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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

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Iowa strong safety Amani Hooker dives into the end zone after intercepting a pass on Ohio State's first play from scrimmage during Iowa's game against Ohio State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 4, 2017. The Hawkeyes defeated the Buckeyes 55 to 24.

Iowa football sees strength in the secondary

Adam Hensley, Pregame Editor September 12, 2018

Through the first two weeks of college football, one thing is clear: Iowa’s defense is good. The defensive line essentially stole the show, with A.J. Epenesa, Parker Hesse, Anthony Nelson, and Matt...

Elizabeth Moen to play at Englert in celebration of new album release

Elizabeth Moen to play at Englert in celebration of new album release

Lauren Barber, [email protected] September 12, 2018

Iowa native Elizabeth Moen’s next few months will consist of nothing but music. Having started Sept. 10 and spanning through Dec. 19, Moen will crisscross the country from New York to Portland on a...

Nursing student by day, tattoo artist by night

Nursing student by day, tattoo artist by night

Philip Runia, Arts Reporter September 12, 2018

“By the way, this isn’t Jesus fan art,” Casey Gartlan said while shading a tattoo design of a cross on her sketchpad. The cross is for her boyfriend’s father. After beating cancer, he requested...

The Old Capitol Building before the University of Iowa homecoming parade on Friday, 6 Oct., 2017.

Hip-hop artist Lizzo announced as UI Homecoming show

Naomi Hofferber, Arts Editor September 12, 2018

SCOPE has officially announced Minnesota hip-hop artist Lizzo as this year’s University of Iowa homecoming show. Lizzo has toured with Haim and Florence + the Machine, and is known for songs “Fitness,”...

Third Cactus Mexican restaurant to open downtown

Third Cactus Mexican restaurant to open downtown

Julia DiGiacomo, News Reporter September 12, 2018

Cactus 3 will be opening on 114 S. Clinton St. sometime this weekend. This will be the third Cactus location in Iowa City, after Cactus Mexican Grill and Cantina and Cactus 2, located on Gilbert Street...

UI interim Provost Sue Curry speaks to the state Board of Regents during the Academic Affairs Committee meeting in the IMU on Wednesday, Sept. 12, 2018.

‘There’s no joy’ in closing centers, Provost Curry tells Iowa Board of Regents

Marissa Payne, Managing Editor September 12, 2018

After University of Iowa President Bruce Harreld announced in April the UI would consider closing certain centers and institutes in light of reduced state funding, the full state Board of Regents will...

Teresa Mangum, co-chair with the Provost Search Committee, addresses the audience during the Faculty Senate meeting in the Old Capitol Senate Chamber in Iowa City on Sept. 11, 2018. Faculty Senate members discussed updates on a new online application process to the university, updates on the office for sexual misconduct, and information on the provost search.

University of Iowa ‘wooing as well as selecting’ new provost, official says

Kate Pixley, News Reporter September 11, 2018

The UI Provost Search Committee is looking for a candidate who will be at the UI for the long haul, an official said at the Faculty Senate meeting on Tuesday. Teresa Mangum, a co-head of the Provost Search...

Pictures at the 'Art of the SCAR' is seen on Tuesday, Sept. 11, 2018. It is a traveling exhibition starring transplants recipients and living donors.

‘The Art of the SCAR’ exhibit details the hidden beauty of organ transplants

Christopher Borro, News Reporter September 11, 2018

An art exhibit at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics aims to showcase the beauty of surgery scars. Today, visitors to UIHC can see some of this artwork for themselves. The exhibit contains...

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

UI collaborates with rural schools to encourage students to take up STEM classes

Aadit Tambe, News Reporter September 11, 2018

The University of Iowa has taken up collaborating with rural schools to help educate and encourage students to take STEM classes and pursue careers in STEM fields. The program, called STEM Excellence...

Pentacrest Gardens as seen on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2018.

Pentacrest Garden developers push for additional height on their buildings

Paul Elwell, News Reporter September 11, 2018

After months of meeting between the council and developers, the Iowa City City Council last week unanimously approved the rezoning of the Pentacrest Garden project, which could expand student housing....

Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley throws under pressure during Iowa's game against Iowa State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 8, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cyclones 13-3.

Entering Week 3, Iowa finds another rivalry and offensive challenges

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor September 11, 2018

Iowa is gearing up for its second in-state rival in as many weeks with the realization that Northern Iowa won’t be an easy opponent. With offensive struggles in the past two weeks, there’s a strong...

Ben Schmidt performs routine maintenance on a combine head in preparation for the upcoming harvest on Monday, Sept. 10, 2018. Schmidt grows corn and soybeans on his farm outside of Iowa City.

Iowa soybean farmers feeling the heat of tariffs

Julia Shanahan, Politics Reporter September 11, 2018

As Iowa soybean farmers approach harvest season, many are more concerned about the long-term economic damage of an ongoing trade dispute with China than short-term price drops. Rob Ewoldt, a soybean...