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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

The Daily Iowan

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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...

Nebraska gymnastic James Friedman scissors the pommel horse during a men’s gymnastics meet between Nebraska, Greenville, and Army in Bob Devaney Sports Center in Lincoln, Nebraska on Saturday, Feb.17, 2024. The Nebraska Cornhuskers won the meet with a score of 412.90. Friedman score a 13.200 on the pommel horse. (Carly Schrum/The Daily Iowan)

Above the Fold: Iowa’s former male gymnasts reflect on the end other program

Natalie Dunlap, Assistant Digital Editor February 28, 2024

On August 21, 2020, coaches and student athletes from the University of Iowa men's gymnastics, men’s tennis, and men’s and women’s swimming and diving teams were called into an urgent meeting...

Cedar Rapids Gazette sports writer Marc Morehouse talks with Land of Ten reporter Scott Dochterman before a media availability in the Hansen Football Performance Center on Sunday, Dec. 3, 2017. The Hawkeyes accepted an invitation to play Boston College at the New Era Pinstripe Bowl in New York City on Wednesday, Dec. 27. (Joseph Cress/The Daily Iowan)

Press Box Banter: All things athletics with Scott Dochterman

Natalie Dunlap, Assistant Digital Editor February 23, 2024

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

Iowa guard Caitlin Clark goes up for the record-breaking shot during a women’s basketball game between No. 2 Iowa and Michigan at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Thursday, Feb. 15, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wolverines, 106-89.

Above the Fold: Behind the scenes of Clark’s record breaking shot

Natalie Dunlap, Assistant Digital Editor February 21, 2024

When Caitlin Clark broke the all-time NCAA women’s basketball scoring record in front of a sold out crowd at Carver-Hawkeye arena, it wasn’t just a personal triumph, but a highly anticipated...

Swimmers compete in the 200-yard fly during the final day of the Hawkeye Invitational at the University of Iowa Campus Recreation and Wellness Center on Saturday, Dec. 2, 2023. Iowa competed against Northern Iowa, Iowa State, Coe College, Nebraska, Rutgers, New Mexico State, and Colorado State.

Press Box Banter: Holding our breath with Olivia Swalley

Jami Martin-Trainor, The Daily Iowan February 16, 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...

Magnus Wilson and Amanda Armstrong spend time together at The Green House in Iowa City on Monday, Feb. 12, 2024. Wilson and Amanda met on Tinder in 2021 and plan to get married this summer.

Above the Fold: Love is in the air … and on the apps?

Natalie Dunlap, Assitant Digital Editor February 14, 2024

Many go searching for love on dating apps to varying degrees of success. Young adults in Iowa City share how they’ve utilized dating apps to find romantic partnerships or to start other types...

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Above the Fold: Facebook’s impact on college campuses

Natalie Dunlap, Assistant Digital Editor February 11, 2024

In the year 2024, Facebook has now been a social platform for 20 years. Since it’s inception as a campus based app, it’s gone through many aesthetics, social and political changes. Above...

Iowa’s NCAA No. 1 170-pound Kylie Welker and Iowa’s NCAA No. 4 143-pound Ella Schmit celebrate during the Iowa Duals between NCAA-ranked No. 1 Iowa women’s wrestling, NAIA-ranked No. 1 Life University, and Missouri Valley at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Sunday, Jan. 21, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Big Reds, 42-0, and the Running Eagles, 35-6.

Press Box Banter: Growing the sport with Ella Schmit and Kylie Welker

Natalie Dunlap, Assistant Digital Editor February 9, 2024

Women’s wrestlers Ella Schmit and Kylie Welker talk about their journeys from gymnastics to wrestling, inspiring young girls interested in the sport, and combating bias against women’s wrestling....