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Emma Calabro

Emma Calabro, Visuals Editor

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Emma Calabro is a second-year student at the University of Iowa, pursing a BFA in Graphic Design, a BA in Enterprise Leadership, and a minor in News and Media Literacy. Emma is currently a visuals editor for The Daily Iowan.

All content by Emma Calabro
Jan Jensen celebrates a victory against Iowa State after the Iowa Corn Cy-Hawk Series at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Wednesday, Dec. 11, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cyclones 87-75.

[Photo] Hardwood meets the heartland in Iowa women’s basketball coach Jan Jensen

Jami Martin-Trainor, Executive Editor
December 17, 2024
Addison O’Grady and Audi Crooks jump for the ball during the Iowa Corn Cy-Hawk Series, a basketball game between Iowa and Iowa State at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, Iowa on Wednesday, Dec. 11, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cyclones 75-69.

Photos: Iowa women’s basketball vs. Iowa State

Emma Calabro and Jessy Lane
December 12, 2024
Boxers face off during Fall Brawl, hosted by Iowa Boxing Club, at the Iowa Memorial Union at the University of Iowa on Saturday, Dec, 7, 2024. Numerous schools including Iowa State, Wisconsin, and Illinois, as well as other boxing organizations fought in 11 bouts.

Photos: Iowa Boxing Club Hosts Fall Brawl

Emma Calabro and Ava Neumaier
December 8, 2024
Drag queen Beep Beep puts on a jacket before hosting and performing at Basix in Cedar Rapids on Nov. 30. Beep Beep explained that the competitive side of performing can be challenging.

[Photo] Drag kings and queens of Iowa City foster community to create a welcoming environment for any performer

Isabella Nekvinda, Arts Reporter
December 3, 2024
Iowa fans celebrate as a field goal is made to win the game in the last six seconds during a football game between Iowa and Nebraska at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Friday, Nov. 29, 2024. Iowa defeated Nebraska, 13-10

Photos: Iowa football vs. Nebraska

Isabella Tisdale and Emma Calabro
November 30, 2024
Owen Freeman dunks the ball during a mens basketball game between Iowa and USC Upstate at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, on Tuesday, Nov. 26, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Spartans 110-77.

Photos: Iowa mens basketball vs. USC Upstate

Emma Calabro and Jessy Lane
November 27, 2024
Teagan Mallegni drives in during a women's basketball game between Iowa and Washington State at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, on Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cougars 72-43.

Photos: Iowa women’s basketball vs. Washington State

Emma Calabro, Visuals Editor
November 25, 2024
Katie Imborek socializes with Sanctuary pastors and church attendees after a service at Sanctuary Community Church on Sunday, Oct. 13, 2024. Imborek has been a member of Sanctuary Community Church since 2011, emphasizing the importance of the churches messaging being positive for her wife and children as well as affirming of her role in the LGBTQ+ community.

[Photo] Historic religious changes cause mixture of emotion for religious individuals throughout Iowa City

Stella Shipman, Managing Editor
November 19, 2024
Iowa guard Owen Freeman wins the tip-off during a men's basketball game between Iowa and Washington State at Vibrant Arena in Moline, Illinois, on Friday, Nov. 15, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cougars 76-66.

Photos: Iowa men’s basketball vs. Washington State

Emma Calabro, Visuals Editor
November 16, 2024
Payton Sandfort looks to pass in the ball during a men’s basketball game between Iowa and South Dakota at Carver Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Coyotes 96-77.

Photos: Iowa Men’s Basketball vs. South Dakota

Emma Calabro and Jessy Lane
November 13, 2024
Community members cast their vote at Elkhorn City Hall on Election Day in Elkhorn, Wisconsin, on Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2024. In the U.S. General Election, Wisconsin is one of seven swing states, playing an essential role in the election outcome. As of 2023, Elkhorn has a population of 10,230 people. Elkhorn City Hall has been the polling location for City of Elkhorn residents since 2022, accommodating all size elections. Polls in the city hall opened at 7:00 a.m. and closed at 8:00 p.m.

Photos: Election Day in Wisconsin

Emma Calabro, Visuals Editor
November 6, 2024
A man is fills out his ballot in Elkhorn City Hall on Election Day in Elkhorn, Wisconsin, on Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2024. As of 2023, Elkhorn has a population of 10,230 people. Elkhorn City Hall has been the polling location for City of Elkhorn residents as of 2022, accommodating all size elections. Polls in the city hall opened at 7:00 a.m. and close at 8:00 p.m.

[Photo] Wisconsin voters stream to the polls

November 5, 2024
Hawkeyes celebrate after a football game between Iowa and Wisconsin at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 2, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Badgers 42-10. (Emma Calabro/The Daily Iowan)

Photos: Iowa football vs. Wisconsin

Emma Calabro and Emily Nyberg
November 2, 2024
Lead singer of Magdalena Bay, Micah Tenenbaum, plays the key tar during the Homecoming Concert on the Pentacrest in Iowa City on Friday, Oct. 25, 2024.

Photos: University of Iowa homecoming concert with the 502s and Magdalena Bay

Emma Calabro, Visuals editor
October 26, 2024
Michigan State Running Back Kay'ron Lynch-Adams runs from Iowa defense during a game between the Iowa and Michigan State at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing, Mich., on Saturday, Oct. 19, 2024. The Spartans defeated the Hawkeyes, 32-20.

Photos: Iowa football at Michigan State

Isabella Tisdale and Emma Calabro
October 20, 2024
Rob Sand speaks during his 100 Town Halls Tour at College Green Park in Iowa City on Friday, Oct. 18, 2024. At the event, Sand discussed current issues and priorities for the auditor's office and took questions from the public. Sand has been serving as a democratic state auditor since 2019.

Rob Sand speaks during his 100 Town Halls Tour at College Green Park in Iowa City on Friday, Oct. 18, 2024. At the event, Sand discussed current issues and priorities for the auditor's office and took questions from the public. Sand has been serving as a Democratic state auditor since 2019.

[Photo] State Auditor Rob Sand emphasizes the importance of bipartisanship

October 18, 2024
Members of the Johnson County Board of Supervisors meet at the Johnson County Public Health and Clinical Services building on Wednesday, April 24, 2024. In a formal meeting on Sept. 26, The board established a program to try and curb gun violence.

[Photo] JoCo Board passes $208,000 agreement to reduce gun violence

October 15, 2024
Washington fans tailgate before a football game between Washington and Iowa at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Oct. 12, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Huskies 40-16. (Emma Calabro/The Daily Iowan)

Washington fans pose for a picture at a tailgate before a football game between Washington and Iowa at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Oct. 12, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Huskies 40-16. (Emma Calabro/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa running back Jaziun Patterson and Iowa wide receiver Dayton Howard celebrate a touchdown during a football game between Washington and Iowa at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Oct. 12, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Huskies, 40-16. (Emma Calabro/The Daily Iowan)

Photos: Iowa football vs. Washington

Isabella Tisdale and Emma Calabro
October 12, 2024
Members of the Johnson County Board of Supervisors meet at the Johnson County Public Health and Clinical Services building on Wednesday, April 24, 2024. The Johnson County Board of Supervisors meet every Wednesday at 9:00 a.m.

Iowa forward Hannah Stuelke poses for a portrait during Iowa women’s basketball media day at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Thursday, Oct. 10, 2024. The players took photos and answered questions from the media.

Photos: 2024 Iowa Women’s Basketball Media Day

Isabella Tisdale and Emma Calabro
October 10, 2024
U.S. Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks speaks at a Wilton Back The Blue Rally at Axe & Oak Whiskey House on Oct. 9. Alongside Miller-Meeks, U.S. Senator Joni Ernst and Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird spoke on the upcoming election.

[Photo] Miller-Meeks declares victory in Iowa's 1st Congressional District before official calls

November 6, 2024
Iowa forward Payton Sandfort speaks with a member of the media during men’s basketball media day at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Monday, Oct. 7, 2024. The team took interviews from the media and held an open practice.

Photos: 2024 Iowa Men’s Basketball Media Day

Isabella Tisdale and Emma Calabro
October 7, 2024
Ohio State wide receiver Emeka Egbuka embraces teammates during a football game between No. 3 Ohio State and Iowa at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Saturday, Oct. 4, 2024. Egbuka received 71 yards, averaging 7.9 per carry, and had three touchdowns. The Buckeyes defeated the Hawkeyes 35-7.

Photos: Iowa football vs No. 3 Ohio State

Emma Calabro and Cody Blissett
October 6, 2024
Students watch the Waltz-Vance debate at a Young Americans for Freedom watch party in the IMU on Tuesday, Oct. 1, 2024. Many students participated in a bingo game during the watch party with prompts like ‘Abortion’ and ‘Our troops.’

Members of the Johnson County Board of Supervisors meet at the Johnson County Public Health and Clinical Services building on Wednesday, April 24, 2024. The Johnson County Board of Supervisors meet every Wednesday at 9:00 a.m.

Members of the Johnson County Board of Supervisors meet at the Johnson County Public Health and Clinical Services building on Wednesday, April 24, 2024. The Johnson County Board of Supervisors meet every Wednesday at 9:00 a.m. The Immigrant Welcome Network of Johnson County recently celebrated their one-year anniversary.

[Photo] Immigrant Welcome Network of Johnson County looks toward future initiatives

September 30, 2024
Matt Dannenberg is seen keg bowling during the Northside Oktoberfest at the Iowa City Downtown District on Saturday, Sept. 28, 2024. The festival included beer samples, activities, live music, and even a kids section called ‘SodaFest’. Dannenberg mention that this is his second year attending the Northside Oktoberfest.

Photos: 28th annual Northside Oktoberfest

Emma Calabro, Assistant Visuals Editor
September 28, 2024
Members of the Johnson County Board of Supervisors meet at the Johnson County Public Health and Clinical Services building on Wednesday, April 24, 2024. Following a growth in concerns over safety since the legalization of consumer fireworks in 2017, amendments to Johnson County’s Fireworks Ordinance were brought to the Board of Supervisors.

[Photo] Johnson County Board of Supervisors consider changing fireworks policy

September 26, 2024
Fishbait bassist J.J. Razor performs at the Gabe’s 50th Anniversary Show in Iowa City on Saturday, Sept. 21, 2024. Fishbait formed in 2020 and released their first album in October of last year.

Photos: Gabe’s 50th Anniversary Show

Emma Calabro, Jordan Barry, and Cody Blissett
September 25, 2024
Iowa players huddle before a game between Iowa and Cal Baptist at Xtream Arena in Coralville on Sept. 7. The Hawkeyes defeated the Lancers 3-0.

[Photo] Iowa volleyball players supporting each other on and off the court

September 17, 2024
Iowa Marching Band holds up a banner of Lisa Bluder during halftime at a football game between Iowa and Troy at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Trojans, 38-21.

[Photo] Lisa Bluder honored in football halftime show

September 15, 2024
Iowa running back Jaziun Patterson celebrates a touchdown during a football game between Iowa and Troy at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Trojans, 38-21. Patterson rushed 72 yards total.

Photos: Iowa vs Troy Football

Isabella Tisdale and Emma Calabro
September 14, 2024
Iowa defense Harper Dunne (23) keeps the ball away from a Wildcat during a field hockey game between Iowa and New Hampshire at Grant Field in Iowa City, Iowa on Friday Sept. 13, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats 5-0.

Photos: No. 6 Iowa Field Hockey vs. New Hampshire

Emma Calabro, Assistant Visuals Editor
September 14, 2024
A student puts toppings on their frozen yogurt at Yotopia in Iowa City on Wednesday, Sept. 11, 2024. Yotopia will be hosting a Fill it Forward event to kick off their 13th anniversary, in which a percentage of sale proceeds will be donated to a shelter house.

[Photo] Yotopia, USG hosts ‘Fill it Forward’ event to raise money for Shelter House

September 12, 2024
Players warmup before a game between Iowa and Cal Baptist at Xtream Arena in Coralville on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Lancers 3-0.

Photos: Iowa Volleyball vs. Cal Baptist

Emma Calabro, Assistant Visual Editor
September 8, 2024
An Iowa State fan poses for a picture before a game between Iowa and Iowa State in Iowa City on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024.

Photos: Tailgate – Iowa football vs. Iowa State

Emma Calabro, Ava Neumaier
September 7, 2024
Iowa wide receivers Reece Vander Zee and Jacob Gill celebrate during a football game between Iowa and Illinois State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 31, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Redbirds 40-0.

[Photo] Iowa starting receiver Jacob Gill brings experience in playmaking and blocking to Hawkeye offense

September 5, 2024
A hallway is seen in the Mayflower residence hall in Iowa City on Tuesday, Sept. 3, 2024. Since the dorm came back into service, it has been undergoing renovations.

[Photo] Above the Fold | What led the sale of Mayflower going under?

September 8, 2024
Elevators are seen at the Mayflower residence hall in Iowa City on Tuesday, Sept. 3, 2024. Since the dorm came back into service, it has been undergoing renovations.

A laundry room is seen in the Mayflower residence hall in Iowa City on Tuesday, Sept. 3, 2024. Since the dorm came back into service, it has been undergoing renovations.

Student lounges as seen in the Mayflower residence hall on Tuesday, Sept. 3, 2024. Since the dorm came back into service, it has been undergoing renovations.

Cigarettes are seen being placed on the counter at Kum & Go on Monday, Sept. 2, 2024. Iowa City has a tobacco moratorium in place until January 2025, and discussions regarding further restrictions for tobacco retailers is underway.

[Photo] Iowa City passes new tobacco retailer location rules, lifts tobacco permit moratorium

December 10, 2024
A pack of cigarettes are seen on the counter at Kum & Go on Monday, Sept. 2, 2024. Iowa City has a tobacco moratorium in place until January 2025, and discussions regarding further restrictions for tobacco retailers is underway.

[Photo] Iowa City Council moves toward zoning changes for new tobacco stores

September 3, 2024
Iowa running back Kaleb Johnson motions to fans after scoring a touchdown during a football game between Iowa and Illinois State at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Aug. 31, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Redbirds 40-0.

Photos: No. 25 Iowa football vs. Illinois State

Emily Nyberg and Emma Calabro
August 31, 2024
An Airliner employee takes a customer's order during the 16th Annual Taste of Iowa City downtown on Wednesday, Aug. 28, 2024.

Photos: 16th Annual Taste of Iowa City

Emma Calabro and John Charlson
August 28, 2024
Volunteers assisting with student move-in on Saturday, Aug. 17, 2024.

Police officers and sheriffs talking near disbanded Pro-Palestine encampments at Hubbard Park in Iowa City on Monday, May 6, 2024.

Police officers and sheriffs talking near disbanded pro-Palestine encampment at Hubbard Park in Iowa City on Monday, May 6, 2024.

Police officers and sheriffs talking near disbanded pro-Palestine encampment at Hubbard Park in Iowa City on Monday, May 6, 2024.

[Photo] First pro-Palestine encampment on UI campus shut down by police

Sabine Martin and Liam Halawith
May 6, 2024
Police officers and sheriffs talking near disbanded Pro-Palestine encampments at Hubbard Park in Iowa City on Monday, May 6, 2024.

[Photo] DITV: UI Pro-Palestine encampments quickly shut down

May 6, 2024
Food and drinks are laid out at the Iowa City Students for Justice in Palestine three-day solidarity event on the Pentacrest in Iowa City on Friday, May 3, 2024 (Emma Calabro/The Daily Iowan)

Photos: Pro-Palestine three-day solidarity event: Day One

Emma Calabro, Ryan Paris, and Sahithi Shankaiahgari
May 4, 2024
Attendees make zines for the Iowa City Students for Justice in Palestine three-day solidarity event on the Pentacrest in Iowa City on Friday, May 3, 2024

[Photo] Pro-Palestine supporters organize on Pentacrest for three-day solidarity event

Shreya Reddy and Roxy Ekberg
May 3, 2024
Attendees gather for the Iowa City Students for Justice in Palestine three-day solidarity event on the Pentacrest in Iowa City on Friday, May 3, 2024

Attendees gather for a three-day solidarity event on the Pentacrest in Iowa City on Friday, May 3, 2024. The event was organized by the Iowa City Students for Justice in Palestine.

[Photo] Live updates | Students gather on Pentacrest for ‘People’s University for Palestine’ solidarity event

DI Staff
May 3, 2024
Rod Sullivan speaking during a Johnson County Board of Supervisors meeting at the Johnson County Public Health and Clinical Services building on Wednesday, April 24, 2024.

Iowa wide receiver Alex Eichmann laughs with Iowa wide receiver Graham Friedrichsen during a spring practice at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, April 20, 2024. The Hawkeyes held a free open practice for fans.

Photos: 2024 Iowa football spring practice

Isabella Tisdale, Emma Calabro, and Emily Nyberg
April 20, 2024
Doug Collins and the Receptionists perform at Elrays in Iowa City on Friday, April 19, 2024.

[Photo] Doug Collins and the Receptionists bring country-pop sound to IC

April 19, 2024
Barbora Pokorna hits the ball during a tennis meet at the Hawkeye Tennis and Recreational Complex in Iowa City on Sunday, April 14, 2024. The Hawkeyes swept Penn State, 4-0.

Photos: Iowa tennis vs. Penn State

Emma Calabro, Photojournalist
April 14, 2024
Two people share a pair of torn solar viewers during the eclipse watch party on the Pentacrest on Monday, April 8, 2024.

Photos: 2024 solar eclipse from Iowa City

Ava Neumaier and Emma Calabro
April 8, 2024
Rod Sullivan speaks during the Johnson County Board of Supervisors meeting at the Johnson County Public Health and Clinical Services building on Wednesday, March 20, 2024.

[Photo] Shelter House Emergency Shelter set to receive renovations

April 17, 2024
Lead vocalist of Worst Impressions interacts with the crowd during Battle of the Bands at Gabe’s in Iowa City on Saturday, Feb. 17, 2024.

Photos: Iowa City Gabe’s Battle of the Bands

Emma Calabro, Photojournalist
February 18, 2024
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