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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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Ryan Hansen

Ryan Hansen, Managing Digital Editor

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Ryan Hansen is the Managing Digital Editor at The Daily Iowan. He is a senior at the University of Iowa majoring in journalism and political science. He has previously worked as a digital producer and news reporter covering the Undergraduate Student Government and undergraduate colleges.

 

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Senior Column | The DI has given me more than I could have imagined

Ryan Hansen, Managing Digital Editor
May 9, 2023
Iowa guard Caitlin Clark attempts shot during a 2023 NCAA women’s Final Four game between No. 1 South Carolina and No. 2 Iowa at American Airlines Arena in Dallas, Texas, on Friday, March 31, 2023. Clark scored 41 points. The Hawkeyes defeated the Gamecocks, 77-73, to advance to the National Championship Game.

National Championship Preview | Iowa takes on LSU with national title on the line

Ryan Hansen and Jami Martin-Trainor
March 29, 2023
Iowa guard Caitlin Clark and Iowa center Monika Czinano celebrate after a victory over No.6 Colorado at the 2023 NCAA Tournament Sweet 16 at Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle, WA on March 24, 2023.

Iowa women’s basketball to take on South Carolina in Final Four

Ryan Hansen, Managing Digital Editor
March 27, 2023
Iowa center Monika Czinano shoots a layup during the 2023 NCAA Elite Eight women’s basketball game between second-seeded Iowa and fifth-seeded Louisville at Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle, Wash., on Sunday, March 26, 2023.

Twitter reacts to the Iowa women’s basketball team’s Elite Eight victory over Louisville

Chris Werner and Ryan Hansen
March 27, 2023
After years of uncertainty, Forest View residents relocate

After years of uncertainty, Forest View residents relocate

Ryan Hansen, Managing Digital Editor
February 26, 2023
iStock.

Review | Metro Boomin brings together the brightest stars for new rap classic

Ryan Hansen and Colin Votzmeyer
December 7, 2022
Iowa Republican candidate for the U.S. House, Zach Nunn, speaks after winning election during a watch party for Iowa Republicans on Election Day at the Hilton Downtown in Des Moines on Tuesday, Nov. 8, 2022. Nunn defeated Cindy Axne.

Nunn beats incumbent Axne as Republicans sweep Congressional races

Emily Nyberg and Ryan Hansen
November 9, 2022
Recording artist/rapper Drake performs during the Revolt Party at the Time Warner Cable Studios. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

Review | Drake and 21 Savage created a classic collab album with ‘Her Loss’

Ryan Hansen, Colin Votzmeyer, and Cooper Worth
November 8, 2022
The Iowa City City Council on Tuesday, Aug. 16, 2022.

Iowa City City Council postpones vote to remove Truth and Reconciliation Commission chair

Ryan Hansen and Meg Doster
August 16, 2022
Moderna COVID-19 vaccine is drawn up on Tuesday, Dec. 22, 2020.

UIHC joins study analyzing the immune response to fourth COVID-19 shot

Ryan Hansen, News Reporter
May 5, 2022
Mayor Bruce Teague speaks with undergraduate student government members at an Iowa City City Council meeting at City Hall in Iowa City on Tuesday, May 3, 2022.

Iowa City garbage collection fees to increase

Ryan Hansen, News Reporter
May 3, 2022
President of the Tenant's Association Margarita Rodriguez speaks about the Forest View relocation plan at an Iowa City City Council meeting at City Hall in Iowa City on Tuesday, April 19, 2022.

Iowa City to provide relocation assistance to Forest View mobile home residents

Ryan Hansen, News Reporter
April 19, 2022
Contributed.

Acclaimed accounting professor Dan Collins to retire after 45 years at the UI

Ryan Hansen, News Reporter
April 19, 2022
UI professor to research collaborative regenerative medicine in Ireland

UI professor to research collaborative regenerative medicine in Ireland

Ryan Hansen, News Reporter
April 14, 2022
Ana Rodríguez speaks to faculty senate members during a University of Iowa Faculty meeting over zoom on Tuesday, April 12, 2022.

UI institutional track update highlights faculty members’ negative experiences

Ryan Hansen, News Reporter
April 12, 2022
Contributed.

UI researchers to determine how entrepreneurs balance ethics, decision-making

Ryan Hansen, News Reporter
April 10, 2022
Kurt Heiar, an associate professor of practice with the John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center who is helping graduate and undergraduate students succeed by providing funding for their projects, poses for a portrait in the John Pappjohn Business Building on Monday, April 4, 2022.

UI grad student, faculty incubator facilitates entrepreneurship

Ryan Hansen, News Reporter
April 6, 2022
Iowa City City Manager Geoff Fruin speaks at a City Council meeting on Tuesday, April 5, 2022.

City Council still unsure on Forest View financial assistance parameters

Ryan Hansen, News Reporter
April 5, 2022
The playground by the Iowa City Public Library is seen on Saturday, April 4, 2020. Downtown was quiet during the first weekend after spring break as classes have been moved online and the bars closed due to coronavirus.

Construction company approved for new Iowa City Ped Mall playground

Ryan Hansen and Emily Delgado
April 5, 2022
Scott Lyon, the new firehouse chief, poses for a portrait in the Fire House Quarters in Iowa City, on Monday, April 4, 2022.

New Iowa City fire chief aims to form connections with Iowa City community

Ryan Hansen, News Reporter
April 5, 2022
Patrick Johnson and Vera Barkosky find out they will be the President and Vice President of USG in the IMU on Friday, April 1, 2022.

Johnson, Barkosky elected next USG president, vice president

Ryan Hansen, News Reporter
April 1, 2022
Robert Jepsen speaks about the implementation of a sustainability focused course requirement at the University of Iowa to senators during a University Student Government meeting on Tuesday, March 29, 2022.

USG backs university-wide sustainability gen-ed

Ryan Hansen and Alliyah Lipsit
March 29, 2022
Graduate Research Assistant in the department of civil and environmental engineering Danielle Land filters a water sample in the Seamans Center on Tuesday, March 29, 2022. Land is part of a group that is developing an online tool that identifies which homes might be at risk of water contamination from lead.

UI researchers to develop lead detection tool for water

Ryan Hansen, News Reporter
March 29, 2022
A now hiring sign is displayed at the future location of The Stuffed Olive and Tap on the Ped Mall on Thursday, March 24, 2022.

Iowa City still recovering from the financial impact of COVID-19, officials say

Ryan Hansen, News Reporter
March 27, 2022
City attorney Eric Goercs speaks at an Iowa City City Council meeting at the Senior Center in Iowa City on Tuesday, Feb. 1, 2022.

Iowa City City Council unanimously adopts adjusted meeting protocols

Emily Delgado and Ryan Hansen
March 22, 2022
Mayor Bruce Teague speaks at an Iowa City City Council work session at the Senior Center in Iowa City on Tuesday, March 22, 2022.

Iowa City City Council considering relocation funds for residents of Forest View mobile home park

Ryan Hansen, News Reporter
March 22, 2022
A USG meeting votes yes for donating $20,000 to the IMU in which they will have more hybrid rooms dedicated for students, in the Black Box Theater at the IMU, on Tuesday, March 8, 2022.

USG gives $25,000 to CommUnity Mental Health Support Line

Ryan Hansen, News Reporter
March 8, 2022
A USG senator covers his segment in the New Business segment of an undergraduate student government meeting on Tuesday, March 1, 2022.

USG funds $20,000 IMU renovation reimbursement

Alliyah Lipsit and Ryan Hansen
March 8, 2022
The Iowa City City Council meets at the Senior Center in Iowa City on Tuesday, Nov. 16, 2021. City Manager Geoff Fruin looks to community members addressing the council about COVID-19 relief funds for front line workers.

Iowa City City Council shifts from two-year to five-year strategic plan

Ryan Hansen and Emily Delgado
March 8, 2022
The playground by the Iowa City Public Library is seen on Saturday, April 4, 2020. Downtown was quiet during the first weekend after spring break as classes have been moved online and the bars closed due to coronavirus.

Iowa City City Council approves installation of new Ped Mall playground

Ryan Hansen and Emily Delgado
March 1, 2022
Mayor Bruce Teague speaks at an Iowa City City Council meeting at the Senior Center in Iowa City on Tuesday, Feb. 1, 2022.

Iowa City City Council votes against penalties for disruptive public commenters

Ryan Hansen and Emily Delgado
March 1, 2022
Executive director of the Center for Worker Justice of Eastern Iowa and former Mayor Pro Tem Mazahir Salih speaks at an Iowa City City Council meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 15, 2022.

Iowa City City Council extends Section 8 housing absence to 60 days

Emily Delgado and Ryan Hansen
March 1, 2022
Mayor Bruce Teague speaks at an Iowa City City Council meeting at the Senior Center in Iowa City on Tuesday, Feb. 1, 2022..

Mayor Bruce Teague issues statement in support of Ukraine, NATO

Ryan Hansen, News Reporter
March 1, 2022
Will Meyer, left, and Kacie Frederick check the load of the U-Haul on Monday, July 26, 2021. Frederick said she had to move out of her old apartment but cannot get into her new one for 3 days, so they have to leave her things in the U-Haul.

USG providing education, resources for Iowa City lease gaps

Ryan Hansen, News Reporter
March 1, 2022
The University of Iowa's College of Dentistry and Dental Clinic building is seen on Sunday, Feb. 27, 2022.

UI researchers look into genetic causes, solutions for cleft palate and lip patients

Ryan Hansen, News Reporter
February 28, 2022
The University of Iowa Undergraduate Student Government listens to a representative from the Iowa City Foreign Relations Council speak during a USG meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 22, 2022.

USG amends constitution, looks to revitalize judicial branch

Ryan Hansen, News Reporter
February 22, 2022
Ruins of the Medical Lab.

After 175 years, a reflection on natural disasters at the UI

Ryan Hansen, News Reporter
February 22, 2022
Members of the House congregate in the House Chamber after the opening of the 2022 Legislative Session at the Iowa State Capitol in Des Moines, Iowa, on Monday, Jan. 10, 2022. Both the House and Senate Republican leaders said the priority of this session is to return tax funds and address workforce conditions.

Iowa House passes 4 percent flat tax bill

Ryan Hansen, News Reporter
February 16, 2022
Mayor Bruce Teague speaks at an Iowa City City Council meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 15, 2022. Teauge gave his State of the City address, the city council heard concerns from the Center of Worker Justice, and the city council discussed meeting protocols.

Teague touts Iowa City accomplishments, future goals in State of the City address

Ryan Hansen, News Reporter
February 15, 2022
Mayor Bruce Teague listens to Iowa City City Attorney Eric Goers at an Iowa City City Council meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 15, 2022. Teauge gave his State of the City address, the city council heard concerns from the Center of Worker Justice, and the city council discussed meeting protocols.

Iowa City City Council nears rule change for public comment period

Emily Delgado and Ryan Hansen
February 15, 2022
Vice Chair of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Joyce Goins-Fernandez poses for a portrait on Monday, Feb. 14, 2022, at the Center for Disabilities and Development building.

UI Health Care Black Faculty Council looks to grow through recruitment, retention

Ryan Hansen, News Reporter
February 15, 2022
UI Wild director David Conrads poses with a hawk at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Feb. 9, 2022.

UI School of the Wild looks to expand statewide

Ryan Hansen, News Reporter
February 9, 2022
Photo Illustration by Ayrton Breckenridge.

Rising inflation could impact Iowa City businesses, University of Iowa operations

Ryan Hansen, News Reporter
February 3, 2022
City Attorney Eric Goers talks about new proposed rules regarding public comment at an Iowa City City Council work session on Tuesday, Feb. 1, 2022. City councillors hoped for smoother meetings with the new proposed rules.

Iowa City City Council looks to revise public comment rules

Ryan Hansen and Emily Delgado
February 1, 2022
Photo illustration by Lillie Hawker.

UI expands COVID-19 testing for students with at-home tests

Ryan Hansen, News Reporter
January 30, 2022
A member of the University of Iowa’s Undergraduate Student Government speaks during a USG meeting at the Iowa Memorial Union on Jan. 25th, 2022.

USG allocates funds for equipment maintenance

Ryan Hansen, News Reporter
January 25, 2022
The outside of the University of Iowa Flood center is seen in Iowa City on Thursday, Jan. 20, 2022.

UI Iowa Flood Center develops real-time flood information system

Ryan Hansen, News Reporter
January 20, 2022
University of Iowa Undergraduate Student Government Cabinet Director Vera Barkosky poses for a portrait at the Iowa Memorial Union on Jan. 17 2022.

USG hopes to alleviate pressure of climbing textbook prices for students

Ryan Hansen, News Reporter
January 17, 2022
University of Iowa Counseling Services Director Barry Schreier is seen in his office at the Westlawn Building on December 12, 2019. Schreier recently was awarded the Association of University and College Counseling Center’s President’s Award for Meritorious Service in the National Field of Campus Mental Health.

UI hires mental health counselors in response to student distress

Ryan Hansen, News Reporter
December 9, 2021
Undergraduate Student Government President Regan Smock addresses those present during a joint meeting between the University of Iowa Undergraduate Student Government and Graduate and Professional Student Government on Tuesday, Sept. 28, 2021. The meeting passed legislature on both the instating of Juneteenth as a University Holiday and the creation of a vaccination requirement in University of Iowa Buildings.

USG funds Fresh Check Days for the next three years

Ryan Hansen, News Reporter
November 30, 2021
Photo Illustration by Dimia Burrell.

New research shows side hustles can boost full-time job performance

Ryan Hansen, News Reporter
November 28, 2021
Labor, supply shortages in retail persist for Black Friday

Labor, supply shortages in retail persist for Black Friday

Ryan Hansen, News Reporter
November 18, 2021
USG passes “line of succession” amendment, confirms Lauer as VP

USG passes “line of succession” amendment, confirms Lauer as VP

Ryan Hansen, News Reporter
November 16, 2021
Contributed.

UI research finds employees less likely to work with politically-opposed companies

Ryan Hansen, News Reporter
November 15, 2021
Regan Smock, president of Undergraduate Student Government, addresses Senators during the Undergraduate Student Government meeting at the Iowa Memorial Union on Sept. 7 2021.

USG allocates thousands to Student Video Productions for outdated equipment

Ryan Hansen, News Reporter
November 9, 2021
Professor of Economics and Economics Department Officer David Cooper poses for a portrait on Thursday, Nov. 4, 2021.

New Tippie economics department executive officer looks to rebuild program

Ryan Hansen, News Reporter
November 7, 2021
A UIHC staff member puts a bandaid on Keagan Kleppe at the UIHC Riverside Landing Clinic in Coralville, Iowa Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2021.

Children ages 5-11 receive COVID-19 vaccines at UIHC

Ryan Hansen and Sabine Martin
November 3, 2021
Fred Ullrich poses for a portrait in his office located at the College of Public Health building on Wednesday, Oct. 27, 2021.

In rural counties, UI research shows higher rates of COVID-19 cases, deaths

Ryan Hansen, News Reporter
October 27, 2021
Regan Smock, president of Undergraduate Student Government, addresses Senators during the Undergraduate Student Government meeting at the Iowa Memorial Union on Sept. 7 2021.

USG votes to consider constitutional amendment on succession plan

Ryan Hansen, News Reporter
October 26, 2021
Director of the Healthier Workforce Center Diane Rohlman poses for a portrait on Thursday, Oct. 21, 2021. (Jerod Ringwald/The Daily Iowan)

UI-based center receives $6 million to improve worker health

Ryan Hansen, News Reporter
October 21, 2021
Photo illustration by Grace Kreber. (Grace Kreber/The Daily Iowan)

Research looks to maximize supervisor, remote worker productivity

Ryan Hansen, News Reporter
October 17, 2021
Regan Smock, president of Undergraduate Student Government, addresses Senators during the Undergraduate Student Government meeting at the Iowa Memorial Union on Sept. 7 2021.

USG appoints Omar Mustafa interim Speaker Pro Tempore

Ryan Hansen, News Reporter
October 12, 2021
Professor Patrick Sinn right, and members of his research team Cami Hippee Graduate Student in Microbiology, Brajesh Singh Associate Research Scientist take time out for a picture on Friday, Oct. 8, 2021.

UI research may explain why measles is the most contagious human virus

Ryan Hansen, News Reporter
October 11, 2021
University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics as seen on Tuesday, June 23, 2020.

COVID-19 vaccine study of UI Health Care workers confirms effectiveness

Ryan Hansen, News Reporter
October 10, 2021
At the undergraduate student government meeting student senators listen to the speakers Stratis Giannakouros who spoke on sustainability at the university and Martha Pierce who advocated for violence prevention on Tuesday October, 5th.

USG plans one-time projects to reduce budget surplus

Ryan Hansen, News Reporter
October 6, 2021
At the undergraduate student government meeting student senators listen to the speakers Stratis Giannakouros who spoke on sustainability at the university and Martha Pierce who advocated for violence prevention on Tuesday October, 5th.

Jack Lauer appointed as student government interim vice president

Ryan Hansen, News Reporter
October 5, 2021
The John Pappajohn Business Building on a sunny afternoon on Sept. 1, 2021.

Pappajohn family contributes $10 million to entrepreneurial centers

Ryan Hansen, News Reporter
October 4, 2021
Contributed.

Spring UI courses to offer new community partnership designation

Ryan Hansen, News Reporter
October 3, 2021
Undergraduate Student Government President Regan Smock addresses those present during a joint meeting between the University of Iowa Undergraduate Student Government and Graduate and Professional Student Government on Tuesday, Sept. 28, 2021. The meeting passed legislature on both the instating of Juneteenth as a University Holiday and the creation of a vaccination requirement in University of Iowa Buildings.

USG, GPSG pass regarding vaccine requirements, Juneteenth resolutions

Anthony Neri and Ryan Hansen
September 28, 2021
University of Iowa President Barbara Wilson addresses those present during a joint meeting between the University of Iowa Undergraduate Student Government and Graduate and Professional Student Government on Tuesday, Sept. 28, 2021. The meeting passed legislature on both the instating of Juneteenth as a University Holiday and the creation of a vaccination requirement in University of Iowa Buildings. (Cecilia Shearon/The Daily Iowan)

UI President Barbara Wilson outlines goals during USG, GPSG joint session

Ryan Hansen and Anthony Neri
September 28, 2021
Hawk the Vote executive director Joseph Verry talks to a community member about voter registration on the Pentacrest on Tuesday, Sept. 28, 2021. Hawk the Vote wants to get people registered for the upcoming city council election.

Hawk the Vote looks toward local elections on National Voter Registration Day

Ryan Hansen, News Reporter
September 28, 2021
The Henry B. Tippie College of Business is seen on Sunday, Sept. 26, 2021.

UI students excel in virtual study abroad programs

Ryan Hansen, News Reporter
September 27, 2021
Molly Hall-Martin. Contributed.

UI student to represent Indigenous, first-generation populations on national committee

Ryan Hansen, News Reporter
September 26, 2021
Members of COGS protest the lack of mask mandates on campus at the Pentacrest on Thursday, Sept. 2, 2021.

COGS files OSHA complaint calling the UI an unsafe work environment

Ryan Hansen, News Reporter
September 24, 2021
USG Vice President resigns, leaving uncertainty

USG Vice President resigns, leaving uncertainty

Ryan Hansen, News Reporter
September 21, 2021
College of Psychiatry professor Ellen Van der Plas poses for a portrait at Willow Creek Park in Iowa City on Fiday, Sept. 17, 2021.

UI continues research analyzing brains of young cancer patients

Ryan Hansen, News Reporter
September 21, 2021
Undergraduate Student Government President Regan Smock speaks to the state Board of Regents on June 24.

USG program incentivizes vaccination with raffle prizes

Ryan Hansen, News Reporter
September 14, 2021
University of Iowa business professor Suyong Song poses for a portrait outside the Pappajohn Business Building on Monday, Sept. 13, 2021.

UI professor uses machine learning to indicate a body shape-income relationship

Ryan Hansen, News Reporter
September 14, 2021
Associate Professor of Finance Ricard Peter stands in front of the Tippie College of Business by the Pappajohn Business Building on September 10, 2021.

Tippie professor adapts economic model to understand vaccine hesitancy

Ryan Hansen, News Reporter
September 14, 2021
Contributed.

UI College of Public Health launches new podcast to promote health, safety of farmworkers

Ryan Hansen, News Reporter
September 13, 2021
Members of the group Cops Off Campus gather at the Pentacrest Sept. 10.

Protesters demand changes to UI sexual assault policies

Ryan Hansen, News Reporter
September 10, 2021
USG resolution addresses sexual misconduct, calls for members of Greek life to release statement in support of survivors

USG resolution addresses sexual misconduct, calls for members of Greek life to release statement in support of survivors

Ryan Hansen, New Reporter
September 7, 2021
A protester holds up a sign saying “I’m ashamed to be a Hawkeye” during the third night of protests following sexual assault allegations against the University of Iowa’s chapter of Phi Gamma Delta at the Pentacrest on Thursday, Sept. 2, 2021.

Protesters march through Iowa City on third consecutive night of FIJI protests

Ryan Hansen, News Reporter
September 2, 2021
The John Pappajohn Business Building on a sunny afternoon on Sept. 1, 2021.

Tippie merges MBA programs, with a focus on flexibility and online development

Ryan Hansen, News Reporter
September 2, 2021
The College of Public Health Building can be seen on Sunday, September 15. The College of Public Health is working with the College of Pharmacy to examine the role of high risk medication in falls in the elderly.

UI College of Public Health joins forces, leads new COVID-19 vaccine campaign

Ryan Hansen, News Reporter
August 31, 2021
The Old Capitol building is seen on March, 6, 2021.

UI CLAS urges state Board of Regents to enact COVID-19 mandates

Ryan Hansen, News Reporter
August 29, 2021
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