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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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Brooklyn Draisey

Brooklyn Draisey, Projects Editor

(she/her/hers)

Email: [email protected]

Brooklyn Draisey is the Projects Editor at The Daily Iowan. She is a senior studying journalism and entrepreneurial management. She has worked as a news reporter, news editor, and managing editor during her time at the DI. She enjoys writing long-form, in-depth features.

All content by Brooklyn Draisey
Brooke Buxton runs through a science lesson with the six children in their learning pod in the front yard on April 26, 2021. Buxton was a first grade teacher for 13 years before the pandemic, but chose to take the year off to help their three children go through online learning. She now teaches four other neighboring children as well.

Supporting and being supported: Mothers navigate life over a year of COVID-19

Brooklyn Draisey, Projects reporter
May 10, 2021
Senior column | Telling others’ stories shaped my own

Senior column | Telling others’ stories shaped my own

Brooklyn Draisey, Projects reporter
May 9, 2021
Illustration by Kate Doolittle

Child Life creates a home within the Stead Family Children’s Hospital

Brooklyn Draisey, Projects Reporter
April 6, 2021
Fact Check | How accessible are COVID-19 tests in Iowa?

Fact Check | How accessible are COVID-19 tests in Iowa?

Brooklyn Draisey, Projects Editor
November 18, 2020
The Capitol building in Des Moines is pictured on April 29, 2018.

Johnson County keeps Democrats in uncontested seats

Brooklyn Draisey, Projects Editor
November 4, 2020
Chief Infection Officer for Iowa Athletics James Torner poses for a portrait outside of the College of Public Health Building on Thursday, Oct. 22, 2020.

Big Ten gives daily dose of COVID-19 precautions to ensure player safety

Brooklyn Draisey, Projects Editor
October 22, 2020
The Villisca Ax Murder House is seen in Villisca, Iowa on Sept. 30, 2020. Villisca is the site of one of the oldest cold cases in Iowa in which eight people were murdered in their beds. The killer was never found, sparking many theories and interest in the case. The house, which was renovated and reopened as a museum to the public, is now the site of paranormal activity and attracts thousands of tourists every year. The date on the sign, June 10, 1912 is the morning the Moore’s and Stillinger children were found murdered.

A spooky endeavor: DI editors spend night at Villisca Ax Murder House

Madison Lotenschtein and Brooklyn Draisey
October 20, 2020
The mural entitled "Falling Upwards" fills the south side of a home on Dubuque Street in Iowa City, Iowa on Friday, September 25, 2020. The mural, painted by Defy Studios of Minneapolis was commissioned by property owner Sam Stelter, a former University of Iowa student and Kappa-Sigma Beta-Rha member, who saw the mural as an opportunity to create conversation of individual experiences and the power of community.

North Dubuque Street mural connects current events and Iowa experiences

Brooklyn Draisey, Projects Editor
September 27, 2020
In this diptych, Co-owner of Dandy Lion Lindsay Chastain (far left), Owner of D.P Dough Jon Sewell (center), Owner of JiangHu Asian Street Food Yi Zheng (top right) and Owner of Honeybee Hair Parlor JoAnn Larpenter-Sinclair (bottom right) pose for portraits.

Playing the waiting game: local businesses await financial relief from loans

Brooklyn Draisey, Managing Editor
May 5, 2020
Old Capital as seen on April 13, 2020.

UI fraternity under investigation for allegedly holding large social gathering amid COVID-19 pandemic

Brooklyn Draisey, Managing Editor
April 21, 2020
The University of Iowa Health Care building is seen on Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2015.

UI Health Care reports 64 cases of COVID-19 among employees since February

Brooklyn Draisey, Managing Editor
April 17, 2020
Jonathan Jackson poses for a portrait outside of St. Burch Tavern during a shift for Chomp on Thursday, March, 26, 2020. Jackson has delivered for Chomp for the past two years and reports seeing a spike in orders since COVID-19. Jackson has been leaving food on doorsteps, frequently wears a mask and sanitizes his hands.

Delivery drivers work on the front lines of COVID-19 pandemic

Brooklyn Draisey, Managing Editor
March 29, 2020
Johnson County Supervisors Rod Sullivan and Royceeann Porter listen to a presentation during a meeting on Thursday, Feb. 12, 2020.

Johnson County declares spread of COVID-19 a public health emergency

Brooklyn Draisey, Managing Editor
March 18, 2020
UI creates 'temporary workforce pool' to assist critical work units amid coronavirus spread

UI creates ‘temporary workforce pool’ to assist critical work units amid coronavirus spread

Brooklyn Draisey, Managing Editor
March 16, 2020
Contributed

Coralville company begins mass-production of COVID-19 test component

Brooklyn Draisey, Managing Editor
March 16, 2020
The Iowa City Public Library is seen on Monday, September 16, 2019.

Iowa City Public Library, other facilities close amid COVID-19 concerns

Brooklyn Draisey, Managing Editor
March 15, 2020
UI researchers take precautions with study subjects amid COVID-19 concerns

UI researchers take precautions with study subjects amid COVID-19 concerns

Brooklyn Draisey, Managing Editor
March 13, 2020
The Old Capital is seen on Wednesday, October 17, 2018.

Hawkeye Service Breaks cancels student trips

Brooklyn Draisey, Managing Editor
March 11, 2020
The Johnson County Courthouse is seen on March 3, 2020.

Jury selection marks first day of Weltman trial

Brooklyn Draisey, Managing Editor
March 4, 2020
University of Iowa investigates three fraternities for policy violations

University of Iowa investigates three fraternities for policy violations

Brooklyn Draisey, Managing Editor
February 26, 2020
Fact Check | Polling high doesn’t mean clear White House path

Fact Check | Polling high doesn’t mean clear White House path

Brooklyn Draisey, Managing Editor
February 6, 2020
After the final count, attendees leave the democratic caucus at Iowa City West High School on Monday, Feb. 3, 2020. Out of the six candidates participating, Warren, Buttigieg, and Klobuchar became viable after the first alignment with groups of 171, 120, 114 people respectively and Sanders qualified after the second alignment with 90 people. (Hannah Kinson/The Daily Iowan)

Inconsistencies in reporting cause for delay in Democratic results

Brooklyn Draisey, Managing Editor
February 3, 2020
Democratic presidential nomination candidate Andrew Yang speaks during a town hall event in the IMU Second Floor Ballroom on Wednesday. Yang’s support has grown consistently in Iowa since he announced candidacy, due in part to large internet following.

Andrew Yang talks education with students at the IMU

Brooklyn Draisey, Managing Editor
January 29, 2020
Managing Editor for The Daily Iowan, Brooklyn Draisey, gets a tattoo done by Anne Marsh at Iowa City Tattoo on Friday, November 22, 2019.

Iowa City artists take different paths to becoming tattoo artists

Brooklyn Draisey, Managing Editor
December 4, 2019
Iowa City police respond to the scene where an officer-involved shooting reportedly occurred near 11 Highway West on July 29, 2019.

Johnson County attorney finds Iowa City officer acted with ‘reasonable force’ in July shoplifting incident

Brooklyn Draisey, Managing Editor
November 18, 2019
Rev. Anna Blaedel listens during a Bible study at the Wesley Center on Wednesday, May 1, 2019. Openly queer, Rev. Blaedel faced formal complaints by the United Methodist Church.

Former Wesley Center director taking ‘indefinite’ leave of absence from United Methodist Church

Brooklyn Draisey, Managing Editor
November 13, 2019
Binge Break: Band of Brothers still stands out 18 years later

Binge Break: Band of Brothers still stands out 18 years later

Brooklyn Draisey, Managing Editor
November 3, 2019
Vice President of Student Life Melissa Shivers sits down for an interview with the Daily Iowan on Tuesday, Oct. 8, 2019.

Shivers discusses path forward after racist ideology in sorority Instagram comment

Brooklyn Draisey, Managing Editor
October 8, 2019
Carson King claps during a football game between Iowa and Middle Tennessee State University on Sept. 28, 2019.

Carson King fundraiser reaches $3 million

Brooklyn Draisey, Managing Editor
October 2, 2019
Climate strikers march from City Hall to the Pentacrest to raise awareness about the threat of climate change. The march was one of hundreds taking place around the world on Friday, Sept. 20. (Reba Zatz/The Daily Iowan)

Climate Activist Greta Thunberg to join Iowa City climate strike

Brooklyn Draisey, Managing Editor
October 2, 2019
The Old Capitol is seen with the Iowa Homecoming Corn Statue in front on Thursday, October 18, 2018.

Court rules UI restricted free speech of deregistered religious student org

Brooklyn Draisey, Managing Editor
September 30, 2019
The concession stand is seen during a tour of the new Filmscene in the Chauncey Building on Monday, Sept. 16, 2019.

FilmScene Chauncey raises the curtain: a look into the new building

Brooklyn Draisey, Managing Editor
September 18, 2019
Iowa City police respond to the scene where an officer-involved shooting reportedly occurred near 11 Highway West on July 29, 2019.

Mental evaluation ordered for suspect in Iowa City officer-involved shooting

Brooklyn Draisey, Managing Editor
September 14, 2019
File photo

UI reports enrollment growth in class of 2023

Brooklyn Draisey, Managing Editor
September 13, 2019
Laura Calderwood looks through a scrapbook during an interview in her home in Brooklyn, Iowa on Aug. 30, 2019.

Mollie Tibbetts’ family shares the UI student’s legacy one year after her death

Brooklyn Draisey, Managing Editor
September 2, 2019
Rev. Anna Blaedel listens during a Bible study at the Wesley Center on Wednesday, May 1, 2019. Openly queer, Rev. Blaedel faced formal complaints by the United Methodist Church.

UI Wesley Center Board of Directors condemns church trial of resigned minister

Brooklyn Draisey, Managing Editor
August 24, 2019
Massachusetts Rep. Seth Moulton

Massachusetts Rep. Seth Moulton

Brooklyn Draisey, Managing Editor
August 17, 2019
Rep. Seth Moulton calls to fight for American values during speech

Rep. Seth Moulton calls to fight for American values during speech

Brooklyn Draisey, Managing Editor
August 17, 2019
City Hall is seen on July 17, 2019. A variety of city government departments are housed within the building’s walls alongside the Iowa City City Council, which holds meetings in Emma J. Harvat Hall.

Iowa City residents discuss bike-lane additions to Governor and Dodge Streets at open house

Brooklyn Draisey, Summer Editor
August 8, 2019
Iowa City police respond to the scene where an officer-involved shooting reportedly occurred near 11 Highway West on July 29, 2019.

Officer-involved shooting injures Iowa City police officer, shoplifting suspect

Brooklyn Draisey, Summer Editor
July 29, 2019
Iowa City, Coralville police respond to reports of car vandalism

Iowa City, Coralville police respond to reports of car vandalism

Brooklyn Draisey, Summer Editor
July 23, 2019
UISG senators discuss legislation for all Big 10 universities during the Big 10 UISG conference in the Second Floor Ballroom of the IMU on July 20, 2019.

UISG hosts Association of Big Ten Students conference

Brooklyn Draisey, Summer Editor
July 22, 2019

No one takes memes seriously; you shouldn’t either

Brooklyn Draisey, Summer Editor
July 15, 2019
Iowa City police seek information on incident involving several shattered car windows

Iowa City police seek information on incident involving several shattered car windows

Brooklyn Draisey, Summer Editor
July 11, 2019
Iowa City man accused of making threats against University of Iowa online

Iowa City man accused of making threats against University of Iowa online

Brooklyn Draisey, Summer Editor
July 11, 2019
The Old Capitol is seen on Nov. 25, 2018.

UI moves forward in exploring public-private partnership

Brooklyn Draisey, Summer Editor
July 11, 2019
Iowa City City Council member Rockne Cole reads a proclamation in support of the University of Iowa’s Theme Semester. This semester’s theme is “Climate of Change.” (Nick Rohlman/The Daily Iowan)

City Councilor Rockne Cole won’t seek second term

Brooklyn Draisey, Summer Editor
July 3, 2019
Police release identity of deceased person found under Highway 6 Bridge

Police release identity of deceased person found under Highway 6 Bridge

Brooklyn Draisey, Summer Editor
July 3, 2019
Police vehicles are seen July 1.

Identity of deceased person in Ralston Creek released

Brooklyn Draisey, Summer Editor
July 3, 2019
Dennis Lynch walks in the parade during TrekFest in Riverside, Iowa on June 29, 2019. Riverside is the fictional birthplace of Captain Kirk. Lynch has been going to TrekFest for all 35 years. (Katie Goodale/The Daily Iowan)

TrekFest welcomes local and global communities

Brooklyn Draisey, Summer editor
July 2, 2019
The Danny McCaslin Group performs on the main stage for the 2017 Jazz Fest on Sunday, July 2nd, 2017. Jazz Fest has been hosted by Summer of the Arts since 2005. (James Year/Daily Iowan)

Jazz Fest brings unique genre to IC music scene

Brooklyn Draisey, Summer editor
July 2, 2019

Prequels hurt stories more than they help

Brooklyn Draisey, Summer Editor
July 1, 2019
File

Body found in Ralston Creek

Brooklyn Draisey, Summer Editor
July 1, 2019
Melk’s closed location is seen on Monday, June 17th, 2019.(Michael Guhin/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa City downtown destination Melk closes its doors

Brooklyn Draisey, Summer editor
June 24, 2019
Craig Kletzing explains the science behind his project during a press conference on Monday, June 25, 2019. (Emily Wangen/The Daily Iowan)

UI research team receives largest research award in UI history

Brooklyn Draisey, Summer editor
June 24, 2019
Iowa City police make arrests in Hollywood Boulevard shooting

Iowa City police make arrests in Hollywood Boulevard shooting

Brooklyn Draisey, Summer Editor
June 22, 2019
Cristhian Bahena Rivera (contributed)

Trial for Mollie Tibbetts homicide suspect delayed

Brooklyn Draisey, Summer Editor
June 21, 2019
Iowa City police charge 15-year-old boy in June 13 shooting

Iowa City police charge 15-year-old boy in June 13 shooting

Brooklyn Draisey, Summer Editor
June 21, 2019
Partygoers dance to a performance by Flint Eastwood during the Iowa City Downtown District Block Party on Saturday June 23, 2018. The 2nd annual event during which open containers were allowed in a select portion of downtown attracted thousands of guests and featured a variety of activities and performances. (Nick Rohlman/The Daily Iowan)

People gain new experiences with art at Downtown Block Party

Brooklyn Draisey, Summer editor
June 18, 2019
Cristhian Bahena Rivera (contributed)

Mollie Tibbetts homicide suspect asks for more time before judge decides if police violated his rights

Brooklyn Draisey, Summer Editor
June 18, 2019
Iowa City Police Captain Denise Brotherton addresses the audience during a community meeting on the shooting at Mercer Park Aquatic Center on June 17, 2019. Police answered questions on community safety and police measures. (Katie Goodale/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa City police investigate shots fired Monday morning

Brooklyn Draisey, Summer Editor
June 17, 2019
An Iowa City Police officer stands in an alley between Linn and Dubuque Street the night of Saturday April 23, 2017.

Johnson County prosecutor finds IC police officers justified in officer-involved shooting

Brooklyn Draisey, Summer Editor
June 14, 2019
A police car sits inside the a parking garage on May 4, 2015. (The Daily Iowan/Sergio Flores)

Vehicles, persons of interest identified in June 13 shooting

Brooklyn Draisey, Summer Editor
June 14, 2019
Iowa City police respond to shots fired near Mercer Park

Iowa City police respond to shots fired near Mercer Park

Brooklyn Draisey, Summer Editor
June 13, 2019
UI interim provost Sue Curry speaks during the state Board of Regents meeting at the University of Northern Iowa in Cedar Falls on Friday, Nov. 15, 2018.

Curry to move to Office of the President

Brooklyn Draisey, Summer Editor
June 13, 2019
President Donald Trump pauses during a speech at the Iowa GOP's America First Dinner at the Ron Pearson Center in West Des Moines on June 11, 2019.

Jimmy Fallon compares President Trump’s appearance to TigerHawk logo

Brooklyn Draisey, Summer Editor
June 12, 2019
A statue dedicated to UI student Mollie Tibbetts is seen at Ahrens Park in Grinnell, Iowa on June 6, 2019. The statue created by Dubuque artist Gail Chavenelle was installed May 18, 2019.

University of Iowa student Mollie Tibbetts honored with statues in Grinnell

Brooklyn Draisey, Summer Editor
June 10, 2019
Hancher Auditorium Executive Director Chuck Swanson speaks to members of the media during a press conference for The Big SplashÑ a three day festival set to be held at Hancher and along the Iowa RiverÑ on Tuesday, June 4, 2019. The Big Splash will take place August 14-16, 2020. (Emily Wangen/The Daily Iowan)

Festival celebrating Iowa River set to make a big splash in Iowa City

Brooklyn Draisey, Summer Editor
June 4, 2019
Regents listen to a presentation during a state Board of Regents meeting in the IMU main lounge on Thursday, Sept. 7, 2017.

Iowa State University student appointed to state Board of Regents

Brooklyn Draisey, Summer Editor
June 3, 2019
Name of May 31 drowning victim released

Name of May 31 drowning victim released

Brooklyn Draisey, Summer Editor
June 3, 2019
Cristhian Bahena Rivera (contributed)

Court documents show blood found in suspect’s car belonged to Mollie Tibbetts

Brooklyn Draisey, Summer Editor
May 31, 2019
Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz walks into the stadium before an Iowa/Minnesota football game in Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2017. The Hawkeyes defeated the Golden Gophers, 17-10.

Judge rules in favor of Kirk Ferentz in trial with neighbors

Brooklyn Draisey, News Editor
May 2, 2019
Rep. Mary Mascher, D-Iowa City, introduces Iowa Democratic gubernatorial candidate Fred Hubbell alongside Johnson Country sheriff Lonny Pulkrabek at Big Grove Brewery and Taproom on Sunday, Feb. 4, 2018. (Lily Smith/The Daily Iowan)

Johnson County Sheriff decides not to run for re-election

Brooklyn Draisey, News Editor
May 1, 2019
The Old Capitol is seen on Nov. 25, 2018.

UI delays initial step to proceeding on public-private partnership

Brooklyn Draisey, News Editor
April 2, 2019
Adiu Arou (left) and Dady Mansaray pose for a portrait in the Main Library on Monday, April 1, 2019. Mansaray and Arou will be running for president and vice president on the UI Charge ticket.

UI Charge runs on relationship building for UISG election

Brooklyn Draisey, News Editor
April 1, 2019
A Sysco truck crashes into the railroad above Iowa Avenue on Friday, March 29, 2019.

Semi truck hits Iowa Avenue railroad bridge

Brooklyn Draisey, News Editor
March 29, 2019
Mollie Tibbetts

Tibbetts trial moved to Woodbury County

Brooklyn Draisey, News Editor
March 27, 2019
Bryce and Brooklyn Draisey play video games on a PlayStation 2. Bryce often played video games at home, so it was one of his favorite pastimes while he was in the hospital.

My brother died when I was 11. The UI Children’s Hospital’s sibling program helped me through.

Brooklyn Draisey, News Editor
March 7, 2019
Firefighters respond to a structure fire at Burlington and Clinton on Tuesday, March 5.

Hieronymus Square fire damage estimated to cost $1 million; cause determined

Brooklyn Draisey, News Editor
March 6, 2019
A University of Iowa Police Department vehicle is pictured.

UI police investigate report of student struck in residence hall

Brooklyn Draisey, News Reporter
March 6, 2019
contributed

UI Community Credit Union works to change name after state, regent policy changes

Brooklyn Draisey, News Editor
February 27, 2019
UISG financial officer Terry Johnson responds to a question after presenting at the Iowa Memorial Union on Tuesday, February 19, 2019. (Alyson Kuennen/The Daily Iowan)

UISG discusses possible UI public/private partnership

Brooklyn Draisey, News Editor
February 19, 2019
UISG President Hira Mustafa speaks in an interview with The Daily Iowan in Adler Journalism Building on Wednesday, March 21, 2018.

UISG president vetoes First-Generation Summit legislation

Brooklyn Draisey, News Editor
February 16, 2019
The Old Capitol building is seen in 2018.

Court rules UI discriminated against student group

Marissa Payne and Brooklyn Draisey
February 6, 2019
Michael Belz, father of Gerald Belz, pays his respects during his son’s vigil at the Newman Catholic Student Center on Monday, February 4, 2019. Gerald died on Wednesday.

Catholic Center holds vigil in memory of UI student Gerald Belz

Brooklyn Draisey, News Editor
February 4, 2019
The Old Capitol is seen on Nov. 25, 2018.

UI fraternity Kappa Sigma loses status as registered student organization

Brooklyn Draisey, News Editor
December 12, 2018
Steve Goddard speaks during a forum as one of four candidates for the University of Iowa's Dean of the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences at Voxman Concert Hall on Tuesday, October 23, 2018. Previously, Goddard has served as the Interim Vice Chancellor for Research and Economic Development for the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.

Steve Goddard named new CLAS dean

Brooklyn Draisey, News Editor
December 3, 2018
AP reporters reflect on their time at the DI

AP reporters reflect on their time at the DI

Brooklyn Draisey, News Editor
November 26, 2018
Johnson County Supervisor Kurt Friese has died

Johnson County Supervisor Kurt Friese has died

Brooklyn Draisey, News Editor
October 26, 2018
Nine fraternities suspended pending investigations into alcohol use at events

Nine fraternities suspended pending investigations into alcohol use at events

Brooklyn Draisey, News Editor
October 10, 2018
Grant Field namesake Christine Grant watches the Iowa field hockey team in action against Indiana on Sunday, Sept. 16, 2018.

UI legend reflects on 50 years of fighting for gender equality in intercollegiate athletics

Brooklyn Draisey, News Editor
October 8, 2018
A mail truck is seen after catching fire on Sept. 24 at 2:45 p.m. on N. First Avenue.

Mail truck catches fire in Iowa City, no mail damaged

Brooklyn Draisey, News Editor
September 24, 2018
UISG Latinx Constituency Senator Fredy Quevedo poses for a portrait in the Latino-Native American Cultural Center on Monday, August 27, 2018. In his role as Constituency Senator, Quevedo serves as a bridge between UISG and the latino community.

Latinx community feels effects of immigration debate following death of Mollie Tibbetts

Brooklyn Draisey, News Reporter
August 27, 2018
The Old Capitol is seen on Thursday, Nov. 30, 2017.

Three University of Iowa students die off campus

Brooklyn Draisey, News Editor
August 23, 2018
The Old Capitol is seen on Thursday, Nov. 30, 2017.

Former UI staffer used university money to make personal purchases

Brooklyn Draisey, [email protected]
July 19, 2018
The garden classroom at the Robert A Lee recreation Center is seen on Monday, May 5, 2018. The classroom will be the location of a new butterfly tent. (Nick Rohlman/The Daily Iowan)

Grant funds IC Monarch rearing tent

Brooklyn Draisey, [email protected]
May 7, 2018
Meaghan Harding tapes a letter to the door of Bruce Harreld's home on May 4, 2018. UI's non-tenured faculty—grown to 52% since 2011—advocated for greater job security, fair pay, and benefits. (The Daily Iowan/Olivia Sun)

Nontenure faculty march to the president’s mansion

Brooklyn Draisey, [email protected]
May 6, 2018
Iowa City and University of Iowa police respond to loud bangs at Currier Residence Hall on Wednesday, Feb. 28, 2018. No suspicious activity was reported by emergency services following an inspection of the building.

Iowa City Police Officer recognized for keeping streets safe

Brooklyn Draisey, [email protected]
May 2, 2018
People walk in the Iowa City Pedestrian Mall on Thursday, April 26, 2018. Iowa City has released plans for renovations and updates to the area. (Nick Rohlman/The Daily Iowan)

Johnson County puts on events for Older Americans Month

Brooklyn Draisey, [email protected]
May 2, 2018
Director of Avengers talks Marvel and his time at the University of Iowa

Director of Avengers talks Marvel and his time at the University of Iowa

Brooklyn Draisey, [email protected]
April 30, 2018
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