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Softballs are seen during the final Fall Ball softball game against NIU at Pearl Field on Sunday, Oct. 8, 2017. The Huskies defeated the Hawkeyes, 9-2.

UI psychology professor Shaun Vecera speaks during How Psychology Can Change the Planet in the UI Office of Sustainability on Thursday, Oct. 19, 2017. The event was part of a month;y Sustainable Lecture series hosted by the UI Environmental Coalition.

[Photo] Honors Program selects Shaun Vecera as new director

Eleanor Hildebrandt, News Editor
September 15, 2021
From left: Jesus Payan, VP for Student Life Melissa Shivers, Tab Wiggins, Prisma Ruacho, and Jamal Nelson sit outside the Asian Pacific American Cultural Center during an interview with Shivers and leaders from the UI cultural and resource centers on Friday, Oct. 20, 2017. =

[Photo] The Black Lives Matter movement: A look inside its history in Iowa City

Hannah Pinski, Opinions Editor
February 2, 2021
Iowa 3rd Congressional District-elect Cindy Axne speaks to supporters during the statewide Democratic candidates' watch party at Embassy Suites in Des Moines on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2020.

[Photo] Cindy Axne wins Iowa’s 3rd Congressional District race

Eleanor Hildebrandt, News Reporter
November 4, 2020
Iowa state director for Working Hero J.D. Scholten speaks during an event at the Iowa City Public Library on Monday, February 18, 2019. Rep. Swalwell is expected to announce a candidacy for President of the United States.

[Photo] Randy Feenstra keeps 4th Congressional District red

Morgan Ungs, News Reporter
November 4, 2020
Iowa state director for Working Hero J.D. Scholten speaks during an event at the Iowa City Public Library on Monday, February 18, 2019. Rep. Swalwell is expected to announce a candidacy for President of the United States.

[Photo] Meet the 2020 candidates

October 3, 2020
Democratic presidential candidate Andrew Yang speaks during a town hall event in the Second Floor Ballroom in the IMU on Wednesday, January 29, 2020. Yang’s support has grown consistently in Iowa since he announced candidacy, due partially to large internet following.

Photos: Andrew Yang visits the IMU (1/29/20)

Lily Smith
January 29, 2020
Vice President for Student Life Melissa Shivers speaks during the Womxn of Colour Welcome Mixer at the Women's Resource and Action Center on Wednesday, Sep. 6, 2017. It was the inaugural event for the Womxn of Colour Network Series, and will feature a monthly program on a topic affecting womxn of color.

[Photo] UI Vice President for Student Life Melissa Shivers named Ohio State University VP

Marissa Payne, Editor-in-Chief
October 23, 2019
Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley (4) gestures at a possible Iowa touchdown from Iowa fullback Austin Kelly (46) during the Iowa/Purdue game at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette, Ind. The Boilermakers defeated the Hawkeyes, 38-36, with a last second field goal. (Lily Smith/The Daily Iowan)

[Photo] Week 8 Scouting Report: Purdue

Pete Mills, Sports Reporter
October 18, 2019
Iowa football offensive lineman Levi Paulsen speaks to members of the media during media availability at the Hansen Football Performance Center on Tuesday, August 28, 2018. The Hawkeyes begin their season on Saturday, September 1, against Northern Illinois, at Kinnick Stadium. (Lily Smith/The Daily Iowan)

A man holds a candle during the vigil for UI student Mollie Tibbetts at Hubbard Park on Aug. 22, 2018.

[Photo] Community spreads ‘everyday joy’

September 2, 2019
Northwestern running back Isaiah Bowser is tackled by Iowa defense during the Iowa/Northwestern football game at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, November 10, 2018.

[Photo] Mills: Northwestern the team to beat in the Big Ten West

Pete Mills, Assistant Sports Editor
July 31, 2019
The Stead Family Children's Hospital is seen on on Saturday, Sept. 23, 2017. (Lily Smith/The Daily Iowan)

[Photo] UI resists Modern Piping’s attempt to arbitrate claim to attorney fees

Marissa Payne, Editor-in-Chief
June 27, 2019
Iowa's Anthony Nelson sacks NIU quarterback Marcus Childers during the Iowa/NIU football game at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, September 1, 2018. The Hawkeyes lead the Huskies, 3-0, at halftime.

[Photo] NFL Draft Profile: Anthony Nelson

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor
April 23, 2019
Iowa's rowing team practices on the Iowa River on Friday, Sept. 15, 2017. The rowing team recently finalized their schedule, with two home competitions on Oct. 6 and 7.

[Photo] Iowa rowing looks to top returners to continue success

Sarah Altemeier, Sports Reporter
April 2, 2019
The ALMA executive board serves food during the Latinas in the Community Dinner in the LNACC on Wednesday, March 27, 2019. The event was hosted by the Association of Latinos Moving Ahead. (ALMA)

[Photo] The Latinx community gathers to celebrate activism

Rachel Steil, News Reporter
March 29, 2019
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[Photo] Generational conflicts, comfort, and comedy; Andrew Ridker’s The Altruists

Austin Yerington, Arts Reporter
March 27, 2019
Iowa center Megan Gustafson cuts down her part of the net during the Iowa/Mizzou NCAA Tournament second round women's basketball game in Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Sunday, March 24, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Tigers, 68-52.

Photos: Iowa women’s basketball NCAA tournament vs. Missouri

Lily Smith and Roman Slabach
March 24, 2019
Iowa guard Kathleen Doyle drives to the basket during the Iowa/Mizzou NCAA Tournament second round women's basketball game in Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Sunday, March 24, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Tigers, 68-52.

Iowa guard Makenzie Meyer attempts a 3-pointer during the Iowa/Mizzou NCAA Tournament second round women's basketball game in Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Sunday, March 24, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Tigers, 68-52.

Iowa center Megan Gustafson (10) goes up for a rebound during the Iowa/Mercer NCAA Tournament first round women’s basketball game in Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, Iowa on Friday, March 22, 2019. The Hawkeyes beat the Bears 66-61.

Photos: Iowa women’s basketball NCAA tournament first round vs. Mercer (3/22/19)

Lily Smith and Roman Slabach
March 22, 2019
Iowa guard Makenzie Meyer attempts a basket during the Iowa/Mercer NCAA Tournament first round women's basketball game in Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Friday, March 22, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Bears, 66-61.

Mercer forward Amanda Thompson attempts to regain control of the ball during the Iowa/Mercer NCAA Tournament first round women's basketball game in Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Friday, March 22, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Bears, 66-61.

Iowa guard Jordan Bohannon looks to pass the ball during the Iowa/Michigan Big Ten Tournament men's basketball game in the United Center in Chicago on Friday, March 15, 2019. The Wolverines defeated the Hawkeyes, 74-53. (Lily Smith/The Daily Iowan)

[Photo] Hensley: Iowa needs more Jordan Bohannon going forward

Adam Hensley, Pregame Editor
March 16, 2019
Iowa forward Luka Garza drives to the basket during the Iowa/Michigan Big Ten Tournament men's basketball game in the United Center in Chicago on Friday, March 15, 2019. The Wolverines defeated the Hawkeyes, 74-53.

Photos: Iowa Big Ten Tournament men’s basketball vs. Michigan (3/15/19)

Lily Smith, Photojournalist
March 15, 2019
Iowa forward Tyler Cook attempts a layup during the Iowa/Michigan Big Ten Tournament men's basketball game in the United Center in Chicago on Friday, March 15, 2019. The Wolverines lead the Hawkeyes, 40-27, at the half.

Iowa guard Connor McCaffery drives to the basket during the Iowa/Michigan Big Ten Tournament men's basketball game in the United Center in Chicago on Friday, March 15, 2019. The Wolverines lead the Hawkeyes, 40-27, at the half.

Iowa guard Joe Wieskamp grabs a rebound during the Iowa/Michigan Big Ten Tournament men's basketball game in the United Center in Chicago on Friday, March 15, 2019. The Wolverines lead the Hawkeyes, 40-27, at the half.

[Photo] Michigan topples Iowa in Big Ten Tournament

March 15, 2019
Iowa forward Luka Garza attempts a shot over Michigan forward Ignas Bradzeikis during the Iowa/Michigan Big Ten Tournament men's basketball game in the United Center in Chicago on Friday, March 15, 2019. The Wolverines lead the Hawkeyes, 40-27, at the half.

[Photo] Iowa goes cold from 3 in loss to Michigan

March 15, 2019
Iowa forward Tyler Cook dunks during the Iowa/Illinois Big Ten Tournament men's basketball game in the United Center in Chicago on Thursday, March 14, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Fighting Illini, 83-62.

Photos: Iowa Big Ten Tournament men’s basketball vs. Illinois (3/15/19)

Lily Smith, Photojournalist
March 15, 2019
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