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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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Isabella Tisdale

Isabella Tisdale, Visuals Editor

(she/her/hers)

Isabella Tisdale is a first-year student at the University of Iowa studying Journalism and Mass Communication and Political Science. In her free time, Bella enjoys taking photos and listening to new music.

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A Kum and Go Gas station is seen in Iowa City on Thursday, Nov. 21, 2024. Kum and Go has recently decided to change their name to Maverick.

[Photo] UI students react to Kum & Go rebranding

November 21, 2024
Kid Captain Raelyn Miller-Ramirez and Iowa defensive back Jermari Harris walk onto the football field during Kid’s Day at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 10, 2024. Iowa football players signed autographs for young fans and held an open practice on the Kinnick field.

[Photo] Kid Captain’s Family sought care at Stead Family Children’s Hospital 2,000 miles from home

November 22, 2024
The Tiffin City Hall is seen on Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2024.

[Photo] $10 million rec center in the works for city of Tiffin

November 20, 2024
Iowa No. 2 160-pound Kennedy Blades throws William Jewell College 160-pound Nylease Yzagere during the Trailblazer duals between No. 1 Iowa, No. 25 William Jewell College, and Cornell College at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Saturday, Nov. 16, 2024. Iowa defeated Cornell, 47-0 and William Jewell, 43-3.

Photos: Iowa hosts Trailblazer duals

Isabella Tisdale and Ava Neumaier
November 16, 2024
Kristian Marchand, a freshman at the University of Iowa, gets ready to study on Friday, Oct. 25, 2024. Marchand recently started a petition to make Macbride hall more accessible for those with physical disabilities.

Kristian Marchand, a freshman at the University of Iowa, studies on Friday, Oct. 25, 2024. Marchand recently started a petition to make Macbride hall more accessible for those with physical disabilities.

Kristian Marchand, a freshman at the University of Iowa, travels to their dorm on Friday, Oct. 25, 2024. Marchand recently started a petition to make Macbride hall more accessible for those with physical disabilities.

[Photo] Accessibility concerns prompt campus-wide petition

November 12, 2024
Iowa no. 4 149-pound Kyle Parco celebrates after winning a matcha against Stanford 149-pound Jaden Abas during No. 2 Iowa’s first home dual against No. 20 Stanford at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Saturday, Nov. 9, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Tree, 32-9. Parco defeated Abas, 15-0.

Photos: No. 2 Iowa men’s wrestling vs. No. 20 Stanford

Isabella Tisdale and Logan Mccaw
November 9, 2024
Photo illustration by Isabella Tisdale

[Photo] New community newsletter serves Johnson County residents

November 7, 2024
A member of “Indians for Trump” group speaks to media during a Georgia Republican Party watch party at the Grand Hyatt Buckhead in downtown Atlanta, Ga., on Nov. 5, 2024. Georgia is one of the predominant swing states that will help determine who wins the U.S. General Election. Attendees watched Fox News’ coverage of the electoral college results, but many left before Fox News called Georgia due to a call by Newsweek’s desk.

Photos: Election day in the Atlanta-Metro area

Isabella Tisdale, Visuals Editor
November 6, 2024
A polling place is seen in First Baptist Church of Fairburn during Election Day in Fairburn, Ga., on Nov. 5, 2024. Georgia is one of the predominant swing states that will help determine who wins the U.S. General Election. Voters spoke with The Daily Iowan about thoughts on candidates and deciding policy measures that ultimately led to them to vote for their choice.

UI Health Care Medical Center is seen on Saturday, Sept. 22, 2024. A confirmed diagnosis of a patient with Lassa fever was reported on Monday, Oct. 28.

[Photo] UI Health Care confirms case of Lassa fever

October 29, 2024
Iowa guard Brock Harding (2) is fouled by Minnesota-Duluth forward Charlie Katona during a men’s basketball game between Iowa and Minnesota-Duluth at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Friday, Oct. 25, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Bulldogs, 102-81.

Photos: Iowa men’s basketball vs. Minnesota Duluth

Isabella Tisdale, Photojournalist
October 26, 2024
The Adler Journalism Building is seen in Iowa City on Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2024.

[Photo] UI students gain marketing practice with journalism school professor’s new book

November 14, 2024
Michigan State Running Back Kay'ron Lynch-Adams runs from Iowa defense during a game between the Iowa and Michigan State at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing, Mich., on Saturday, Oct. 19, 2024. The Spartans defeated the Hawkeyes, 32-20.

Photos: Iowa football at Michigan State

Isabella Tisdale and Emma Calabro
October 20, 2024
Iowa midfielder Sabrina McGroarty attempts to get the ball during a game between the no. 17 Iowa Hawkeyes and the UC Davis Aggie at Grant Field in Iowa City on Friday, Oct. 18, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Aggies, 5-0.

Photos: No. 17 Iowa field hockey vs. UC Davis

Isabella Tisdale, Photojournalist
October 18, 2024
Iowa kid captain Hudson Ferris poses for a portrait during kid's day at Kinnick on Duke Slater field in Iowa City on Aug. 11, 2024.

[Photo] Kid Captain Hudson Ferris considers hospital staff “extended family”

October 18, 2024
(Left) Iowa guard Taylor McCabe poses for a portrait during Iowa women’s media day at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Oct. 10. (Right) Iowa guard Brock Harding poses for a portrait during men’s basketball media day at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Oct. 7.

[Photo] Point/Counterpoint | Who will be Iowa’s breakout basketball players this season?

October 15, 2024
Iowa offensive coordinator Tim Lester watches players warm up before a football game between Washington and Iowa at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Oct. 12. The Hawkeyes defeated the Huskies, 40-16.

[Photo] Iowa football offensive coordinator Tim Lester leading offense with new style, improved effort

October 15, 2024
The Iowa Women’s wrestling team poses for a portrait during Iowa Women’s Wrestling media day at the Gosche Family Wrestling Facility in Iowa City on Tuesday, Oct. 15, 2024. The team took questions and took photos with the media.

Photos: 2024 Iowa Women’s Wrestling Media Day

Isabella Tisdale and Cody Blissett
October 15, 2024
Iowa running back Jaziun Patterson and Iowa wide receiver Dayton Howard celebrate a touchdown during a football game between Washington and Iowa at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Oct. 12, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Huskies, 40-16. (Emma Calabro/The Daily Iowan)

Photos: Iowa football vs. Washington

Isabella Tisdale and Emma Calabro
October 12, 2024
Kid captain Jackson Casteel participates in the Swarm during Kids Day at Kinnick on Aug. 10, 2024. Casteel was diagnosed at six weeks with hondrodysplasia Punctata X-Linked Recessive Type 1.

Iowa forward Hannah Stuelke poses for a portrait during Iowa women’s basketball media day at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Thursday, Oct. 10, 2024. The players took photos and answered questions from the media.

Photos: 2024 Iowa Women’s Basketball Media Day

Isabella Tisdale and Emma Calabro
October 10, 2024
Iowa forward Payton Sandfort speaks with a member of the media during men’s basketball media day at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Monday, Oct. 7, 2024. The team took interviews from the media and held an open practice.

Photos: 2024 Iowa Men’s Basketball Media Day

Isabella Tisdale and Emma Calabro
October 7, 2024
Washington setter Alexis Haury during a volleyball game between No. 25 Washington and Iowa at Xtream Arena in Coralville on Saturday, Oct. 5, 2024. The Huskies defeated the Hawkeyes, 3-0. Haury recorded 11 assists throughout the game.

Photos: Iowa Volleyball vs. Washington

Isabella Tisdale, Visuals Editor
October 4, 2024
The One University Place building is seen in University Heights on October 3.

[Photo] University Heights welcomes familiar face for new city administrator position

November 7, 2024
An Iowa women’s rugby player warms up with teammates before a practice at the Hawkeye Recreation Fields on Sept. 26, 2024. Despite a lack of athletics funding, the team self-funds to travel around the Midwest for matches.

[Photo] Press Box Banter | ‘We were kind of left behind:’ How the Iowa women’s club rugby team became a forgotten contact sport

October 4, 2024
The University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics complex is seen on Saturday, Sept. 22, 2024. The hospital recently hosted an event to help caregivers put car seats into cars.

[Photo] UIHC and Safe Kids Johnson County collaborate to host child safety seat event

September 24, 2024
The University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics complex is seen on Saturday, Sept. 22, 2024.

[Photo] State Rep demands UIHC fellow’s termination for online post. Free speech experts disagree.

November 14, 2024
Iowa players celebrate taking home the Floyd of Rosedale trophy during a football game between Iowa and Minnesota at Huntington Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, MN on Saturday, Sept. 21, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Golden Gophers 31-14.

Photos: Iowa football vs. Minnesota

Emily Nyberg and Isabella Tisdale
September 21, 2024
Iowa kid captain Aiden Washbern poses for a portrait with family members during Kid's Day at Kinnick in Iowa City on Aug. 10, 2024.

[Photo] Eight-year-old Aiden Washburn sees Kid Captain wish come true

September 19, 2024
Iowa wide reciever Kaden Wetjen returns a punt during a football game between Iowa and Troy at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024. Wetjen returned two punts during the game.

[Photo] Iowa football's Kaden Wetjen’s patience finally pays off

November 1, 2024
Iowa punter Rhys Dakin punts the ball during a football game between Iowa and Troy at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Sept. 14, 2024. Dakin punted four times and averaged 49.3 yards.

[Photo] Five things to watch for in Iowa football's trophy matchup against Minnesota

September 19, 2024
Iowa cornerback TJ Hall looks to fellow defenders during a football game between Troy and Iowa in Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024.

[Photo] In a career of ups and downs, Iowa cornerback TJ Hall remains resilient

September 19, 2024
Iowa running back Jaziun Patterson celebrates a touchdown during a football game between Iowa and Troy at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Trojans, 38-21. Patterson rushed 72 yards total.

Photos: Iowa vs Troy Football

Isabella Tisdale and Emma Calabro
September 14, 2024
Troy tight end Ethan Conner is tackled by Iowa players during a football game between Iowa and Troy at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Trojans, 38-21. Conner received for 50 yards.

[Photo] Around the Big Ten | Matchups, power rankings for Week 4 of the college football season

September 19, 2024
Iowa quarterback Cade McNamara points to a player before a play during a football game between Iowa and Troy at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024. McNamara threw 176 yards throuhgout the game.

A statue of Nile Kinnick Jr. is seen in front of Kinnick Stadium as players enter on Saturday, Sept. 13, 2024.

Iowa quarterback Brendan Sullivan lines up to take a snap during a football game between Iowa and Troy on Sept. 14 at Kinnick Stadium. The Hawkeyes topped the Trojans, 38-21.

[Photo] Point/Counterpoint | Should Brendan Sullivan take over as Iowa football’s starting quarterback?

September 17, 2024
Mya Gilchrist poses for a portrait with her family on Aug. 10, 2024.

[Photo] Kid Captain Mya Gilchrist cheers on Iowa after 18 years of UIHC treatments for a brainstem tumor

September 12, 2024
Iowa wide receiver Reece Vander Zee runs past Iowa State defense during a Cy-Hawk football game between No. 21 Iowa and Iowa State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024. The Hawkeyes lead the Cyclones, 13-0, after the first half.

[Photo] Iowa football’s Reece Vander Zee is a reflection of his environment, flashing potential in a starting role

September 12, 2024
Fifth graders participate in gym class at Regina Catholic Education Center on Sept. 3. After a bill passed in January of 2023, Regina now accepts education saving accounts, or ESAs, to help pay for tuition.

A Regina Catholic Education Center class meets in a small group with their teacher on Sept. 3. Education Savings Accounts, or ESAs, have led to an increase in families enrolled in private schools.

[Photo] A race to the top: public and private schools battle for enrollment

September 10, 2024
Iowa State players celebrate following a Cy-Hawk football game between No. 21 Iowa and Iowa State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024. The Cyclones defeated the Hawkeyes, 20-19.

Photos: Iowa vs Iowa State – Cy-Hawk game

Isabella Tisdale and Cody Blissett
September 7, 2024
Carter Schmidt, 8, poses for a portrait at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 10, 2024. Schmidt is Kid Captain for the Iowa vs. Illinois game at Kinnick stadium on Saturday, Aug. 31, 2024.

[Photo] Iowa football Kid Captain Carter Schmidt joins in 15-year tradition

August 30, 2024
Indiana guard Caitlin Clark grabs a rebound during a WNBA game between the Minnesota Lynx and the Indiana Fever at the Target Center in Minneapolis, Minn., on Saturday, Aug. 24, 2024. The Lynx defeated the Fever, 90-80.

Photos: Minnesota Lynx vs. Indiana Fever

Isabella Tisdale, Visuals Editor
August 25, 2024
Minnesota forward Alanna Smith attempts to block a shot by Las Vegas guard Kelsey Plum during a WNBA game between the Minnesota Lynx and the Las Vegas Aces at the Target Center in Minneapolis, Minn. on Friday, Aug. 23, 2024. The Lynx defeated the Aces, 87-74. The teams faced off a two days prior in Las Vegas, where the Lynx won, 98-87.

Photos: Minnesota Lynx vs. Las Vegas Aces

Isabella Tisdale, Visuals Editor
August 24, 2024
Fairgoers ride an amusement park ride during day eight of the Iowa State Fair in Des Moines, on Friday, Aug. 16, 2024.

Photos: 2024 Iowa State Fair

Isabella Tisdale, Sahithi Shankaiahgari, and Cody Blissett
August 17, 2024
Kid Captains Atlas Coleman and Aiden Washburn walk onto the football field during Kid’s Day at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 10, 2024. Iowa football players signed autographs for young fans and held an open practice on the Kinnick field.

Photos: 2024 kid’s day at Kinnick

Isabella Tisdale, Visuals Editor
August 10, 2024
CBS employees help run a broadcast during the final day of Big Ten Football Media Days at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Ind., on Thursday, July 25, 2024. Coaches and athletes from Oregon, Maryland. Michigan, Minnesota, Indiana, and Washington answered questions from the media.

Photos: Big Ten Media Days, day three

Isabella Tisdale, Visuals Editor
July 25, 2024
Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz speaks with media members during their coverage during day two of Big Ten Football Media Day at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Ind., on Wednesday, July 24, 2024. Coaches and athletes from Iowa, UCLA, USC, Michigan State, Nebraska, and Penn State answered questions from the media.

Photos: Big Ten Media Days, day two

Isabella Tisdale, Visuals Editor
July 24, 2024
Big Ten comissioner Tony Pettiti speaks at a press conference during day one of Big Ten Football Media day at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Ind., on Tuesday, July 23, 2024. Pettiti recognized Iowa Women’s Basketball for their achievements throughout the season during the press conference.

Photos: 2024 Big Ten Media Days, day one

Isabella Tisdale, Visuals Editor
July 23, 2024
Big Ten officiating Coordinator Bill Carollo speaks to media during day one of Big Ten Football Media day at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Ind., on Tuesday, July 23, 2024. Carollo spoke about new technology that will be implemented for the 2024 season to assist in officiating.

Wisconsin's Jack Nelson speaks with media members during day one of Big Ten Football Media day at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Ind., on Tuesday, July 23, 2024.

Community members leave downtown Iowa City during the first day of the Iowa City Jazz Festival on Friday, July 5, 2024. The festival began on Friday and ran until Sunday with dozens of performances from local and traveling musicians.

Photos: Iowa City Jazz Festival 2024

Isabella Tisdale, Ethan Mclaughlin, and Sahithi Shankaiahgari
July 8, 2024
Attendees walk to Riverside Theatre’s production of “Julius Caesar” for the annual Shakespeare in the Park series at City Park in Iowa City on Sunday, June 23, 2024.

[Photo] Riverside’s Summer Shakespeare Festival continues to evolve with 'Julius Caesar'

June 25, 2024
A UAY Dragling performer dances to “Applause” by Lady GaGa during the 53rd annual pride festival in downtown Iowa City on Saturday, June 15, 2024. The event included a parade, performances, and local vendor stations around downtown.

Photos: Iowa City’s 53rd Pride Festival

Isabella Tisdale and Shaely Odean
June 15, 2024
A parade member acknowledges the parade crowd during the 53rd annual pride parade in downtown Iowa City on Saturday, June 15, 2024. The event included a parade, performances, and local vendor stations around downtown.

Iowa City Mayor Bruce Teague waves to the crowd during the 53rd annual pride parade in downtown Iowa City on Saturday, June 15, 2024. The event included a parade, performances, and local vendor stations around downtown.

The crowd cheers on aa UAY dragging performer during the 53rd annual pride festival in downtown Iowa City on Saturday, June 15, 2024. The event included a parade, performances, and local vendor stations around downtown.

The crowd reacts to a dance by Aria Buntinas during the 53rd annual pride festival in downtown Iowa City on Saturday, June 15, 2024. The event included a parade, performances, and local vendor stations around downtown.

A member of the UAY Draglings performs during the 53rd annual pride festival in downtown Iowa City on Saturday, June 15, 2024. The event included a parade, performances, and local vendor stations around downtown.

Crowd members cheer on parade members during the 53rd annual pride festival in downtown Iowa City on Saturday, June 15, 2024. The event included a parade, performances, and local vendor stations around downtown.

Parade members ride on a truck during the 53rd annual pride parade in downtown Iowa City on Saturday, June 15, 2024. The event included a parade, performances, and local vendor stations around downtown.

Crowd members react after a performance by the UAY Draglings during the 53rd annual pride festival in downtown Iowa City on Saturday, June 15, 2024. The event included a parade, performances, and local vendor stations around downtown.

A counter protestor plays a song in front or protestors during the 53rd annual pride festival in downtown Iowa City on Saturday, June 15, 2024. The event included a parade, performances, and local vendor stations around downtown.

A parade member holds up a pride flag during the 53rd annual pride parade in downtown Iowa City on Saturday, June 15, 2024. The event included a parade, performances, and local vendor stations around downtown.

Free Mom Hugs waves to attendees of the parade during the 53rd annual pride parade in downtown Iowa City on Saturday, June 15, 2024. The event included a parade, performances, and local vendor stations around downtown.

A queer elders member hands out fans to attendees during the 53rd annual pride parade in downtown Iowa City on Saturday, June 15, 2024. The event included a parade, performances, and local vendor stations around downtown.

Mandi Remington and supporters react to poll results during a watch party for Mandi Remington at The Green House in Iowa City on Tuesday, June 4, 2024. Remington placed third overall, becoming the only non-incumbent in the democratic race to win a nomination.

Photos: 2024 Iowa Primary Election Watch Parties

Isabella Tisdale, Visuals Editor
June 4, 2024
A double exposure photo shows a member of the media live tweeting during an introductory press conference for Head coach Jan Jensen at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Wednesday May 15, 2024. The conference marks Jensen’s first as head coach of the Hawkeyes. Jan Jensen and Beth Goetz answered questions from the media about Jensen’s new position as head coach.

Photos: Head coach Jan Jensen introductory press conference

Isabella Tisdale, Photojournalist
May 15, 2024
Iowa head coach Dave Dilanni speaks to the Iowa women’s soccer team during an Iowa Women’s Soccer open practice at the Iowa Soccer Complex on Friday, May 10, 2024. Iowa women’s soccer claimed the Big Ten title last year, the second in program history.

Photos: Iowa Soccer open practice

Isabella Tisdale, Photojournalist
May 10, 2024
A member of Raygun staff works on Hannah Stuelke shirts at the Raygun Printing Facility in Des Moines on Feb. 9, 2024. Raygun increased their supply of Stuelke shirts following her record-breaking 47 point game at Carver-Hawkeye Arena the previous night.

[Photo] Basketball to business: Caitlin Clark’s economic impact

April 30, 2024
Designer Aria Warren gives a speech before “An Endless Night of Flora and Wondra Disability Fashion Show” at the Wright House of Fashion in Iowa City on Friday, April 26, 2024. The fashion show donated proceeds to the Trevor Project, an anti-suicide organization targeted towards LGBTQ+ individuals.

Photos: “An Endless Night of Flora and Wondra Disability Fashion Show”

Isabella Tisdale, Photojournalist
April 27, 2024
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