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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

The Old Capitol building is seen from the T. Anne Cleary on Feb. 10, 2021.

Housing and Dining faces financial toll after offering a ‘compassionate’ approach with student contract cancellations

Sabine Martin, News Reporter February 24, 2021

Occupancy at Iowa’s public universities’ residence housing significantly dropped in fiscal 2021 because of the pandemic, causing millions of dollars in financial losses, but university leaders...

The Iowa State Capitol Building is seen on Tuesday, Jan. 12, 2021 in Des Moines. Tuesday marks the second day of the 2021 Iowa legislative session, including the annual State of the State address given by Gov. Kim Reynolds.

Iowa Senate Education Committee advances bill to regulate DEI training at public universities

Julia Shanahan, Politics Editor February 24, 2021

The Iowa Senate Education Committee advanced a bill 11-4 on Wednesday regarding First Amendment rights and diversity, equity, and inclusion training at public colleges and universities and postsecondary...

Sen. Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa., has a conversation at the Iowa State Capitol on Monday, January 13, 2020.

‘I got up at four o’clock like I do six times a week and jogged two miles:’ Chuck Grassley to announce potential Senate run by this fall

Natalie Dunlap, Politics Reporter February 24, 2021

Sen. Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa, said he will announce his decision on whether he will pursue an eighth term in the U.S. Senate by this fall, adding that he hopes his age will not impact if people believe...

Iowa infielder Nia Carter slides to home plate at the Iowa softball game against Indian Hills at Pearl Field on Sunday, October 6th, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Warriors 21-2.

Iowa softball ready to pick up where it left off

Isaac Goffin, Assistant Sports Editor February 23, 2021

The 2020 Iowa softball team was on pace to finish its season with the most wins the program had accumulated in a single season since 2013. Then, its season was canceled March 12 because of COVID-19. Though...

Members of the Senate take part in a session within the senate chambers of the Iowa State Capitol Building on Tuesday, Jan. 12, 2021 in Des Moines.

Senate approves bill to change Iowa’s election laws

Lauren White, Politics Reporter February 23, 2021

An elections bill facing fierce opposition from some Iowans and Democratic legislators was approved by the state Senate on Tuesday. Senate File 413 passed on party lines with a vote of 30-18. It’s...

Iowa center Sharon Goodman and forward Shateah Wetering stand together during a timeout for a women's basketball game against Purdue on Monday, Jan. 18, 2021 at Carver Hawkeye Arena. The Hawkeyes defeated the Boilermakers 87-81.

Disastrous first quarter dooms Iowa women’s basketball in loss to Maryland

Chloe Peterson, Sports Reporter February 23, 2021

When the No. 1 and No. 2 scoring teams in the nation meet, a high-scoring affair is to be expected, and Tuesday’s game between Iowa women’s basketball and No. 8 Maryland certainly featured a lot...

Iowa center Luka Garza looks to shoot a basket during the first half of a men's basketball game against Penn State on Sunday, Feb. 21, 2021 at Carver Hawkeye Arena. The Hawkeyes defeated the Nittany Lions, 74-68. Garza broke the record for Iowa's all-time leading scorer during the second half and now has a career total of 2,126 points.

Luka Garza named Naismith Trophy Player and Big Ten Co-Player of the Week

Robert Read, Pregame Editor February 22, 2021

Iowa men’s basketball All-American Luka Garza was tabbed the Naismith Trophy Player and Big Ten Co-Player of the Week on Monday for his efforts in Iowa’s two victories last week. Garza (6-foot-11,...

Iowa Point Guard Caitlin Clark dribbles the ball at the logo. Clark finished with 32 points during a women’s basketball game between the Iowa Hawkeyes and the Penn State Nittany Lion’s at Carver Hawkeye Arena on Thursday, Feb. 18, 2021. Iowa Defeated Penn State 96-78.

Caitlin Clark wins record 11th Big Ten Freshman of the Week honor

Isaac Goffin, Assistant Sports Editor February 22, 2021

Iowa women's basketball freshman Caitlin Clark won her 11th Big Ten Freshman of the Week honor Monday after posting 32 points, seven assists, six rebounds, a steal, and a block against Penn State Thursday. Her...

Iowa guard CJ Fredrick passes the ball during a men's basketball game against Penn State on Sunday, Feb. 21, 2021 at Carver Hawkeye Arena. The Hawkeyes defeated the Nittany Lions, 74-68. (Hannah Kinson/The Daily Iowan)

Fredrick returns to form, propels Hawkeyes to victory over Nittany Lions

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor February 21, 2021

Prior to No. 11 Iowa men’s basketball’s 74-68 victory over Penn State Sunday, sophomore guard C.J. Fredrick just hadn’t looked like himself. The Cincinnati, Ohio, native has been dealing with...

Sunday, Feb. 21, 2021; Iowa City, Iowa, USA; Iowa center Luka Garza (55) shoots a basket during the first half of a men's basketball game against Penn State on Sunday, Feb. 21, 2021 at Carver Hawkeye Arena. The Hawkeyes are down five points against the Nittany Lions, 36-41. At halftime Garza is two points away from breaking the record for Iowa's all-time leading scorer. Mandatory Credit: Hannah Kinson/Daily Iowan via USA TODAY Network

No. 11 Hawkeyes down Nittany Lions, 74-68, on historic Sunday afternoon

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor February 21, 2021

History appeared to be in the making before No. 11 Iowa men's basketball's matchup with with Penn State Sunday afternoon, as senior center Luka Garza entered the game needing just 14 points to become...

Iowa Setter Bailey Ortega comes off the court trailing late in the final set during a women's volleyball match between Iowa and Rutgers at Xtream Arena on Saturday, Feb. 20, 2021. The Scarlet Knights defeated the Hawkeyes 3 sets to 2.

Iowa volleyball loses in five sets against Rutgers

Will Fineman, Sports Reporter February 20, 2021

Freshmen setter Bailey Ortega has tallied over 25 assists in two matches this season. Unfortunately for Ortega, both of those matches were five-set losses for the Iowa volleyball team.  Ortega’s...

Iowa Outside Hitter Edina Schmidt bumps the ball during the Iowa Volleyball game against Indiana on Feb. 6, 2021 at Xtream Arena. Indiana defeated Iowa 3-2.

Career-highs power Iowa volleyball past Rutgers

Will Fineman, Sports Reporter February 20, 2021

Another win means another slew of career-highs for a young Iowa volleyball team that moved to 2-7 on the season after its 3-1 win against Rutgers Friday.  Sophomore Edina Schmidt set career-highs...