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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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UI researchers receives funds to protect cellphone users from cyber threats

Mitchell Griffin, News Reporter September 29, 2019

In order to fund a study of threats to cellular-phone networks, University of Iowa Assistant Professor Omar Chowdhury recently received an award to honor promising work within the context of national security...

UI President Bruce Harreld answers a question in the Adler Journalism Building on Monday, September 23, 2019. President Harreld discussed his contract extension, the resignation of the Associate VP for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, the UI marching band investigation regarding incidents taken place during the Cy-Hawk football game.

Q&A: UI President Bruce Harreld discusses diversity head’s resignation, contract extension, Cy-Hawk game

DI staff September 29, 2019

DI: The Board of Regents voted in June to extend your contract. Just a month earlier in May, you told the DI that you needed to get comfortable with, that you were the right person to continue leading...

Iowa wide receiver Brandon Smith completes a catch during a football game between Iowa and Middle Tennessee State University on Saturday, September 28, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Blue Raiders 48-3.

Record-setting day for offense sets Iowa up for Michigan

Pete Mills, Sports Reporter September 28, 2019

The Sept. 28 matchup with Middle Tennessee was a day full of flashbacks for the Hawkeye football offense, which broke records dating back to the 1990s. The flashbacks will help the team look forward to...

Iowa running back Tyler Goodson hurdles MTSU's Gregory Grate, Jr. during a football game between Iowa and Middle Tennessee State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, September 28, 2019.

Iowa running backs post career numbers against Mid Tennessee

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor September 28, 2019

On a historic day in Kinnick Stadium in which the offense put on its greatest measurable performance in Kirk Ferentz’s tenure as head coach, the Iowa running backs didn’t just sit back and watch. Mekhi...

Iowa defenders converge on MTSU quarterback Asher O'Hara during a football game between Iowa and Middle Tennessee State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, September 28, 2019.

Highlights from Iowa’s press conference following 48-3 win

Anna Kayser and Pete Mills September 28, 2019

After improving to 4-0 and tallying the most yards for a game in head coach Kirk Ferentz's Iowa tenure, he and the team came out to give their thoughts on the dominant win. Defensive lineman Daviyon...

Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley looks to pass during a football game between Iowa and Middle Tennessee State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, September 28, 2019.

Iowa dominates Middle Tennessee, 48-3

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor September 28, 2019

The Hawkeye offense boomed for its most yards since 1997 in the 48-3 win against Middle Tennessee on Sept. 28. Iowa improves to 4-0 on the season going into the thick of the Big Ten season. Iowa’s...

Iowa running back Mekhi Sargent carries the ball during a football game between Iowa and Middle Tennessee State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, September 28, 2019.

Week 5 halftime reaction — Iowa vs. Middle Tennessee

Anna Kayser and Pete Mills September 28, 2019

Iowa’s defense, Middle Tennessee’s lack of offense force quick punts Iowa controlled the ball through the majority of the first quarter after laying down numerous three-and-outs against the Middle...

Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley prepares for a play during a football game between Iowa and Rutgers at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, September 7, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Scarlet Knights, 30-0.

Iowa refusing to overlook Middle Tennessee

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor September 27, 2019

There are two sides to Iowa’s matchup against Middle Tennessee at Kinnick on Saturday. For the players and coaches inside the Hawkeye program, the Blue Raiders can’t be overlooked, or a big blemish...

Senator Zach Wahls answers questions during a Youth in Politics Forum at The Englert Theatre on Thursday, September 26, 2019.

Iowa legislators highlight voter ID laws at an Iowa City forum

Rylee Wilson, News Reporter September 26, 2019

State legislators, student leaders, and community members — both young and old — gathered to talk about issues facing young people in Iowa, with voter turnout and voter ID laws on the top of people’s...

Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering Caterina Lamuta poses for a portrait in a lab in the Advanced Technology Lab on Wednesday, September 25, 2019. The research for the material is still ongoing.

UI researchers develop smart skin for the U.S. Navy

Grace Culbertson, News Reporter September 26, 2019

University of Iowa researchers recently developed a new smart skin which performs texture, color, and shape modulations to camouflage marine vehicles for the U.S. Navy. The smart skin reduces drag for...

Iowa interim head coach Vicki Brown instructs her players during a volleyball match between Iowa and Washington at Carver Hawkeye Arena on Saturday, September 7, 2019. The Hawkeyes were defeated by the Huskies, 3-1.

Iowa volleyball officially names Vicki Brown as head coach

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor September 26, 2019

Iowa athletic director Gary Barta announced on Thursday that, effective immediately, Vicki Brown will serve as head volleyball coach under a five-year contract. After former head coach Bond Shymansky...

The sign for the Office of Sustainability sits outside its new location on Tuesday, Jan. 29, 2019. The office recently moved to communications building.

Sustainability mentor program to be offered to UI underrepresented students

Annie Fitzpatrick, News Reporter September 26, 2019

The University of Iowa Office of Sustainability is placing underrepresented students at the forefront of its focus through a new mentorship program that bridges the gap between students and faculty members...