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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

An Iowa football helmet on the sideline during a game against Purdue University on Saturday, Nov. 18, 2017. The Boilermakers defeated the Hawkeyes 24 to 15. (David Harmantas/The Daily Iowan)

Four-star recruit Nick Brooks commits to Iowa football

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 8, 2023

Iowa football’s future on the offensive line just got a lot brighter on Friday, as the Hawkeyes secured four-star recruit Nick Brooks out of John F. Kennedy High School in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Brooks,...

Iowa City firefighters respond to an active fire at the Advanced Technology Lab on the University of Iowa Campus in Iowa City on Friday, Sept. 1, 2023. The first Hawk Alert went out at 10:54 a.m., urging people to avoid the area. At 11:27 a.m. , a second Hawk Alert said people could resume normal activity. This was the second day in a row that a fire was reported at the Advanced Technologies Lab.(Emily Nyberg/The Daily Iowan)

Last week’s fires at UI Iowa Advanced Technology Laboratories caused by reflecting heat

Alejandro Rojas, News Editor September 8, 2023

The two fires at the Iowa Advanced Technology Laboratories last week were caused by the heat of the sun reflecting on the outside of the building, according to the University of Iowa Office of Campus...

Iowa defensive lineman Aaron Graves rushes Utah State quarterback Cooper Legas during a football game between No. 25 Iowa and Utah State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 2, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Aggies, 24-14.

Iowa football’s Aaron Graves fulfills his dream as a Hawkeye

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor September 7, 2023

Aaron Graves’ eyes were filled with tears. It was June 25, 2019. Iowa football head coach Kirk Ferentz had just called the 15-year-old and offered him a full-ride scholarship to his dream school. By...

Photo illustration by Emily Nyberg

TikToker, podcaster Brittany Broski to deliver lecture at the Iowa Memorial Union

Stella Shipman, Arts Editor September 7, 2023

TikToker and podcaster Brittany Broski is up next on the list of notable speakers invited on campus for the University of Iowa Lecture Committee fall series. Social media star Brittany Tomlinson, better...

Lieutenant Travis Tyrrell shows students how to dust for fingerprints during a policing practicum course at the UCC in Iowa City on Wednesday, Sept. 6, 2023.

Hands-on law enforcement training course returns to UI after COVID-19 hiatus

Jack Moore, News Reporter September 7, 2023

Hands-on training in law enforcement curriculum returned to the University of Iowa campus this fall after a hiatus because of the COVID-19 pandemic. A course, “Student Practicum in Policing,” offered...

Senators listen to speakers at a University Student Government meeting in the Black Box Theater in the Iowa Memorial Union on Monday, Oct. 17, 2022.

UI student Will Haddy steps into his role as the new MENASA constituency senator

Julia Rhodes, News Reporter September 7, 2023

The University of Iowa Undergraduate Student Government established several new constituency positions last spring semester, including one called MENASA. The MENASA senator position, which stands for...

The Old Capitol Building is seen on the first day of 2023 fall classes in Iowa City on Monday, Aug. 21, 2023.

UI sees slight increase in total student enrollment this fall

Kate Perez, Senior Reporter September 7, 2023

The University of Iowa’s total student enrollment slightly increased this semester, according to a report released Thursday morning. Total student enrollment rates increased by 27 students since...

A pride flag is seen during the 2023 Pride Parade & Festival in downtown Iowa City on Saturday, June 17, 2023.

Conversion therapy bans become conservative target in Iowa

Grace Katzer, Politics Reporter September 6, 2023

Anti-LGBTQ+ movements in Iowa have made their way to local governments after the Waterloo City Council overturned its three-month-old conversion therapy ban. The conversion therapy ban, passed by...

The Johnson County Board of Supervisors sit at a panel during a meeting at the Johnson County Administration Building in Iowa City on Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2023.

JoCo Board of Supervisors to defer vote on $1 million in funding youth crisis services

Roxy Ekberg, News Reporter September 6, 2023

The Johnson County Board of Supervisors delayed a vote to approve over $1 million in funding for the Youth Crisis Stabilization and Emergency Housing Project on Wednesday to avoid legal troubles with...

Iowa City city council members sit during a city council meeting in Iowa City on Tuesday, June 20, 2023

Iowa City officials propose code changes to increase housing affordability

Isabelle Foland, News Reporter September 6, 2023

Iowa City officials are considering and seeking public input on changes to Iowa City zoning codes to improve housing choice, supply, and affordability this fall.  The Iowa City City Council will...

Contributed photo by Dr. Nejadnik

UI pharmacy professor receives $427,000 research grant

Isabelle Foland, News Reporter September 6, 2023

A University of Iowa professor received a $427,000 grant to research more efficient ways to manufacture certain drugs. Reza Nejadnik, an associate professor in the UI’s College of Pharmacy, said...

Mazahir Salih poses for a portrait in her office at the Center for Worker Justice in Iowa City Monday, Oct. 11, 2021.

Former councilor Mazahir Salih running for IC City Council seat

Isabelle Foland, News Reporter September 6, 2023

Mazahir Salih announced she will try to make a return to the Iowa City City Council in this year’s election. Salih previously served a full term on the city council from 2018-21 and was elected...