Athletics

University of Iowa professor and former president, a St. Paul native, holds a Floyd of Rosedale replica

Boyd knew famous pig Floyd

Friday, September 28, 2012
Sandy Boyd, University of Iowa professor emeritus and former UI president, has divided loyalties and fond memories of a famous pig named Floyd.
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Peschel finds 'second family' at UI

Wednesday, September 26, 2012
When Kali Peschel committed to the University of Iowa women's basketball program as a junior in high school, she felt she was committing to a second family. Nearly two years and one emotional injury later, Peschel knows she found her home in Iowa City.

Remembering Floyd

Wednesday, September 26, 2012
The famous Floyd of Rosedale is something of an old friend to UI law professor and president emeritus Sandy Boyd.
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Pep assembly

Monday, September 24, 2012
For alumni and fans interested in accumulating Hawkeye memorabilia, collecting Iowa Homecoming badges is a common and easy place to start. And for some, it's a family tradition.

'Nest' for UIHC children may adorn Kinnick

Friday, September 21, 2012
An initiative is underway to build Herky’s Nest, a premium seating area for patients at the UI Children’s Hospital, in Kinnick Stadium.
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Success hasn't spoiled Weisman

Friday, September 21, 2012
There isn't much difference between a two-carry Mark Weisman and a 24-carry Mark Weisman. And the University of Iowa sophomore running back intends to keep it that way, even after his breakout game running the ball against the University of Northern Iowa.

Hawkeyes look for strong Big Ten start

Thursday, September 20, 2012
The second phase of the University of Iowa field hockey season—Big Ten Conference play—begins Friday, Sept. 21, at No. 15 Michigan State University. With conference title aspirations, the Hawkeyes know the importance of starting strong.
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Pitching for the queen

Wednesday, September 19, 2012
Stacie Townsend might be the only University of Iowa law student who knows all the lyrics to "God Save the Queen."

Ihm leads Hawks to strong showing at the Golfweek

Wednesday, September 19, 2012
University of Iowa men's golfer Steven Ihm tied for second place out of 75 individuals at the 2012 Golfweek Conference Challenge, co-hosted by Iowa and Spirit Hollow Golf Course in Burlington, Iowa. Ihm carded a 209 (-7) three-round total to help the Hawkeyes jump from sixth to fourth place on the final day.

UI/ISU game yields more than 2 tons of recycling

Monday, September 17, 2012
A mass of volunteers descended upon Kinnick Stadium after the UI/ISU football game, collecting more than 2 tons of recycling.
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Hawkeyes ready to tee off

Friday, September 14, 2012
The Hawkeyes and Spirit Hollow Golf Course will co-host the Golfweek Conference Challenge in Burlington Sept. 16-18. Hosting an elite national event, playing on the state's top-ranked course, and the chance to play in front of a home crowd has the Hawkeyes eager to tee off.

Rec Services holding Pump 'n' Run Oct. 6

Wednesday, September 12, 2012
University of Iowa Recreational Services is hosting its second annual Pump 'n' Run on Saturday, Oct. 6. The event includes bench-press weight lifting and a 5K treadmill run.