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Contributed photo of Daniel Clay, dean of the University of Iowa College of Education.
A group of protesters gather outside of the Johnson County Courthouse to advocate for Iowa City resident, Naa Adjeiwa Tackie on Monday, April 19, 2021.
A sign for the Iowa City Community School District is seen outside the district
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'You have a place': Latinx and Native American students celebrate 50 years of the Latino Native American Cultural Center
April 20, 2021; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Crowds celebrate in the streets outside of the Hennepin Government Center as Derek Chauvin was found guilty of second-degree murder, third-degree murder and second-degree manslaughter in the death of George Floyd. Floyd died on May 25, 2020 while in police custody. A video showing Derek Chauvin kneeling on George Floyd
Local leaders urge continued action after guilty verdict in Chauvin trial
Georgia State University Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs Wendy Hensel speaks during the third UI Presidential Forum in the Levitt Center for University Advancement, Monday, April 19, 2021, in Iowa City, Iowa. Hensel is the third of four candidates vying for the UI presidential position.
Third UI presidential forum: Georgia State Provost Wendy Hensel advocates for student success, hiring diverse UI administrators
Photo of UI junior Elizabeth Wagner. Contributed.
Remote internships: part of the new normal
UI presidential search: Georgia State University Provost Wendy Hensel named finalist
UI presidential search: Georgia State University Provost Wendy Hensel named finalist
Spray painted stars are seen at the Chauncey Swan Park on Sunday, April 18, 2021.
FilmScene to host outdoor cinema series in Chauncey Swan Park
Americorps Member and Cashier Megan Hill stands in front of Iowa City Hall on April 14 2021.
Iowa City Earth Fest expands after moving online
Raneem Hamad (left) and Ala Mohamed (right) speak to the press before the Peoples Truth and Reckoning Commission meeting at the Chauncey Swan Park in Iowa City on Thursday, April 15, 2021. (Grace Smith/The Daily Iowan)
‘For the people, by the people’: Iowa Freedom Riders, local community supporters kickoff Peoples Truth & Reckoning Commission
Community members speak during the Trans Day of Visibility rally at the Pentacrest on Wednesday, March 31, 2021. The event was put on by the LGBTQ Iowa Archives and Library, and featured chalking and speeches by members of the community.
‘Trans rights are human rights’: Students, community members gather to celebrate Transgender Day of Visibility
Area drag queens interact with parade attendees at Iowa City Pride on Saturday, June 15, 2019.
Iowa City Pride postponed until October
Iowa City’s mayor Bruce Teague holds the online Iowa City City Council Meeting, broadcasted live on Youtube, on Tuesday, February 16, 2021. The meeting covered many topics, ranging from transit updates to police budgeting.
Iowa City Ad Hoc Truth and Reconciliation Commission reinstated
Iowa City’s mayor Bruce Teague holds the online Iowa City City Council Meeting, broadcasted live on Youtube, on Tuesday, February 16, 2021. The meeting covered many topics, ranging from transit updates to police budgeting.
Truth and Reconciliation commission to resume after joint meeting with City Council
City Manager Geoff Fruin speaks at a City Council meeting over Zoom on Tuesday, April 7, 2020. Fruin spoke about the proposed plan to build solar panels in Waterworks Prairie Park and the COVID-19 employee pay plan. (Hayden Froehlich/The Daily Iowan.)
City staff removes Market, Jefferson streets one-way to two-way conversion through Capital Improvement Program
The Iowa City City Council is seen at an Iowa City City Council meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2020. (Nichole Harris/The Daily Iowan
City Attorney Eleanor Dilkes to retire, interim attorney appointed until new hire
Megan Alter poses for a portrait on Friday, April 2, 2021 in front of the Broadway mural in Peppermint Plaza. She announced her second run for Iowa City City Council with a small outdoor gathering.
“I need to roll up my sleeves and become part of the solution:” Megan Alter announces second bid for City Council
University of Iowa Presidential Candidate Barbara Wilson addresses the audience during the second UI Presidential Forum in the Levitt Center for University Advancement on Thursday, April 15, 2021. Wilson is currently the executive vice president and vice president for Academic Affairs for the University of Illinois System.
Second UI presidential forum: University of Illinois System Executive Vice President Barbara Wilson emphasizes student voices, diverse team building
The Old Capitol is seen on Thursday, March 12, 2020.
‘I hear you, and I know this fear is real’: DEI leader points to resources on campus after Daunte Wright's killing in Brooklyn Center
Alejandro Comellas is seen giving a UIHC presentation during the Iowa Board of Regents meeting on Wednesday, April 14, 2021. (Brianna Brown/The Daily Iowan)
University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics reports near-record patient volumes
Catlett Residence Hall is seen on Wednesday, March 6, 2019.
University of Iowa residence hall rates to rise slightly
Elizabeth Bergman is seen discussing refunding bonds during the Iowa Board of Regents meeting on Wednesday, April 14, 2021.
Regents approve three University of Iowa refunding bonds, saving millions
Iowa City’s mayor Bruce Teague holds the online Iowa City City Council Meeting, broadcasted live on Youtube, on Tuesday, February 16, 2021. The meeting covered many topics, ranging from transit updates to police budgeting.
Iowa City Ad Hoc Truth and Reconciliation Commission reinstated
Iowa City’s mayor Bruce Teague holds the online Iowa City City Council Meeting, broadcasted live on Youtube, on Tuesday, February 16, 2021. The meeting covered many topics, ranging from transit updates to police budgeting.
Truth and Reconciliation commission to resume after joint meeting with City Council
City Manager Geoff Fruin speaks at a City Council meeting over Zoom on Tuesday, April 7, 2020. Fruin spoke about the proposed plan to build solar panels in Waterworks Prairie Park and the COVID-19 employee pay plan. (Hayden Froehlich/The Daily Iowan.)
City staff removes Market, Jefferson streets one-way to two-way conversion through Capital Improvement Program
The Iowa City City Council is seen at an Iowa City City Council meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2020. (Nichole Harris/The Daily Iowan
City Attorney Eleanor Dilkes to retire, interim attorney appointed until new hire
University of Iowa students José Muñiz Jr. and Regan Smock pose for a portrait outside of the Old Capital building on Sunday afternoon. Muñiz and Smock are running for office in the upcoming University Student Government election.
Bridging the disconnect: how Undergraduate Student Government's sole executive ticket is reimagining shared governance, student involvement, and equity at the UI
The Old Capitol building is seen on March, 6, 2021.
UI Strategic Planning Team adds shared governance late into process
The Westlawn student health and wellness building is seen on Wednesday, Apr. 17, 2019.
University of Iowa administrators explore plans to establish a new student Well-Being Center
University of Iowa students José Muñiz Jr. and Regan Smock pose for a portrait outside of the Old Capitol building on Sunday afternoon. Muñiz Jr. and Smock are running for office in the upcoming University Student Government election.
USG elections conclude with record low turnout
University of Iowa Student Government President, Connor Wooff, speaks during an Iowa Board of Regents meeting on Wednesday, April 7. Wooff talked about the challenges students faced during the pandemic. (Ayrton Breckenridge/The Daily Iowan)
2020 brought social justice attention, mental health challenges to Iowa campuses, student leaders say
University of Iowa Student Government office door as seen on Jan. 26.
USG passes legislation establishing a Jewish constituency senator
Alejandro Comellas is seen giving a UIHC presentation during the Iowa Board of Regents meeting on Wednesday, April 14, 2021. (Brianna Brown/The Daily Iowan)
University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics reports near-record patient volumes
Photo Illustration by Katie Goodale
University of Iowa to pause Johnson & Johnson vaccinations amid CDC recommendations
The UIHC is seen on Wednesday, April 7, 2021.
Former UIHC manager sues for gender bias
Illustration by Kate Doolittle
Child Life creates a home within the Stead Family Children’s Hospital
University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics building front.
Health care workers, UIHC set out to improve relationship with conversations facilitated by the Board of Regents
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