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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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Kinsey Phipps

Kinsey Phipps, News Reporter

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Kinsey Phipps is a news reporter at The Daily Iowan. She is a first-year student at the UI studying journalism and English.

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Dancing in our hearts plays during Dance Marathon 26 in the IMU on Saturday, Feb. 8, 2020.

‘Dancing in Our Hearts’ room remembers children who died from cancer at UIDM 26

Kinsey Phipps, News Reporter
February 8, 2020
Kids switch their tassle to the right during Kiddo Graduation at Dance Marathon 26 in the IMU on Saturday, Feb. 8, 2020. (Katie Goodale/The Daily Iowan)

Ten kids celebrate being five years cancer-free at Dance Marathon 26

Kinsey Phipps, News Reporter
February 8, 2020
Carson King claps during a football game between Iowa and Middle Tennessee State University on Sept. 28, 2019.

‘Iowa Legend’ Carson King starts foundation, makes philanthropy a career

Kinsey Phipps, News Reporter
February 6, 2020
Johnson County Supervisors listen to a speaker during a public hearing to replace the Unified Development Ordinance at the Johnson County Human Services building on Thursday, December 5, 2019. The ordinance plans to add a formal request application for alterations of farms under forty acres. Farmers from around Johnson county gathered to voice their concerns about how the new ordinance could affect family farms.

Johnson County Board of Supervisors passes Unified Development Ordinance proposal, 3-2, in first consideration

Kinsey Phipps, News Reporter
December 6, 2019
Associate Professor of Instruction for the Rhetoric Department Megan Knight reads a statement during a protest for sick leave time at the Old Capitol Building on Tuesday, October 29, 2019. Faculty Forward would like to establish a sick leave bank for non-tenure track faculty. The University of Iowa’s Catastrophic Leave policy covers two percent of faculty members in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, most of the uncovered faculty are non-tenure track.

Fixed-term faculty protest catastrophic-leave policy outside UI Faculty Senate meeting

Kinsey Phipps and Katie Ann McCarver
October 29, 2019
Contributed

Carson King awarded a spot in the National Bobblehead Hall of Fame

Kinsey Phipps, News Reporter
October 14, 2019
Gov. Kim Reynolds declares Sept. 28 as ‘Carson King Day’

Gov. Kim Reynolds declares Sept. 28 as ‘Carson King Day’

Kinsey Phipps, News Reporter
September 25, 2019
Spectators watch the show during ESPN College GameDay before the annual Cy-Hawk football game between Iowa and Iowa State in Ames, IA on Saturday, September 14, 2019. This was GameDay's first visit to Ames.

Venmo, Busch Beer agree to match Altoona man’s donation to UI Children’s Hospital

Kinsey Phipps, News Reporter
September 17, 2019
Spectators watch the show during ESPN College GameDay before the annual Cy-Hawk football game between Iowa and Iowa State in Ames, IA on Saturday, September 14, 2019. This was GameDay's first visit to Ames.

Altoona man asks for Busch Light funds, donates to UI Children’s Hospital instead

Kinsey Phipps, News Reporter
September 16, 2019
Mollie Tibbetts

Organization remembers University of Iowa student Mollie Tibbetts on her 21st birthday

Kinsey Phipps, News Reporter
May 8, 2019
The Stanley Museum of Art sign is seen outside of the IMU on Monday, January 14, 2019.

Innovator in music, arts, engineering: UI alumnus Jason Snell

Kinsey Phipps, News Reporter
May 6, 2019
The College of Public Health Building as seen on Thursday, Dec. 14, 2017.

Student-run podcast bridges gap between researchers and community

Kinsey Phipps, News Reporter
May 2, 2019
University of Iowa's newly appointed Honors Associate Director on April 25, 2019.

New Honors assistant director embraces Iowa City

Kinsey Phipps, News Reporter
April 29, 2019
A hand made bike is seen during the Nexus Open House at the Seamans Center in Iowa City on Wednesday, April 24, 2019. During the event, students presented projects that combined art and engineering.

Combining arts & engineering: NEXUS hosts student open house

Kinsey Phipps, News Reporter
April 24, 2019
Carlos Nelson and Nadine Petty give a guided tour through the developing Center for Diversity and Enrichment in the Old Capitol Mall on Tuesday, April 16, 2019.

After 10 years of waiting, UI Center for Diversity & Enrichment nears move-in to new office space

Kinsey Phipps, News Reporter
April 22, 2019
This year's Baja racing vehicle stands in the Chemistry Building on Wednesday, April 17, 2019. (Jenna Galligan) The vehicle will be previewed in the Seaman Center New Annex on Thursday, April 18.

Iowa Baja shows off newest off-road vehicle for national competition in May

Kinsey Phipps, News Reporter
April 18, 2019
A growing Iowa City skyline stands against a muggy afternoon sky on Monday, July 17, 2006. A story released Monday in Money Magazine ranked the city No. 74 on its "Best Places to Live" list out of an original pool of nearly 750.

Building global ties locally: CIVIC brings international visitors to speak, learn, interact

Kinsey Phipps, News Reporter
April 17, 2019
Dylan Slattery, a cancer survivor, is pictured on Wednesday, April 11, 2019.

Podcast host and cancer survivor turns adversity to optimism through coaching, speaking

Kinsey Phipps, News Reporter
April 14, 2019
The Shambaugh House on Clinton Street on Tuesday, Aug. 29, 2017. Merrill is the author of an award winning series of poems. The house is the home to the International Writing Program.

International Writing Program launches project to cultivate creative careers for emerging writers

Kinsey Phipps, News Reporter
April 11, 2019
Doctor Mona Hanna-Attisha speaks during an event for the University of Iowa College of Public Health's Book Club at the College of Public Health on Monday, March 25, 2019. Doctor Mona spoke about her experiences exposing the water crisis in Flint, Michigan. The New York Times named Doctor Mona's book "What the Eyes Don't See" one of the 100 most notable books of the year in 2018.

College of Public Health hosts book club, invites authors to UI, gives free copies to department

Kinsey Phipps, News Reporter
April 9, 2019
Dr. Tom O'Dorisio of the Holden Comprehensive Cancer Center explains a Gallium 68 PET Scan on April 1, 2019. Dr. O'Dorisio is just one of a team of doctors in the Holden center who have been working with PRRT (Peptide Receptor Radionuclide Therapy), a treatment only done by the center

Neuroendocrine tumor program at Holden recognized as Center of Excellence

Kinsey Phipps, News Reporter
April 4, 2019
The College of Public Health is seen on March 11, 2019.

UI College of Public Health dean leads collaborative workshop between U.S., India

Kinsey Phipps, News Reporter
April 2, 2019
Contributed/UI Carver College of Medicine

UIHC doctor celebrated for work in diversity, ethnic skin care

Kinsey Phipps, News Reporter
March 31, 2019
Barre3, a new barre workout business in Iowa City, is seen on it's opening day on Thursday March 28 2019.

Barre3 opened doors to Iowa City-area residents this week

Kinsey Phipps, News Reporter
March 28, 2019
Assistant Professor Siyanda Mohutsiwa poses for a portrait at Dey House on Monday, March 25, 2019. Now verified with almost 40K Twitter followers, Mohutsiwa spoke in a 2016 TED Talk about how African American youth are finding their voices on Twitter.

Speaker, writer, mathematician: Multifaceted Mohutsiwa calls Iowa City home

Kinsey Phipps, News Reporter
March 26, 2019
The Old Capitol is shown on Monday, July 25, 2016.

Undergraduate-to-graduate programs, post-baccalaureate initiatives growing at the UI

Kinsey Phipps, News Reporter
March 13, 2019
John Woodruff, president of the new student organization on campus, College Students Care and the director of marketing for Students Care is pictured on Monday, March 11, 2019.

Students Care, founded by UI students, starts official student organization on campus

Kinsey Phipps, News Reporter
March 11, 2019
Bob Kirby, associate director of Honors at Iowa, poses for a picture on Wednesday, Feb.27, 2019. He is leaving his position which will cause a major change to the program. (Hannah Kinson / The Daily Iowan)

Honors at Iowa leader leaves after almost 20 years, takes on ICRU director full-time

Kinsey Phipps, News Reporter
March 5, 2019
Tippie graduate dubbed 2018 Global Citizen of the Year Award finalist

Tippie graduate dubbed 2018 Global Citizen of the Year Award finalist

Kinsey Phipps, News Reporter
March 3, 2019
Dina Bishara, cofounder of the Iowa City Autism Community, displays the contents of a Calm Kit on Tuesday, February 26 2019 at Bread Garden Market. She plans to donate Calm Kits to local schools to help students with autism.

Iowa City Autism Community distributing ‘Calm Kits’ to high-need elementary schools

Kinsey Phipps, News Reporter
February 28, 2019
The Iowa City Community School District sign is seen on Nov. 5, 2018

School District, Regina dealing with winter woes with unconventional makeup schedules

Kinsey Phipps, News Reporter
February 26, 2019
A bus stops at the Old Capitol Transit Center on Wednesday January 30, 2019.

Honors offers new Presidential Fellowship, changes scholarships

Kinsey Phipps, News Reporter
February 21, 2019
Catlett’s Flavors Abroad offers new culinary experience to everyday dining

Catlett’s Flavors Abroad offers new culinary experience to everyday dining

Kinsey Phipps, News Reporter
February 19, 2019
The UI Stead Family Children’s Hospital is seen in September 2018.

UI Stead Family Children’s Hospital receives $4.5 million gift

Kinsey Phipps, News Reporter
February 19, 2019
A collection of specimens from the evolutionary order crocodylomorphia at Trowbridge Hall on Feb. 13.

UI professor uncovers complex evolutionary history of crocodylia

Kinsey Phipps, News Reporter
February 18, 2019
Snow comes down in the Hawk Lot on Monday, February 11, 2019.

Students face trouble in Hawk Lot because of winter weather

Kinsey Phipps, News Reporter
February 15, 2019
UI sports and rec management student, Jennifer Fisher, poses for a portrait in downtown Iowa City on Monday, February 4, 2019. Fisher was chosen from 100 other applicants across 60 different campuses to run Instagram's official College Football Playoffs account.

Instagram’s story during 2019 College Football Championships run by UI student

Kinsey Phipps, News Reporter
February 7, 2019
A CHOMP sticker is prominently displayed on the window of Mickey's Pub on Monday, Jan. 29, 2018.

CHOMP develops online coupon service for eastern Iowa businesses

Kinsey Phipps, News Reporter
February 5, 2019
Krystal Parker poses for a portrait in the Iowa City Public Library on Friday, January 25 2019. Parker recently received a 2.1 million dollar grant for her research on the cerebellum.

Assistant professor earns $2.1 million to continue research on the cerebellum

Kinsey Phipps, News Reporter
January 30, 2019
Zach Suiter pours a beer at Big Grove Brewery in Iowa City on Monday, January 28, 2019. Tailwind, a collaborative brew between Ragbrai and Big Grove, will be available in May.

Big Grove Brewery sponsors training route, official RAGBRAI beer

Kinsey Phipps, News Reporter
January 29, 2019
The UI Hospitals and Clinics is seen from the west on Wednesday, Nov. 9, 2017.

UI Health Care ranked a top employer for diversity, inclusion by Forbes

Kinsey Phipps, News Reporter
January 28, 2019
Supporters hold signs at the Old Capitol Building on Thursday, Sept. 7, 2017. The recent decision regarding DACA's rescission has been a highly controversial issue in national politics.

UI Dreamers remain safe but want permanent solution

Kinsey Phipps, News Reporter
January 24, 2019
The Carver College of Medicine is pictured on April 4, 2018.

Carver Department of Biomedical Engineering strives to lead pulmonary, respiratory disease research

Kinsey Phipps, News Reporter
January 22, 2019
UI grads invent first autonomous training device for football receivers

UI grads invent first autonomous training device for football receivers

Kinsey Phipps, News Reporter
January 14, 2019
The Jefferson Building on Washington Street is seen during Jazz Fest on Sunday, July 2.

Local artist to open store in downtown Iowa City

Kinsey Phipps, News Reporter
January 13, 2019
Little Angels Learning Center and Preschool is seen on Tuesday, Dec. 11, 2018. The University of Iowa is offering free childcare to parents during finals week so that parents may study.

UI Family Services strives to relieve stress of parenting on busy lives

Kinsey Phipps, News Reporter
December 12, 2018
Two students read books in the Dey House on Tuesday, November 27, 2018. Iowa City is celebrating 10 years of being named UNESCO City of Literature.

Iowa City grows after 10 years as City of Literature

Kinsey Phipps, News Reporter
December 10, 2018
Crowd members move out of the meeting room to walk to President Bruce Harreld's office during the Labor Center Statewide Summit in the Old Capitol Senate Chambers on Monday Dec. 3, 2018. Members of the university and the community addressed concerns over the Labor Center closure before taking their petition to Harreld's office.

UI commitment to Labor Center sought after regents approve closure

Kinsey Phipps, News Reporter
December 4, 2018
Danielle Leveille poses for a portrait in Molly's Cupcakes in Iowa City on Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2018.

UI student stumbles on modeling career while abroad

Kinsey Phipps, News Reporter
December 4, 2018
UI student Danielle Havel poses for a portrait in the IMU on Wednesday, November 28, 2018. Havel worked with students across the country to discuss issues of human trafficking.

UI student travels to Nepal to learn about human trafficking

Kinsey Phipps, News Reporter
November 29, 2018
The Levitt Center for University Advancement is seen on Tuesday, November 27, 2018.

Write Now: UI’s first flash writing contest hopes to bring Hawkeyes everywhere a taste of Iowa City

Kinsey Phipps, News Reporter
November 27, 2018
The AIDS memorial quilt is seen in the Old Capitol Museum on Thursday, Nov. 30, 2017. (Lily Smith/The Daily Iowan)

ICRED hosts first RED Week raising HIV/AIDS awareness as UI student organization

Kinsey Phipps, News Reporter
November 26, 2018
The ACT sign is seen outside of the ACT Headquarters on Monday, March 5, 2018.

ACT grant will fund program to help Iowa City schools promote higher education

Kinsey Phipps, News Reporter
November 14, 2018
The Pappajohn Business Building is seen on Monday, Nov. 12, 2018.

Tippie revamps executive M.B.A. program to begin next fall

Kinsey Phipps, News Reporter
November 13, 2018
Fans spectate during the Iowa vs. Maryland game at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday Oct. 20, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Terrapins 23-0.

ESPN ranks Hawkeye student section No. 5 in the country

Kinsey Phipps, News Reporter
November 9, 2018
From Iowa City to El Paso: The Wave goes nationwide

From Iowa City to El Paso: The Wave goes nationwide

Kinsey Phipps, News Reporter
November 6, 2018
Graduate student B.K. Kim poses for a portrait in the Adler Journalism Building on Monday, Oct. 29, 2018. Kim recently received awards for his dissertation.

Journalism TA wins awards for dissertation on climate-change coverage in Korea

Kinsey Phipps, News Reporter
October 31, 2018
Kinsey Phipps receives a crescent moon tattoo at Velvet Lotus Tattoo shop on Sunday, October 28, 2018. The shop hosted their second annual Halloween charity event called "Tats for Tots." (Sid Peterson/The Daily Iowan)

Tattoo shop draws a crowd getting inked to help families this holiday season

Kinsey Phipps, News Reporter
October 29, 2018
The Stead Family Children's Hospital is seen on on Saturday, Sept. 23, 2017.

Soon to expand, program helps young cancer patients in unique ways

Kinsey Phipps, News Reporter
October 22, 2018
Rival Iowa volleyball teams raise $700 for Holden Cancer Center

Rival Iowa volleyball teams raise $700 for Holden Cancer Center

Kinsey Phipps, News Reporter
October 16, 2018
UI alum named 2018 Iowa History Teacher of the Year

UI alum named 2018 Iowa History Teacher of the Year

Kinsey Phipps, News Reporter
October 14, 2018
Catlett Dining Hall as seen on Tuesday, Nov. 28, 2017.

Catlett Dining Hall closed on weekends due to low turnout and decreased enrollment

Kinsey Phipps, News Reporter
October 7, 2018
(Fengzhao Xu/The Daily Iowan)

UIHC alcohol abuse screenings, shared governance model honored with Magnet designation

Kinsey Phipps, News Reporter
September 30, 2018
Fourth Magnet designation for excellence granted to UI nursing program

Fourth Magnet designation for excellence granted to UI nursing program

Kinsey Phipps, News Reporter
September 24, 2018
Students now required to apply for UI Honors program

Students now required to apply for UI Honors program

Kinsey Phipps, News Reporter
September 20, 2018
From left: UI sophomores Megan and Ciera Stitz pose for a portrait in the Adler Journalism Building on Tuesday, Sept. 18, 2018. The duo produces YouTube videos and have over 1 million subscribers.

Twin UI sophomores double as YouTube celebrities

Kinsey Phipps, News Reporter
September 19, 2018
Professor Melissa Tully poses for a portrait in the Adler Journalism Building on Sept. 17, 2018. Tully recently became the new Director of Undergraduate Studies in the School of Journalism and Mass Communication.

UI journalism professor gains tenure and new position leading undergraduate studies

Kinsey Phipps, News Reporter
September 17, 2018
Members of the Honors Program host an ice cream social called “Scoops for Scholars” in honor of the program's 60th anniversary in the Blank Honors Center Atrium on Sept. 12, 2018.

Celebrating 60 years of Honors at Iowa

Kinsey Phipps, News Reporter
September 13, 2018
Students listen to instructor Sara McGuirk in the "Writing and Community Outreach" creative writing class on Monday, Sept. 10, 2018.

UI’s Iowa Youth Writing Project reaches new heights

Kinsey Phipps, News Reporter
September 10, 2018
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