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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

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A double exposure photo shows a member of the media live tweeting during an introductory press conference for Head coach Jan Jensen at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Wednesday  May 15, 2024. The conference marks Jensen’s first as head coach of the Hawkeyes. Jan Jensen and Beth Goetz answered questions from the media about Jensen’s new position as head coach.

Photos: Head coach Jan Jensen introductory press conference

Isabella Tisdale, Photojournalist May 15, 2024

The Iowa Women’s Basketball team hosted an introductory press conference at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Wednesday. The conference marks Jan Jensen’s first as head coach of the Hawkeyes. Jensen answered...

Iowa hires Joe Parker as deputy AD and chief operating officer

Iowa hires Joe Parker as deputy AD and chief operating officer

Brad Schultz, Sports Reporter May 15, 2024

The University of Iowa athletic department named Joe Parker as Deputy Athletic Director for Strategic Initiatives and Chief Operating Officer during an announcement by athletic director Beth Goetz...

Iowa associate head coach Jan Jensen cheers during an exhibition women’s basketball game between Iowa and Clarke University at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Sunday, Oct. 22, 2023. The matchup marks Iowa’s first game in Carver-Hawkeye Arena for the 23-24 season. Iowa shot 51-of-81 in the paint. The Hawkeyes defeated the Pride, 122-49.

Longtime associate head coach Jan Jensen promoted to head coach of Iowa women’s basketball

Brad Schultz, Sports Reporter May 13, 2024

It didn't take long for the Iowa women's basketball team to announce its next head coach. Minutes after longtime head coach Lisa Bluder announced her retirement after 24 seasons, Associate Head...

Iowa head coach Lisa Bluder walks into a press conference during a day of press conferences and open practices ahead of a NCAA Championship game between No. 1 Iowa and No. 1 South Carolina at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse in Cleveland, Ohio, on Saturday, April 6, 2024. The Hawkeyes and the Gamecocks face off at 2:00 p.m. CT.

Iowa women’s basketball head coach Lisa Bluder retires as program’s all-time best

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor May 13, 2024

Iowa women’s basketball head coach Lisa Bluder announced her retirement on Monday, ending her 24 years at the helm in Iowa City, where she won more than 500 games and became the program’s all-time...

Iowa head coach Larissa Libby yells “Go Hawks” as the crowd wishes her a happy birthday during a gymnastics meet between No. 20 Iowa and No. 41 Southern Utah at Xtream Arena in Coralville on Friday, Jan. 26, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Thunderbirds 195.800 to 195.425. (Isabella Tisdale/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa women’s gymnastics head coach Larissa Libby resigns

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor May 13, 2024

This is a developing story. Check back for updates.  Iowa women’s gymnastics head coach Larissa Libby resigned Friday, a little over a month after the University of Iowa launched an investigation...

Iowa head coach Dave Dilanni speaks to the Iowa women’s soccer team during an Iowa Women’s Soccer open practice at the Iowa Soccer Complex on Friday, May 10, 2024. Iowa women’s soccer claimed the Big Ten title last year, the second in program history.

Photos: Iowa Soccer open practice

Isabella Tisdale, Photojournalist May 10, 2024

The University of Iowa Soccer team hosted an open practice at the Iowa Soccer complex on Friday. The team had a historic year last year, becoming the first eight seed team to win the big Ten Tournament....

Northwestern quarterback Brendan Sullivan prepares to throw the ball during the 2023 Wildcats Classic, a football game between Iowa and Northwestern at Wrigley Field in Chicago, on Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023. Sullivan caught 12 completions on 19 attempts. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats, 10-7.

Iowa football lands transfer quarterback Brendan Sullivan

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor May 8, 2024

Northwestern transfer quarterback Brendan Sullivan has committed to Iowa football, he announced Wednesday on social media. He has two years of eligibility remaining. @HawkeyeFootball let’s work...

Iowa guard Caitlin Clark celebrates after the senior recognition during a basketball game with No. 6 Iowa and No. 2 Ohio State inside a sold-out Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, Iowa, on Sunday, March 3, 2024. The Hawkeyes upset the Buckeyes, 93-83, on senior night.

Closing a historic chapter: Iowa women’s basketball says goodbye to senior class

Cooper Worth, Pregame Reporter May 7, 2024

Iowa women's basketball has closed the page on a legendary chapter. After Iowa's 87-75 loss to South Carolina in the national championship earlier this month, the program said goodbye to its five...

Iowa’s Kalen Walker smiles after setting a meet and personal record time of 6.59 in the men’s 60-meter dash during the Jimmy Grant Alumni Invitational at the Hawkeye Indoor Track Facility on Saturday, Dec. 9, 2023. The Hawkeyes hosted Western Illinois and Wisconsin, competing in events including the pentathlon, weight throwing, field events, and various running events at the indoor track.

Sprinter Kalen Walker’s home stretch as a Hawkeye

Mia Boulton, Sports Reporter May 7, 2024

Before walking the University of Iowa graduation stage in May, fourth-year sprinter Kalen Walker took the biggest stage in college track and field: the NCAA Championships. Walker is the second fastest...

Iowa midfielder Josie Durr interacts with teammates before a game between Iowa and Northern Iowa at the UNI soccer field in Cedar Falls on Sept. 11, 2022. The Hawkeyes defeated the Panthers, 6-0. Durr played for 54 minutes.

Iowa women’s soccer’s Josie Durr reflects on personal, program growth

Isaac Elzinga, Sports Reporter May 7, 2024

Midfielder Josie Durr, a key player for the Iowa women’s soccer team for seven seasons, is embarking on a new chapter in her life. Graduating from the university, she is shifting her focus to a career...

Iowa pitcher Brody Brecht and infielder Raider Tello celebrate getting through the eighth inning during a baseball game between Northwestern and Iowa at Duane Banks Field in Iowa City, Iowa. Friday, May 3, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats 9-2.

Three takeaways from Iowa baseball’s series sweep over Northwestern

Brad Schultz, Sports Reporter May 6, 2024

The Iowa baseball team swept the Northwestern Wildcats in a three-game series over the weekend at Duane Banks Field. Games one and three were decided by a single run, but the Hawkeyes prevailed in...

An Iowa eight pulls away from the starting line during the Rowing Exhibition hosted by the Iowa Hawkeyes against the Drake Bulldogs in the Iowa River on Saturday, May 4, 2024. Rain caused officials to cancel the exhibition midway through.

Photos: Iowa rowing exhibition vs. Drake

John Charlson, Photojournalist May 4, 2024

Totaling 17 outright victories in the 2023 Championship season, the University of Iowa rowing team hosted Drake University for their final race in the regular season at the Iowa River in Iowa City on Saturday. The...