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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

Schaeffer Hall as seen on Oct. 9, 2018.

15 faculty members laid off within College of Liberal Arts and Sciences amid budget cuts

Josie Fischels, Summer Editor June 20, 2020

The University of Iowa’s largest college will lay off 15 instructional-track faculty as it enters the first phase of a three-tiered plan to make up to $25 million in budget cuts due to revenue loss...

Gov. Kim Reynolds speaks during the Condition of the State address at the Iowa State Capitol on Jan. 14.

Gov. Kim Reynolds creates Economic Recovery Advisory Board

Caleb McCullough, Summer Editor June 18, 2020

Gov. Kim Reynolds will create an Economic Recovery Advisory Board to guide Iowa’s recovery as the state navigates the process of reopening after months of economic losses because of the coronavirus...

The Old Capitol is seen on April 13, 2020.

UI to move instruction online after Thanksgiving break, classes over 50 will be virtual in the fall

Rylee Wilson, News Editor June 17, 2020

Classes at the University of Iowa will move to an entirely virtual format after Thanksgiving break in fall 2020, and classes with over 50 students will be conducted online for the semester as part...

Carver Hawkeye Arena is seen during a Women’s basketball game between Iowa and North Alabama on Thursday, Nov. 14, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Lions, 86-81.

Iowa Athletics Department reports two more positive COVID-19 tests

Robert Read, Sports Editor June 15, 2020

The Iowa Athletics Department announced Monday that it had conducted 109 COVID-19 tests for the week of June 8-14 and received two positive tests. As part of the return to campus protocol, testing...

A crowd gathers on the Pentacrest to listen to speeches from organizers and elected officials from the city, county, and state levels prior to a march to support the Black Lives Matter movement and protest police brutality on Saturday, June 6 in Iowa City.

University of Iowa global-health experts offer protesters preventative tactics against COVID-19

Ning Guo, News Reporter June 14, 2020

As Iowa City protesters continue to gather and march in large crowds, University of Iowa experts say that maintaining the recommended six-foot distance between individuals to prevent the spread of...

City Park Pool 200 Park Rd.As seen on Monday June 8,2020 .

Iowa City pool closures lead to increased visitation at Lake Macbride and other alternative swimming sites

Cole Krutzfield, News Reporter June 10, 2020

Local state parks and lakes are seeing an increase in visitors as pools remain closed in an effort to prevent further spread of the novel coronavirus. Along with other cities in the state such as...

Gov. Kim Reynolds speaks during the Condition of the State address at the Iowa State Capitol on Tuesday, January 14, 2020.

Reynolds to lift 50-percent capacity restrictions on businesses

Rylee Wilson, News Editor June 10, 2020

Gov. Kim Reynolds announced the 50-percent capacity limit on businesses will be lifted statewide on June 12. Businesses such as restaurants, bars, and theaters will still be required to facilitate...

Old Capital as seen on April 13, 2020.

UI may permanently lay off some employees as a result of COVID-19

Rylee Wilson, News Editor June 8, 2020

UI employees may be subject to permanent or temporary layoffs, hiring and salary freezes, or salary reductions as a result of COVID-19-related financial losses. UI president Bruce Harreld said in...

Kinnick Stadium is seen fom the north end zone at Iowa Football Media Day on Friday, August 9, 2019.

UI announces positive COVID-19 test within Athletic Department

Robert Read, Sports Editor June 8, 2020

The University of Iowa Athletics Department announced Monday that it has conducted 237 COVID-19 tests as part of its return to campus protocol. One positive test and 236 negative tests have been received. Testing...

University of Iowa President Bruce Harreld addresses the Board of Regents during a meeting at the Iowa State Alumni Center in Ames, Iowa, on Thursday, June 6, 2019.

Leaders from state universities update regents on COVID-19 impact on students

Kelsey Harrell, Managing Digital Editor June 4, 2020

Leaders from the institutions governed by the state Board of Regents surveyed students to understand how they are adjusting to learning in new environments and what measures can be taken to help them....

Iowa Board of Regents President Michael Richards sits alongside President Pro Tem Patty Cownie during a meeting at the Iowa State Alumni Center in Ames, Iowa, on Thursday, June 6, 2019. The Regents voted in favor of a four percent tuition increase starting in the fall semester of 2019.

Regents approve tuition freeze for fall 2020 semester, student leaders urge for similar action in spring

Kelsey Harrell, Managing Digital Editor June 4, 2020

The state Board of Regents heard from student government leaders at the University of Iowa, Iowa State University, and the University of Northern Iowa about the proposed tuition freeze for the fall...

University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics is seen on Sept. 17, 2018.

Officials from UI Hospitals and Clinics discuss financial impact of COVID-19 for fiscal 2020, 2021 with regents

Katie Ann McCarver, News Editor June 4, 2020

University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics officials discussed a projected $100 million in costs due to COVID-19 in a virtual state Board of Regents meeting Thursday. As the UI healthcare system transitions...