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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

A Life Scribe Pen is seen in the University of Iowa Student Disability Centers on Monday, September 9th, 2019. Life Scribe Pens, record and upload handwritten notes to a computer.

UI Office of Disability pilots three new programs for note-taking accommodations

Rin Swann, News Reporter September 9, 2019

The University of Iowa Office of Student Disability Services recently piloted three new note-taking applications, which are technological options offered to eligible students that require accommodations...

Iowa defensive back Jack Koerner lines up before a play during a football game between Iowa and Rutgers at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, September 7, 2019.

Iowa football’s Koerner stepping up in secondary

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor September 9, 2019

Jack Koerner practiced last week as if it was a regular game week.  Rutgers was on the schedule, and Koerner was a backup free safety on the depth chart behind starter Kaevon Merriweather – until...

Lamar Wilson of Iowa City sits in the court room during a case management hearing for Lamar Wilson vs. Johnson County in the Johnson County courthouse on Oct. 27, 2017. Wilson's lawyers asked the judge to dismiss charges against him using Iowa’s “stand your ground” defense.

Iowa Supreme Court to hear Ped Mall shooter’s appeal tonight

Kayli Reese, Managing News Editor September 9, 2019

The Iowa Supreme Court will hear oral arguments tonight on the appeal of an Iowa City man who was sentenced after fatally shooting one man and injuring two others on the Pedestrian Mall in 2017. Justices...

The Old Capitol is seen on Thursday, Nov. 30, 2017.

University of Iowa rises in U.S. News rankings

Marissa Payne, Editor-in-Chief September 9, 2019

The University of Iowa has improved its 2020 U.S. News & World Report standings, climbing four spots to No. 34 in the touted rankings of national public universities. After blaming state-funding...

The Domestic Violence Intervention Program office is seen on Sunday, September 8, 2019.

Domestic Violence Intervention Program has brought safety and support to the community for 40 years

Rachel Steil, News Reporter September 8, 2019

The Domestic Violence Intervention Program will commemorate 40 years of providing access to free and confidential service for victims of domestic violence on Sept. 20. The program provides the eastern...

Emilia Cryer plays during a class at Gym Nest in Iowa City on Sunday, Sept. 8, 2019. Gym Nest has begun offering gym classes to children on the autism spectrum and their siblings.

Local gym offers exclusive class to children with autism

Kelsey Harrell, News Reporter September 8, 2019

While trampolines, balance beams, ropes, obstacle courses, loud music, and children running around may seem overwhelming to a child with autism, an Iowa City gym looks to make those obstacles a welcoming...

Iowa tight end T.J. Hockenson runs after making a catch during Iowa's game against Minnesota at TCF Bank Stadium on Saturday, October 6, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Golden Gophers 48-31.

Former Hawkeye Hockenson breaks NFL record in debut

Robert Read, Assistant Sports Editor September 8, 2019

Former Iowa and current Detroit Lions tight end T.J. Hockenson is immediately making those who doubted his draft status regret it. Hockenson set the NFL record for most receiving yards in a tight end’s...

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

Highlights from Iowa’s press conference following Rutgers win

Pete Ruden and Robert Read September 7, 2019

Iowa decimated Rutgers on both sides of the ball Saturday to pick up its first Big Ten win of the season, 30-0. The Hawkeyes found plenty of success, and head coach Kirk Ferentz and his players spoke...

Iowa defensive end AJ Epenesa jumps after Rutgers quarterback McLane Carter 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 defense steps up to shut out Rutgers

Robert Read, Assistant Sports Editor September 7, 2019

The Iowa passing game seemed to be hitting on all cylinders in the Hawkeyes' 30-0 victory over Rutgers on Saturday. As far as the Scarlet Knight offense, well, that’s a different story. Rutgers lit...

Iowa WR Ihmer Smith-Marsette catches a football that led to a touchdown during a football game between Iowa and Rutgers at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, September 7, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Scarlet Knights, 30-0. (Roman Slabach/ The Daily Iowan)

Smith-Marsette posts career day against home-state Rutgers

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor September 7, 2019

Iowa wide receiver Ihmir Smith-Marsette is originally from Newark, New Jersey, but on Saturday, he made his home in Kinnick Stadium’s south end zone. Facing his home-state team, Smith Marsette caught...

Hawkeyes down Scarlet Knights in first Big Ten game

Hawkeyes down Scarlet Knights in first Big Ten game

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor September 7, 2019

Iowa's earliest Big Ten game ever started with a 58-yard touchdown pass from Nate Stanley to Ihmir Smith-Marsette, and it didn't slow down after. The Hawkeyes dismantled Rutgers on both sides of the...

Iowa defensive back Jack Koerner lines up before a play during a football game between Iowa and Rutgers at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, September 7, 2019.

Week 2 halftime reactions — Iowa vs. Rutgers

Pete Ruden and Robert Read September 7, 2019

Hawkeye defense posts stellar showing against the pass Iowa finished the first half on a roll through the air on offense, but it was even better on the other side of the ball. The Hawkeyes allowed...