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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

Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley drops back during Iowa's game against Northern Illinois at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, September 1, 2018. during Iowa's game against Northern Illinois at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, September 1, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Huskies 33-7.

Iowa hunts for turnovers against Minnesota

Jordan Zuniga, Football Reporter October 4, 2018

After a week off, Iowa football is back; however, for the first time this season, it won’t play in Kinnick. This week, the Hawkeyes (3-1, 0-1 Big Ten) will fire up the buses and head north to take on...

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

UI faculty help train teachers to handle LGBTQ issues

Becca Turnis, News Reporter October 4, 2018

In a move toward more inclusiveness, teachers from across the Iowa City School District join in training sessions facilitated by the UI to help make local schools more open. The UI Chief Diversity Office...

Iowa defensive lineman Matt Nelson is seen on the line of scrimmage during the game at Jack Trice Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 9, 2017.

Matt Nelson: Chasing quarterbacks and medical-school dreams

Adam Hensley, Pregame Editor October 4, 2018

Matt Nelson isn’t just a central piece in one of the country’s best defensive lines — he’s a smart and driven biology and human physics major who spent his summers in the classroom and a UI research...

Iowa City police investigate a reported shooting on Court Street the morning of Saturday, Sept. 29, 2018.

Girlfriend of alleged shooter arrested in weekend shooting

Katelyn Weisbrod, Managing Editor October 4, 2018

A second woman, Lindsey Beyer, 24, was arrested on Oct. 3 and charged with accessory to a felony, reportedly in connection with an early morning shooting that occurred on Sept. 29 near the intersection...

Cambuses are seen on Monday, Oct. 1, 2018.

Cambus partners with Google Maps to provide trip-planning functions

Christopher Borro, News Reporter October 4, 2018

Cambuses have ferried students and others around Iowa City for the past 46 years, but people have never before been able to plan their rides ahead of time. Now, the Cambus system will partner with Google...

Ariana Mitra poses for a portrait in the Main Library on Tuesday, October 2, 2018. Mitra is the co-founder/President of the new student organization Chronic Illness Alliance, a group seeking to provide support for friends and family of people with chronic illness. (Katie Goodale/The Daily Iowan)

New UI organization seeks to build community for students affected by chronic illness

Julia DiGiacomo, News Reporter October 4, 2018

For students who live with or have loved ones affected by chronic illness, a new University of Iowa student organization aims to create an inclusive community and support system. Chronic Illness Alliance...

Westlawn Hall at the University of Iowa is seen on Wednesday, Oct. 3, 2018. Westlawn is the location of University Counseling Services.

University Counseling Services offers new programs for students

Kelsey Harrell, News Reporter October 4, 2018

University Counseling Service has started new programs, including Let’s Talk Hawks, to encourage students to take advantage of the services and to have programs that are tailored to students’ needs. Last...

Crew members take photos of the art projected onto the Old Capitol on Wednesday, October 3, 2018. International light artist Gerry Hofstetter chose the building as a backdrop to feature artwork included in his “Light Art Grand Tour USA.”

Swiss artist to light up the Old Capitol for unique showcase

Elianna Novitch, News Reporter October 4, 2018

Swiss light artist Gerry Hofstetter will use the Old Capitol as his canvas for the evening as he transforms the building with his projected-light performance today. As part of his Light Art Grand Tour...

Iowa running back Ivory Kelly-Marthin carries the ball during Iowa's game against Wisconsin at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, September 22, 2018. The Badgers defeated the Hawkeyes 28-17.

Hawkeye offense hoping to avoid bye week hangover

Jordan Zuniga, Sports Reporter October 3, 2018

After a week off, the Iowa football team is back to business, preparing for its first road game of the year at Minnesota. Before the week off, Iowa’s offense seemed to have found a bit of a rhythm....

Design by Naomi Hofferber

The art of the scream: How horror has impacted the cinema industry

Sarah Stortz, Arts Reporter October 3, 2018

Shielded by cozy blankets, a group of friends sit inside a dark living room, deeply invested in a slasher film. As the film progresses, the friends make fun of the cheesy effects and predictable plot. A...

The Iowa Memorial Union is seen on Monday, Oct. 1, 2018.

IMU garden aids pollinator insect populations

Julia DiGiacomo, News Reporter October 3, 2018

Bees and butterflies, among others, have found a home behind the IMU thanks to a student project to promote pollinator populations, and that has had success over the summer attracting the insects. The...

Signs say, "Help Stop Sexual Assault" in the bathrooms on Wednesday, Sept. 26, 2018.

Non-profit calls for cultural shift to prevent sexual assault, gender-based violence

Aadit Tambe, News Reporter October 3, 2018

Following the deaths of Mollie Tibbetts and Celia Barquín Arozamena, the Iowa Coalition Against Sexual Assault has called for a cultural shift to stop gender-based violence. IowaCASA is a Des Moines...