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Josie Fischels, Arts Editor

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Josie Fischels is an Arts Editor at The Daily Iowan. Josie is a junior studying journalism and theater arts. She worked as a news reporter her freshman year and served as Arts Editor her sophomore year.

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Amanda Thomas, University of Iowa Hawkeye Marching Band Drum Major, performs inside the Hawkeye Tennis and Recreation Complex on Wednesday April 7, 2021. “I am beyond excited to get started,” Thomas said.

Hawkeye Marching Band selects next drum major, a woman in a position dominated historically by men

April 11, 2021
Beabadoobee plays her guitar for a concert on Twitch March 19, 2021. SCOPE Productions hosted the concert.

Scope Productions hosts singer-songwriter beabadoobee for virtual concert

March 19, 2021
A row of hats is seen in the University of Iowa Costume Shop in the Old Museum of Art on Thursday, January 7th, 2021. Because of pandemic regulations,

Stitch by stitch: costuming ‘The People Before the Park’

March 14, 2021
Photo of Marvin Bell at Pacific University in Oregon. Contributed by John Campbell.

Friends, colleagues, students, and family reflect on the legacy of Iowa’s first Poet Laureate Marvin Bell

February 7, 2021
Anya Taylor-Joy stars in 'The Queen's Gambit' on Netflix. (Phil Bray/Netflix)

The Queen’s Gambit and onward: UI Writers’ Workshop alumni share adaptation experiences

February 2, 2021
Riverside Theatre's former location on Gilbert Street is seen on Sunday, April 26, 2020.

Riverside finds a new home in Ped Mall

January 24, 2021
The UI Acacia Fraternity is seen on Wednesday, Dec. 16, 2020.

‘This isn’t worth it.’ Former member of deregistered Acacia Fraternity recounts events leading to chapter suspension

December 16, 2020
Photo Illustration by Raquele Decker.

UI-developed COVID-19 saliva tests make in-person rehearsals possible for performing arts departments

November 8, 2020
University of Iowa arborists, Alan Allgood (left) and Andy Dahl (right), plant a red maple tree from Henry David Thoreau’s garden during the Literary Grove tree planting by the University of Iowa Arborists and Writers’ Workshop at the Dey House on Oct. 23.

Dey House ‘literary grove’ sprouts history, community

October 24, 2020
The local band known as Ped Mall play outside of Daydrink coffee shop in downtown Iowa City on Saturday, October 17, 2020.

Brewing a new beat: new coffee shop helps local band find its start

October 19, 2020
Epidemiologist at the Carver College of Medicine, Jorge Salinas, MD, speaks during a special session of the UI Faculty Senate meeting on Wednesday, Sept. 9, 2020. Senate members and UIHC health experts met to discuss current updates of data for the COVID-19 pandemic and comment on public health.

UI health officials address decline in COVID-19 cases in Iowa City

September 9, 2020
Protesters march back to the Old Capitol Building during a Black Lives Matter protest organized by the Iowa Freedom Riders on Sunday, Aug. 30, 2020. This was the third protest of a four day protest streak in which protesters took to the street to put pressure on the City Council. These protests lead up to a Tuesday meeting during which three of their demands will be discussed.

IFR organizers encourage protesters to demand action from officials at third night of protests

August 31, 2020
Contributed.

Open Air Media Festival to illuminate Iowa City

August 27, 2020
The English-Philosophy Building is seen on Wednesday, Aug. 26, 2020.

UI Nonfiction Writing Program sees changes going into fall semester

August 26, 2020
Schaeffer Hall as seen on Oct. 9, 2018.

Five of 15 faculty reinstated within College of Liberal Arts and Sciences

August 5, 2020
Old Capital as seen on April 13, 2020.

UI cancels in-person fall youth programming

July 17, 2020
Provost Montserrat Fuentes speaks during an interview with The Daily Iowan in Jessup Hall on Monday Sept. 30, 2019. Fuentes addressed topics including diversity of campus and student enrollment.

Provost Fuentes signs settlement agreement with UI to serve as special assistant to the president

July 16, 2020
Old Capital as seen on April 13, 2020.

UI Diversity Councils dissatisfied with UI leaders’ Black Lives Matter response

July 14, 2020
A crowd participating in a march to support the Black Lives Matter movement and protest police brutality stops at the intersection of Burlington Street and Riverside Drive to spray paint the intersection and chant in support of their cause.

Creating change in Iowa City: The Iowa Freedom Riders

July 14, 2020
Over 100 flags are on display on the Iowa Memorial Union Pedestrian Bridge to recognize the international students on campus.

UI international students may need to leave U.S. after Thanksgiving per new ICE order

July 8, 2020
The Campus Recreation and Wellness Center is shown on Sunday, March 22, 2015. The CRWC will be closed from Monday to Sunday due to the men's NCAA Swimming and Diving Championships. (The Daily Iowan; John Theulen)

Recreational Services to begin phased reopening of facilities

July 6, 2020
Protesters gather to commemorate a new mural that celebrates Black lives on Saturday, July 4, 2020 on Linn Street in Iowa City. After multiple speakers shared personal stories of inequality at the Pentacrest, protesters walked to Linn Street to celebrate an unveiling of a mural by Robert Moore and Dana Harrison.

Iowa Freedom Riders continue push for change with Fourth of July protest

July 5, 2020
Gov. Kim Reynolds speaks during the Condition of the State address at the Iowa State Capitol on Tuesday, January 14, 2020. Gov. Kim Reynolds discussed initiatives such as tax cuts, mental health funding, and workforce training.

Gov. Kim Reynolds, Johnson County extend public health emergency declarations

June 25, 2020
Schaeffer Hall as seen on Oct. 9, 2018.

15 faculty members laid off within College of Liberal Arts and Sciences amid budget cuts

June 20, 2020
Iowa City jazz musician Blake Shaw performs on Saturday, June 20 at the Pentacrest. The Iowa Freedom Riders hosted a celebration to commemorate Juneteenth, the anniversary of when the last enslaved people were freed. (Hannah Kinson/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa Freedom Riders hold Juneteenth celebration and march

June 20, 2020
The Daily Iowan newsroom is seen on Feb. 26, 2019.

Letter from The Daily Iowan editors | We’re listening

June 16, 2020
Protesters circle at the intersection of Dubuque St. and Foster Rd. on Friday, June 5, 2020 to spray paint before marching to I-80.

Black Lives Matter — two weeks of protests in Iowa City

June 16, 2020
Iowa City citizens march through downtown as part of a protest on Sunday, June 14, 2020. Iowa City, along with several other major cities across the country, has been a center for protesting systemic racism and the murder of George Floyd at the hands of police.

Iowa Freedom Riders visit City Councilor Pauline Taylor’s home

June 14, 2020
Iowa Citizens march past the Old Capitol as part of a protest on Thursday, June 11th, 2020. Iowa City, along with several major cities across the country, has been a center for protesting racism in the police force and the murder of George Floyd.

Protest met with barricade, around 100 law enforcement officers in Coralville

June 11, 2020
A crowd gathers outside of Coral Ridge Mall in Coralville on Sunday, May 31, 2020. Social media posts circulated Twitter and Facebook encouraging looters to break into the mall at 10:30 p.m. Police blocked the entrances and the crowd became violent as a man rushed an officer and police used pepper spray and flash bangs on the crowd. Several nearby businesses had property damage to windows and some protesters were handcuffed.

Curfew lifts in Coralville

June 9, 2020
Iowa City mayor Bruce Teague speaks during the final session of the “Speak Up, Speak Out,” series at Mercer Park on Saturday, June 6, 2020. Mayor Bruce Teague invited community members to voice their thoughts and frustrations.

Final ‘Speak Up, Speak Out’ event held in Mercer Park

June 7, 2020
A march to support the Black Lives Matter movement and protest police brutality begins at the Pentacrest in downtown Iowa City on Thursday, June 4. The crowd, which contained about 2,500 people according to organizers, is seen here beginning the march by exiting the east side of the Pentacrest before they would head south on Clinton St.

Protesters complete night of peaceful marching without police clash, march onto I-80

June 4, 2020
The Old Capitol is seen on April 13, 2020.

Second phase announced for reopening UI research facilities

June 3, 2020
A group of protestors spray paint the intersection of Linn and East Burlington St. on Tuesday, June 2, 2020. The group marched to various locations in Iowa City, including several city and county buildings. This marks the second night of protest in the community.

Peaceful marching, some damages during second night of protesting in Iowa City

June 3, 2020
Iowa City Mayor Bruce Teague speaks during the Say Their Names rally on the Pentacrest on Saturday, May 30, 2020. Iowa City community members gathered to remember George Floyd, Ahmed Arbury, Yassin Mohamed and others. Money was collected during the event which went in donation to a vehicle procession carrying protesters going to Minneapolis. There were about five vehicles leaving directly following the rally.

Iowa City leaders to hold ‘Speak Up, Speak Out’ series for community

June 2, 2020
Gov. Kim Reynolds speaks during the Condition of the State address at the Iowa State Capitol on Tuesday, January 14, 2020.

Curfews will not affect voting in primary, Reynolds confirms

June 2, 2020
Officers stand with riot shields outside of the Coral Ridge Mall in Coralville on Monday, June 1, 2020. Social media posts circulated Twitter and Facebook encouraging looters to break into the mall at 10:30 p.m. Police blocked the entrances and the crowd became violent as a man rushed an officer and police used pepper spray and flash bangs on the crowd. Several nearby businesses had property damage to windows and some protesters were handcuffed.

Curfew imposed in Coralville

June 1, 2020
Old Capital as seen on April 13, 2020.

‘Together we must act’: UI leaders to release update to diversity equity and inclusion plan this week

June 1, 2020
Chloe Bender (center) shouts at police stand in front of the police during a protest outside of the Des Moines police station on Friday, May 29, 2020. An organized peaceful rally in honor of George Floyd and other victims of police brutality turned to violence following the event. Protesters threw water bottles at police while police sprayed tear gas and flares were thrown. Bender was later tear gassed by police.

Protesters and police clash after rally in honor of George Floyd in Des Moines

May 30, 2020
The Englert Theater is seen closed on Wednesday, March 18th, 2020. The spread of coronavirus in Johnson county has been named a public health emergency. (Tate Hildyard/The Daily Iowan.)

Mission Creek Festival canceled for 2020

May 22, 2020
The Old Capitol is seen on April 13, 2020.

University of Iowa to begin phased reopening of select campus operations

May 22, 2020
Filmscene is seen on April 15, 2020.

Movie theaters get green light from Reynolds to reopen, but FilmScene will remain closed for now

May 20, 2020
Brothers patio is seen on May 15, the first day Johnson County restaurants were allowed to reopen at limited capacity.

Businesses can reopen — but some in Iowa City are having second thoughts

May 15, 2020
Old Capital as seen on April 13, 2020.

UI College of Liberal Arts and Sciences planning for large classes to be at least partially virtual

May 12, 2020
The University of Iowa Health Care building is seen on Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2015.

Harreld says UIHC is confident in supply of personal protective equipment to resume elective procedures

April 30, 2020
The Riverside Theatre is seen on Sunday, April 26, 2020.

Empty stages: Performing arts put on hold in area venues

April 27, 2020
Jacob Lee's installation

UI M.F.A. art students find new ways to present theses amid COVID-19 closures

April 21, 2020
The Old Capitol is seen on Thursday, March 12, 2020.

Pan Asian Council issues statement condemning anti-Asian discrimination amid COVID-19 pandemic

April 17, 2020
University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics as seen on Sept. 17, 2018.

UI Health Care receives $2 million donation to fund COVID-19 expenses

April 14, 2020
Contributed (Photographer: Brett Stone)

Student Spotlight: UI playwright turns to livestreaming their writing process online amid COVID-19 outbreak

April 5, 2020
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