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The Daily Iowan
The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

The Daily Iowan

Nathaniel Hofferber, Arts Reporter

Nathaniel Hofferber is a fourth-year University of Iowa student, and reported on arts and works as an audio producer at The Daily Iowan. Hofferber has been with the DI since the start of his freshman year, serving as a news reporter covering city council and social-justice issues, before becoming News Editor his sophomore year and Arts Editor junior year.

All content by Nathaniel Hofferber
The Old Capitol is seen on April 13, 2020.

UI developing plan for in-person fall semester, faculty and staff to continue remote work

Naomi Hofferber, Arts and News Reporter
May 15, 2020
Contributed

Senior Column: A senior reflects on time learning rugby, and how it is more than just a sport

Naomi Hofferber, Arts Reporter
May 12, 2020
Thompson & Co Salon and Parlor is seen on Tuesday, March 24, 2020.

Local salons make adjustments as they set to reopen next week

Naomi Hofferber, Senior Reporter
May 7, 2020
People walk around downtown on Tuesday, Jan 31, 2017. Iowa City was named City of Literature by Unesco City of Literature.

MusicIC Festival cancels in-person programming

Naomi Hofferber, Arts & Culture Reporter
May 6, 2020
Daily Iowan reporter Naomi Hofferber poses for a portrait with Judd Barron on Monday, May 4, 2020 in front of Judd’s house in Iowa City, where they currently live.

Love in the time of COVID-19

Naomi Hofferber, Senior Reporter
May 4, 2020
Test tubes with samples are put into a spinner at the University of Iowa Medical Laboratory on Wednesday, Sept. 25, 2019.

Research at University of Iowa put on pause due to COVID-19

Naomi Hofferber, Senior Reporter
April 28, 2020
The Old Capitol is seen on Thursday, March 12, 2020.

University of Iowa students may soon apply for funds from $16 million CARES Act share

Naomi Hofferber, Senior Reporter
April 28, 2020
Commuters load and unload buses at the Downtown interchange in Iowa City on Wednesday, Feb. 7, 2018.

City of Iowa City offering free cloth masks to transit riders

Naomi Hofferber, Senior Reporter
April 22, 2020
John Oliver, host of "Last Week Tonight" is returning to Portland for two stand-up comedy sets.

Review: Last Week Tonight offers consistency, comfort during COVID-19

Naomi Hofferber, Senior Reporter
April 20, 2020
People walk in the Iowa City Pride parade parade with colorful balloons at Iowa City Pride on Saturday, June 15, 2019.

Iowa City Pride festival canceled due to COVID-19 pandemic

Naomi Hofferber, Senior Reporter
April 20, 2020
The Iowa City Community School District sign is seen on April 29, 2019.

Iowa City School District changes distance education after announcement of extended school closures

Naomi Hofferber, Arts & Culture Reporter
April 17, 2020
Contributed (Judd Barron)

Gauging the art of body modifications and piercings

Naomi Hofferber, Senior Reporter
April 16, 2020
The University Counseling Services office is seen in the Old Capital Mall on Monday, February 17, 2020.

UI to host mental health online panel for student support during COVID-19

Naomi Hofferber, Arts & Culture Reporter
April 15, 2020
Growing a green thumb: 'Having a purpose' during the COVID-19 pandemic

Growing a green thumb: ‘Having a purpose’ during the COVID-19 pandemic

Naomi Hofferber, Senior Reporter
April 14, 2020
Commuters load and unload buses at the Downtown interchange in Iowa City on Wednesday, Feb. 7, 2018.

City of Iowa City recommends face masks for transit riders

Naomi Hofferber, Arts & Culture reporter
April 10, 2020
University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics is seen on Sept. 17, 2018.

UI collaborates with University of Georgia to develop MERS — a potential COVID-19 vaccine

Naomi Hofferber, Senior Reporter
April 7, 2020
64 additional COVID-19 cases in Iowa, largest single day spike as testing ramps up

64 additional COVID-19 cases in Iowa, largest single day spike as testing ramps up

Naomi Hofferber, Senior Reporter
March 28, 2020
Graphic by Katina Zentz

Two more Iowans die from COVID-19 as state sees its largest single-day spike

Naomi Hofferber, Arts Reporter
March 27, 2020
South Clinton St. is seen empty on Wednesday, March 18th, 2020. The spread of coronavirus in Johnson county has been named a public health emergency.(Tate Hildyard/The Daily Iowan.)

Iowa governor expands business closures amid increasing COVID-19 spread

Naomi Hofferber, Arts Reporter
March 26, 2020
University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics as seen on Sept. 17, 2018.

UI Health Care will soon provide COVID-19 testing

Naomi Hofferber, Arts Reporter
March 24, 2020
The Airliner is seen closed on Tuesday, March 17, 2020. The spread of coronavirus in Johnson county has been named a public health emergency. (Tate Hildyard/The Daily Iowan.)

Governor Reynolds announces state-based support for local businesses

Naomi Hofferber, Arts Reporter
March 23, 2020
East Washington St. is seen empty on Wednesday, March 18th, 2020. The spread of coronavirus in Johnson county has been named a public health emergency.

Businesses bear COVID-19 cost burden

Naomi Hofferber, Arts Reporter
March 22, 2020
Hancher Auditorium in Iowa City on Thursday, Nov. 2, 2017.

Hancher Auditorium cancels events until April 3, remaining season uncertain

Naomi Hofferber, Senior Reporter
March 13, 2020
A new flavor and label to celebrate the 100th anniversary Womens Suffrage and 40th anniversary of Domestic Violence Intervention Program as seen at Big Grove Brewery, 1225 S Gilbert St. on Thursday,March,5,2020.

Big Grove toasts 100th anniversary of Women’s Suffrage with new drink

Naomi Hofferber, Senior Reporter
March 6, 2020
Hancher to host 18th annual Nachte Raho dance competition

Hancher to host 18th annual Nachte Raho dance competition

Naomi Hofferber, Senior Reporter
March 5, 2020
Irish folk band The Chieftains bring Irish culture, joy to Hancher

Irish folk band The Chieftains bring Irish culture, joy to Hancher

Naomi Hofferber, Senior Reporter
March 5, 2020
Science, music mingle for musical masterpiece at Hancher

Science, music mingle for musical masterpiece at Hancher

Naomi Hofferber, Senior Reporter
February 19, 2020
Foodie fun in frigid February

Foodie fun in frigid February

Naomi Hofferber, Senior Reporter
February 13, 2020
Design by Naomi Hofferber

Hookups and heartbreaks: Navigating the modern dating field

Naomi Hofferber, Senior Reporter
February 12, 2020
Fans at the Hinterland music festival cheer on Hippo Campus on August 2, 2019 in Saint Charles, Iowa.

Hinterland Music Festival announces 2020 lineup

Naomi Hofferber, Senior Reporter
February 11, 2020
Mammitas Coffee Owner Jacquie Milian poses for a portrait outside of her shop in Iowa City on Thursday, January 30, 2020. Mammitas Coffee will have a grand opening event on January 31 from 5-8 p.m. Attendees can purchase a flight of five different beverages for five dollars.

Mammitas: A coffee shop built on grounds of faith

Naomi Hofferber, Senior Reporter
February 6, 2020
Supporters of Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass., hold up cards during the caucus at Des Moines Precinct 62 in the Knapp Center on Monday, February 3, 2020. The caucus head count reached 849 people, leaving 127 individuals needed for the candidate to be declared viable. Sen. Warren received 212 1st round total head count votes.

Where did support for nonviable candidates go in the caucuses?

Caleb McCullough and Naomi Hofferber
February 4, 2020
Pieces of The Pull of Horses exhibit in the University of Iowa’s Main Library are seen on Thursday, January 20, 2020. The Exhibit will be located in the Gallery until March 29, 2020. (Raquele Decker/The Daily Iowan)

“Pull of Horses” exhibit uses new tools to tell history of horses in IC

Naomi Hofferber, Senior Reporter
February 3, 2020
Attendees are seen at the Stonewall 50th Anniversary Celebration held in the Theatre Building on Friday, Jan. 31, 2020. After the opening performance of Hit the Wall at Hancher Auditorium, audience members were encouraged to join in on the celebrations to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the riots that sparked the LGBTQ+ movement. (Hannah Kinson/The Daily Iowan)

At UI Stonewall commemoration, university president says ‘we will support you’

Naomi Hofferber, Senior Reporter
February 2, 2020
The former location of Blue Moose is seen on Monday. Elray's live and Dive will open have in the Spring.

New live music venue to replace Blue Moose Tap House

Naomi Hofferber, Senior Reporter
January 30, 2020
Big Grove Brewery & Taproom is seen on Wednesday, Jan. 17, 2018. (Ben Allan Smith/The Daily Iowan)

Big Grove brewing up local art

Naomi Hofferber, Senior Reporter
January 24, 2020
Mac Miller’s posthumous Circles paints an intimate picture of the rapper’s state of mind

Mac Miller’s posthumous Circles paints an intimate picture of the rapper’s state of mind

Naomi Hofferber, Senior Reporter
January 20, 2020
The Executive Team of Iowa’s new EDM club pose for a picture on Tuesday, December 10, 2019. Iowa EDM hopes to connect with like-minded students on campus who enjoy listening to different styles of electronic dance music.

New EDM student organization kicks off on campus

Naomi Hofferber, Senior Reporter
December 12, 2019
Photo illustration by Emily Wangen

HappyLights stave off winter blues as temperatures drop

Naomi Hofferber, Arts Reporter
December 12, 2019
Attendees walk along the booths during the Holiday Market at the IMU on Sunday, December 8, 2019. (Katina Zentz/The Daily Iowan)

Holiday Art Market débuts at IMU under new organization

Naomi Hofferber, Arts Reporter
December 7, 2019
Elizabeth Moen performs a solo set during a concert at Trumpet Blossom Cafe on Friday, Dec. 6, 2019. The concert features local artists Sinner Frenz, Good Morning Midnight, Elizabeth Moen, and Karen Meat.

Trumpet Blossom offers variety of sound on a noisy Friday night

Naomi Hofferber, Senior Reporter
December 7, 2019
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House shows provide haven for DIY music scene

Naomi Hofferber, Arts Reporter
November 20, 2019
A holiday pop-up shop is seen in the Ped Mall on Thursday, November 14, 2019. The holiday pop-up shops will be going on through December 24. (Raquele Decker/The Daily Iowan)

Holiday shops pop up in Pedestrian Mall

Naomi Hofferber, Arts Reporter
November 14, 2019
Contributed

Night of pro wrestling slamming into Iowa City with Hawkamania XII

Naomi Hofferber, Arts Reporter
November 7, 2019
Make-up artist Zoe Harrison paints detail work onto Deborah Christensen-Andrew at Scream Acres in Cedar Rapids on Saturday, Oct. 19, 2019. Christensen-Andrew plays “The Pumpkin Mash” (Katie Goodale/The Daily Iowan)

Making monsters through makeup: How haunted houses create horror

Naomi Hofferber, Arts Reporter
October 30, 2019
Author Markus Zusak sits down for an interview with The Daily Iowan in the Iowa City Public Library on Monday, Oct. 21, 2019. Zusak discussed his writing process and his new book “Bridge of Clay.” Around 250 people attended his reading.

Markus Zusak, author of the Book Thief, talks creating newest work

Naomi Hofferber, Arts Reporter
October 21, 2019
Adelina Reels practices with bandmate John Quijas in their home on Sunday, Oct. 13, 2019. Reels and Quijas are in the band Dog Dave and recently won The of Battle of the Bands at the University of Iowa.

Student Spotlight: Dog Dave far from the dog days

Naomi Hofferber, Arts Reporter
October 16, 2019
Punk rock documentary rolls into Iowa City’s FilmScene

Punk rock documentary rolls into Iowa City’s FilmScene

Naomi Hofferber, Arts Reporter
October 14, 2019
A student security worker guards the Nintendo Switch Together tour event space on the Main Library Plaza on Thursday, Oct. 3, 2019.

Opinion: A pop-up arcade on campus isn’t so bad

Naomi Hofferber, Senior Reporter
October 4, 2019
Contributed

20 years of refusing to pay RENT: The Broadway rock musical comes to Iowa City

Naomi Hofferber, Senior Reporter
October 2, 2019
Soccer Mommy performs at The Mill on Wednesday, September 18, 2019.

Soccer Mommy, Squirrel Flower bloom at the Mill

Naomi Hofferber, Arts Reporter
September 19, 2019
Bad Suns to play at University of Iowa Homecoming show

Bad Suns to play at University of Iowa Homecoming show

Naomi Hofferber and Sarah Stortz
September 5, 2019
Students gather to listen to music during the Battle of the Bands at the IMU on Wednesday, September 4, 2019.

The bands behind Scope’s Battle of the Bands

Naomi Hofferber, Arts Reporter
September 4, 2019
The Chauncey Building is seen on Tuesday, April 10th, 2019.

FilmScene prepares to move into Chauncey building

Naomi Hofferber, Arts Reporter
August 29, 2019
Vixie Valentine (left) and Salted Caramel (right) pose for a portrait in College Green park in Iowa City on Monday, May 6, 2019.

Fur of the moment: The Furry community in Iowa City

Naomi Hofferber, Arts Editor
May 8, 2019
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You, Me, and the rise of STDs

Naomi Hofferber, Arts Editor
April 24, 2019
Ratboys performs at the Mill on Wednesday, April 3rd, 2019. Ratboys is apart of the annual Mission Creek Festival featuring prominent music and literature. (Tate Hildyard/ The Daily Iowan).

Ratboys light up the Mill for Mission Creek

Naomi Hofferber, Arts Editor
April 4, 2019
Current Joys performs at Gabe’s in Iowa City on Wednesday, April 4, 2018. The show was one of a variety of events during the second day of the Mission Creek festival. (Nick Rohlman/The Daily Iowan)

Mission Creek comes to Iowa City next week

Naomi Hofferber and Adrian Enzastiga
March 27, 2019
Younger performs at Gabe’s in Iowa City on Wednesday, April 4, 2018. The show was one of a variety of events during the second day of the Mission Creek festival.

What to see at Mission Creek

Naomi Hofferber, Arts Editor
March 27, 2019
Swipe Right: The dating game of the 21st century

Swipe Right: The dating game of the 21st century

Naomi Hofferber, Adrian Enzastiga, and Philip Runia
February 13, 2019
Audra Lewis dances with a glowing hula hoop on Friday Aug. 3, 2018. She lives in Minnesota but has attended the festival every year. This is Hinterland's fourth year. (Thomas A. Stewart/The Daily Iowan)

Hinterland Music Festival releases 2019 lineup

Naomi Hofferber, Arts Editor
February 5, 2019
UI Cosplay Club President Leah Carlson poses for a photograph in the Adler Journalism Building on Monday.

Cosplay: The art of bringing fiction to life

Naomi Hofferber, Arts Editor
January 30, 2019
University of Iowa student, Nick May poses for a portrait with his tattoo sleeve on Monday, January 14th, 2019.

Getting inked, from building needles to now

Naomi Hofferber and Adrian Enzastiga
January 16, 2019
The Nutcracker takes the Englert stage for a holiday delight

The Nutcracker takes the Englert stage for a holiday delight

Naomi Hofferber, Arts Editor
December 2, 2018
Knowing the score in film, Alloy Orchestra will return to Englert

Knowing the score in film, Alloy Orchestra will return to Englert

Jack Howard and Naomi Hofferber
October 24, 2018
Horror Classics: Rosemary’s Baby relevant horror after 50 years

Horror Classics: Rosemary’s Baby relevant horror after 50 years

Naomi Hofferber, Arts Editor
October 6, 2018
International Writing Program brings unique talent from around the globe

International Writing Program brings unique talent from around the globe

Naomi Hofferber and Madison Lotenschtein
September 26, 2018
Michelle Zauner, lead singer for Japanese Breakfast, performs during Japanese Breakfast's performance at The Mill on Sept. 19, 2018. Japanese Breakfast is an alternative band that has released two albums; Psychopomp and Soft Sounds from Another Planet.

Japanese Breakfast an absolute treat at the Mill

Naomi Hofferber, Arts Editor
September 20, 2018
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
The Iowa City Downtown District's Taste of Iowa City drew locals and visitors from a little further afield on Wednesday, August 22nd, 2018. Eventgoers consumed small dishes from all the participating restaurants, getting a 'taste' of the local food scene. Kyle Barnes lets his wife, Sarah Barnes, try some of his bao bun from Dumpling Darling. Sarah said she's wanted to come for a few years, but has always been working the 2nd shift, but this year she made sure to switch to the first shift today.

Taste of Iowa City showcases local variety, cuisines

Naomi Hofferber, Arts Editor
August 23, 2018
Iowa City City Council District B candidate Ryan Hall speaks during the UISG City Council Forum in the IMU on Wednesday, Oct. 18, 2017. The event gave students and community members the opportunity to ask city council candidates about various issues. (Lily Smith/The Daily Iowan)

Ryan Hall launches second bid for Iowa City City Council

Naomi Hofferber, Arts Editor
August 8, 2018
Contributed

Hofferber: Nathaniel Rateliff, Sturgill Simpson bending genre boundaries

Naomi Hofferber, Arts Editor
August 8, 2018
Contributed

Hinterland’s first night closes, Tash Sultana a smashing standout

Naomi Hofferber, Arts Editor
August 8, 2018
Contributed

Hinterland on the horizon

Naomi Hofferber, naomi-hofferber@uiowa.edu
August 1, 2018
Fans cheer as Courtney Barnett occupies the Hy-Vee Main stage on Saturday, July 7, 2018. (Thomas A. Stewart/The Daily Iowan)

Hofferber: Kesha, Courtney Barnett, and the female energy Des Moines needed

Naomi Hofferber, naomi-hofferber@uiowa.edu
July 9, 2018
Girls Rock! Des Moines prepares to take the Gen Z stage at 80/35. (Naomi Hofferber/The Daily Iowan)

80/35 gives a musical platform for an organization empowering girls

Naomi Hofferber, naomi-hofferber@uiowa.edu
July 7, 2018
Sarah Barthel performs with her band, Phantogram, during the 80/35 Music Festival on Friday, July 6, 2018. The festival, held annually in July, brings a variety of acts to outdoor stages in downtown Des Moines. (Thomas A. Stewart/The Daily Iowan)

80/35 wraps up first day in Des Moines

Naomi Hofferber, naomi-hofferber@uiowa.edu
July 7, 2018
Partygoers sing along to Billy Joel's "Piano Man" performed by dueling pianists on Washington Street during the Iowa City Downtown District Block Party on Saturday June 25, 2017. The Block Party, hosted by the ICDD was the first use of Iowa City's changed rules allowing open containers for select events downtown (Nick Rohlman/The Daily Iowan)

Downtown Block Party comes roaring back to Iowa City

Naomi Hofferber, naomi-hofferber@uiowa.edu
June 20, 2018
The Old Capitol is seen on Thursday, Nov. 30, 2017.

UI contingent faculty speak out at Board of Regents meeting

Naomi Hofferber, Naomi-hofferber@uiowa.edu
June 7, 2018
Bijou Open Screen will showcase amateur and student films this weekend

Bijou Open Screen will showcase amateur and student films this weekend

Naomi Hofferber, naomi-hofferber@uiowa.edu
May 3, 2018
UISG city Council Liaison Benjamin Nelson addresses the city council during a meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 2, 2017. the council unanimously passed a measure making rent abatement easier in situations where landlords violate housing code. (Nick Rohlman/The Daily Iowan)

Housing code amendments up for debate at City Council

Naomi Hofferber, naomi-hofferber@uiowa.edu
November 7, 2017
FILE - Mazahir Salih, the president of the Center for Worker Justice, laughs at a shared experience told during a listening post at the Pheasant Ridge Neighborhood Center on April 1, 2016. (The Daily Iowan/file)

Mazahir Salih aims to bring rights, advocacy to City Council

Naomi Hofferber, Naomi-hofferber@uiowa.edu
August 23, 2017
UI students, James Geneser, Kenzie Puz, and Joey Stiefel eat breakfast and chat at the Wesley Center on Tuesday, May 9. The Wesley Center served breakfast free to students between 7 and 10 AM for the duration of finals week. (The Daily Iowan/Ben Smith)

Breakfast at finals

Naomi Hofferber, naomi-hofferber@uiowa.edu
May 10, 2017
Protestors "die" during a protest against the American Health Care Act on the Pentacrest on Sunday, May 7, 2017. The protest featured several speakers and a "die-in." (The Daily Iowan/Lily Smith)

Protest targets health-care action

Naomi Hofferber, naomi-hofferber@uiowa.edu
May 8, 2017
Delving into nature, au naturale

Delving into nature, au naturale

Naomi Hofferber, Naomi-hofferber@uiowa.edu
October 6, 2016
A Wired Productions Group stage hand sets up lighting equipment before raising the scaffolding rig on Thursday, September 29, 2016. (The Daily Iowan/Joseph Cress)

SImple Plan unexpected

Naomi Hofferber, Naomi-hofferber@uiowa.edu
October 3, 2016
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