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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

Press Box Banter: Catching Indiana Fever with Chloe Peterson

Press Box Banter: Catching Indiana Fever with Chloe Peterson

Natalie Dunlap, Assistant Digital Editor April 19, 2024

Press Box Banter is The Daily Iowan’s weekly sports podcast. On each episode we talk about the latest athletics news, host a special guest, and make predictions for upcoming games. This week’s...

Martha Gordon practices yoga in her studio in Iowa City on Thursday April 11, 2024. Gordon has practiced yoga in Iowa City for over 20 years. (Shaely Odean/The Daily Iowan).

Above the Fold: Finding empowerment and peace through yoga

Natalie Dunlap, Assistant Digital Editor April 17, 2024

Martha Gordon is a 70-year-old yoga instructor in Iowa City. Having been both a student and instructor of yoga, she’s experienced how the physical effort can have spiritual impacts, especially...

Iowa guard Caitlin Clark smiles at guard Kate Martin after a NCAA Championship game between No. 1 Iowa and No. 1 South Carolina at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse in Cleveland, Ohio, on Sunday, April 7, 2024. The Gamecocks defeated the Hawkeyes, 87-75.

Above the Fold: Caitlin Clark says goodbye to Hawkeye basketball

Natalie Dunlap, Assistant Digital Editor April 10, 2024

In her four years in the black and gold, Caitlin Clark became a record shattering athlete, a million-dollar deal making figure, and a household name. She started playing in an empty Carver-Hawkeye...

Iowa Midfielder Harper Dunne looks down field for a teammate during a field hockey game between Iowa and Michigan State at Grant Field on Friday, March 28, 2021. The Hawkeyes defeated the Spartans 2-0.

Press Box Banter: Celebrating women’s athletics with Harper Dunne

Natalie Dunlap, Assistant Digital Editor April 4, 2024

Press Box Banter is The Daily Iowan’s weekly sports podcast. On each episode we talk about the latest athletics news, host a special guest, and make predictions for upcoming games. This week’s...

Jen and Dawn BarbouRoske make dinner at their home in Iowa City on Monday, April 1, 2024. The two were legally married July 12, 2009, after Iowa legalized same-sex marriage. Previously they had a wedding ceremony on Oct. 12, 1990.

Above the Fold: LGBTQ Iowans reflect on 15 years of gay marriage in the state

Natalie Dunlap, Assistant Digital Editor April 2, 2024

On April 3, 2009, Iowa became the third state in the country to legalize same-sex marriage. LGBTQ Iowans discuss the significance of Iowa being among the first to have marriage equality for gay...

Press Box Banter: Dashing down memory lane with Chris Werner

Press Box Banter: Dashing down memory lane with Chris Werner

Natalie Dunlap, Assistant Digital Editor March 31, 2024

Press Box Banter is The Daily Iowan’s weekly sports podcast. On each episode we talk about the latest athletics news, host a special guest, and make predictions for upcoming games. This week’s...

A message of remembrance for Chris Wiersema is seen on the marquee of the Englert Theatre in Iowa City on Thursday, March 21, 2024. Wiersema died in his sleep on March 13.

Above the Fold: Remembering Chris Wiersema

Natalie Dunlap, Assistant Digital Editor March 27, 2024

The Iowa City arts community is reeling from the loss of Chris Wiersema, a fixture of the local music scene, who unexpectedly died in his sleep on March 13. His friends said Wiersema was a down...

Photo Illustration by Shaely Odean

Above the Fold: BookTok creates demand in libraries

Natalie Dunlap, Assistant Digital Editor March 22, 2024

While TikTok has been a cause for increased screen time for many users, one community on the app is devoted to posting all about reading: BookTok. Under the #BookTok hashtag, influencers share...

The Old Capitol Building is seen in Iowa City on  Tuesday April, 25, 2023.

Press Box Banter: The Chicago Blackhawks with Adam Kempenaar

Jami Martin-Trainor, Managing Digital Editor March 22, 2024

Press Box Banter is The Daily Iowan’s weekly sports podcast. Each episode we will talk about local, national, and international sports, host a special guest, and talk predictions for upcoming...

Missouri State’s outside hitter Breanah Rives and middle blocker Neele’ge’ Sims attempt to block the ball from Iowa’s outside hitter Gabby Deery during a volleyball game between Iowa and Missouri State on Saturday, Sept. 9, 2023.

Press Box Banter: Spring break with Gabby Deery

Natalie Dunlap, Assistant Digital Editor March 12, 2024

Iowa volleyball player Gabby Deery shares her student athlete experience, from getting recruited the University of Iowa, to enjoying meals at local restaurants on the black card, to being versatile...

A church leader speaks during a service at Sanctuary Community Center, a church in Coralville, on Sunday, March 3, 2024. Adey and Tom Wassink are pastors who advocate for women’s rights and LGBTQ+ rights within their organization.

Above the Fold: Creating an affirming church environment for LGBTQ+ members

Natalie Dunlap, Assistant Digital Editor March 6, 2024

Several churches in the Iowa City area have made a conscious effort to not only welcome LGBTQ+ people in their congregations, but to actively affirm their identity and show them allyship. Hear...

Middle hitter Rosa Vesty seen serving the ball during a volleyball match between Iowa and Grand Canyon University at Xtream Arena in Coralville on September 10, 2023. The Antleopes defeated the Hawkeyes 3-0.

Press Box Banter: Iowa volleyball with Rosa Vesty

Jami Martin-Trainor, Managing Digital Editor March 1, 2024

Press Box Banter is The Daily Iowan’s weekly sports podcast. Each episode we will talk about local, national, and international sports, host a special guest, and talk predictions for upcoming...

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