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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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Linda Kerber, recently elected to the Council of the American Philosophical Society, poses for a portrait in the University of Iowa’s main library on October 15, 2019. Among Kerber’s accomplishments are fellowships with the National Endowment for the Humanities, and a Guggenheim Memorial fellowship.

Distinguished UI historian elected to council of American Philosophical Society

Cory Tays, News Reporter October 21, 2019

Distinguished University of Iowa historian, professor, and author Linda Kerber was recently named to the Council of the American Philosophical Society — the oldest learned society in the country. Since...

Professor of Physical Therapy Kathleen Sluka poses in front of her artwork in the Pappajohn Biomedical Discovery Building on July 29, 2019. Her artwork focuses on the life of cells.

UI research professors receive $13 million to prevent opioid misuse

Gretchen Lenth, News Reporter October 21, 2019

The National Institute of Health provided two new grants totaling nearly $13 million to a diverse team of University of Iowa research professors who will address the issue of chronic pain and opioid misuse...

Director of Finance and Operation Rob Lehnertz sits down for an interview with The Daily Iowan in Jessup Hall on Tuesday, Oct. 15, 2019.

Q&A: Senior Vice President of Finance and Operations talks climate strike, P3, Finkbine development

DI Staff October 21, 2019

DI: If you had something to start with, feel free. Lehnertz: Yeah, so, I guess I’ll start with this, in asking this question, about the timing of this — will it be this week? The reason is, I’m...

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Hearing for man accused of killing UI student Mollie Tibbetts begins Tuesday

Kayli Reese, Managing News Editor October 21, 2019

The man accused of killing University of Iowa student Mollie Tibbetts in 2018 will appear at the Poweshiek County Courthouse Tuesday for an evidence-suppression hearing determining whether or not authorities...

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UI law professor launches bid for Iowa House

Kelsey Harrell, News Reporter October 21, 2019

University of Iowa Law Professor and former Faculty Senate President Christina Bohannan, a Democrat, announced her candidacy for the Iowa House District 85 seat on Monday. District 85 encompasses northern...

The Alumni Awards programs at the Voxman on October 18, 2019.

UI alum Jake Chung recognized for service on campus

Kexin Cheng, News Reporter October 21, 2019

Jhoon (Jake) Chung won a University of Iowa Distinguished Alumni Award for Service on Oct. 18 in recognition of his long-term contribution to campus during and since his time as a student. The UI hosted...

Former UI President Hunter Rawlings (1988-2015) speaks during a panel discussion by four former University of Iowa Presidents and current UI President Bruce Harreld on Friday, Oct. 18, 2019 in the Voxman concert hall. The event coincided with the unveiling of portraits of former UI Presidents Mary Sue Coleman, David Skorton, and Sally Mason, which will be on display on the fifth floor of the UI Main Library.

Head Hawkeyes reunite for UI presidential panel during Homecoming week

Kelsey Harrell, News Reporter October 20, 2019

The University of Iowa's past and present head Hawkeyes gathered on campus recently to celebrate Homecoming and reflect on their leadership experiences. Five former and current UI presidents reflected...

Iowa City man has been accused of attempted second-degree burglary

Rachel Steil, News Reporter October 20, 2019

An Iowa City man has been accused of attempted burglary. Darell Henry, 25, was charged on Oct. 18 with third-degree attempted burglary, attempted second-degree burglary, assault on peace officers/others,...

The Alumni Awards nominees seen on October 18, 2019 at the Voxman.

UI recognizes distinguished alums

Lauren White, News Reporter October 20, 2019

The Voxman Music Building was illuminated with past Hawkeye alumni this past weekend as the University of Iowa honored six alumni and one former UI president with various Distinguished Alumni Awards. The...

Hawkeye fans gather in the Main Library parking lot for tailgate festivities before the Iowa vs. Purdue game at sunrise on Saturday, October 19th, 2019. Iowa was ranking 23rd in the AP Collegiate Football Ranking poll.

UI Collegiate Recovery Program offers substance-free tailgates

Eleanor Hildebrandt, News Reporter October 20, 2019

In response to varying concerns about alcohol safety on the University of Iowa campus, there will now be substance-free tailgates offered to students before Hawkeye football games as an alternative to...

Ernst and Reynolds open up to Iowans at an Iowa GOP reception

Ernst and Reynolds open up to Iowans at an Iowa GOP reception

Julia Shanahan, Assistant Politics Editor October 18, 2019

Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds and Sen. Joni Ernst talked briefly about ethanol and agriculture policies at an Iowa GOP reception and spent most of the time opening up to attendees about their personal hardships...

The Old Capital from the roof of UIHC in Iowa City, Iowa on March 25, 2019.

UISG shifts budget to improve use of student dollars

Grace Culbertson, News Reporter October 17, 2019

With a $180,000 budget this year, the University of Iowa Student Government once again began looking through their operation budget to find areas of improvement.   Former UISG Cabinet Director Kyle...

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