EMMA DICKINSON is a senior from Vinton, Iowa, studying Music Education and Clarinet Performance. She transferred to the University of Iowa in the Fall of 2023 from Kirkwood Community College in Cedar Rapids after completing two associates degrees; one in liberal arts and the other in music. She was a member of the clarinet section for the 2023-2024 season and will serve as section leader and recruitment co-chair for the 2024-2025 season. Prior to her time at the University of Iowa and Kirkwood, Emma served as clarinet section leader and drum major for the Viking Regiment, under the direction of Nick Waymire at Vinton-Shellsburg High School in 2019 and 2020.

 

Emma has been an avid fan of both Hawkeye sports and the HMB for her entire life. Her mom played clarinet in the HMB from 1992-1995, as well as her aunt and uncle who were in the trumpet section. Growing up, Emma attended many HMB Rec Shows before games and has many fond memories of watching the HMB throughout the years. Prior to her time in the HMB, Emma was heavily involved in jazz ensembles both at Kirkwood and in high school. She enjoys playing jazz piano and tenor saxophone in her free time. Outside of music, Emma enjoys embroidering, going on walks, working at the Hawkeye Tennis and Recreation Complex, and spending time with friends.