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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

The Daily Iowan

Professor of Physical Therapy Kathleen Sluka poses in front of her artwork in the Pappajohn Biomedical Discovery Building on July 29, 2019. Her artwork focuses on the life of cells.

UI research professors receive $13 million to prevent opioid misuse

Gretchen Lenth, News Reporter October 21, 2019

The National Institute of Health provided two new grants totaling nearly $13 million to a diverse team of University of Iowa research professors who will address the issue of chronic pain and opioid misuse...

Director of Finance and Operation Rob Lehnertz sits down for an interview with The Daily Iowan in Jessup Hall on Tuesday, Oct. 15, 2019.

Q&A: Senior Vice President of Finance and Operations talks climate strike, P3, Finkbine development

DI Staff October 21, 2019

DI: If you had something to start with, feel free. Lehnertz: Yeah, so, I guess I’ll start with this, in asking this question, about the timing of this — will it be this week? The reason is, I’m...

Cristhian Bahena Rivera (contributed)

Hearing for man accused of killing UI student Mollie Tibbetts begins Tuesday

Kayli Reese, Managing News Editor October 21, 2019

The man accused of killing University of Iowa student Mollie Tibbetts in 2018 will appear at the Poweshiek County Courthouse Tuesday for an evidence-suppression hearing determining whether or not authorities...

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UI law professor launches bid for Iowa House

Kelsey Harrell, News Reporter October 21, 2019

University of Iowa Law Professor and former Faculty Senate President Christina Bohannan, a Democrat, announced her candidacy for the Iowa House District 85 seat on Monday. District 85 encompasses northern...

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.

Smith, Welch left off Iowa football’s depth chart

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor October 21, 2019

Iowa wide receiver Brandon Smith and middle linebacker Kristian Welch were not listed on the Hawkeyes' two-deep depth chart that was released Monday. Smith went down in Iowa's 26-20 win over Purdue...

Former UI President Hunter Rawlings (1988-2015) speaks during a panel discussion by four former University of Iowa Presidents and current UI President Bruce Harreld on Friday, Oct. 18, 2019 in the Voxman concert hall. The event coincided with the unveiling of portraits of former UI Presidents Mary Sue Coleman, David Skorton, and Sally Mason, which will be on display on the fifth floor of the UI Main Library.

Head Hawkeyes reunite for UI presidential panel during Homecoming week

Kelsey Harrell, News Reporter October 20, 2019

The University of Iowa's past and present head Hawkeyes gathered on campus recently to celebrate Homecoming and reflect on their leadership experiences. Five former and current UI presidents reflected...

The Alumni Awards nominees seen on October 18, 2019 at the Voxman.

UI recognizes distinguished alums

Lauren White, News Reporter October 20, 2019

The Voxman Music Building was illuminated with past Hawkeye alumni this past weekend as the University of Iowa honored six alumni and one former UI president with various Distinguished Alumni Awards. The...

Hawkeye fans gather in the Main Library parking lot for tailgate festivities before the Iowa vs. Purdue game at sunrise on Saturday, October 19th, 2019. Iowa was ranking 23rd in the AP Collegiate Football Ranking poll.

UI Collegiate Recovery Program offers substance-free tailgates

Eleanor Hildebrandt, News Reporter October 20, 2019

In response to varying concerns about alcohol safety on the University of Iowa campus, there will now be substance-free tailgates offered to students before Hawkeye football games as an alternative to...

Senator Kamala Harris, D-CA, addresses supporters at Backpocket Brewery on Thursday, September 19, 2019.

Kamala Harris, Bernie Sanders, Marianne Williamson to visit Iowa City this week

Caleb McCullough, Politics Reporter October 20, 2019

Three Democratic presidential hopefuls will be making stops in Iowa City this week. U.S. Senator from California Kamala Harris and author Marianne Williamson will be coming to the University of Iowa on...

Iowa players react to wide receiver Brandon Smith's catch during the Iowa football game against Purdue at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 19, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Boilermakers 26-20.

Highlights from Iowa’s press conference following win over Purdue

Pete Ruden and Anna Kayser October 19, 2019

Iowa found a way to get back to winning on Saturday, downing Purdue, 26-20. Both sides of the ball did just enough to help the Hawkeyes overcome a late run by the Boilermakers. Iowa head coach Kirk...

Iowa defensive back Matt Hankins loses the ball during the Iowa football game against Purdue at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 19, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Boilermakers 26-20.

Turnovers save the day for Iowa

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor October 19, 2019

On the first drive of the second quarter, Geno Stone forced a fumble on Purdue’s Amad Anderson at Iowa’s nine-yard line. Matt Hankins recovered it in what would be the biggest, potentially game-defining...

Iowa defensive back Riley Moss prepares to defend during the Iowa football game against Purdue at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 19, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Boilermakers 26-20.

Moss learns from experience in win over Purdue

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor October 19, 2019

From 2001-02, there was a man who wore a black Iowa jersey with a white No. 33 on the front and back rocketing across the field. After winning a Super Bowl and NFL Defensive Player of the Year honor...