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Rachel Schilke, Senior Print Editor

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Rachel Schilke is the Senior Print Editor and one of the Projects Editors at The Daily Iowan. She is a senior at the University of Iowa majoring in journalism and international relations on the conflict and foreign policy track. In previous years, she has served as summer editor, news editor, and a news reporter covering local government and health care.

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Senior Column | The DI was my classroom

May 9, 2022
A University of Iowa Police Department vehicle is pictured.

UI student strangled victim, stole earrings outside Art Building West, police say

April 27, 2022
University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics is seen on Tuesday, Feb. 15, 2022.

Former University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics employee investigated over $17K in missing donations

April 26, 2022
Richard Yu holds a flag at a vigil for Ukraine outside of The Pentacrest in Iowa City on Sunday, April 3, 2022.

Ukrainian UI professor, student reflect on media use during wartime

April 3, 2022
University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics is seen on Tuesday, Feb. 15, 2022.

UIHC to owe employees financial compensation after court upholds lawsuit claiming late payments

March 30, 2022
Demonstrators gather during a rally for peace in Ukraine on the Pentacrest at the University of Iowa in Iowa City. Around 60 people attended the demonstration.

Demonstration for Peace gathers on Pentacrest as invasion in Ukraine continues

February 27, 2022
Dale and Juli Wirtjes look at old photo albums at their house in Cedar Rapids on Saturday, Feb. 12, 2022. Juli and Dale have been married for almost 40 years.

Forty years of love for Dale and Juli Wirtjes started at the University of Iowa

February 13, 2022
The Phi Gamma Delta house is seen on Monday, Aug. 30, 2021.

Counsels in FIJI sexual assault case may revisit subpoena for UI records

February 11, 2022
People stand in front of Phi Gamma Delta during a protest following sexual assault allegations against the University of Iowa’s chapter of Phi Gamma Delta on Tuesday, Aug. 31, 2021.

Lawyer for UI student accusing former FIJI members of sexual assault resists defendants’ efforts to throw out subpoena

January 11, 2022
Contributed from the Johnson County Sheriff - Roy C. Browning

Trial for Roy Browning Jr. postponed for sixth time since 2019

January 9, 2022
Johnson County Supervisor RoyceAnne Porter addresses the crowd on Sunday, Nov. 8, 2020. Supervisor Porter held a victory for Biden party at Mercer Park.

Royceann Porter to serve as Board of Supervisors chair

January 3, 2022
Christine Grant poses for a portrait in her home on Friday, September 14, 2018. Grant, now retired was the first woman to be Athletic Director at the University of Iowa and was involved in the formation of the national Title IX policy.

Christine Grant, pioneer for gender equity in sports and former UI women’s athletic director, dies at 85

December 31, 2021
People stand in front Phi Gamma Delta during a protest following sexual assault allegations against the University of Iowa’s chapter of Phi Gamma Delta on Tuesday Aug. 31, 2021.

Defendant in alleged sexual assault case between FIJI and University of Iowa student denies sexual assault

December 7, 2021
Members of the Iowa Air Force ROTC talk at a showing of the F-35A Lightning II fighter aircrafts at the Eastern Iowa Airport on Nov. 12, 2021. Four of these aircrafts will flyover Kinnick Stadium during the No. 19 Iowa and Minnesota football game on Nov. 13, 2021. Two of the pilots are University of Iowa alumni, 388th Fighter Wing commander Col. Craig Andrle is one and the other is 388th Operations Group deputy commander Lt. Col. Nicholas Edwards.

UI alumni to fly fighters over Kinnick for Military Appreciation

November 12, 2021
University of Iowa Professor David Ryfe poses for a portrait in the Adler Journalism and Mass Communication Building on Friday, Oct. 29, 2021.

Associate Dean for the Natural, Mathematical, and Social Sciences search: David Ryfe to focus on communication, faculty support, retention

November 2, 2021
Graphic by Marandah Mangra-Dutcher/Photo By Jake Miash

Iowa City community leaders look back at how their activism has evolved over a year after Black Lives Matter protests

October 19, 2021
Steve Swenka moves hay with a pitchfork at Double G Angus Farms in Tiffin on Tuesday, Oct. 12, 2021. Swenka said the hay gets blown around and needs to be reorganized.

Iowa agricultural community to benefit from grant expanding mental health programs

October 12, 2021
The New York City skyline and the 9/11 ‘Tribute in Light’ are seen at the Brooklyn Bridge Park on Saturday, Sept. 11, 2021, the 20th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks.

After 20 years, the UI and Daily Iowan remember 9/11

September 12, 2021
Contributed

Kid Captain CC Hoover demonstrates strength and resilience

September 9, 2021
Protesters hold their kids close outside the Iowa City Senior Center while pushing for pandemic relief Tuesday, Sept. 7, 2021. (Gabby Drees/The Daily Iowan)

Fund Excluded Workers Coalition rallies over American Rescue Plan funds

September 7, 2021
Iowa City Police Department vehicles are seen on July 9, 2019.

Iowa City police arrest man connected to July 18 shooting

September 2, 2021
Cristhian Bahena Rivera sits beside defense attorney Jennifer Frese as she explains the defenses motion to compel on Thursday, July 15, 2021. A hearing on the motion for a new trial will be July 22, 2021. (Jim Slosiarek/The Gazette)

Bahena Rivera sentenced to life in prison

August 30, 2021
Johnson County Supervisor Chairperson Rod Sullivan listens to a presentation during a meeting on Thursday, Feb. 12, 2020.

Excluded workers file complaint against Johnson County supervisor, Iowa City, county

August 16, 2021
Cristhian Bahena Rivera listens to Poweshiek County Attorney Bart Klaver give his opening statement at his trial at the Scott County Courthouse in Davenport, Iowa, on Wednesday, May 19, 2021. Rivera is charged with first-degree murder in the death of Mollie Tibbetts. (Jim Slosiarek/The Gazette)

Rivera trial: Bahena Rivera denied new trial despite post-trial evidence

August 2, 2021
Cristhian Bahena Rivera leaves the courtroom after a hearing for the defenses motion to compel on July 15, 2021. The judge denied the motion on July 16. (Jim Slosiarek/The Gazette)

Judge denies defense’s motion to compel in Rivera trial

July 16, 2021
Cristhian Bahena Rivera sits beside defense attorney Jennifer Frese as she explains the defenses motion to compel on Thursday, July 15, 2021. A hearing on the motion for a new trial will be July 22, 2021. (Jim Slosiarek/The Gazette)

‘They’ve got buyer’s remorse’: Prosecution, defense disagree on motion to compel in Rivera trial

July 15, 2021
Cristhian Bahena Rivera testifies from the witness stand, on Wednesday, May 26, 2021, in the Scott County Courthouse, in Davenport, Iowa. Bahena Rivera is on trial after being charged with first degree murder in the death of Mollie Tibbetts in July 2018. (Pool Photo/Kelsey Kremer/Des Moines Register)

Rivera sentencing delayed as defense requests new trial, prosecution resists

July 15, 2021
Cristhian Bahena Rivera testifies from the witness stand, on Wednesday, May 26, 2021, in the Scott County Courthouse, in Davenport, Iowa. Bahena Rivera is on trial after being charged with first degree murder in the death of Mollie Tibbetts in July 2018. (Pool Photo/Kelsey Kremer/Des Moines Register)

Two reports identify potential new suspect in murder of Mollie Tibbetts

July 12, 2021
Cristhian Bahena Rivera testifies from the witness stand, on Wednesday, May 26, 2021, in the Scott County Courthouse, in Davenport, Iowa. Bahena Rivera is on trial after being charged with first degree murder in the death of Mollie Tibbetts in July 2018. (Pool Photo/Kelsey Kremer/Des Moines Register)

Judge denies motion for mistrial in trial over death of Mollie Tibbetts

June 5, 2021
Hillcrest as seen on Tuesday, Oct. 3, 2017. Hillcrest is one of the University of Iowas Residence Halls.

Hillcrest Residence Hall expected to see new capital improvements pending regents approval

June 2, 2021
A piece of land located near the intersection of Finkbine Commuter Drive and Melrose Avenue as seen on Sunday, May 2, 2021. The land is being rezoned to make way for housing.

New four-story residential unit coming to Iowa City, pending regents approval

June 2, 2021
Cristhian Bahena Rivera stands as the verdict in the trial for the death of Mollie Tibbetts is read on May 28, 2021. Bahena Rivera was found guilty of first-degree murder. (Pool Photo/Associated Press)

Rivera trial: Cristhian Bahena Rivera found guilty of first-degree murder, defense to appeal

May 28, 2021
Assistant Iowa Attorney General Scott Brown cross examines Cristhian Bahena Rivera, on Wednesday, May 26, 2021, in the Scott County Courthouse, in Davenport, Iowa. Bahena Rivera is on trial after being charged with first-degree murder in the death of Mollie Tibbetts in July 2018. (Pool Photo/Kelsey Kremer/Des Moines Register)

Rivera trial: Jury enters deliberation to decide verdict

May 27, 2021
Defense attorney Chad Frese hands Dalton Jack, Mollie Tibbetts boyfriend, a phone record to review, while testifing for a second time, during Bahena Riveras trail, on Tuesday, May 25, 2021, in the Scott County Courthouse, in Davenport, Iowa. Bahena Rivera is on trial after being charged with first degree murder in the death of Mollie Tibbetts in July 2018. (Pool Photo/Kelsey Kremer/Des Moines Register)

Rivera trial: Defense calls first witnesses, Tibbetts’ boyfriend returns to testify

May 26, 2021
Cristhian Bahena Rivera testifies from the witness stand, on Wednesday, May 26, 2021, in the Scott County Courthouse, in Davenport, Iowa. Bahena Rivera is on trial after being charged with first degree murder in the death of Mollie Tibbetts in July 2018. (Pool Photo/Kelsey Kremer/Des Moines Register)

Rivera trial: Cristhian Bahena Rivera’s testimony suggests other individuals involved in Mollie Tibbetts’ death

May 26, 2021
Iowa State Medical Examiner Dr. Dennis Klein answers questions from the witness stand during Cristhian Bahena Riveras trial, on Monday, May 24, 2021, in the Scott County Courthouse, in Davenport, Iowa. Bahena Rivera is on trial after being charged with first-degree murder in the death of Mollie Tibbetts in July 2018. (Pool Photo/Kelsey Kremer/Des Moines Register)

Rivera trial: Prosecution rests its case, defense denied acquittal

May 24, 2021
Cristhian Bahena Rivera listens to Poweshiek County Attorney Bart Klaver give his opening statement at his trial at the Scott County Courthouse in Davenport, Iowa, on Wednesday, May 19, 2021. Rivera is charged with first-degree murder in the death of Mollie Tibbetts. (Jim Slosiarek/The Gazette)

Rivera trial: Blood found in Bahena Rivera’s car matches DNA of Mollie Tibbetts

May 22, 2021
Former Iowa City police officer Pamela Romero testifies as an image of near where the body of Mollie Tibbetts was found is shown on a monitor during the trial of Cristhian Bahena Rivera at the Scott County Courthouse in Davenport, Iowa, on Thursday, May 20, 2021. Bahena Rivera is charged with first-degree murder in the death of Tibbetts. (Jim Slosiarek/The Gazette)

Rivera trial: former Iowa City police officer among witnesses, translates interview, admission from defendant

May 20, 2021
Cristhian Bahena Rivera listens to Poweshiek County Attorney Bart Klaver give his opening statement at his trial at the Scott County Courthouse in Davenport, Iowa, on Wednesday, May 19, 2021. Rivera is charged with first-degree murder in the death of Mollie Tibbetts. (Jim Slosiarek/The Gazette)

Third day of Rivera trial begins with opening statement, witness testimonies

May 19, 2021
Cristhian Bahena Rivera walks into the Poweshiek County courthouse for day two of an evidence suppression hearing at the Poweshiek County Courthouse on Thursday, Nov. 14, 2019 in Montezuma. Bahena Rivera confessed to killing Molly Tibbetts last year but his attorneys filed a motion to suppress the confession because he was not properly read his Miranda warning during initial interviews with police.

Jury selected in Rivera trial, testimonies to begin in the case of the death of Mollie Tibbetts

May 18, 2021
Cristhian Bahena Rivera appears for an evidence suppression hearing at the Poweshiek County Courthouse on Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2019 in Montezuma. Brian Powers/The Register

‘It’s not going to be pleasant’: Prosecutor warns potential jurors for trial over the death of Mollie Tibbetts

May 17, 2021
Cristhian Bahena Rivera appears for an evidence suppression hearing at the Poweshiek County Courthouse on Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2019 in Montezuma. Brian Powers/The Register

After three years, trial of Cristhian Bahena Rivera, man accused of killing UI student Mollie Tibbetts, to begin May 17

May 12, 2021
Cristhian Bahena Rivera appears for an evidence suppression hearing at the Poweshiek County Courthouse on Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2019 in Montezuma. Brian Powers/The Register

Defense, prosecution file motions for court to consider in trial for death of Mollie Tibbetts

May 5, 2021
The new University of Iowa President Barbara Wilson addresses reporters in the Levitt Center for University Advancement on April 30, 2021. Wilson becomes the 22nd president for the University of Iowa and was previously the Executive Vice President and Vice President for Academic Affairs for the University of Illinois. (Ayrton Breckenridge/The Daily Iowan)

Barbara Wilson named next University of Iowa president

April 30, 2021
University of Iowa Presidential Candidate Barbara Wilson addresses the audience during the second UI Presidential Forum in the Levitt Center for University Advancement on Monday, April 10, 2021. Wilson is currently the executive vice president and vice president for Academic Affairs for the University of Illinois System.

Student focused: UI Presidential Finalist Barbara Wilson’s career embraces building connections as a higher education leader

April 28, 2021
University of Iowa Presidential Candidate Barbara Wilson addresses the audience during the second UI Presidential Forum in the Levitt Center for University Advancement on Monday, April 10, 2021. Wilson is currently the executive vice president and vice president for Academic Affairs for the University of Illinois System.

Student focused: UI Presidential Finalist Barbara Wilson’s career embraces building connections as a higher education leader

April 25, 2021
Student Kyleigh Harm receives the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine at the Iowa Memorial Union at the University of Iowa on Wednesday, April 21, 2021.

University of Iowa offers second Pfizer dose, vaccinates more than 2,000 students

April 23, 2021
Raneem Hamad (left) and Ala Mohamed (right) speak to the press before the Peoples Truth and Reckoning Commission meeting at the Chauncey Swan Park in Iowa City on Thursday, April 15, 2021. (Grace Smith/The Daily Iowan)

‘For the people, by the people’: Iowa Freedom Riders, local community supporters kickoff Peoples Truth & Reckoning Commission

April 15, 2021
University of Iowa Presidential Candidate Barbara Wilson addresses the audience during the second UI Presidential Forum in the Levitt Center for University Advancement on Thursday, April 15, 2021. Wilson is currently the executive vice president and vice president for Academic Affairs for the University of Illinois System.

Second UI presidential forum: University of Illinois System Executive Vice President Barbara Wilson emphasizes student voices, diverse team building

April 15, 2021
Contributed photo of Barbara Wilson, executive vice president and vice president of academic affairs for the University of Illinois system.

UI Presidential Search: Executive Vice President for the University of Illinois System Barbara Wilson named finalist

April 14, 2021
Photo Illustration by Katie Goodale

University of Iowa to pause Johnson & Johnson vaccinations amid CDC recommendations

April 13, 2021
The UIHC is seen on Wednesday, April 7, 2021.

Former UIHC manager sues for gender bias

April 8, 2021
Community members speak during the Trans Day of Visibility rally at the Pentacrest on Wednesday, March 31, 2021. The event was put on by the LGBTQ Iowa Archives and Library, and featured chalking and speeches by members of the community.

‘Trans rights are human rights’: Students, community members gather to celebrate Transgender Day of Visibility

March 31, 2021
University of Iowa President Bruce Harreld speaks during virtual commencement on Saturday, May 16, 2020. Due to concerns surrounding the COVID-19, the University of Iowa moved commencement online in March.

University of Iowa spring 2021 graduates to have in-person celebration in Kinnick Stadium

March 19, 2021
Syringes for the COVID-19 vaccine lay on a counter at the VA Medical Center in Iowa City on Tuesday, Dec. 22, 2020. The center received the Moderna vaccine for its employees.

All Iowans may be eligible for COVID-19 vaccine before May 1

March 12, 2021
A COGS sticker is seen on a stop light post on Friday, October 16, 2020.

Regents approve collective bargaining agreements with UI unions

March 12, 2021
The Iowa City City Council is seen at an Iowa City City Council meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2020. (Nichole Harris/The Daily Iowan

City councilor proposes temporarily suspending Truth and Reconciliation Commission

March 11, 2021
City of Iowa City Town Hall is seen on Tuesday, October 20, 2020.

Facilitator, commissioner resign from Iowa City’s Truth and Reconciliation Commission

March 8, 2021
Syringes for the COVID-19 vaccine lay on a counter at the VA Medical Center in Iowa City on Tuesday, Dec. 22, 2020. The center received the Moderna vaccine for its employees.

Iowans with preexisting conditions to be eligible for COVID-19 vaccine

March 4, 2021
University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics are seen on Tuesday, June 23, 2020.

UIHC caregivers union asks Reynolds to call on regents to increase wages

February 25, 2021
The University of Iowa Police Station is seen on Monday, Feb. 15, 2021.

University of Iowa considers three models to change approach to campus safety

February 16, 2021
The Old Capitol from behind a snow fort wall, on Wednesday, Jan 6, 2021.

Wind Chill Advisory for University of Iowa community until Feb. 15

February 13, 2021
Contributed from the Johnson County Sheriff - Roy C. Browning

Trial delayed for fourth time for Roy Browning

February 12, 2021
A snow plow shovels snow on Clinton Street in Iowa City on Thursday, Feb. 4, 2021. A winter storm warning was issued for eastern Iowa.

Iowa City blasted by another winter storm

February 4, 2021
Vial of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine are seen before they are injected, Monday, Dec. 14, 2020, on the 12th floor of the University of Iowa Stead Family Childrens Hospital in Iowa City, Iowa.

United Kingdom strand of COVID-19 found in Johnson County

February 1, 2021
University of Iowa Interim Associate Vice President for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Liz Tovar, poses for a portrait on Oct. 7.

Liz Tovar to assume permanent role as executive officer for diversity, equity, and inclusion

January 28, 2021
The Old Capitol is seen on Thursday, March 12, 2020.

Students advised not to call pharmacies, health care providers for COVID-19 vaccine

January 25, 2021
The Old Capitol is seen on Thursday, March 12, 2020.

University of Iowa will supply PPE to students beginning Wednesday

January 13, 2021
Bruce Teague, the mayor of Iowa City, leads the City Council meeting online at 7p.m. on September 1, 2020. Much of the meeting was focused around recent IFR protests and police brutality. Citizens feel the City Council has neglected their wishes.

Iowa City extends mask mandate

January 11, 2021
Iowa City Police Department vehicles are seen on July 9, 2019.

Dustin Liston sworn-in as new Iowa City police chief

January 11, 2021
The Old Capitol is seen on Thursday, March 12, 2020.

University of Iowa reports 16 new COVID-19 cases

January 6, 2021
The Old Capitol building is seen on Monday, Nov. 11, 2019.

University of Iowa reports 21 cases of COVID-19 among students, employees

January 4, 2021
Mollie Tibbetts

Trial for man accused of killing Mollie Tibbetts delayed for third time

December 10, 2020
Iowa City Mayor Bruce Teague addresses the crowd at an Iowa City City Council meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2020.

Iowa Freedom Riders denied seat on Iowa City City Council for second time

December 1, 2020
The University of Iowa Department of Public Safety is housed in the Old Capitol Mall.

Current chief of police, police captain to begin as interim co-directors of University of Iowa Department of Public Safety Dec. 1

November 29, 2020
The Old Capitol is seen on Thursday, March 12, 2020.

University of Iowa reports 18 new COVID-19 cases among faculty, students, staff

November 27, 2020
Photo Illustration by Raquele Decker.

New Iowa City ordinance prohibiting biased policing passed first of three votes by city council

November 18, 2020
Illustration by Kate Doolittle

With cases rising, University of Iowa officials warn Iowa hospitals will soon be overwhelmed

November 15, 2020
The Old Capitol is seen on Thursday, March 12, 2020.

University of Iowa reports 79 new COVID-19 cases on campus

November 13, 2020
Iowa City Mayor Bruce Teague addresses the crowd at an Iowa City City Council meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2020.

Representatives from local government, cities, hospitals, school boards urge Iowans to prepare for rise in cases

November 12, 2020
N. William Hines Dean and Professor of Law, Kevin Washburn poses for a portrait at the Boyd Law Building on Tuesday, September 29th, 2020.

UI College of Law Dean takes leave to join Joe Biden’s transition agency review team

November 11, 2020
The United States Capital is seen in Washington DC on Monday, Nov. 2, 2020.

Iowa City native Chris Miller named acting U.S. secretary of defense

November 9, 2020
The Old Capitol building is seen on Monday, Nov. 11, 2019.

University of Iowa cancels spring youth programs, reports new COVID-19 cases

November 6, 2020
Iowa City Police Department vehicles are seen on July 9, 2019.

Suspicious package outside Iowa City City Hall found to be paperwork-filled backpack

November 5, 2020
Iowa City Police Department vehicles are seen on July 9, 2019.

Streets closed, Hawk Alert issued for suspicious package

November 4, 2020
Iowa City Police Department vehicles are seen on July 9, 2019.

Iowa City police warns of a ‘Peeping Tom’

October 26, 2020
As seen on Nov. 3, 2020. Wilton Community Center 1215 Cypress St.

Iowa sees record-breaking turnout results for 2020 with more than 1.6 million Iowans voting

November 4, 2020
The Old Capitol is seen on Thursday, March 12, 2020.

University of Iowa will have two day-long instructional breaks in lieu of spring break

November 2, 2020
Fact Check | Ernst mostly true in claiming she is one of the most bipartisan senators

Fact Check | Ernst mostly true in claiming she is one of the most bipartisan senators

October 21, 2020
A fan takes a selfie with Vice President Mike Pence during his rally at the Des Moines International Airport on Thursday, Oct. 29, 2020. Vice President Pence discussed several topics including religion, Supreme Court Judge Amy Coney Barrett, and the importance of voting. The election is in five days.

Pence holds rally in Des Moines, asks Iowans for ‘four more years’

October 29, 2020
The Old Capitol is seen on Thursday, March 12, 2020.

University of Iowa revises its face covering policy, reports new COVID-19 cases

October 16, 2020
The Old Capitol building is seen on Monday, Nov. 11, 2019.

Six University of Iowa greek chapters on interim probation

October 9, 2020
Provost Montse Fuentes speaks in an interview with The Daily Iowan in Jessup Hall on Tuesday, Jan. 21, 2020. Fuentes sat down to discuss new plans to improve support for first-generation students.

Former UI provost Montse Fuentes named finalist for Kent State provost position

October 5, 2020
The Old Capital is seen on Tuesday, September 18, 2018.

University of Iowa reports six new COVID-19 cases

October 5, 2020
Portrait of Hai Huynh

Hai Huynh elected as newest Coralville city councilor

September 30, 2020
The Old Capitol is seen on Thursday, March 12, 2020.

University of Iowa reports 36 new COVID-19 cases on campus

September 25, 2020
Iowa City Police Department vehicles are seen on July 9, 2019.

Local disability support groups, ICPD working to implement de-escalation procedures

September 23, 2020
The Old Capitol building is seen on Monday, Nov. 11, 2019.

University of Iowa reports 44 new cases of COVID-19 on campus.

September 18, 2020
Iowa City Police Department vehicles are seen on July 9, 2019.

City Manager seeks approval for new Iowa City police chief

September 17, 2020
The Old Capitol is seen on Thursday, March 12, 2020.

University of Iowa reports 33 positive COVID-19 cases

September 21, 2020
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