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Shivansh Ahuja

Shivansh Ahuja, Senior Photojournalist

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Shivansh Ahuja is a Photojournalist at The Daily Iowan. He is a senior at the UI majoring in mechanical engineering, and he has worked as a photo editor and photojournalist on staff for the last three years.

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Iowa’s 174-pound Patrick Kennedy grapples with Nebraska’s Mikey Labriola during a wrestling dual meet between No. 1 Iowa and No. 6 Nebraska at Carver Hawkeye Arena on Friday, Jan. 15, 2021. No. 4 Labriola defeated Kennedy by decision, 7-4, and the Hawkeyes defeated the Cornhuskers, 31-6.

[Photo] Iowa men’s wrestling experimenting with lineup in season-opener against Cal Baptist

Kenna Roering, Sports Reporter
November 10, 2022
Iowa Hawkeyes midfielder Kellen Fife (11) during their exhibition at the Iowa Soccer Coplex in Iowa City, Iowa on Friday, April 15, 2022. (Shivansh Ahuja/hawkeyesports.com)

[Photo] Iowa soccer freshman Kellen Fife to compete as outside forward

June 21, 2022
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[Photo] Senior Column | Digital journalism is the future, and I’m embracing it

Kelsey Harrell, Managing Digital Editor
May 10, 2022
Grant Field namesake Christine Grant watched the Iowa field hockey team in action against Indiana on Sunday, September 16, 2018.

[Photo] The legacy of Christine Grant: Title IX and Iowa Athletics

Chloe Peterson, Assistant Sports Editor
March 29, 2022
Iowa’s 141-pound Jaydin Eierman grapples with Nebraska’s Chad Red, Jr. during a wrestling dual meet between No. 1 Iowa and No. 6 Nebraska at Carver Hawkeye Arena on Friday, Jan. 15, 2021. No. 1 Eierman defeated No. 7 Red by decision, 8-4, and the Hawkeyes defeated the Cornhuskers, 31-6.

[Photo] Opinion | Spencer Lee won’t be Iowa’s only NCAA champion this year

Chris Werner, Sports Reporter
November 16, 2021
Iowa guard Jordan Bohannon looks to pass during a men's basketball game between Iowa and Minnesota at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Sunday, Jan. 10, 2021. The Hawkeyes defeated the Golden Gophers, 86-71.

[Photo] Iowa’s Jordan Bohannon nearing men’s Big Ten 3-point record

Robert Read, Pregame Editor
November 11, 2021
The main floor is seen during Xtream Arena's opening media tour in Coralville on Wednesday, Sept. 9, 2020.

[Photo] Switching surfaces: How Xtream Arena’s floor changes during hockey season

Isaac Goffin, Sports Reporter
October 13, 2021
Syringes for the COVID-19 vaccine lay on a counter at the VA Medical Center in Iowa City on Tuesday, Dec. 22, 2020. The center received the Moderna vaccine for its employees.

[Photo] Public health experts, parents anticipate COVID-19 vaccines for kids five and up

Lillian Poulsen, News Reporter
October 10, 2021
Iowa punter Tory Taylor kicks the ball during a football game between Iowa and Michigan State in Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 7, 2020. The Hawkeyes dominated the Spartans, 49-7. (Shivansh Ahuja/The Daily Iowan)

[Photo] Hawkeye football prepared for Friday night lights

Chloe Peterson, Assistant Sports Editor
September 30, 2021
Iowa players hoist the Cy-Hawk trophy during a football game between Iowa and Iowa State at Jack Trice Stadium in Ames on Saturday, September 14, 2019. The Hawkeyes retained the Cy-Hawk Trophy for the fifth consecutive year, downing the Cyclones, 18-17.

[Photo] Iowa, Iowa State in national spotlight with top-10 Cy-Hawk football matchup

Robert Read, Pregame Editor
September 9, 2021
Iowa center Tyler Linderbaum throws a block during a football game between Iowa and Nebraska at Kinnick Stadium on Friday, Nov. 27, 2020. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cornhuskers, 26-20. (Shivansh Ahuja/The Daily Iowan)

[Photo] Iowa center Tyler Linderbaum bringing consistency to Hawkeye football

Chloe Peterson, Assistant Sports Editor
September 6, 2021
Iowa wideout Tyrone Tracy, Jr. carries the ball during the 2019 SDCCU Holiday Bowl between Iowa and USC in San Diego on Friday, Dec. 27, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Trojans, 49-24. (Shivansh Ahuja/The Daily Iowan)

[Photo] Tyrone Tracy Jr.’s rise from ‘Next Man In’ to Iowa football’s No. 1 wide receiver

Chloe Peterson, Assistant Sports Editor
September 2, 2021
Iowa head coach Sasha Schmid (right) talks with Danielle Burich during a women's tennis match between Iowa and Nebraska at the HTRC on Saturday, April 13, 2019. The Hawkeyes, celebrating senior day, fell to the Cornhuskers, 4-2.

[Photo] Iowa women’s tennis set for fall season

Dawson Moore, Sports Reporter
September 1, 2021
Iowa wideout Charlie Jones takes a handoff during a football game between Iowa and Michigan State in Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 7, 2020. The Hawkeyes dominated the Spartans, 49-7.

[Photo] Point/Counterpoint: Who will be Iowa football’s breakout star in 2021?

August 31, 2021
Iowa tight end Sam LaPorta receives a pass during the 2019 SDCCU Holiday Bowl between Iowa and USC in San Diego on Friday, Dec. 27, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Trojans, 49-24.

[Photo] Point/Counterpoint | Who will lead the Hawkeyes in receiving yards this season?

August 30, 2021
Iowa midfielder Isabella Blackman runs down the field during a women's soccer match between Iowa and Maryland at the Iowa Soccer Complex on Sunday, October 13, 2019. The Hawkeyes shut out the Terrapins, 4-0.

Iowa quarterback Spencer Petras attempts a pass during a football game between Iowa and Nebraska at Kinnick Stadium on Friday, Nov. 27, 2020.

[Photo] Point/Counterpoint | What will Iowa football’s win-loss record be in 2021-22?

August 23, 2021
Iowa running back Tyler Goodson carries the ball during a football game between Iowa and Minnesota at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 16, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Gophers, 23-19.

[Photo] Taking the reins in Iowa’s backfield

August 22, 2021
Iowa wideout Sam LaPorta runs into Nebraska's Garrett Nelson during a football game between Iowa and Nebraska at Kinnick Stadium on Friday, Nov. 27, 2020. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cornhuskers, 26-20.

[Photo] Sam LaPorta looking to be versatile piece with Hawkeye football

Chloe Peterson, Summer Sports Editor
July 14, 2021
Iowa wideout Charlie Jones returns a punt during a football game between Iowa and Michigan State in Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 7, 2020. The Hawkeyes dominated the Spartans, 49-7.

[Photo] Hawkeye football special teams poised for strong season in 2021-22

Isaac Goffin, Sports Reporter
July 12, 2021
Iowa's Laulauga Tausaga winds up to throw during the women's shot put at the 2019 Drake Relays in Des Moines, IA, on Friday, April 26, 2019. Tausaga earned 2nd with a distance of 16.36m.

[Photo] Tausaga-Collins and Britt highlight current and former Hawkeyes at USATF Championships

June 30, 2022
Photo of Shivansh Ahuja. Contributed.

Senior Column | It’s good to be different

Shivansh Ahuja, Senior Photojournalist
May 10, 2021
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[Photo] Senior column | Telling others’ stories shaped my own

Brooklyn Draisey, Projects reporter
May 9, 2021
Iowa quarterback Alex Padilla looks to pass during a spring practice for Iowa football at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, May 1, 2021.

Photos: Iowa football spring practice – 5/1/2021

Shivansh Ahuja and Ayrton Breckenridge
May 1, 2021
Iowa placekicker Caleb Shudak attempts a field goal during a spring practice for Iowa football at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, May 1, 2021.

Iowa running back Tyler Goodson carries the ball during a spring practice for Iowa football at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, May 1, 2021.

[Photo] Iowa running back Tyler Goodson eyes Doak Walker Award entering junior season

May 1, 2021
The Johnson County Courthouse in Iowa City is seen on Wednesday, July 1, 2020.

[Photo] Letter to the Editor | Be sure you are registered and vote for Finlayson on June 8

April 29, 2021
Iowa center Tyler Linderbaum throws a block during a football game between Iowa and Nebraska at Kinnick Stadium on Friday, Nov. 27, 2020. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cornhuskers, 26-20.

[Photo] ‘I was coming back for sure’: Despite NFL interest, Tyler Linderbaum was set on returning to the Iowa football program

Robert Read, Pregame Editor
April 28, 2021
Dean of the UI College of Education Daniel Clay addresses spectators and answers questions at the Levitt Center for University Advancement on Thursday, April 22, 2021. Clay is one of four finalists to become the next president of the University of Iowa.

[Photo] Finalist Daniel Clay takes ‘no-nonsense’ approach to leadership

Rylee Wilson and Katie Ann McCarver
April 28, 2021
Iowa defensive tackle Daviyon Nixon tackles Nebraska's Adrian Martinez during a football game between Iowa and Nebraska at Kinnick Stadium on Friday, Nov. 27, 2020. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cornhuskers, 26-20.

[Photo] Point/Counterpoint | How many Hawkeyes will be selected in the 2021 NFL Draft?

April 27, 2021
The Johnson County Courthouse in Iowa City is seen on Wednesday, July 1, 2020.

[Photo] Activists urge Johnson County leaders to provide more direct aid to individuals

Marco Oceguera, News Reporter
April 22, 2021
Dean of the UI College of Education Daniel Clay addresses spectators and answers questions at the Levitt Center for University Advancement on Thursday, April 22, 2021. Clay is one of four finalists to become the next president of the University of Iowa.

Photos: UI Presidential Forums – Daniel Clay

Shivansh Ahuja, Senior Photojournalist
April 22, 2021
Dean of the UI College of Education Daniel Clay addresses spectators at the Levitt Center for University Advancement on Thursday, April 22, 2021. Clay is a finalist to become the University of Iowa's next president.

Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz and Defensive Line Coach Kelvin Bell talk to the team during a football game between Iowa and Iowa State at Jack Trice Stadium in Ames on Saturday, September 14, 2019. The Hawkeyes retained the Cy-Hawk Trophy for the fifth consecutive year, downing the Cyclones, 18-17.

[Photo] Assistant Iowa football coaches address verdict in Chauvin trial, current state of Hawkeye program’s culture

Robert Read, Pregame Editor
April 21, 2021
Iowa defender Sara Wheaton passes the ball during a women's soccer match between Iowa and Maryland at the Iowa Soccer Complex on Sunday, October 13, 2019. The Hawkeyes shut out the Terrapins, 4-0.

[Photo] Iowa soccer prepared for Big Ten semifinal match against Penn State

Hunter Moeller, Sports Reporter
April 14, 2021
Iowa's Ricky Williams competes in the 1000m freestyle during a swim meet at the Campus Recreation and Wellness Center on Saturday, Jan. 16, 2021. The women's team hosted Nebraska while the men's team had an intrasquad scrimmage.

[Photo] Iowa men’s swimming and diving reflects on turbulent season coming to a close

Chris Werner, Sports Reporter
April 11, 2021
Iowa quarterback Spencer Petras attempts a pass during a football game between Iowa and Nebraska at Kinnick Stadium on Friday, Nov. 27, 2020. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cornhuskers, 26-20.

[Photo] Point/Counterpoint | Will junior Spencer Petras start at quarterback for Iowa football in 2021?

April 11, 2021
Iowa defender Samantha Cary navigates the field during a women's soccer match between Iowa and Western Michigan on Thursday, August 22, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Broncos, 2-0. (Shivansh Ahuja/The Daily Iowan)

[Photo] Iowa soccer begins postseason at Illinois

Hunter Moeller, Sports Reporter
April 7, 2021
Iowa quarterback Spencer Petras attempts a pass during a football game between Iowa and Michigan State in Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 7, 2020. The Hawkeyes dominated the Spartans, 49-7.

[Photo] Spencer Petras brushes off criticism as he competes to earn Iowa’s starting quarterback job for second-straight season

Robert Read, Pregame Editor
April 7, 2021
Iowa’s 174-pound Michael Kemerer grapples with Illinois’ DJ Shannon during a wrestling dual meet between Iowa and Illinois at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Sunday, Jan. 31, 2021. No. 1 Kemerer defeated No. 26 Shannon by major decision, 10-2, and the Hawkeyes defeated the Fighting Illini, 36-6.

[Photo] Point/Counterpoint | Will Iowa wrestling win another national championship in 2021-22?

April 6, 2021
Iowa pitcher Sarah Lehman winds up for a pitch during a softball game between Iowa and Ohio State at Bob Pearl Field on Sunday, May 5, 2019. The Hawkeyes, celebrating senior day, fell to the Buckeyes, 5-0.

[Photo] Iowa softball ready for road trip

Isaac Goffin, Assistant Sports Editor
March 25, 2021
Iowa defensive tackle Daviyon Nixon tackles Nebraska's Adrian Martinez during a football game between Iowa and Nebraska at Kinnick Stadium on Friday, Nov. 27, 2020. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cornhuskers, 26-20.

[Photo] Defensive tackle Daviyon Nixon prepares for NFL Draft

Isaac Goffin, Assistant Sports Editor
March 23, 2021
CNN anchor Amara Walker reports from Warren HQ at the Forte Banquet and Conference Center in Des Moines on Monday, Feb. 3, 2020.

[Photo] Opinion | Iowans are politically passionate, but that’s not enough to justify our first in the nation status

Sophie Stover, Opinions Columnist
March 22, 2021
Iowa's Spencer Lee holds the first-place trophy for the 125-pound weight class during the final session of the 2019 NCAA D1 Wrestling Championships at PPG Paints Arena in Pittsburgh, PA on Saturday, March 23, 2019.

[Photo] ‘Excuses are for wusses’: Spencer Lee wins third consecutive national title after year-long wait

Isaac Goffin, Assistant Sports Editor
March 21, 2021
The women's medley relay is underway during a swim meet at the Campus Recreation and Wellness Center on Saturday, Jan. 16, 2021. The women's team hosted Nebraska while the men's team had an intrasquad scrimmage.

[Photo] Iowa women’s swimming and diving finishes season at NCAA Championships

Evan Bruner, Sports Reporter
March 21, 2021
Patients are injected with the COVID-19 vaccine at the VA Medical Center in Iowa City on Tuesday, Dec. 22, 2020. The center received the Modern vaccine for its employees.

[Photo] University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics releases study on COVID-19 vaccine side effects

Lily Rosen Marvin, News Reporter
March 21, 2021
Iowa head coach Ross Wilson watches his team play during a men's tennis match between Iowa and Nebraska-Omaha at the HTRC on Saturday, Jan. 25, 2020. The Hawkeyes defeated the Mavericks, 6-1.

[Photo] Iowa tennis hopes to bounce back

Will Fineman, Sports Reporter
March 18, 2021
Iowa defender Sara Wheaton surveys the field during a women's soccer match between Iowa and Western Michigan on Thursday, August 22, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Broncos, 2-0.

[Photo] Iowa soccer falls at Rutgers

Hunter Moeller, Sports Reporter
March 18, 2021
Iowa head coach Lisa Cellucci celebrates a win during a field hockey match between Iowa and California on Friday, September 13, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Bears, 4-2.

[Photo] Iowa field hockey picks up No. 3 ranking heading into Ohio State

Ben Palya, Sports Reporter
March 18, 2021
Iowa’s 125-pound Spencer Lee grapples with Nebraska’s Liam Cronin during a wrestling dual meet between No. 1 Iowa and No. 6 Nebraska at Carver Hawkeye Arena on Friday, Jan. 15, 2021. No. 1 Lee defeated No. 11 Cronin by tech fall in 1:21, and the Hawkeyes defeated the Cornhuskers, 31-6.

[Photo] Iowa wrestling heads to NCAA Championships

Chris Werner, Sports Reporter
March 17, 2021
Carver-Hawkeye Arena is seen empty after a men’s basketball game on Dec. 22, 2020.

[Photo] Opinion | Daily Iowan staffers reflect on 2020 sports cancellations, postponements

Daily Iowan Staff
March 16, 2021
Iowa's Alyssa Graves completes the women's 1000m freestyle during a swim meet at the Campus Recreation and Wellness Center on Saturday, Jan. 16, 2021. The women's team hosted Nebraska while the men's team had an intrasquad scrimmage. (Shivansh Ahuja/The Daily Iowan)

[Photo] Iowa’s Graves tunes out distractions ahead NCAA Championships

Evan Bruner, Sports Reporter
March 15, 2021
Iowa outfielder Trenton Wallace swings while at-bat during the second game of a baseball doubleheader between Iowa and Cal-State Northridge at Duane Banks Field on Sunday, March 17, 2019.

[Photo] Iowa baseball splits four-game weekend set with Ohio State and Nebraska

Chris Werner, Sports Reporter
March 14, 2021
Iowa utility player Aralee Bogar watches a pitch while at-bat during a softball game between Iowa and Ohio State at Bob Pearl Field on Sunday, May 5, 2019. The Hawkeyes, celebrating senior day, fell to the Buckeyes, 5-0.

[Photo] Iowa softball successful in second weekend outing

Chloe Peterson, Sports Reporter
March 14, 2021
Iowa head coach Sasha Schmid talks to her team during a women's tennis match between Iowa and Colorado at the HTRC on Sunday, Feb. 16, 2020.

[Photo] Hawkeye tennis teams look to bounce back this weekend

Will Fineman, Sports Reporter
March 11, 2021
Iowa center Luka Garza looks to pass during a men's basketball game between Iowa and Wisconsin at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Sunday, March 7, 2021. The Hawkeyes, celebrating senior day, defeated the Badgers, 77-73.

[Photo] Iowa men’s basketball team returns to postseason play one year after season cancellation

Robert Read, Pregame Editor
March 11, 2021
Syringes for the COVID-19 vaccine lay on a counter at the VA Medical Center in Iowa City on Tuesday, Dec. 22, 2020. The center received the Modern vaccine for its employees.

[Photo] Iowa expands COVID-19 vaccine eligibility, though appointments remain scarce

Marco Oceguera, News Reporter
March 11, 2021
Competition is underway during a swim meet at the Campus Recreation and Wellness Center on Saturday, Jan. 16, 2021.

[Photo] Iowa’s swim and dive teams set for NCAA Championships

Evan Bruner, Sports Reporter
March 10, 2021
Iowa outfielder Trenton Wallace swings while at-bat during the second game of a baseball doubleheader between Iowa and Cal-State Northridge at Duane Banks Field on Sunday, March 17, 2019.

[Photo] Iowa baseball drops three of four in season-opening series against Michigan

Chris Werner, Sports Reporter
March 8, 2021
Iowa guard Jordan Bohannon controls the ball during a men's basketball game between Iowa and Wisconsin at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Sunday, March 7, 2021. The Hawkeyes, celebrating senior day, defeated the Badgers, 77-73.

Photos: Iowa men’s basketball vs. Wisconsin

Shivansh Ahuja, Senior Photojournalist
March 7, 2021
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