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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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Sid Peterson

Sid Peterson, Photojournalist

Sid Peterson is a photographer at The Daily Iowan. She is a sophomore at the UI studying journalism and international studies.
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Joceyln Roof poses for a portrait at the Pentacrest on Tuesday, May 5, 2021.

[Photo] Graduating founder of Hawk the Vote helped evolve civic engagement for the pandemic

May 11, 2021
Claire McDonnell poses for a portrait at the Pentacrest on Wednesday, May 5, 2021.

[Photo] UI graduate student promotes financial literacy on viral TikTok account

Sabine Martin, News Reporter
May 9, 2021
Gage Hind and Cal Wagner spent the afternoon on the lawn of Pentacrest talking and listening to music in a hammock on Sunday, March 21, 2021. "We're just vibing on the Pentacrest now that spring is here," Hind said.

Featured photos: Sunny Sunday on the Pentacrest

Sid Peterson, Photojournalist
March 21, 2021
Margalit Frank and Marina Reen, two students at City High school meet up to share sushi in the park on Wednesday, March 10, 2021.

Featured photo: Sunny Day in the Park

Sid Peterson, Photojournalist
March 11, 2021
The 2021 Women’s Leadership Initiative was held virtually on Friday, March 5, 2021. The leadership initiative is held annually and hosted every year on or Friday before the International Women’s Day.

[Photo] Celebrating Women Virtually: programming provided to empower for International Women’s Day and Month

Mary Hartel, News Reporter
March 8, 2021
Ryan Finn, a co-owner of Ulysses Modern is seen examining a vintage watch behind the counter on February 21, 2021. Finn and his wife Clara opened the vintage shop on Gilbert Street last October. Finn is passionate for mid- century modern design and furnishings.

Featured photo: Vintage is the new black

Sid Peterson, Photographer
February 22, 2021
The Sundance Film Festival took place from January 28 to February 3, 2021, consisting primarily of virtual programming and in-person events at independent cinemas across the U.S. In Iowa City, FilmScene served as a partner and Satellite Screen host for film screenings at the Chauncey.

[Photo] Sundance brings together film lovers and the FilmScene community

Tatiana Plowman, Arts Reporter
February 4, 2021
The Iowa City Council meets for a formal meeting on Tuesday, October 16, 2018.

[Photo] City reviews proposed budget for upcoming fiscal year

Caleb McCullough, News Reporter
January 13, 2019
The University of Iowa International Programs office is seen at the University Capitol Centre on Wednesday, December 12, 2018

[Photo] Crowdfunding campaign to bring African students to the UI

Rylee Wilson, News Reporter
December 13, 2018
Johnson County supervisor candidates Royceann Porter and Phil Hemingway debate in a forum at City Hall on Wednesday, December 5, 2018. The election will be held on December 18, 2018.

[Photo] Johnson County Board of Supervisors candidates hold public forum

Caleb McCullough, News Reporter
December 6, 2018
The Barry White bus is seen at the Iowa football alumni tailgate prior to the football match between Iowa and Northwestern on Saturday, Nov. 11, 2018. Names of cancer survivors are listed throughout the walls of the bus.

[Photo] This Week in Photos (11/16/18)

DI Photo Staff
November 16, 2018
Prairie Lights, an independent bookstore downtown, is seen on Monday, November 12, 2018. (Sid Peterson/The Daily Iowan)

[Photo] Small, independently owned businesses on a decline nationwide

Aadit Tambe, News Reporter
November 12, 2018
The University of Iowa College Republicans, Wronkiwicz for Iowa, and Dr. Christopher Peters for Congress supporters gather at the Airliner Bar on Tuesday, November 6, 2018.

[Photo] Photos: Election Night in Iowa (11/6/18)

DI Photo Staff
November 7, 2018
Kinsey Phillips receives a crescent moon tattoo at Velvet Lotus Tattoo shop on Sunday, Oct. 28, 2018. The shop hosted their second annual Halloween charity event called "Tats for Tots."

[Photo] This Week in Photos (11/2/18)

DI Photo Staff
November 1, 2018
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[Photo] UI graduate student paving the way for Native fiction

Maleaha Brings Plenty, Arts Reporter
October 31, 2018
The Hawkeyes begin the Women's 4k race at the Hawkeye Invitational on Friday, August 31, 2018 at Ashton Cross Country Course. The Hawkeyes were defeated by Iowa State 56 to 24.

[Photo] Hasenbank’s harriers break out from the bottom of the Big Ten

Hanna Malzenski, Sports Reporter
October 30, 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)

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

Kinsey Phipps, News Reporter
October 28, 2018
UI Students for Disability Advocacy & Awareness spoke at the first annual Students with Disabilities Panel in the Iowa Memorial Union on Tuesday, Oct. 23, 2018. Each panelist had a personal story to share about life at Iowa with their disability.

[Photo] Students push for change of Disability Services’ location

Charles Peckman, News Reporter
October 25, 2018
Yusong Ju raps at the University of Iowa Chinese Music Club's outdoor performance at the Iowa City Ped Mall on Saturday, Oct. 13, 2018.

[Photo] UI student and rapper Nobi remains in the shadows of the hip-hop world

Adrian Enzastiga, Arts Reporter
October 17, 2018
Ian Eklin and Daniel Soto race in the Men's 6k at the Hawkeye Invitational on Friday, August 31, 2018 at Ashton Cross Country Course. Iowa State defeated Iowa 24 to 56.

[Photo] Men’s X-C heads to Wisconsin, women travel to Bradley

Hanna Malzenski, Sports Reporter
October 11, 2018
University of Iowa students Inigo O'Brien and Isaac Connor perform on stage in Theatre B at the Theater Building on Tuesday, Oct. 9, 2018. The play HIR will be performed on multiple occasions beginning Thursday, Oct. 11 to Sunday, Oct. 14, 2018.

[Photo] A play revolving around the wobbly theme of change will be performed at UI

Madison Lotenschtein, Arts Reporter
October 10, 2018
Veritas Church located in Tiffin, Iowa is seen on Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018. The University of Iowa SALT Company will begin hosting their services at the new building on Thursday.

[Photo] Student growth causes Salt Company to move locations

Kelsey Harrell, News Reporter
October 9, 2018
Terry Trueblood Recreation Area is seen on Tuesday, Oct. 2, 2018. The area is currently seeking volunteers to help remove the invasive Honeysuckle. Individuals will gather from noon to 3 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 7, 21, and 28.

[Photo] This Week in Photos (10/5/18)

DI Photo Staff
October 4, 2018
The Maker's Loft, a new business downtown Iowa City, is seen on Wednesday, October 3, 2018. Local artists and makers come together in this space to create and sell their pieces to the community.

[Photo] The Makers Loft is Iowa City’s latest spot for homegrown arts and crafts

Andy Mitchell, News Reporter
October 4, 2018
The University of Iowa Study Abroad Office in the Old Capitol Mall is seen on Tuesday, Sept. 25, 2018.

[Photo] Council of Deans recommend a plan to raise money for study abroad scholarships

Mastura Ibnat, News Reporter
September 25, 2018
Eric Gjerde, Democratic candidate for Iowa State House District 67, met with students involved in the Planned Parenthood at the Women's Resource and Action Center on Monday, September 24, 2018.

[Photo] UI students petition for birth control

Alexandra Skores, News Reporter
September 24, 2018
A volunteer carrying voter registration forms is seen on the Pentacrest on Monday, September 17, 2018. Members of the University of Iowa ROTC read the U.S. constitution aloud in honor of Constitution Day.

[Photo] UISG, GPSG hopes to increase student voter turnout through Voter Registration Week

Alexandra Skores, News Reporter
September 17, 2018
Haley Jennings of Ames, Iowa receives a button for taking her first shot in the Hawks-To-Go taligate trailer on Golfview Ave on Saturday, Sept. 8, 2018. All proceeds donated from trailer participants go directly to the University of Iowa's Children's Hospital. Both Hawkeye and Cyclone fans tailgated throughout Iowa City prior to the annual Iowa vs. Iowa State football game.

[Photo] This Week in Photos (9/14/18)

DI Photo Staff
September 13, 2018
The exterior of Bread Garden Market in downtown Iowa City is seen on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2018. The Java Houses in University of Iowa will soon all be replaced by Bread Gardens.

[Photo] UIHC switches Java House to Bread Garden

Kit Fitzgerald, News Reporter
September 12, 2018
The Delta Zeta Sorority house is seen on South Dodge Street on Wednesday, Sept. 12, 2018.

[Photo] UI greek life pushes for sustainability

Caleb McCullough, News Reporter
September 12, 2018
Fans tailgate and party at a house on Greenwood Drive on Saturday, Sept. 8, 2018.

Photos: Iowa State game day in Iowa City (9/8/18)

David Harmantas and Sid Peterson
September 9, 2018
Hawkeyes stand ready before the Hawkeye Invitational at Ashton Cross Country course on Friday, Aug. 31, 2018. Iowa State won the meet with a score of 15, while the Hawkeyes finished second with a score of 63.

Photos: Cross-Country Hawkeye Invitational (8/31/18)

Katie Goodale and Sid Peterson
August 31, 2018
Receptionists Christian Castano and Mackenzie Goss are seen at the University Housing and Dining Administration Building on Tuesday, August 28, 2018. University Housing and Dining are in process of making changes in their Residence Education Model.

[Photo] UI Housing & Dining plans to improve residence-hall living

Alexandra Skores, News Reporter
August 28, 2018
A Catlett resident sits at his desk on Tuesday, August 21, 2018. University of Iowa Housing and Dining and the Office of Sustainability have teamed up this year to offer residents the option of composting in their rooms. Composting bins are available for residents at the Office of Sustainability.

[Photo] This Week in Photos (8/24/18)

DI Photo Staff
August 23, 2018
A Catlett resident sits at his desk on Tuesday, Aug. 21, 2018. University of Iowa Housing and Dining and the Office of Sustainability have teamed up this year to offer residents the option of composting in their rooms. Composting bins are available for residents at the Office of Sustainability.

[Photo] UISG and Office of Sustainability introduce dorm compost program

Charles Peckman, News Reporter
August 23, 2018
A composting bin is seen in a resident's room at Catlett Hall on Tuesday, August 21, 2018. University of Iowa Housing and Dining and the Office of Sustainability have teamed up this year to offer residents the option of composting in their rooms.

[Photo] Nadler: Less trash, more compost – count me in

Zohar Nadler, Opinion Columnist
August 21, 2018
Protestors raise their signs and march through downtown Iowa City at the March for Our Lives event on Saturday, March 24, 2018.

[Photo] Smith: Why I don’t want my teachers to have guns

Wylliam Smith, [email protected]
March 28, 2018
A student activist from City High School speaks to the crowd of protestors at the March for Our Lives event on the Pentacrest on Saturday, March 24, 2018.

[Photo] Iowa City’s youngest residents speak out for gun reform

March 26, 2018
The unique interior of the local shop Vice is seen at 114 E. Prentiss St. Iowa City. (Sid Peterson/Daily Iowan)

New store aims to be the ‘vice’ of locals

Sid Peterson, [email protected]
March 7, 2018
Joe Osheroff’s take on theatrical masks

Joe Osheroff’s take on theatrical masks

Sid Peterson, [email protected]
February 11, 2018
Actors prepare to set the scene for Busted, a play written by Jason Grobstich during a dress rehearsal for the 10-minute plays. The 10-minute plays feature a variety of student playwrights and actors as they perform short sequences of plays.

Ten-Minute Play Festival

SID PETERSON, [email protected]
February 7, 2018
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