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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

Regents listen during the state Board of Regents meeting on Sept. 12, 2018 in the IMU Main Lounge.

Anticipated decline in national enrollment to affect resident enrollment in upcoming years

Kelsey Harrell, News Reporter November 14, 2019

The state Board of Regents heard a presentation on Thursday that revealed how an anticipated decline in national enrollment will impact Iowa universities. The overall enrollment at the regent universities...

Greg Suckow, known as Hawkeye Elvis, tailgates with friends he met through Twitter.

Hawkeye fans, players face effects of social media

Pete Mills, Sports Reporter November 14, 2019

Tailgating has always been a pivotal experience on Hawkeye football Saturdays. But for some, this old tradition has taken a more modern twist. Greg Suckow — better known as Hawkeye Elvis — regularly...

Robots performed onstage at Hancher Auditorium on Thursday. The performance was put on as part of the University of Iowa Robot Theater Project.

Robots take the stage at Hancher Auditorium

Rachel Steil, News Reporter November 14, 2019

Robots took over Hancher Auditorium Thursday evening to perform a series of skits and routines as part of the University of Iowa’s Robot Theater Project. NAO humanoid robots developed by members of...

New trees are seen on the Pentacrest on Thursday, Nov. 14, 2019. The tree was planted to replace the European Larch tree that fell due to strong winds in September.

New European Larch replaces iconic Pentacrest tree lost to strong winds

Rylee Wilson, News Reporter November 14, 2019

For years, the European Larch on the University of Iowa Pentacrest provided shade and a place for children to play on its unique low-hanging branches. When winds from a thunderstorm claimed the beloved...

Kid Captain Aubrey Bussan-Kluesner walks onto the field of Kinnick Stadium with Hawkeye Defensive Back Wes Dvorak at Kids Day at Kinnick on Saturday, August 10, 2019. Kids Day at Kinnick is an annual event for families to experience Iowa's football stadium, while watching preseason practice and honoring this year's Kid Captains.

Kid Captain Aubrey Bussan-Kluesner granted her birthday wish this weekend

Alexandra Skores, News Editor November 14, 2019

Soon-to-be 9-year-old Aubrey Bussan-Kluesner will be granted a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity as the Iowa Hawkeyes Kid Captain for her birthday this weekend at the game against Minnesota. Aubrey’s...

The Clarion Hotel and Highlander Conference Center is seen on Wednesday. The hotel is set to undergo $5 million in renovations in December.

Retro-revival of Highlander Hotel sheds light on historical past

Rin Swann, News Reporter November 14, 2019

A typical night at the Iowa City Supper Club in the 1970s consisted of records playing in the background, warm and hearty food, and retro interiors. With the renovation of the Clarion Highlander Hotel,...

Sheriffs drag the Iowa River in boats near the English and Philosophy Building on Thursday, Nov. 14, 2019. (Jenna Galligan/The Daily Iowan)

Law enforcement searching river near Iowa Avenue bridge under suspicion of jumper

Alexandra Skores, News Editor November 14, 2019

The Johnson County Sheriff’s Office is conducting a dragging operation on the Iowa River near the Iowa Avenue bridge, according to a Thursday afternoon press release from Johnson County Sheriff Lonny...

Interrogation expert Brian Leslie testifies during day two of an evidence suppression hearing at the Poweshiek County Courthouse on Thursday, Nov. 14, 2019 in Montezuma.

Man accused of killing Mollie Tibbetts did not testify on second day of evidence-suppression hearing

Kayli Reese, Managing News Editor November 14, 2019

MONTEZUMA, Iowa — Family members of the man accused of killing University of Iowa student Mollie Tibbetts, as well as expert witnesses called by the defense, testified Thursday in the second day of an...

3D Design, Theater Students receive award at Sculpture Objects Functional Art and Design Fair

3D Design, Theater Students receive award at Sculpture Objects Functional Art and Design Fair

Eleanor Hildebrandt, News Reporter November 13, 2019

University of Iowa graduate students specializing in 3D design and theater earned the top award for their installation in the CONNECT category at the 2019 Sculpture Objects Functional Art and Design Fair...

The new Film Scene location located in the Chauncey building is seen on September 10, 2019.

New FilmScene location still short on fundraising goal

Lauren White, News Reporter November 13, 2019

As their fundraising deadline fast approaches, FilmScene is seeking monetary donations to fund their efforts to build and maintain the greatest small city for the arts. The call to raise more money comes...

Rev. Anna Blaedel listens during a Bible study at the Wesley Center on Wednesday, May 1, 2019. Openly queer, Rev. Blaedel faced formal complaints by the United Methodist Church.

Former Wesley Center director taking ‘indefinite’ leave of absence from United Methodist Church

Brooklyn Draisey, Managing Editor November 13, 2019

Rev. Anna Blaedel is taking an indefinite voluntary leave of absence from the United Methodist Church, per the requirements of a “just resolution” released by the United Methodist Church’s Iowa Conference...

The Old Capital from the roof of UIHC in Iowa City, Iowa on March 25, 2019.

UI auditors find Human Subjects Office application review process lacks efficiency

Kelsey Harrell, News Reporter November 13, 2019

CEDAR FALLS — The Office of Internal Audit at the University of Iowa reported to the state Board of Regents at their meeting in Cedar Falls on Wednesday that the Institution’s Human Subjects Office,...