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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

Ohio State head coach Ryan Day speaks with reporters during day two of Big Ten Media Days at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana, on Friday, July 23.

Big Ten football notebook | Day updates status of Pope, Stroud

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor September 28, 2021

Ohio State quarterback Kyle McCord was named freshman of the week by the Big Ten Conference Monday. The 6-foot-3, 210-pound Philadelphian completed 13 of his 18 pass attempts for 318 yards, two...

The Henry B. Tippie College of Business is seen on Sunday, Sept. 26, 2021.

UI students excel in virtual study abroad programs

Ryan Hansen, News Reporter September 27, 2021

One University of Iowa student has found interest in traveling and studying abroad because of a virtual course she took over the summer, as the study abroad options slowly return in person. Shelby...

MacLean Hall is seen at the University of Iowa on Thursday, Sept. 23, 2021.

MacLean Hall sees first major renovation in over a century

Emily Delgado, News Reporter September 27, 2021

MacLean Hall will receive a major modernization after more than a century to correct fire safety, power wiring, improve accessibility, and provide classroom upgrades to fit campus and industry standards.  The...

Iowa linebacker Jack Campbell recovers a fumble lost by Colorado State running back AJon Vivens during a football game between Iowa and Colorado State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021. The Iowa defense has forced a turnover in every game through four meetings. The Hawkeyes defeated the Rams 24-14.

Iowa linebacker Jack Campbell named Big Ten Defensive Player of the Week

Robert Read, Pregame Editor September 27, 2021

Iowa junior linebacker Jack Campbell was named Big Ten Defensive Player of the Week on Monday after recording a career-high 18 tackles in the No. 5 Hawkeyes' 24-14 win over Colorado State. Campbell...

The Old Capitol building is seen on March, 6, 2021.

AAUP, COGS question legal standing of prohibition on instructors requiring masks in class

Caleb McCullough, Executive Editor September 26, 2021

Two organizations representing University of Iowa instructors sent an email to UI President Barbara Wilson and other administration Sunday evening accusing the UI of being in violation of Iowa law...

Photo Illustration by Dimia Burrell.

Market2Go returns with eco-friendly options

Christine Valora, News Reporter September 26, 2021

University of Iowa’s Housing and Dining program — Market2Go — launched as a campus solution to students’ inability to eat in the dining halls because of COVID-19, and has returned for this...

A concession stand attendant serves an alcoholic beverage during a football game between No. 18 Iowa and No. 17 Indiana at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 4, 2021. The Hawkeyes defeated the Hoosiers 34-6. This is the first season Kinnick Stadium has sold alcohol.

University of Iowa Dance Marathon tackles can-collecting at Kinnick

Marandah Mangra-Dutcher, News Reporter September 26, 2021

In heaven there is no beer — but there are plenty of beer cans littered among the stands of Kinnick Stadium after a game. University of Iowa Dance Marathon is collecting cans at tailgates and...

Molly Hall-Martin. Contributed.

UI student to represent Indigenous, first-generation populations on national committee

Ryan Hansen, News Reporter September 26, 2021

A University of Iowa doctoral candidate will serve as the only student on the National Advisory Committee on Institutional Quality and Integrity under the U.S. Department of Education. Molly Hall-Martin,...

A COVID-19 safety sign hangs on the door of the Adler Journalism Building in Iowa City on Thursday, Sept. 23, 2021.

COVID-19 cases higher in Johnson County than a year ago

Emily Delgado and Cooper Worth September 26, 2021

Johnson County has seen an average of 400 positive COVID-19 cases every week in the last few weeks. Since the beginning of September, the state has reported an average of 50 to 60 new cases of COVID-19...

Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz talks with an official during a football game between Iowa and Colorado State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021. The Hawkeyes defeated the Rams 24-14.

Iowa remains No. 5 in Week 5 AP poll, Penn State now top-ranked Big Ten team

Robert Read, Pregame Editor September 26, 2021

The Iowa football team is ranked No. 5 in the Associated Press' poll for the third week in a row. But unlike the last two weeks, the Hawkeyes are no longer the highest-ranked team in the Big Ten....

Illinois outside hitter Raina Terry spikes the ball as Iowa middle blocker Amiya Jones and setter Jenna Splitt attempt to block it during a volleyball game between Iowa and Illinois at Xtreme Arena in Coralville, Iowa, on Wednesday, Sept. 22, 2021. The Fighting Illini defeated the Hawkeyes with a score of 3-2.

Iowa volleyball swept by No. 12 Nebraska

Dawson Moore, Sports Reporter September 26, 2021

Iowa volleyball dropped its fourth consecutive match Saturday afternoon, as No. 12 Nebraska swept the Hawkeyes. The Nebraska offense proved to be too tough for Iowa, as junior outside hitter Madi...

Iowa tight end Sam LaPorta jogs into the end zone after a touchdown reception during a football game between Iowa and Colorado State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021. Iowa targeted LaPorta six times for four catches, 45 yards and a score. The Hawkeyes defeated the Rams 24-14.

Iowa passing game produces explosive plays in win over Colorado State

Robert Read, Pregame Editor September 25, 2021

Iowa tight end Sam LaPorta was only thinking one thing when he was uncovered over the middle of the field near the end zone and the ball was heading his direction. “Don’t drop it,” LaPorta...

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