Iowa volleyball notebook | Hawkeyes sweep Rutgers, fall to Purdue

Jack Birmingham, Sports Reporter October 13, 2024

The Iowa volleyball team split both of its games over the weekend, sweeping Rutgers on Friday and falling 3-1 to Purdue on Saturday. The split advances the Hawkeyes to 9-9 overall and 3-3 in Big Ten play.  Against...

Iowa defensive back Jermari Harris signals fourth down during a spring practice at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, May 1, 2021.

Iowa cornerback Jermari Harris grabs interceptions and holds onto gratitude

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor October 12, 2024

Jermari Harris had seen the play before, and this time around, the Iowa cornerback knew he could make a statement. Washington had begun its opening drive of the second half with a surge of momentum,...

Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz walks along the sidelines during a football game between Washington and Iowa at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Oct. 12, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Huskies 40-16. (Emma Calabro/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa football head coach Kirk Ferentz hits 200th win at the helm of Hawkeyes

Colin Votzmeyer, Sports Editor October 12, 2024

It didn’t take long for the tears to flow from Iowa football head coach Kirk Ferentz’s eyes after the Hawkeyes’ 40-16 win over Washington on Saturday. That’s because the win marked his 200th...

Holy Cross guard Mary-Elizabeth Donnelly shoots the ball during an NCAA Tournament First Round game between No. 1 Iowa and No. 16 Holy Cross at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Saturday, March 23, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Crusaders, 91-65.

Iowa women’s basketball lands commitment from 2025 four-star center Layla Hays

Jack Birmingham, Sports Reporter October 12, 2024

The Iowa women’s basketball team landed a big commitment on Saturday, as center Layla Hays became the first recruiting commit for new head coach Jan Jensen.  Hays made her announcement via a joint...

Iowa running back Kamari Moulton is tackled by Washington defensive back Ephesians Prysock during a football game between Iowa and Washington at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Oct. 12, 2024.

Iowa football demolishes Washington, 40-16, behind strong running game and timely defense

Brad Schultz, Assistant Sports Editor October 12, 2024

Following a disappointing loss to Ohio State last weekend, the Iowa football team bounced back with a 40-16 victory over Washington in their Big Ten home opener on Saturday in front of a capacity crowd...

Iowa quarterback Cade McNamara walks off the field after fumbling the ball during a football game between No. 3 Ohio State and Iowa at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Saturday, Oct. 4, 2024. Cade McNamara passed for 98 yards and had 14 completions. The Buckeyes defeated the Hawkeyes 35-7.

Live updates | Iowa football returns to Kinnick Stadium, welcomes improving Washington

Colin Votzmeyer, Sports Editor October 12, 2024

IOWA CITY — The Iowa football team is back in action at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, this time hosting an improving Washington offense that is coming off of a win against ranked Michigan. The...

Kid captain Jackson Casteel participates in the Swarm during Kids Day at Kinnick on Aug. 10, 2024. Casteel was diagnosed at six weeks with hondrodysplasia Punctata X-Linked Recessive Type 1.

Iowa football Kid Captain Jackson Casteel brings the party with him

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor October 11, 2024

While Jackson Casteel is non-verbal, the 7-year-old boy still makes his voice heard — and that voice is uniquely his. The boy from Panora, Iowa, has an augmented and alternative communication, or...