The Daily Iowan The first-year student’s survival guide to campus and Iowa City
THURSDAY | AUGUST 27 | 2020
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Table of Contents
STAFF Publisher 335-5788 Jason Brummond Executive Editor 335-6030 Sarah Watson Managing Editor Alexandra Skores
NAVIGATING CAMPUS 4 6 6 8 9 11 13 13 13 14 16
Managing Digital Editor Kelsey Harrel Visuals Editor Nicohole Maryse Harris News Editors Rachel Schilke, Rylee Wilson Sports Editor Austin Hanson
Division of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Guide to the IMU UI fun facts 2019-2020 recap Campus adapts to COVID-19 Meet UI leaders Student Health and Student Wellness UI Health Care University Counseling Service First-generation students Sexual misconduct resources
IOWA CITY LIFE
Assistant Sports Editor Isaac Goffin Pregame Editor Robert Read Politics Editor Caleb McCullough, Julia Shanahan Opinions Editor Peyton Downing Arts Editors Josie Fischels, Sarah Stortz
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Banking in Iowa City Transportation Where to shop Ped Mall and Old Cap Mall Dining hot spots Pentacrest Museums City Council Live entertainment and theaters Iowa City coffee shops International student resources
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GETTING INVOLVED 34 36 39 39 40 41 43 45 47 47 48 48
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NAVIGATING CAMPUS
Getting around campus can be difficult, but we’ve got your back.
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Helping underrepresented Hawks thrive The Division of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion offers pre-college and academic services to underserved groups.
Lily Smith/The Daily Iowan UI student Tiana Warner performs during the Black History Month Slam Poetry event in the IMU on Feb. 28, 2019. The Iowa Edge Student Organization hosted the event in collaboration with Black Art; Real Stories. The University of Iowa’s Division of Diversity Equity and Inclusion provides a variety of services, programs, and activities that strive to create an inclusive and welcoming community for UI students, staff, and faculty. The division serves various communities: black/African American, Asian/Asian American, persons with disabilities, first-generation students, Hispanic/Latinx, LGBTQ, and Native American. Housed under the umbrella of the division, the Center for Diversity and Enrichment offers academic coaching to help underserved students at the UI navigate the college transition and other university processes. Programming includes Advantage Iowa Scholors, Iowa Edge, and TRIO Student Support Services.
TRIO Student Support Services and Upward Bound Serving 350 Hawkeye undergraduate students, TRIO
Student Support Services is a federally funded program designed to help first-generation or low-income students navigate college life. Program coaches and courses offer guidance in academic skill building, academic probation support, career planning, graduate/professional school preparation, FAFSA filing assistance, personal financial literacy and college financing options, health and well-being, and leadership development. Similar to TRIO SSS, Upward Bound is a federally funded college prep program in three southeastern Iowa high schools for first-generation and/or low-income students who want to pursue a college degree.
Iowa Edge Iowa Edge is a transitionary program in the week leading up to the first day of classes. Selected participants meet faculty and campus leaders, build community with a group of peers before the semester begins, and attend workshops to
develop leadership skills. Applications for the program are open until June 26. Programming continues throughout the year.
Advantage Iowa Scholars The Advantage Iowa award is a merit-based four-yearscholarship for students from diverse backgrounds. Students apply through the MyUI portal.
Student Disability Services Part of the Division of Student Life, SDS serves as a liaison between students and instructors for accommodations such as extended test-time, reduced distraction seating, large-print text, and closed captioning resources. SDS can be reached at 319-335-1462 or sds-info@uiowa.edu.
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UI, IC Fast Facts
• The University of Iowa was founded in 1847 and celebrated its 173rd birthday in February 2020. • The UI has been a Big Ten university since 1899. • The Iowa River flooded several buildings on campus in 2008, including the Iowa Memorial Union.
was the first woman to earn a law degree in the U.S. in 1873. • George Gallup, founder of the Gallup Poll, graduated from the UI with his B.A. in 1923, his M.A. in 1925, and his Ph.D. in psychology in 1928. • Joe Russo, best known for directing four Marvel films with his brother Anthony Russo, is a UI alum.
• The UI became the first public university to admit men and women on an equal basis in 1855.
• Five Hawkeye Football players were drafted by the NFL this spring.
• UI law alum Mary B. Hickey Wilkinson
• There are more than 500 registered
student organizations at the UI. • Iowa City is one of 39 UNESCO Cities of Literature in the world. There are two cities in the U.S. with the designation. • Emma J. Harvat made history in 1923 by becoming the first woman to be mayor of Iowa City, and the first woman to become mayor of a U.S. municipality with a population over 10,000. • Presidential hopefuls over the course of history have stopped at Iowa City’s Hamburg Inn No. 2 on the campaign trail, including former U.S. Presidents Bill Clinton and Ronald Reagan. • The UI College of Law was the first law school built west of the Mississippi River. • Forty-three Pulitzer Prize-winning faculty and alumni have called the UI home. • World-famous physicist and discov-
erer of two radiation belts that surround the Earth, James Van Allen is an alum of the UI. • Iowa City was the first capital city of the state of Iowa. It held the title from 1840 to 1855, when the governing city moved to the more central location of Des Moines. • Ashton Kutcher was a student at the UI when he was discovered at The Airliner, a popular Iowa City bar and restaurant close to campus. • More than 8,000 trees sit on the UI campus. • The Daily Iowan was the first daily college paper west of the Mississippi River. • The UI is home to more than 32,000 students.
A Hawkeye’s guide to the IMU, course resources The IMU serves as the heart of student activities on campus, and offers multiple resources for students to access, from textbook purchases and rentals at the Hawk Shop to a wide selection of study spots. legal representation for currently enrolled UI students. It’s located on the ground floor of the IMU.
Union Market Also located on the ground floor, Union Market serves as a convenience store that offers a wide variety of meal options, household items, and over-the-counter medications.
Hawk Shop
Paxton Corey/The Daily Iowan The Iowa Memorial Union glows in the evening Oct. 9 2017. Since 1928, the IMU has served as the center for student activities on the University of Iowa campus. It’s open 7 a.m. until midnight and offers a variety of study spaces, meeting areas, and meal spots.
dents and visitors, including maps, directions, and information about IMU events. Students can also check out umbrellas and recreation equipment like frisbees and soccer balls from the front desk.
Welcome Center
Student Legal Services
Located on the first floor, the Welcome Center offers general information for stu-
Student Legal Services provides confidential, free legal advice and affordable
The Hawkshop, located on the ground floor, is the go-to place to buy Hawkeye gear,including clothing and accessories. It also sells technology such as laptops and headphones, school supplies, and additional course materials.
Student Health Nurse Care Also located on the ground floor, Student Health Nurse
Care offers vaccinations, answers to student-health questions, and help filling out health care forms. It’s open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Thursday, and 9:45 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday.
Hills Bank Hills Bank is open during the week from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and is located on the ground floor of the IMU. Walk-ins are welcome for students to open a UI student checking account there.
Where to
buy tex
tbooks
Online vendors, such as Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and Chegg The Hawk Shop, IMU ground floor
Prairie Lights, 15 S. Dubuque St. Iowa Book, 8 S. Clinton St.
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FREE LEGAL ADVICE
BY LICENSED ATTORNEYS FOR UNIVERSITY STUDENTS Including but not limited to:
Alcohol Tickets • Criminal Law Landlord Issues • Divorce Small Claims Actions
319.335.3276
G115 Iowa Memorial Union student-legal@uiowa.edu legal.studentlife.uiowa.edu
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An unprecedented year From the first-in-the-nation caucuses to shifting university operations online in the face of a global pandemic, the 2019-2020 school year marked an unique year for the University of Iowa community. COVID-19 The worldwide COVID-19 outbreak upended life for the University of Iowa this spring. Efforts to stop the virus’s spread sent classes online, cut NCAA sports seasons short, and economic uncertainty left Hawks without jobs and graduates scrambling to solidify post-graduation plans. But the crisis also exposed Hawkeyes’ resiliency. Despite being hundreds of miles apart, Hawkeyes set up their laptops, logged onto classes, and connected virtually. In Iowa City, a group of med students helped doctors and medical workers out with chores, child care and grocery runs. Uncertainty hangs over the status of the fall semester, but university administrators are planning for in-person operations to resume.
by the Hawkeye State in their quest to capture the Democratic nomination for president. Former South Bend, Indiana Mayor Pete Buttigieg and Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders came within a razor-thin margin of each other, and Johnson County, home to the UI, went to Massachusetts Sen. Elizabeth Warren. However, glitches with a reporting app meant results weren’t fully reported until weeks after Feb. 3, throwing campaigns and media reporting into disarray.
P3 The UI signed a historic deal to lease its utility system as part of a public/private partnership. The $1.165 billion 50-year deal’s net proceeds will be invested in a new endowment and allocated
to campus to fill in annual funding gaps in the UI’s strategic plan. UI President Bruce Harreld likened signing the deal to drafting the U.S. Constitution.
Shakeup in Division of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion TaJuan Wilson, the former vice president for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, resigned in August after a seven-week stint in the position. He stayed on within the vice president’s office of external relations and was allowed to telecommute to work as he looked for another job. The university is slated to announce its new VP for DEI in spring 2021, which means students will have the chance to evaluate candidates this coming year.
Honoring Hawkeye greats Those who watched Hawkeye Football’s Holiday Bowl game win Dec. 27, 2019, may have noticed the Tigerhawk decal absent from players’ helmets. Just weeks before, on Dec. 17, legendary coach Hayden Fry died at the age of 90. In his 20 seasons with the Hawkeyes, he’s widely credited with turning the program around. In another loss to the Hawkeye sports family, former UI athletic department head Chalmers “Bump” Elliott died earlier in December. The 21-year leader hired some of the most influential coaches in Hawkeye history, including Fry and Dan Gable. At the bowl game, players added a “Bump” decal to honor Elliott.
Marching for change After Minneapolis police officers killed George Floyd nationwide protests spread nationwide, including in Iowa City. The UI and the City of Iowa City pledged to review and reform its policing policies after law enforcement met protesters with tear gas to block them from accessing I-80. The use of tear gas prompted calls from student groups and alumni for the UI to end contracts with the Iowa City Police Deaprtment, the Iowa State Patrol, and the Coralville Police Deaprtment. Iowa City Mayor Bruce Teague said he dissaproved of how the protest was handled, and city officials marched with protesters in the following days. A group called the Iowa Freedom Riders issued a series of 13 demands, which included rerouting a quarter of ICPD’s budget to social services.
Reshaping Hawkeye football Started by a Tweet from former Iowa offensive lineman James Daniels June 5, several former Hawkeye football players called out racial disparities and unfair treatment of black players in the Iowa football program. Several specifically referenced strength and conditioning coach Chris Doyle, who was placed on administrative leave. Hawkeye head coach Kirk Ferentz said he formed an advisory committee made up of former Iowa football players to drive change in the program.
Caucuses Iowa hosted the first-in-the-nation caucuses Feb. 3. In a year-long crescendo leading up to caucus night, nearly two dozen candidates stopped
Katie Goodale/The Daily Iowan UI senior Alex Beckmann (left) and brother Natheniel Beckmann move out of Currier residence hall on March 19. The University of Iowa announced March 18 that classes would be moved online and students would have to move out of the residence halls for the rest of the semester because of COVID-19.
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Campus adapts to COVID-19 University of Iowa starting semester with a hybrid of in-person, online learning. Some say it's not enough This fall, Hawkeyes are settling into an unprecedented semester. After sending students home in March to mitigate the spread of the novel coronavirus, the UI is returning students to campus for a hybrid in-person and online semester. The UI kept its start date — Aug. 24 — and will conduct classes virtually after Thanksgiving break. Iowa State University and the University of Northern Iowa started their semesters a week early, opting to end the semester at Thanksgiving. Classes of more than 50 students, such as online lecture classes, will be held virtually, with some discussion sections and labs to be held in person. Freshmen will each have at least one class in person. More than half of undergraduate hours are online, UI Interim Provost Kevin Kregel told reporters Aug. 10. UI administrators have stressed that their policies have made "room for choice" in whether to return to in-person learning. “Implementing these policies has created room for choice. Choice for our students, families, and our instructors,” Kregel said Aug. 10. Students can request accommadations to transition their classes online. Of new requirements — the UI will require masks to go into campus buildings, and promote social distancing. Iowa's 10 residence halls are open this year, filled with about 5,500 students. About 6,000 students live in the residence halls during a typical semester, according to UI administrators. There is space set aside for quarantine housing in nearly every residence hall, and Housing and Dining will attempt to keep residents in isolation “on the same side of the river” as their home residence hall. Stange said who will be informed when a student tests positive in a residence hall depends on contact tracing guidelines from Johnson County Public Health. Iowa State, which is testing all of its students in the residence halls, found about 140 students tested positive from move-in until the first week of classes. The UI isn't conducting mass testing of students in the residence halls. Kregel said the university was following state and federal guidelines in not administering mass testing, adding that that could lead to false hope among students with innaccurate test results and a high cost to administer. Some students and faculty, though, say it's not enough to keep the UI community safe. The Campaign to Organize Graduate Students protested the in-person semester outside the IMU in early August, urging the university to pivot to online classes. Student governments urged the administration to move to online instruction and 280 instructors signed a pledge committing to a digital return to campus. A public petition calling for the university to move to online learning has collected more than 700 petitions as of Aug. 18.
Katie Goodale/The Daily Iowan The Pentacrest is seen on March 30. Campus was empty as students began their first day of online classes.
Board of Regents Mike Richards, regent president
Patty Cownie, regent president pro tem
David Barker
Sherry Bates
Nancy Boettger
Milt Dakovich
Nancy Dunkel
Jim Lindenmayer
Zach Leist, student regent
Fast Facts What is the state Board of Regents? The nine-member board is appointed by the governor and approved by the Senate that oversees: • the University of Iowa • Iowa State University • the University of Northern Iowa • Iowa School for the Deaf • Iowa Braille and Sight Saving School What do the regents do? Make major institutional decisions, including: • Set tuition and housing rates • Approve university construction projects • Hire university presidents • Declare a state of emergency, such as when COVID-19 his and the regents authorized universities to conduct classes virtually
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Key University of Iowa leaders University administrators chart the course for the 30,000-student campus. Here are the UI’s top decision-makers. President Bruce Harreld University of Iowa President Bruce Harreld has served in his position since November 2015, after he was appointed by the state Board of Regents amid protests from the Hawkeye community. With a background in business, working with companies such as Kraft Foods, Boston Market, and IBM, Harreld did not have the higher-education experience that many campus community members believed was necessary for him to effectively run the university. His term as the UI’s 21st president is slated to end in 2023 unless extended by the regents. The governing board in 2019 extended his contract, which was initially set to expire this November. Since 2015, Harreld has charted the course through a $1.165 billion utility system
public/private partnership and a pandemic. After Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds suggested the state universities explore funding options other than state support, Harreld presented the UI’s plans for a public/private agreement with campus utilities to fill a funding gap for the university’s strategic plan. The 50-year deal, approved by the regents in December, closed in March and will allow the UI to fund strategic initiatives. This semester, Harreld has helped orchestrate the university’s COVID-19 response, which included transitioning classes online, directing employees to work remotely, and preparing UI Hospitals and Clinics to cautiously treat patients with the disease. Each year, Harreld conducts a President’s Leadership Class offered to second-year students to develop students’
leadership skills.
UI Interim Kevin Kregel
Provost
The UI named Kevin Kregel interim provost July 16, to fill the role after the UI reached a settlement agreement with then-Provost monserrat Fuentes. Kregel, who was the executive vice provost and senior associate provost for faculty, will last at least two years “to provide stability,” the UI said at the time. Fuentes began as provost in June 2019, and implemented initiatives geared toward first -generation students and underrepresented students, faculty, and staff. Kregel’s appointment by Harreld is pending approval by the state Board of Regents.
Interim VP for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Liz Tovar
Katie Goodale/The Daily Iowan Candidate for the role of Vice President of Student Life Sarah Hansen speaks during a forum at the IMU on Feb. 4. Hansen graduated from the University of Iowa with a Bachelor of Arts in Education and a Masters in Arts in Sociology. (Ryan Adams/The Daily Iowan) Liz Tovar, the University of Iowa’s associate athletics director for student-athlete academic services, was appointed by Kregel in July to the position. A search for a permanent associate vice president is ongoing following the resignation of the previous administrator, TaJuan Wilson, who held the position for seven weeks. He signed a separation agreement with the UI to stay on as special assistant to the vice president for External Relations through January while he searched for another job.
VP for Student Life Sarah Hansen
Ryan Adams/The Daily Iowan University of Iowa President Bruce Harreld speaks during an interview with The Daily Iowan in the Adler Journalism Building on Feb. 13.
Vice President for Student Life Sarah Hansen was appointed to the position in March, just before students left campus amid community
spread of the novel coronavirus. Hansen previously served as associate vice president for Student Life and helped manage strategic planning in the UI Provost’s Office. As one of four finalists for the position, Hansen said in a public forum earlier this year that she will focus on expanding upon learning opportunities, experience, and exposure for a diverse community of UI students, faculty, and staff.
Senior VP for Finance and Operations Rod Lehnertz As UI Senior Vice President for Finance and Operations, Rod Lehnertz manages the planning, design, construction projects, and more for the university. Lehnertz began at the UI as an architect and project manager in 1994 and
helped the university through the aftermath of the 2008 flood. He continues to spearhead construction and renovation projects on buildings at the heart of campus and at UIHC.
VP for Medical Affairs Brooks Jackson UI Vice President for Medical Affairs and Carver College of Medicine Dean Brooks Jackson is helping guide UI Health Care through the COVID-19 pandemic. In his role, Jackson has helped integrate planning and operations for the College of Medicine, UIHC, and UI Physicians, which together make up UI Health Care. Jackson also serves as a pathology professor and is internationally recognized for his research on AIDS.
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Quality care at UI health services The University of Iowa’s health care system, regarded as one of the best medical programs and facilities in the nation, provides services from quick appointments to long-term consultation. is regarded as one of the leading hospitals in the nation, receiving high rankings from Forbes Magazine for its world-renowned departments and faculty. An 811-bed hospital, UIHC admits about 37,000 people annually for in-patient care. The hospital’s medical Katie Goodale/The Daily Iowan main complex sprawls University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics as seen on Sept 17, 2018. across the west University of Iowa Hospitals and side of the UI campus, at 200 Hawkins Dr., with outpatient care services also offered Clinics at UI Health Care-Iowa River Landing in University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics Coralville, and at UI Health Care clinics and
QuickCare locations throughout Eastern Iowa. In total, UIHC has over 200 outpatient clinic and care areas throughout the state. Its main campus offers medical assistance 24/7 with its Emergency Care wing and has resident psychologists and psychiatrists available for any student seeking therapy or further assistance.
Stead Family Children’s Hospital Iowa’s only nationally ranked children’s hospital, the UI Stead Family Children’s Hospital, cared for 83,937 pediatric cancer patients and children with medical disorders. The new hospital building, which overlooks Kinnick Stadium, opened its doors in February 2017. After the first quarter of each football game, fans wave to kids on the top floor of the hospital, a Hawkeye tradition dubbed the “Iowa Wave.”
Carver College of Medicine UIHC is the only academic medical-care
center in the state of Iowa and offers aspiring medical students hands-on experience with award-winning faculty and staff. First-year students can work at the hospital or volunteer in various wards and departments.
LGBTQ+ Clinic The LGBTQ+ clinic, established in 2012, offers sexual health services by clinic staff with LGBTQ-specific cultural humility training. The clinic is dedicated to those seeking sexual health services such as HIV testing and prevention, gynecological services, and mental health services.
Making an appointment with Student Health or Student Wellness Students can set up a MyChart account and schedule appointments online or call 319335-8394 to reserve a time.
Navigating student health services Located in Westlawn on 200 Newton Road, Student Health is only a short bus ride, walk, or ride from both the east and west sides of campus. The clinic offers students unlimited visits to health-care providers who are board-certified MDs in family medicine, psy-
chiatry and gynecology, certified physician assistants, and certified Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioners. Student Health offers medical services such as evaluation and treatment of illness and injury, physicals, sleep problems, chronic
Taking care of Hawks’ mental health • What is University Counseling Service? University Counseling Service offers a variety of free resources to UI students seeking counseling including appointments, workshops, online resources and group therapy. • Where is UCS? East side: University Capitol Centre on the east side of campus West side: Westlawn Other, smaller offices: Catlett Hall, the Dental Sciences Building, and the Jacobson Football Operations Building • How do I make an appointment? UCS is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Students should call the office to schedule a consultation appointment with one of its counselors. After the initial appointment, students can make a plan with the UCS counselor for what services fit the student’s needs. • In a crisis Students dealing with a crisis can call UCS and check availability for a same-day, 30-minute appointment or speak with a Consultant-on-Duty. In an emergency, call 911.
disease management, skin issues, mental-health issues, women’s health care, sexually transmitted disease diagnosis and treatment, weight management services, eating disorder evaluation and treatment, Michael Guhin/The Daily Iowan LGBTQ services, immunotherapy The Westlawn Student Health and Wellness building is seen on Apr. 17, 2019. (allergy shots), international travel vaccinations, a Nurseline Student Wellness, a department separate students can call during business hours, a from Student Health, focuses on a holistic nurse clinic for completion of health require- approach to student health. It’s is located at ments and recommended immunizations, an Westlawn with a secondary location in the on-site laboratory, and coordination of care Campus Recreation and Wellness Center. with UIHC specialists, Student Wellness and Student Wellness offers services for students in fitness, nutrition, stress management, alUniversity Counseling Service. The fee that students pay along with tui- cohol, drugs, tobacco and e-cigarettes, sexual tion supports office visits at no charge, along health, and sleep. Some specific programs with educational and preventive measures to include a 5k/10k training program, intuitive keep the entire campus healthy. eating workshops, light therapy box checkCharges for labs, tests, vaccinations, and out, and Refresh, which teaches students some exams are submitted to a student’s about getting a restful night of sleep. health insurance or can be charged to U-bill.
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I’m the first First Gen @ Iowa First Gen @ Iowa is a campus-wide initiative to celebrate and support first-generation students. The foundation of the First Gen @ Iowa initiative, the First-Generation Task Force reviewed research and best practices related to supporting first-generation students. The task force partnered with University of Iowa Undergraduate Student Government to host an annual First-Generation Summit in April 2019 to celebrate first-generation students and their accomplishments.
First-gen Living Learning Community The First-Generation Living Learning Commu-
nity Located in Stanley Hall is an option for students whose parents haven’t completed a four-year degree. The LLC allows students to meet with peers of the same identity, build relationships with faculty members, and learn about programs and resources geared toward first-generation students.
Iowa Edge and TRIO Student Support Services Iowa Edge is a threeday-long program before the start of the school year to ease the academic and social transition to the UI for students who are first-generation, African American, Alaskan Native, American Indian, Asian American, Pacific Islander, Latinx, or LGBTQ. Stu-
dents can apply online until June 26 for the program, which is slated to continue as scheduled. A continuation of the short program, Iowa Edge Student Organization pairs students with faculty, mentors, fosters a community, and builds leadership skills. The organization’s initiatives aim to increase student retention, student diversity, and the quality of student life at the UI. TRIO Student Support Services is a federally funded program to coach students on topics such as the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, graduate school applications, and more for students who are first-generation and/ or low income and demonstrate academic need.
The University of Iowa offers a number of resources to help guide first-generation students, those whose parents or guardians did not complete a four-year degree.
OFFICE OF STUDENT FINANCIAL AID Phone: 319-335-1450 Email: financial-aid@uiowa.edu Website: financialaid.uiowa.edu
The office helps connect students to work-study jobs, scholarships, grants, loans, as well as offers financial-literacy counselors that can help you plan and make monetary decisions.
• Contact the office to make sure changes to your course load won’t affect financial aid • Use MyUI to change mailing address and direct deposit info to get aid after it’s applied to U-bill
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Sexual-misconduct support available The University of Iowa offers confidential and nonconfidential sexual-misconduct resources for students who need to seek help. The University of Iowa provides a variety of resources, both confidential and nonconfidential, to support students who may experience sexual misconduct during their time at the University of Iowa. Sexual misconduct can include sexual assault, sexual harassment, stalking, or dating/domestic violence. While students may report to the police and seek medical assistance for a forensics exam, there are also on-campus options to assist them. For those seeking confidential resources, students can turn to the Rape Victim Advocacy Program or the Domes-
tic Violence Intervention Program, both of which have 24-hour hotlines and in-person offices. For counseling services, in addition to RVAP, students can seek assistance at the University Counseling Service and the Women’s Resource and Action Center, all confidentially. For those seeking to report sexual misconduct, the Office of the Sexual Misconduct Response Coordinator can take reports via email, phone call, in person, or by an online form. Resident assistants are also mandatory reporters that have knowledge of the resources available on campus.
Confidential resources Rape Victim Advocacy Program • 24-hour hotline: 319-3356000 Domestic Violence Intervention Program • 24-hour hotline: 800-3731043 University Counseling Service • 319-335-7294 Women’s Resource and Action Center • 319-335-1486
How to report sexual misconduct Office of the Sexual Misconduct Response Coordinator • osmrc.uiowa.edu • 319-335-6200 • osmrc@uiowa.edu
Jake Maish/The Daily Iowan The entrance to the Domestic Violence Intervention Program office is seen on April 30.
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IOWA CITY LIFE
The 319’ is more than a learning experience for college students. How are you going to spend your free time?
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Managing your money in Iowa City University of Iowa students have plenty of choices of local and national banks close to campus as Hawkeyes decide how to handle their finances. For many Hawkeyes, keeping track of personal funds is a necessity. Luckily, there are several different banking options and ATMs within walking distance of the University of Iowa campus.
all UI students, staff, and alumni along with all Iowa residents and select Illinois and Wisconsin counties. GreenState also helps provide financial education to area schools and businesses.
Hills Bank and Trust With two offices located in the heart of campus, Hills Bank and Trust is one option for UI students looking for a financial institution. One office operates from the ground floor of the IMU, while the other is located in the Old Capitol Mall. A student checking account offers free checking, free online and mobile banking, and free Xpress transfer. Additionally, Hills Bank offers UI employee advantage checking that can connect with a student’s IowaOne identification card.
GreenState Credit Union GreenState is Iowa’s largest credit union. Formerly known as the University of Iowa Community Credit Union, membership is open to
National Banks For students looking for a bank with a larger scope, three different national banks have offices in downtown Iowa City near campus. Wells Fargo, MidwestOne, and U.S. Bank all have locations within walking distance.
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ATM LOCATIONS
Burge Hall, Hillcrest Hall 102 S. Clinton St., entrance to MidWestOne Bank 103 E. College St., on the Ped Mall 25 W. Burlington St., Kum & Go IMU ground floor 201 S. Clinton St. in the Old Capitol Mall 119 E. College St., on the Ped Mall 204 E. Washington St., U.S. Bank
Hannah Kinson/The Daily Iowan Hills Bank and Trust Company is seen on April 17, 2019.
A brief guide to public transportation From buses to biking, Iowa City offers several modes of transportation for Hawkeyes to get where they need to be.
Whether University of Iowa students live on campus or off, there are various transportation options throughout Iowa City to help them get around. Incoming students should download the Transit App from the app store for live updates on bus routes and stops. The app also allows users to plan trips, add favorite stops or routes, and customize routes based on a destination search.
Nite Ride The UI also offers a free and safe transportation service that runs from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. every night for students who are out late. Nite Ride can be contacted through the number on the back of any UI student’s student ID, or can be booked through the HawkTools app or on their website. Students can ride for free and share their shuttle, or pay a $1 fee for express service.
Biking UI, Iowa City, Coralville buses
Katina Zentz/The Daily Iowan A Cambus passes by the Main Library on Sept. 26, 2019.
The Cambus is a public, student-driven, and free form of transportation that runs seven days a week around campus. The Blue, Red, Interdorm, and Hawkeye Interdorm routes all stop at each residence hall and the Main Library. The Cambus also offers specialized on-demand transportation for students, faculty, and staff with disabilities in vehicles called bionic buses. Iowa City and Coralville Transportation both have bus routes that come through campus, and students can purchase an Iowa City or Coralville U-Pass, which offers a student-discounted fare. Masks are required.
The UI was awarded a silver bike-friendly designation by the League of American Bicyclists. Bike racks dot the campus, and downtown Iowa City. Several downtown streets, including Clinton, Jefferson, Governor, and Dodge Streets have bikeways.
Campus parking Students can park their own cars at the Hawk Lot — accessible via the Cambus Hawkeye Interdorm route. Students can also buy a daytime parking pass for campus parking lots or a night and weekend permit — which allows them to park on campus on weekends and after 4:30 p.m. on weekdays.
Where the Hawks shop The Iowa City Downtown district has got every Hawkeye covered with unique clothing styles and more. 1 Prairie Lights Books & Cafe 2 Tailgate Iowa 3 Iowa Book LLC 4 Pitaya 5 White Rabbit 6 Catherines Boutique 7 Dulcinéa 9 Ragstock 10 Active Endeavors 11 Benders Studio 12 RAYGUN 14 Bread Garden Market 15 Sweet and Treats Graphic by Kate Doolittle
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Right next to the University of Iowa campus is Iowa City’s Downtown District. Filled with local shops, eateries, and entertainment spots, downtown is the beating heart of Iowa City. For avid readers, Prairie Lights Bookstore has everything from well-known autobiographies to science-fiction novels. There’s even a coffee shop above the bookstore for you to sit in while delving into your new read. If reading comic books and graphic novels are your first choice, Daydreams Comics sells both. For the latest Hawkeye gear, check out Tailgate and Iowa Book. Each store offers a wide range of UI merchandise, including black and gold tops and bottoms, home decor, and Herky-themed accessories. Iowa Book also sells several textbooks and course materials for classes at the UI. If you’re more keen on clothes that don’t represent your favorite college, swing by Pitaya, White Rabbit, Catherine’s, or Dulcinea. These locally owned shops have the trendiest clothes to make your sharp fashion sense stand out. For Hawkeyes that appreciate a vintage look, Revival and Ragstock
have your back. Both shops boast a diverse stock of vintage clothes, accessories, and shoes to fuel your passion. Before your next workout at the Campus Recreation and Wellness Center, be sure to stop at Active Endeavors to browse a wide range of brand-name athletic clothing and shoes so your workout outfit is on point. Bender’s Studio is another hot spot for workout gear. Raygun is a fun downtown shop, known for selling iconic T-shirts with memorable quotes. Bread Garden Market has any food you could possibly crave, and when you have a sweet tooth, go to Sweets and Treats for candies ranging from gummy bears to your favorite chocolate. Blick Art Materials has all your project needs covered, especially if you’re an art major. Located in the Old Capitol Mall, Blick has top-notch materials ranging from watercolor paint to sketchbooks to keep your projects looking beautiful. For beautiful handmade jewelry, Beadology Iowa and Glassando offer a wide range of beads, necklaces, earrings, and bracelets to accessorize with.
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Old Capitol Mall: a downtown hub The Old Capitol Mall is home to quick-bite restaurants and several University of Iowa offices. Positioned between Voxman Music Building and the Pentacrest is The Old Capitol Mall on the block of S. Clinton and Washington Streets. The mall houses several dining options, a CVS Pharmacy, and many beauty services offering tanning, waxing, and nail care. Students can order a prescription for pickup or transfer an order from home to CVS. All the Old Cap shops and restaurants are located on its first floor. From Chipotle and Freddy’s to Buffalo Wild Wings and Panera Bread, there are plenty of fast and casual options that are easy for students to swing into to grab a bite between classes. Also located on the first
floor is one of the main offices for University Counseling Service, where students can easily schedule a free set of counseling appointments or a consultation to determine the best counseling plan for you. Across from UCS is a UI QuickCare facility, a walkin medical clinic available to students and anyone in the Iowa City community. QuickCare allows students to seek medical attention without the hassle of scheduling a doctor’s appointment. The second floor of the Old Capitol Mall houses several UI offices including the Study Abroad Office, the UI Services Center, and the UI Center for Diversity and Enrichment. This space provides academ-
ic coaching and programs to help underserved students at the UI. Whether you’re in need of lunch, toiletries, or a health check-up, the Old Capitol Mall can help satisfy all your needs and is conveniently located on campus and in Iowa City.
FOOD AT THE OLD CAPITOL MALL Bubble Pop Buffalo Wild Wings China Star Chipotle Mexican Grill Cookies and More Freddy’s I love Pho Noodles & Co. Sweets and Treats Seoul Grill TSpoons
Roman Slabach/The Daily Iowan Old Captiol Mall as seen from the AirCare helicopter on March 20, 2019 in Iowa City, Iowa.
Iowa City’s outdoor mall Located in the heart of Iowa City, the Pedestrian Mall offers a fun place for students to shop and grab a bite. With live music, a variety of small shops, locally-owned restaurants, and vivid nightlife, the Pedestrian Mall, is the heart of the Iowa City Downtown District. Known commonly as the Ped Mall, the Pedestrian Mall offers over two dozen shops and restaruants, all clustered around an open area dotted with park benches. The space is newly renovated, having just completed the Pedestrian Mall Improvements Project in 2019 to improve accessibility, infrastructure, and the overall feel of the area, according to the city’s website. Regularly featuring local musicians, street performers, and demonstrations, the Ped Mall is a frequent stop for University of Iowa students and Katie Goodale/The Daily Iowan Iowa City residents. Students can grab a cup of frozen yogurt The Ped Mall is seen on April 4. Downtown was quiet during the first weekend after spring break as from Yotopia or Aspen Leaf, or classes have been moved online due to the coronavirus. spend time shopping, in cute
boutiques like Pitaya, or Textiles. Great food is never more than a few steps away, and opportunities to hear live music are never short. No matter what students are looking for in their spare time, the scenic Ped Mall has it all. The Ped Mall was originally constructed in the 1970s as part of a government-sponsored, urban-renewal program. The strip is located across from the Old Capitol Mall and extends across Clinton Street to Linn Street and from Washington Street to College Street. Key features include a colorful children’s playground with a spongy surface, a series of bronze sculptures, and benches that are ideal for studying outdoors or meeting up with friends. Food carts often operate on the walkway between storefronts, serving gyros, grilled cheese, and tacos for a quick
bite. If they have a little extra time, however, students can stop by any one of the many restaurants in the Ped Mall for fantastic food. Many restaurants offer both indoor and outdoor seating options for diners to enjoy. Free concerts and music events are offered in the warmer months and bring the close-knit Iowa City community even closer together through live music. The Ped Mall also often hosts pop-up shops like the annual Holiday Market/Pop-up shops, where local retailers sell Christmas and holiday decor. It’s also home to cultural festivals. During the Iowa City Latino Festival, vendors set up shop with dishes like roasted corn on the cob and Latinx music is performed live or played through speakers. Stop by the Ped Mall for a cup of coffee, a new outfit, a meal, or a fun night out.
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Iowa City’s dining hot spots The downtown district offers meal options for a quick bite between classes or a nice meal when the family is in town.
Late-night bites
Nice dinners
Eat, drink deals
4 Mesa Pizza 3 Pancheros 7 Dumpling Darling 11 Estela’s 10 Uncle Sun
5 St. Burch Tavern 9 Iowa Chop House 6 Pullman Bar 1 Clinton Street Social Club
13 Cactus 8 Cactus 3 12 Formosa 2 The Airliner
The Iowa City Downtown District offers a variety of restaurant options at a plethora of price points. Late-night bites
Eat, drink deals
Iowa City night owls can hit up staples like Mesa Pizza, with $4 specialty pizza slices — in varieties such as mac and cheese and cheesy potato. Pancheros offers quality burritos at any time of day and Dumpling Darling also normally stays open late into the night. Estelas offers $1 Taco Tuesday deals, and Uncle Sun has a wide array of Chinese bites.
Food and drink deals can be found for nearly each day of the week in Iowa City. Varying are offered at Cactus and Cactus 3. Formosa, the favored sushi restaurant among Iowa City residents, offers $3 sushi rolls on Tuesdays and Thursdays. The Airliner, directly across from campus, offers $1 pizza slices on Sundays. Dumpling Darling sells dollar dumplings every day from 3-5 p.m.
Nice dinners For when the parents are in town visiting or you just feel like treating yourself, nice dinner options for a night out on the town include eateries such as St. Burch Tavern, Iowa Chop House, Pullman Bar, or Clinton Street Social Club. Each provides upscale dining options.
Delivery options For those looking to stay at home, the local delivery service CHOMP offers takeout options for most downtown restaurants. Individuals can order online or through the app. Other delivery-service options include DoorDash or Grubhub.
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Pentacrest Museums offer glimpse of Iowa City history Free to the public, the Pentacrest Museums bring culture and history to campus. Among the many learning experiences available across campus are the University of Iowa Pentacrest Museums. Located in both Macbride Hall and the Old Capitol, these museums are free and normally open to the public. The Museum of Natural History in Macbride is home to Rusty the Giant Sloth. Visitors can walk through a display of Iowa’s 500 million years of natural and cultural heritage. Each floor offers exhibits in a different historical period, while the ground floor is dedicated solely to the museum and doesn’t contain any classrooms. In six different exhibits, you can explore Iowa’s history from the Jurassic Periods to the Ice Age to the present. The Old Capitol Museum represents the pioneering spirit of the state of Iowa and the UI. The building once housed the state governing body, when Iowa City served as the state’s capital from 1846 to 1857 before that title moved to Des Moines. The Old Capitol has now been renovated into a museum featuring Iowa City and UI history Visitors to the Old Capitol can explore the former senate or supreme court chambers. The museum seeks to educate the public on the continuing significance of the humanities through public outreach initiatives, educational programming, exhibitions, and academic scholarship. Both museums are usually open Tuesdays through Sundays, with hours ranging from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Tate Hildyard/The Daily Iowan Rusty the Giant Sloth is seen in the Pentacrest Museum in Macbride Hall on April 16, 2019.
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Meet the Iowa City City Council Put faces to the names of the seven-member city council that oversees Iowa City’s operations.
Nichole Harris/The Daily Iowan The Iowa City City Council is composed of seven elected councilors that meet on the first and third Tuesday of every month. Together, they make decisions on matters important to students such as downtown housing construction and environmental projects. The council typically holds a work session at 5 p.m. followed by a formal meeting at 7 p.m. Three councilors represent the districts of the city, three are elected at large, and the mayor is a previous member elected by fellow councilors to serve for a two-year term. Bruce Teague Mayor Bruce Teague was elected into his first two-year term as mayor in 2020 after sitting on the council for a little over a year. Teague founded Caring Hands & More LLC, a service agency that designs plans of care for
community members, and CHARM Homes. Mazahir Salih was elected mayor pro tempore in 2020 after sitting on the council for two years. She is widely cited as the first Sudanese woman in the country to be elected to public office. Outside of the council, Salih is a community organizer at the Center for Worker Justice and an oncall EEG technician at University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics. Laura Bergus was Laura Bergus elected to her first four-year term on the council in 2020. She is a practicing attorney and mediator at Hayek, Moreland, Smith & Bergus, LLP with a bache-
Mazahir Salih
lor’s degree in anthropology and a J.D. from the UI. Janice Weiner was Janice Weiner elected to her first four-year term on the council in 2020. She has a B.A. from Princeton University and a J.D. from Stanford Law School. Additionally, Weiner is a retired U.S. Foreign Service Officer who grew up in Iowa City. Pauline Taylor was Pauline Taylor elected to her first four-year term on the council in January 2016 and is currently in her second term, representing District A. Outside of the council, she works as a regis-
tered nurse at UIHC.
Susan Mims was elected to her first four-year term on the council in January 2010 and is currently in her third term, representing District B. She has a B.S. in biomedical engineering and a M.S. in industrial engineering from the UI. John Thomas was John Thomas elected to his first fouryear term in January 2016 and is currently in his second term, representing District C. He is a retired landscape architect and currently a board member for Friends of Hickory Hill Park.
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Live shows in Iowa City The University of Iowa campus spills into downtown Iowa City, where, under normal circumstances, there is never a shortage of entertainment. Professional and community theater venues dot the Iowa City map and opportunities to hear live music are abundant every weekend downtown. All creators from indie filmmakers to photographers are able to thrive in the scenic, welcoming atmosphere Iowa City provides.
Theaters The Englert Located at 221 E. Washington St., The Englert Theater is an ideal entertainment venue in Iowa City, and hosts events every week. Featured performances include comedians, magicians, singers, lecturers, workshops, and community discussions. Upcoming fall 2020 events include stand-up comedian Tig Notaro and musician Lilly Hiatt. The Englert also hosts the Witching Hour Festival in the fall.
Hancher Auditorium Hancher Auditorium is the largest performing arts venue on campus. Events are postponed until 2021, but will offer virtual events. The theater presents music, dance, lectures, and theater in normal circumstances, and offers reduced student ticket prices for most events.
Riverside Theater From classical theater to new works, Riverside Theater presents professional performances from September through April. The venue has left their Gilbert Street location and will partner with area venues to put on shows in their upcoming season. The nonprofit theater employs over 100 actors a year
Megan Nagorzanski/The Daily Iowan The cast of Uncle Vanya performs at the Riverside Theater on Sept. 12, 2019.
FilmScene For students in search of a unique venue to see new, old, independent or international movies, FilmScene is the place to go. The cinema has two locations in Iowa City, one smaller venue at 118 E. College St., on the Pedestrian Mall, and at the brand new FilmScene at the Chauncey at 404 E. College St. FilmScene is a nonprofit organization that works with Bijou Film Board, a student-run organization.
Music Gabe’s With events all throughout the week, live music can be viewed in an intimate setting at Gabe’s on 330 E. Washington St. The venue has booked artists for the fall including Caskey in September and Misery Signals in November. Average ticket prices range between $10-$20.
The Mill Restaurant Located on 120 E. Burlington St., The Mill offers an abundance of live performances, from open-mics to live music, in an intimate setting ideal for relaxing or jamming on the weekend. The venue features both local talent and touring artists.
Yacht Club
Jenna Galligan/The Daily Iowan Lead vocalist Anthony Worden Sings, accompanied by Avery Mossman on keys and Capel Howorth on bass during an Anthony The Yacht Club is located on 13 S. Linn St. Located in the same building as the historic Studio 13 nightclub, the venue features a wide variety of local artists. Past Worden and the Illiterati concert at Gabe’s on Feb. 28. The band used the show to celebrate the release of their new album, ‘Voila.’ events have included Iowa City favorites Lily Detaeye and Fiona Grey.
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Iowa City blends The Iowa City Downtown District is well known for its many coffee shops, where students can spend their mornings, afternoons, and evenings studying or hanging out.
Katie Goodale/The Daily Iowan Prairie Lights is seen on July 30, 2019. Iowa City offers a number of café options sure to satisfy every caffeine drinker’s palette. From the laid back to the vivacious, check out this list of places to visit when in Iowa City.
musicians, and stand-up comedians for café visitors to enjoy while they sip their drinks. High Ground is a late-night option for visitors and keeps its doors open until 11 p.m. under normal circumstances.
The Java House
Prairie Lights
A locally owned café with multiple Iowa City locations, the Java House offers a cozy atmosphere and a menu of flavored or traditional coffees, various teas, and more. Popular Java House locations include on the ground floor of the IMU, downtown at 211 E. Washington St., and on the second floor of the Pappajohn Biomedical Discovery Building.
Prairie Lights, 15 S. Dubuque St., is a quaint, tucked away coffee shop located on the second floor above its bookstore. The coffee shop serves a variety of seasonal and traditional coffees and teas along with beers and wines. It’s the perfect place to settle in with a book and coffee.
Poindexter Connected to the Graduate Hotel, Poindexter, 210 S. Dubuque St., is a schoolthemed cafe with drinks and breakfast foods to keep students fueled up and focused. The walls of Poindexter are covered in more than 180,000 No. 2 pencils and Iowa-centric art from Raygun.
High Ground Cafe Each week, High Ground Cafe, 301 E. Market St., hosts artists including poets,
Cortado Cortado, 26 S. Clinton St. sits directly across from Schaeffer Hall on the Pentacrest. The wide variety of caffeinated drinks makes Cortado a convenient place to meet friends for breakfast or lunch.
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Navigating a new home away from home UI International Programs offers resources to students from around the world to help Hawkeyes feel at home in a new city. International students at the University of Iowa have multiple resources available to them to help ease their transition to campus, including programs and staffers in International Student and Scholar Services. These resources are available for students year-round to help international Hawks acclimate to life on campus, in Iowa City, and in a new country. The UI enrolled 2,411 international students in spring 2020. To help international students adjust to living in the U.S., UI International Programs has a
Guide to Living in Iowa City, additional information on cultural adjustment, and a program called Life in Iowa. The Guide to Living in Iowa City covers often confusing information about the city, such as banking, transportation systems, communications services, housing, safety, and more. The cultural-adjustment information covers how to cope with culture shock, nonverbal communication, American customs, and other important tips and suggestions. An extended orientation program, called Life in Iowa, offers Graphic by Sarah Watson
workshops in academics, cultural events, career information, and social events throughout the year. It also includes intercultural training opportunities through workshops and programs for students, staff, and faculty to increase awareness, build skills, and recognize ways culture impacts behaviors, values, and interactions inside and outside the classroom. Student-life organizations and activities also work to welcome international students by providing community groups on campus such as Friends for International Students, International Women’s Club, Friends Without Borders, and many more. These clubs and organizations build connections for students all across the university — whether that be with mentors, peers, or new friends.
Emily Wangen/The Daily Iowan Students eat a “midwestern-style supper” during the Global Buddies program kick-off on Sept. 10, 2019. Global Buddies is a program that pairs international students with domestic students.
International Student and Scholar Services offers immigration services and intercultural programming: 319-335-0335 | international.uiowa.edu
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GETTING INVOLVED
Trying new things may be scary at first, but Iowa offers opportunities for every person on campus.
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Dancing the day and night away
Coming up on its 27th year, the University of Iowa’s largest student organization has raised millions of dollars for pediatric cancer patients. For Dance Marathon, the largest student organization on the University of Iowa campus, everything is “For the Kids.” Now in its 27th year, Dance Marathon has raised more than $30 million for pediatric oncology and bone marrow transplants. All donations go to the UI Stead Family Children’s Hospital to benefit the kids. Dance Marathon hosts its Big Event every year in the Iowa Memorial Union, where over 4,000 participants will stand and dance for over 24 hours as they continue to fundraise. The event involves a whirlwind of emotions and pride as students meet the families they dance for and support the true heroes of their efforts — the kids. The Big Event also includes activities for dancers throughout the 24-hour period. To be a dancer and attend the 24-hour Big Event, students must raise over $500.
Katina Zentz/The Daily Iowan Participants dance during the Power Hour in UI Dance Marathon 26 at the IMU on Feb. 8.
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Hawkeyes practicing their faith
University of Iowa students have many different opportunities to connect with their faith on campus or throughout Iowa City. Whether students are looking to continue lifelong worshipping practices, or just curious about spirituality, the University of Iowa and City of Iowa City both offer a variety of options that enable community members to get in touch with their faith. The Association of Campus Ministries at the UI has nine different participating ministries: • Chabad-Lubchavit • Geneva Campus Ministry • InterVarsity Christian Fellowship • Iowa Hillel (Jewish) • Lutheran Campus Ministry (ELCA) • Newman Catholic Student Center • Orthodox Christian Fellowship • St. Paul’s Lutheran Chapel (LCMS) Other faith-based student organizations include Salt Company, the Muslim Student Association, the Imam Mahdi Association, and Tau Omega Catholic Service Fraternity. Many of these groups have informational sessions for prospective members to kick off each semester.
Areas of Religious Study The UI Religious Studies Department and Philosophy Department offer a variety of coursework for students who seek to dive deeper into religious history and understanding of spirituality. Select courses highlight various religions and traditions.
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Islamic Society of Iowa City, 114. E. Prentiss St. Agudas Achim Congregation, 602 E. Washington St. B’Nei B’Rith Hillel Foundation, 122 E. Market St. First United Methodist Church, 214 E. Jefferson St. Congregational United Church, 30 N. Clinton St. St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 228 E. Jefferson St.
Jenna Galligan/The Daily Iowan Iowa Hillel House is seen on April 21. Iowa Hillel hosts Shabbat services and dinner every week during the school year.
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Journalism thrives at the UI
Dive into a career in journalism, covering every element of the UI and Iowa City communities with The Daily Iowan or KRUI.
Michael Guhin/The Daily Iowan The Daily Iowan office is seen on Feb. 26, 2019. It is located on the first floor of the Adler Journalism Building.
The Daily Iowan and KRUI are two well-established organizations for students who intend to pursue a career in journalism, or those who are simply interested in creating content while learning about the community, can easily get involved. The DI is a 152-year-old, student-run news organization in the Adler Journalism Building that is independent from the university. It has won various awards, including the Iowa Newspaper Association’s 2020 Newspaper of the Year and Best All-Around Daily Student Newspaper from the Society
of Professional Journalists for the 2019 calendar year. Students can work in paid positions at the DI producing print, broadcast, and digital content about the university and the local communities. It publishes a daily print paper and online news, opinions, sports, politics, arts, photo, and films sections daily. KRUI Radio (89.7 FM) is the other main journalism outlet on campus, focused on radio broadcast and producing audio content. Known as Iowa City’s “sound alternative,” it originated in 1952. According to its website, KRUI seeks to provide the
Iowa City community with a “unique programming alternative in music, news, and sports.” A majority of its broadcasts showcase lesser-known music and specialty shows that feature a wide range of topics — “everything from funk to post-modern classical stylings.”
HOW TO JOIN The Daily Iowan • Go to dailyiowan.com/jobs and email the editor at sarah-e-watson@uiowa.edu with any questions KRUI • Learn about opportunities at krui.fm/about/jobs/ and contact the department directors
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Embracing cultural identities Four cultural centers and over 100 different student organizations on campus support the success of underrepresented populations at the University of Iowa.
The four different multicultural houses on campus help foster the success of underserved populations. Each center provides a “home-away-from-home,” atmosphere to students, supporting them both academically and socially. Each center can be utilized for student organization events, cultural-education resources, and as a safe-haven for students to decompress. All four centers contain amenities which include a fully-stocked kitchen, a living and dining room, wireless internet, Netflix and Pandora, computers, printers, TVs, and board games.
Afro-American Cultural Center Founded in 1968, the Afro-American Cultural Center, dubbed “Afro-House,” is a welcoming and inclusive area for Black students to feel at home. Located at 303 Melrose Ave., Afro House provides opportunities and programs for the community to encourage and preserve Black culture. Events and programs the center assists in providing include the Being Black at Iowa Project, Hair to Heart, and Sunday Dinners in coordination with the Black Student Union. Other affinity student organizations for the center include the Black Campus Ministry, the African Student Association, and the Caribbean Student Association among others.
Asian Pacific American Cultural Center Established in 2003, the APACC aids the Asian American and Pacific Islander community at the UI in engaging with other minority groups and encouraging education. Located at 223. Lucon Dr., APACC’s vision is to foster community, enrich culture, and maintain a comforting place of solace for student identities affiliated with the center. Programs associated with the center seek to empower community members and breed diversity, positivity, and activism. The Asian American Student Union and the South Asian Student Alliance are among some of the affinity based organizations for the center.
Latino Native American Cultural Center Originally founded as a “friendship house,” by three UI students in 1971, the
Top left: Attendees sign in during the 50th anniversary celebration at the Afro American Cultural House on Oct. 19, 2018. (Nick Rohlman/The Daily Iowan) Top right: The Asian Pacific American Cultural Center is seen on April 30. (Jake Maish/The Daily Iowan) Bottom left: The Latino Native American Cultural Center is seen on Sept. 15, 2019. (Tate Hildyard/The Daily Iowan) Bottom right: Attendees enter the the Pride Alliance Center during the Cultural & Resource Centers Block Party during homecoming week on Oct. 16, 2019. (Jenna Galligan/The Daily Iowan) LNACC has become a home to many students, programs, and events throughout the years. Located at 308 Melrose Ave., the LNACC’s vision is to help students who walk through its doors develop a sense of belonging and community. The center encourages authentic engagement for students to connect both socially and academically. The vibrance of the center thrives on the inclusive yet challenging atmosphere that embraces and celebrates ancestry. LNACC’s affinity student organizations include but are not limited to the Association of Latinos Moving Ahead, the Native American Student Association, and the Caribbean Student Association.
Pride Alliance Center
Multicultural Student Organizations
The Pride Alliance Center, or “Pride House,” opened its doors in the fall of 2006, as a home for LGBTQ students to connect and foster an inclusive environment. Located at 125 Grand Avenue Ct. Pride House’s mission is to encourage the success and well-being of LGBTQ students at the UI by providing a safe and inclusive atmosphere to all students. The center provides a supportive environment and an area for students to openly exist and engage within the community. Affiliated groups with the center include Spectrum UI, Gamma Rho Lambda, and Love Works.
The over 100 different multicultural student organizations at the UI provide programming, services, educational and cultural experiences, as well as events to the entire UI community. Organizations and centers are open to all UI community members as a resource for academic and other purposes. Multicultural programming groups include student-issue based organizations, major/field-ofstudy based organizations, or greek life within the National Panhellenic Council and Multicultural Greek Council.
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Resources for all gender and sexual identities Gender-inclusive housing and an LGBTQ health clinic are among the services offered for transgender and nonbinary students. The University of Iowa prides itself on its efforts to be an LGBTQ ally, and has several resources that aim to foster a welcoming environment for transgender and nonbinary students. In MyUI, students can change their preferred name, pronouns, sex, and gender. To make the change, select the “Student Information” tab at the top of the MyUI page. Scroll down to the “Student Life Management” section, and students can select either “Preferred Name and Pronouns,” or “Sex and Gender.” Students can then select their preferences from a drop-down menu or enter their responses and click the update button. Students can find a map of all single-user and gender-inclusive restrooms on campus on the university website. For transgender, genderqueer,
gender non-conforming, and/or nonbinary students planning to live on campus at the UI, University Housing and Dining created Gender-Inclusive Housing, which allows students to apply for university housing spaces without regard to their gender. Information about Gender-Inclusive Housing can be found on the University Housing and Dining website. The Pride Alliance Center is another resource for LGBTQ students. The center supports student success and provides a nurturing and affirming space for students.
KEY RESOURCES UI Trans Alliance uitransalliance@gmail.com Pride Alliance Center 319-335-7123, lgbtrc@uiowa.edu UI Health Care LGBTQ Care Clinic 319-467-2000
Jenna Galligan/The Daily Iowan The Pride Alliance Center is seen on May 1.
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Your student representatives The Undergraduate Student Government and Graduate and Professional Student Government both represent the University of Iowa student body of more than 30,000 Hawkeyes. The University of Iowa Undergraduate Student Government is responsible for representing more than 20,000 undergraduate students. The student organization is made up of 30 at-large senators, constituency senators, executive, and judicial members. USG allocates $1.6 million from the student-activity fee that every undergraduate stu-
dent at the UI pays. They delegate and oversee the funds to over 500 student organizations and various events on campus. Members of USG also advocate for UI students to Iowa lawmakers and university administrators. UI students elect senators and top leaders of the organization every spring. Connor Wooff and Mara Smith were
elected in April and will serve as USG’s president and vice president, respectively, in the 2020-21 academic year. Smith and Wooff are focused on increasing student engagement with USG as well as expanding diversity, equity, and inclusion programs. Incoming first-year students can apply for a senator seat and be selected in the fall.
USG EXECUTIVES President: Connor Wooff Vice President: Mara Smith Speaker of the Senate: Samantha Stucky Speaker Pro Tem: Jack Lauer Cabinet Director: Adam Burghduff Director of Finance: Emily Hagedorn Director of Operations: Katherine Michalski Director of Communications: Hallie Lartius Deputy Director of Communications: Makayla Morales
Director of Governmental Relations: John Dickens City Liaison: Ryan Longenecker Deputy City Liaison: Anna Van Heukolem Director of Academic Affairs: Regan Smock Director of External Relations: Kayla Cleland Director of Health and Safety: Verona Victoria Director of Justice and Equity: Ruth Kahssai Director of Student Services: Dave Keffala-Gerhard Director of Sustainability: Emily Manders Secretary: Airiana Mohr
Tate Hildyard/The Daily Iowan Undergraduate Student Government meets in the Blackbox Theater in the IMU on March 3. The University of Iowa Graduate and Professional Student Government is responsible for representing nearly 10,000 students pursuing advanced degrees. The organization is made up of six member governments whose students are delegates, committee chairs, and executive board members for GPSG. Those
six member governments include the Iowa American Student Dental Association, Graduate Student Senate, Iowa Student Bar Association, Carver College of Medicine Student Government, the College of Pharmacy’s Student Leadership Council, and the College of Public Health Graduate Student Association.
GPSG EXECUTIVES President: Mackensie Graham Vice President: Ellen Kiser Chief of Staff: Brian Ortiz Communications Director: Charlene Tran Chief Financial Officer: Thomas Pak Grants Director: Jason Semprini Hayden Froehlich/The Daily Iowan Graduate and Professional Student Government members write postcards for state lawmakers at the University of Iowa GPSG meeting in the IMU on Oct. 8, 2019.
COMMITTEE CHAIRS
GPSG allocates the student-activity fee dollars of its student constituents. They delegate these funds to student organizations and individual grants for graduate and professional students. Former GPSG Chief of Staff Mackensie Graham was elected to be president of GPSG for the 2020-21 academic year.
Health & Safety Chair: Redwan bin Abdul Baten Sustainability Chair: Ethan Fuhrman Inter-Professional Chair: Anna White GPAC Chair: Walt Wang Diversity, Equity, Inclusion Chair: Rachel Maller Governmental Relations Chair: Paul Esker
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Hawks set eyes on 2020 election There are various student organizations available for Hawkeyes who want to learn more about politics and campaigning as the 2020 election season nears. students, fundraising, and voter registration — all of which will become even more of a priority as they gear up for Election Day. The College Republicans spread Republican and conservative messages across campus by organizing social events and volunteering. The group focuses on helping to provide students with job and internship opportunities. The Young Democratic Socialists at Iowa is a youth chapter of the Democratic Socialists of America. This is an activist organization, and the group primarily focuses on the issues of racial, gender, economic, and environmental equity locally as well as nationally. There are also nonpartisan political groups on campus, such as Hawk the Vote, the Undergraduate Political Science Association, the political science department’s Undergraduate Student Advisory Committee, and the National Political Science Honors Society, also known as Pi Sigma Alpha.
Katie Goodale/The Daily Iowan Candice Crutched (left) and Eddy Garcia speak behind the NextGen Iowa table during a NextGen watch party of the Democratic debates in Brothers Bar and Grill on Nov. 20.
Jenna Galligan/The Daily Iowan Kody Kleve watches the livestream at a College Republicans watch party for the State of the Union address in Shaeffer Hall on Feb. 5, 2019. Kleve shared his thoughts on President Trump, stating, “I think he’s a great public speaker in general.”
Tate Hildyard/The Daily Iowan A volunteer with Hawk the Vote collects preference cards at the University of Iowa Mock Caucus on Jan. 31. The Mock Caucus is a sponsored event designed to train students for the upcoming Iowa Caucuses.
With the 2020 general election just months away, student groups will be busy canvassing the community and campus, registering students to vote, and working to further their organization’s agenda and get their preferred candidates elected. Many former presidential candidates were making their stops throughout the state ahead of Iowa’s first-in-the-nation caucuses, and students had invaluable opportunities to work and volunteer for presidential campaigns and to interact with the candidates on an almost regular basis. There are three main political student groups on campus — the University Democrats, the College Republicans, and the Young Democratic Socialists at Iowa. Each group is student-led and meets regularly. There is also a Turning Point USA chapter on campus. The purpose of the University Democrats is to work to get Democrats elected to public offices. This group also focuses on bringing educational programs to
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On-campus jobs abound There are several opportunities for Hawkeyes to work on the University of Iowa campus.
Jenna Galligan/The Daily Iowan University of Iowa student Autumn Moen leads a tour around campus on April 17, 2019.
Student employees are everywhere on the University of Iowa campus: from the front desk in the residence halls to behind the steering wheel of the Cambus. Over 7,000 student workers are employed on the UI campus every year, with jobs available for any major, skill set, or level of experience. Student employment can help build résumés and provide job experience for students working toward future goals. On average, undergraduate students who work between 5-20 hours a week have higher GPAs and retention rates, according to University Human Resources. Students working on campus are not permitted to work more than 20 hours a week and must be enrolled in at least one semester hour of classes. Students are allowed to work up to 40 hours over Thanksgiving, winter, spring, and summer breaks.
How to apply Students can seek employment through Handshake, the UI job-recruitment system where students can apply for on- or off-campus jobs and see job postings geared toward their interests. This includes internships and other full-time jobs. Every semester, the UI Pomerantz Career Center hosts a career fair where students can interact with potential employers, ask questions, and receive applications that can be filled out that day. The Fall Career Fair will be on Thursday, September 24th from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Main Lounge and the Second Floor Ballroom of the Iowa Memorial Union. For further questions about campus jobs and career services, students can stop by the Pomerantz Career Center.
Greek life
Panhellenic Council
The Panhellenic Council includes 14 chapters, and the primary recruitment process takes place over two weekends. Students are able to meet with all of the chapters on campus before this mutual selection process. Registration for primary recruitment takes place over the summer, but students can also try informal recruitment during the spring semester.
Interfraternity Council The Interfraternity Council consists of 20 different chapters on campus. Students interested in joining have many opportunities to do so, because IFC fraternities recruit informally year-round.
Multicultural Greek Council The Multicultural Greek Council governs Greek organizations that represent Latinx, Asian, and LGBTQ communities. Students interested in joining can attend the annual “Meet the Greeks” event.
National Pan-Hellenic Council Six of the historically African American fraternities and sororities at the UI make up the campus National Pan-Hellenic Council. Its fraternities and sororities bring in students through a process called Membership Intake, and students can learn about this at the “Meet the Greeks” event.
Hannah Kinson/The Daily Iowan The annual Fraternity and Sorority Life Weekend Carnival is seen on April 6, 2019.
Iowa has celebrated over 153 years of Greek Life on its campus. The UI has 49 chapters of Greek Life and four governing councils. There are 27 registered fraternities on campus and 22 registered sororities. About 15 percent of the undergraduate population participates in Greek Life.
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Explore a military career with ROTC Hawkeyes interested in a military career can join University of Iowa Air Force and Army ROTC chapters. The University of Iowa offers two branches of ROTC, Air Force ROTC and Army ROTC.
Air Force ROTC Students in the Air Force ROTC can pursue their education and train to commission as an officer in the Air Force. Air Force ROTC members must maintain a 2.50 GPA, good health, and fitness to pass the Air Force Officer Qualifying Test. Students must also take aerospace studies courses to complete their graduation requirements. Air Force ROTC graduates are commissioned as second lieutenants and have over 140 career field options.
Army ROTC Army ROTC allows students to study military-science courses while training to become a successful commission officer. An Army ROTC student must be enrolled full time at the UI, a U.S. citizen, and maintain a 2.50 GPA. Army ROTC allows students to participate in extracurriculars like color guard and intramural events. Upon graduation, ROTC students receive commission as second lieutenants in either the U.S. Army Reserve, National Guard, or active components. Scholarships are available for both the Air Force and Army ROTCs to pay tuition, mandatory fees, and textbook fees. Students may apply at the AFROTC or Army websites.
Ryan Adams/The Daily Iowan Members of the UI ROTC sit at the end goal before a football game between Iowa and Minnesota at Kinnick Stadium on Nov. 16, 2019.
Realize Educational and Career Hopes in UI REACH The University of Iowa REACH Program provides support for Hawkeyes with intellectual, cognitive, and learning disabilities.
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The UI REACH sign is seen on April 19, 2019.
UI Realizing Educational and Career Hopes, or REACH, is a comprehensive transition program for students ages 18-25 years old with intellectual, cognitive, and learning disabilities. With an emphasis on an integrated college experience in a caring and structured environment, the program
grants its students a Big Ten college experience and tools to develop independence within their community. The program focuses on academics, student life, and career development. REACH offers student-centered planning, integrated courses, and monitored progress.
Participants build skills for the workplace by doing mock interviews and internships and go on field trips and hear from guest presenters. Several employers partner with UI REACH to offer internship and post-program job opportunities. Hy-Vee, the City of Coralville Parks and Recreation, the Sheraton Ho-
tel and UI employers such as the Hawk Shop and dining centers. Members live in an on-campus residence halls with other REACH students, and participate in social and sporting events, student organizations, and learn about personal safety awareness.
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STUDENT HOUSING
Before you put your feet up and relax at your new home, you need to figure out the ins and outs of living options on campus.
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Living in UI residence halls
First-year students and any who choose to live on campus after their freshman year can live in one of the nine residence halls the University of Iowa has to offer.
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• 1, 2, & 3 bedroom units • Rent $695-$1105 • Secured and private entrances • Near city walking trails • Access to clubhouse, fitness center, walking trails, and pond Jenna Galligan/The Daily Iowan Currier Hall is seen on May 5. Burge, Catlett, and Hillcrest are the three halls with marketplaces for students to use their meal plans on a variety of food options. Burge, Hillcrest, and Mayflower all have C-stores where students can use their flex meals and Hawk Dollars to purchase food and snacks. Every residence hall has at least one dedicated area for laundry services. Students must use their Hawk Dollars to wash and dry laundry. Catlett, Currier, Hillcrest, and Mayflower also house fitness centers for students.
Students can also opt to live in Living Learning Communities in the dorms. LLCs are floors set apart for students with similar interests or identities. There are 16 LLCs on campus, including the new “Unidos” LLC for students who identify as Latinx, “Young, Gifted and Black” for students who identify as African American. Others are based on major, such as Public Health, Politics Matters, Iowa Matters, People in Engineering, Arts, BizHawks, and Be-WISE: Women in Sience and Engineering. There are also LLC’s for returning students and first-gen Hawks.
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Local newspapers, the University of Iowa Off Campus Housing website, Craigslist, Facebook Marketplace, and peer recommendations are all ways to successfully find listings and available spaces. Also, apartment companies in Iowa City are valid resources when a resident is looking for a location that fits their specific needs and preferences. Students in search of roommates can use social-media platforms such as Facebook to start their search process. Sending out messages and connecting with other students through friends is a great way to find compatible cohabitants. Many apartment companies also offer roommate search platforms on their website, which can be used to find roommates with the same standards for their living space. After an apartment has been found and roommates determined, a number of resources exist for students to seek out when navigating the legal and technical components of their lease. Student Legal Services in the IMU is a high-quality and free resource for students to ask about their lease, landlords, and rental agreements.
The apartment-search process is less daunting with the right tips and tricks.
Jenna Galligan/The Daily Iowan Hawks Ridge is seen on May 5.
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SPORTS & FITNESS
From football Saturdays to dorm workout options, how will you fill your athletic cravings?
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Hawkeye hoops carries momentum into 2020-21
Men’s hoops propelled to fight for the Big Ten this coming season. Luka Garza and the Hawkeyes were ready to make a run. After Garza posted a historic season in which he earned ESPN’s National Player of the Year honor, Iowa — and every team in the country — had its postseason pulled from them due to concerns about the coronavirus. Now, the Hawkeyes are looking to make a run when it matters. Widely regarded as a preseason top-10 team, Iowa will return its entire starting lineup after Garza decided to return after deciding to test the NBA Draft waters. The Hawkeyes will also return Jordan Bohannon and Jack Nunge, who missed the majority of the 2019-20 season. Nunge tore his ACL in Iowa’s sixth game, and Bohannon elected to redshirt to recover from hip surgery. After Garza chose to return for another season, the Hawkeyes had their biggest question answered. Garza averaged 23.9 points and 9.8 rebounds per game en route to breaking Iowa’s single-sea-
son points record. He played even better on the big stage. Garza closed the season by scoring at least 20 points in 16 consecutive Big Ten games. While Garza’s return certainly means a lot for the Hawkeyes, they will get boosts in other areas as well. CJ Fredrick will have another year of experience after scoring 10.2 points per game and shooting 46.1 percent from 3-point land. Connor McCaffery served as a pivotal glue guy for Iowa last season, averaging 6.2 points, 4.0 rebounds, and 4.0 assists per game. He also led the country in assist-to-turnover ratio with a mark of 4.59. Head coach Fran McCaffery also has point guard Ahron Ulis, shooting guard Tony Perkins, center Josh Ogundele, and small forward brothers Kris and Keegan Murray joining the program. Throw in sophomores Patrick McCaffery and Joe Toussaint and junior Joe Wieskamp, and McCaffery could have something special brewing in Iowa City.
Shivansh Ahuja/The Daily Iowan Iowa forward Luka Garza dunks the ball during a men’s basketball match between Iowa and Iowa State at Hilton Coliseum on Dec. 12, 2019.
Women’s hoops looks to continue success after surprising many in 2019-20.
Iowa women’s basketball team dominated at home, winning all 15 of its games at Carver-Hawkeye Arena last season. After coming into the season without three significant players, including Megan Gustafson, from their Elite Eight squad, the Hawkeyes proved all the doubters wrong by finishing the regular season third in the Big Ten. Senior guard Kathleen Doyle exceeded her already high expectations and won the 2020 Big Ten Player of the Year award among other honors. She averaged 18.1 points and 6.2 assists per game. Doyle was picked 14th in the 2020 WNBA draft for the Indiana Fever, one of three rookies to make Indiana’s final roster. At center, sophomore Monika Czinano replaced Gustafson and created a force in the post. She averaged 16 points per game and shot 67.9 percent from the field.
Throughout the season, the Hawkeyes had many significant wins. In the non-conference season, the Hawkeyes defeated Princeton and Drake at home and Iowa State in Ames. In the conference season, the Hawkeyes defeated Northwestern, Maryland, and Indiana all in a row. The Hawkeyes also scored a school-record 108 points against Illinois. Next season, the Hawkeyes will be without Doyle and two other starters in guard Makenzie Meyer and forward Amanda Ollinger. However, head coach Lisa Bluder’s team should still be strong on both ends of the court. Senior Alexis Sevillian is set to lead the backcourt, with junior Kate Martin and sophomore Gabbie Marshall contributing significantly as well. Czinano is slated to be a mainstay in the post, but instead of Ollinger helping her out, it will be sophomore McKenna Warnock.
Katina Zentz/The Daily Iowan Players prepare for the live ball following the free throw shot during the Iowa vs. Ohio State Women’s Big Ten Tournament game at Bankers Life Fieldhouse in Indianapolis on March 6.
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A quick guide to oncampus workouts From intramurals to popular campus rec centers, the University of Iowa offers plenty of exercise opportunities. Intramurals
Workout spots on campus
Intramural sports can be a great fit for students who aren’t competing in an NCAA sport, but want to stay active, competitive, and a part of a team. This year intramurals are limited to noncontact sports like tennis, e-sports, and geocaching. To participate, students must purchase an Intramural Sport Membership, which can be done on Iowa’s Recreational Service website. Students can buy a membership by semester for $25 or for a full year for $45. Fifteen-dollar one-day tournament passes, and $10 single-game memberships can also be purchased for short-term activities. Hawkeyes can participate in four types of leagues — open, women, co-rec, and friendly. Open teams have no gender restrictions, women teams only allow women, co-rec teams must have the minimum number of male and females, and friendly teams can’t participate in a playoff. Another component of intramurals, Unified Intramural Sports, pairs intramural sport athletes with Special Olympics Athletes. Club sports, such as the Iowa Track and Field Club and the Ultimate Frisbee team, also offer an outlet for competitive Hawkeyes to continue in athletics.
Campus Recreation and Wellness Center The biggest rec center on campus, the CRWC boasts an Olympic-sized swimming pool, a 50-foot rock wall, basketball courts, an indoor track, free weights, cardio machines, and the Power Café, home to post-workout smoothies. Group fitness classes are also offered at CRWC and the Fieldhouse free to students. Workout space and group fitness slots must be reserved online in advance. Fitness East This smaller, less busy workout area is convenient for those living in east side residence halls. The Fieldhouse The go-to destination for those living on the west side, the Fieldhouse is home to racquetball and basketball courts, and a swimming pool, and was the university’s main exercise facility until the CRWC was built in 2010.
Dave Harmantas/The Daily Iowan The Campus Recreation and Wellness Center is seen Feb. 14, 2019
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Hawkeye home advantage Kinnick Stadium and Carver-Hawkeye Arena are two notable campus landmarks and host a number of sports throughout the year. There’s nothing quite like a football game inside Kinnick Stadium. The combination of AD/DC’s “Back in Black” and Metallica’s “Enter Sandman” ringing over the sound system, the Hawkeyes swarming out onto the field, the now iconic tradition where the stadium waves at the onlooking children’s hospital. It’s one of the best venues in all of college football. Last season, Iowa debuted the remodeled north endzone, including a new video board. The new look creates an even more intimidating atmosphere for visiting teams. Iowa went 6-1 at home last season, only dropping its Oct. 12 matchup with Penn State. The Hawkeyes took down a previously undefeated Minnesota team Nov. 16, the latest in a long line of victories against top-10 opponents in Kinnick for Iowa.
Another hub for Hawkeye sports is Carver-Hawkeye Arena. Carver is the home to the Iowa men’s and women’s basketball teams, the men’s and women’s gymnastics teams, and the wrestling team. The 2019-20 academic year was a very impressive time for the Hawkeyes at Carver. The women’s basketball team went undefeated at home for the second straight year and extended its victory streak at Carver to 36 games. The wrestling team went undefeated at Carver last season, finishing with an unblemished 7-0 record. Joining in on the dominance at Carver was the men’s basketball team. Iowa men’s hoops finished the season 14-2 at home. Also the usual site for some graduation ceremonies, Carver is an integral part of the University of Iowa campus.
Katina Zentz/The Daily Iowan Fans prepare for the Iowa football game against Penn State at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Oct. 12, 2019.
Roman Slabach/The Daily Iowan Players prepare for the Nebraska vs. Iowa women’s basketball game at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Jan. 23, 2018.
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New era at quarterback for Hawkeye football Spencer Petras is expected to take over as the starter under center after Nate Stanley’s graduation. After legendary Iowa football coach Hayden Fry died Dec. 17, the Hawkeyes honored him in their 49-24 victory over USC in the Holiday Bowl. Head coach Kirk Ferentz decided to strip the Tigerhawk off the side of Iowa’s helmets for the game as a tribute to Fry — who created the logo — and put a patch on the back of the helmets to honor former Iowa athletic director Bump Elliott, who died Dec. 7. The win in the Holiday Bowl was a fitting end for Iowa’s season. The Hawkeyes, led by third-year starting quarterback Nate Stanley, finished the season 10-3 and won their thirdstraight bowl game. A marathon victory in Ames over Iowa State and a win over a top-10 Minnesota team at
Kinnick Stadium were other highlights. Moving forward, Spencer Petras is expected to take over as the new starting quarterback for the Hawkeyes after Stanley’s graduation. He has plenty of firepower on offense, whenever it ends up taking the field. The Big Ten announced Aug. 11 that fall sports in the conference had been postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. A spring football season is still a possibility. When games are played running back Tyler Goodson will lead the backfield after taking over as the starter toward the end of last season. At receiver, Ihmir Smith-Marsette, Brandon Smith, Tyrone Tracy Jr., and Nico Ragaini form maybe the best receiving corps the Hawkeyes have had under Ferentz. Defensively, Iowa lost several key starters, including A.J. Epenesa, Geno Stone, Michael Ojemudia, and Kristian Welch. Next season’s defense will be led by defensive end Chauncey Golston, who finished with 47 tackles and 9.5 tackles for loss last season.
Megan Nagorzanski/The Daily Iowan Iowa quarterback Spencer Petras passes the ball during a football game between Iowa and Middle Tennessee State University on Sept. 28, 2019.
Katina Zentz/The Daily Iowan Iowa running back Tyler Goodson carries the ball during the football game against Illinois on Nov. 23, 2019.
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Iowa wrestling rises above competition The Hawkeyes won their 36th Big Ten title and were primed to add a national championship. Last season proved to be another successful year for Iowa wrestling. In a season cut short by the COVID-19 pandemic, the Hawkeyes went 13-0 in dual meets during the regular season. Ten of the top-ranked Hawkeyes’ victories came against ranked foes, including a comeback win over No. 2 Penn State in front of a sold-out Carver-Hawkeye Arena crowd. Iowa also found success at the 2019 Midlands Championships. Five Hawkeyes won their individual weight bracket. Iowa also claimed the tournament’s team crown, shattering the previous scoring record of 189 with a team score of 196.5. Although the Hawkeyes did not get to compete at the 2020 NCAA Championships, they still made strides in the postseason. Iowa won the 2020 Big Ten Championships in Piscataway, New Jersey, Nichole Harris/The Daily Iowan Iowa’s 125-pound Spencer Lee grapples with Purdue’s Devin Schroder during the final session of the Big scoring 157.5 team points. Seniors Alex Marinelli and Spencer Lee both won Ten Wrestling Tournament in Piscataway, New Jersey, on March 8.
individual Big Ten titles. Graduated Hawkeye Pat Lugo also won an individual title. Before the tournament was canceled, all 10 Hawkeyes in head coach Tom Brands’ regular lineup qualified for the 2020 NCAA Championships. Lee, Marinelli, and Lugo were all seeded at the top of their respective weight classes. Nine of the 10 NCAA-qualifying Hawkeyes were seeded in the top ten of their weight class. Nine of Iowa’s 10 starting wrestlers from last year will be returning for the 2020-21 campaign. In addition to Lee at 125-pounds and Marinelli at 165-pounds, 133-pound senior Austin DeSanto, 141-pound junior Max Murin, 157-pound senior Kaleb Young, 174-pound senior Michael Kemerer, 184-pound sophomore Abe Assad, 197-pound junior Jacob Warner, and 285-pound sophomore Tony Cassioppi will all don the black and gold singlet again this season.
Field hockey to chase natl title this spring After one of the most successful years in recent memory the field hockey team is back for more this season. In mid-September, after Iowa’s field hockey team dropped a close home game to the Duke, 2-1 in double overtime at Grant Field, its players believed they had lost their chance to defeat the Blue Devils. But in the first round of the NCAA Tournament, the Hawkeyes got a second chance. And they didn’t miss it. Exactly two months after the loss, the two teams met once more with a ticket to the Elite Eight on the line. Cierra Smith netted two goals of the season while Leah Zellner added another to propel Iowa to a 3-2 win. In the quarterfinal matchup, the team faced another ACC power, the North Carolina Tar Heels. Hawkeye freshman Sofie Stribos scored the first goal but the Tar Heels found the back of the net twice after that to send the Hawkeyes home. Iowa finished the 2019 season ranked sixth in the country with a record of 17-5, a Big Ten Tournament
title, and a share of the Big Ten regular-season crown. While the Hawkeyes graduated five seniors including All-American honoree and Regional Player of the Year Katie Birch and goaltender Leslie Speight. Leading scorers Lokke Stribos and fellow All-American Maddy Murphy will be back this year. The Iowa coaching staff was named the National Field Hockey Coaches Association West Region Coaching Staff of The Year. An elite coaching staff and a number of talented returning players suggest it will be another strong season for Iowa field hockey once it can take place. The Big Ten announced Aug. 11 that fall sports in the conference had been postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and that Hannah Kinson/The Daily Iowan spring seasons remained a possibil- Iowa forward Maddy Murphy drives the ball up the field during a field hockey game between Iowa and Duke at Grant Field on Sept. 15, 2019. The Hawkeyes were defeated by the Blue Devils, 2-1 after two overtime periods. ity for these sports.
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Hawkeye baseball cut short in 2020
A fast start to the 2020 baseball season by the Hawkeyes was brought to a halt due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Iowa baseball seemed to be on a road to success in 2020. The Hawkeyes started the season with a 10-5 record and picked up victories over two top-20 teams in historically relevant North Carolina and Duke programs. Head coach Rick Heller looked to make 2020 his seventh straight season earning at least 30 wins. He had also won his 900th game as a head coach with a dominant 15-2 victory over Grand View after the Duke victory. But as quickly as the season started, it ended. After sweeping Kansas in a double midweek series in early March, the remainder of the season was canceled due to concerns about the coronavirus. The end of the season hit the pitching staff and the rest of the lineup hard. Pitcher Grant Judkins followed his stellar junior season up with another solid performance on the bump by posting a 3.00 ERA and 24 strikeouts in 21.0 innings. Fellow starter Jack Dreyer missed the ma-
jority of the 2019 season with Tommy John surgery but bounced back in 2020 to finish with a 2-1 record and 3.32 ERA. At the plate, Izaya Fullard continued the success he found in 2019, leading the team with a .400 average. He also led Iowa with 21 RBIs and slashed .400/.449/.583. Zeb Adreon followed Fullard by hitting .333. The Hawkeyes’ lineup boasted seven players with a batting average over .275 (min. eight games). Luckily for Iowa, its seniors have an opportunity to return to the diamond. The NCAA gave spring-sport seniors an extra year of eligibility. Winter-sport athletes, however, did not receive an extra year. With the terms of the upcoming MLB Draft still in question, the Hawkeyes’ future is still blurry. Heller said all but two seniors have said they will return if they don’t sign professional contracts. Before they return, though, there’s a lot to pay attention to off the field that will impact how things happen on it.
David Harmantas/The Daily Iowan Iowa’s Grant Judkins winds up to pitch during a baseball game against the University of Illinois on March 31, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Illini 3-1.
Softball looks to continue turnaround The team saw a strong start to last season cut short by COVID-19.
Jenna Galligan/The Daily Iowan Iowa catcher Kit Rocco catches a pitch during an Iowa softball game against Iowa Central at Pearl Field on Oct. 4, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Tritons 4-0 in 10 innings.
Iowa softball endured a difficult decade after the departure of legendary coach Gayle Blevins. However, the recent hire of Renee Gilispie has brought energy back to the program. After a year of progress, this season looked like it could be a breakout one for the Hawkeyes. The team finished an impressive 17-5 after an exhausting travel schedule and had some solid wins. The COVID-19 pandemic ended Iowa softball’s stellar and unexpected start to its season before it could really get going. When the team was on the field, several Hawkeyes boasted impressive numbers. Great pitching and strong hitting were two things the Hawkeyes built their game around. Seniors Allison Doocy and Lauren Shaw split time at pitcher, with Doocy sporting a 1.54 ERA and Shaw
boasting an ERA of 1.71. Meanwhile, two freshmen led the team with their bats, with Nia Carter having a .509 batting average and Kalena Burns leading with 29 hits. Catcher Kit Rocco and Aralee Bogar at second base were key contributors in the field, playing solid defense and helping the pitchers. With everyone keeping their eligibility for next season, it looks as if Iowa will have the opportunity to bring back its entire team, which should continue to gain momentum and experience with growing confidence. The team will look to make an impact in the Big Ten and break into the top half of the league after not getting a game against any Big Ten competition last season. An NCAA appearance is a possibility if the team can live up to expectations.
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Soccer ready to build off historic season
After making the NCAA Tournament, the Hawkeyes are prepared to win despite several changes on the roster. Last season, the Iowa soccer team made the NCAA Tournament for the second time in program history. Under the leadership of 13 seniors and head coach Dave DiIanni, the Hawkeyes went 15-5-1, which included a nine-game winning streak to start the season. They finished the regular season fifth in the Big Ten and bowed out in the NCAA Tournament at Kansas. During the season, the Hawkeyes averaged 2.14 goals per game while giving up 0.90 goals per game. Senior forward Devin Burns and senior midfielder and defender Natalie Winters led the team in goals with six each. Sophomore forward Samantha Tawharu and senior forward Emma Tokuyama led the team in assists with five each. Though the Hawkeyes are losing many seniors next year, they are primed for another good season.
Expect Tawharu is set to lead the forwards, along with sophomore Gianna Gourley. At midfield, juniors Hailey Rydberg and Josie Durr should be the leaders. On the back line, the defenders are set to hold up the tradition of being a team known for defense, with juniors Sara Wheaton and Riley Whitaker and sophomore Samantha Cary leading the way. The most dramatic and interesting change of the season will be the goalkeeper. After four solid seasons from Claire Graves, her replacement is slated to be sophomore Monica Wilhelm. The soccer season will have to wait in 2020, however. The Big Ten announced Aug. 11 that fall sports had been postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemHannah Kinson/The Daily Iowan ic. Spring seasons for these sports, including soccer, Iowa midfielder Natalie Winters kicks the ball during a soccer game between Iowa and Illinois on Sept. are still a possibility. 26, 2019 at the Iowa Soccer Complex. The Hawkeyes defeated the Fighting Illini, 3-1.
Hawkeyes sprinting into 2020-21
Cross Country
Track and Field
Both teams lost key pieces after last season but hope to see continued improvement. After finishing the 2019 season in differing fashions, both Iowa cross country teams will be look to continue to grow off last season. That is, whenever the upcoming season ends up taking place. The Big Ten announced Aug. 11 that fall sports in the conference had been postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. A spring season for cross country is still a possibility. The women’s team is returning most of its key contributors, but lose leader Megan Schott. The women finished ninth in the Big Ten last season and will look to improve upon that number. Sophomore Leah Kralovitz was the sensation of last season, becoming the top runner for the Hawkeyes at certain meets, including the Big Ten Championships. She finished 42nd in that meet and was the seventh quick-
est freshman. She had an even better regional performance, finishing 16th overall and first among freshmen. The squad returns plenty of upperclassmen, with team top five runners Elyse Prescott, Anna Hosteler and Ashley Bryja looking to make an impact and lead the Hawkeyes up the leaderboards. Meanwhile, the men’s team will be rebuilding after losing several key seniors but has some solid pieces to build off. The loss of Nate Mylenek will hurt the most, who led the team for 10 straight races and made it to the NCAA Championships. The team loses three other seniors but will still have senior Noah Healy and junior Spencer Smith to lean on. The two had personal bests at the NCAA regionals, landing 39th and 53rd. New recruits could make a se-
Another stellar season for the Track Hawks was cut short by COVID-19. Although the 2019-20 collegiate track season came to a halt less than 24 hours before the NCAA Indoor Championships, an abrupt end can’t detract from how the Hawkeyes made monumental strides on the leaderboards last season. Right from the start of the indoor season, senior hurdler Jaylan McConico became the talk of the season. Out of seven meets he competed in, McConico repeatedly took first place, with his time at the Tyson Invitational on Feb. 15 (7.60) having nabbed his 60-meter hurdles spot at nationals. That time also put McConico second in the division — an achievement that also granted him multiple Big Ten Athlete of the Week honors. But McConico wasn’t alone in posting nationals-qualifying marks. Another standout Hawkeye was sophomore Wayne Lawrence, a dynamic sprinter poised to compete in two events at the indoor championship. He and his 4x400-meter relay teammates, consisting of seniors Dejuan Frye, Antonio Woodard, and Raymund Clarke, ranked fourth nationally (3:04.91). Additionally, Lawrence’s 400-meter time (45.56) earned him third in the division, while his PR in the 200-meters (20.87) still placed him in the top 16. His major moment in the season came at Big Ten Indoor Championships, where Lawrence snagged two first-place titles in the 400-meters and 600-meters, and a third with his relay group. That effort boosted the Iowa men’s team to second overall in the Big Ten Conference. And, like past seasons, among the impactful was Laulauga Tausaga. The Iowa-record-breaking thrower finished her se-
nior season at number two in the shot put (17.96) and number nine in the weight throw (22.21). More Hawkeyes who excelled tremendously this year and planned to compete at nationals included senior multieventer Jenny Kimbro in the pentathlon (4269 points), senior multi-eventer Will Daniels in the heptathlon (5689 points), and senior sprinter Mallory King in the 800-meters (2:05.12). All things considered, the 2019-20 regular indoor season should be remembered for the stellar performances from every Iowa thrower, hurdler, and sprinter alike, between the redshirted freshmen and hardened seniors.
Jenna Galligan/The Daily Iowan Iowa hurdler Jaylan McConico crosses the finish line of the men’s 60m hurdles during the Jimmy Grant Invitational at the University of Iowa Recreation Building on Dec. 14, 2019.
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