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Northern Iowan

The student news site of the University of Northern Iowa

Northern Iowan

Above is one of the many shelves filled to the brim with books in The Nook. Abby Olson, co-owner, wants to
expand the collection so that there is a book for everyone in the store.

Book it to The Nook

BAILEY KLINKHAMMER, Campus Life Editor Nov 15, 2023

Abby Olson and Brandon Conrad, business and life partners, opened the brand new storefront for The Nook this past Saturday. They were met with a line that wrapped around the block on Main Street. From...

The end of the writers’ strike, which lasted for five months, has given rise to new questions about the use of AI in the industry. Some prominent figures in the industry hold disdain for the use of AI, claiming that it “dehumanizes the industry.” Others are more accepting of AI, especially as a tool within the industry and its potential outside of film.

Writers strike establishes new ground rules for AI

CALLEE FAIR, Staff Writer Nov 15, 2023

In a new age where Artificial Intelligence is slowly becoming a part of our everyday lives, writers have to now find a way to coexist with technology that is threatening their jobs. Concern and worry...

BSU Vice President Celia Emunah (pictured left) and BSU President Randy
Whitfield (pictured right) table for BSU at the beginning of the semester.
Both Emunah and Whitfield hope Melanin Week will help support and
encourage students of color on campus.

“See My Color”

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN, Executive Editor Nov 15, 2023

“See My Color” is the theme of this year’s “Melanin Week” hosted by Black Student Union (BSU). The week consists of many events created by the student organization – all of which everyone is...

El sábado pasado, una escaladora escaló la pared en la competencia llamada Boulder Bash de UNI.

Boulder Bash

JACOB KURT, Staff Writer, Sports Photographer Nov 13, 2023

This Saturday, the University of Northern Iowa's Wellness and Recreation Center (WRC) was abuzz with excitement and the sound of climbers cheering each other on. The occasion? The much-anticipated Boulder...

Maddie Palmersheim, 2021 UNI grad, holds her vendor booth at the Cedar Valley Farmers Market.

UNI grad’s ‘Moos Bakery’ on the rise

BAILEY KLINKHAMMER, Campus Life Editor Nov 8, 2023

Maddie Palmersheim, a 2021 graduate of the University of Northern Iowa, currently owns and operates Moo’s Bakery, an online bakery that’s completely dairy and egg free. Palmersheim’s entrepreneurial...

Gender and Sexuality Services is located near the Panther Den. Their goals are encapsulated on the board above.

Exploring UNI’s Gender and Sexuality Services

HOPE JACOBS, Staff Writer Nov 8, 2023

Many universities around the United States have created programs and services to help cater to those struggling with parts of their identities. The University of Northern Iowa is no different.  It has...

Blank and Dorr pose with their inductee plaques. Blank had a 43-year long broadcasting career, and Dorr had over 50 years of experience working with Iowa Public Radio.

Iowa Public Radio legends inducted in UNI’s Communication and Media Hall of Fame

NI STAFF, NI Editors Nov 1, 2023

The UNI Department of Communication and Media inducted two Iowa public radio legends, journalist Pat Blank and deejay and rock/blues musician Bob Dorr, in its Hall of Fame’s inaugural year.  Pat...

From left to right: Archer Trip, Sam Zimmerman, and Nic Trip. TripleThread was founded in summer 2022 and have gone on to sell their handmade products at Mohair Pear in Cedar Falls and Spark Lot in Waterloo.

Arts & crafts and activism

SOPHIE HOFFMEIER, Managing Editor Nov 1, 2023

Since summer of 2022, small business TripleThread has been bringing the Cedar Valley community their craft and pride. Comprised of three headstrong co-founders, Archer Trip, Nic Trip and Sam Zimmerman,...

“Five Nights at Freddy’s” has been in production for eight years.

Unpacking the “Five Nights At Freddy’s” Adaptation

CALLEE FAIR, Staff Writer Nov 1, 2023

After eight years of production halts and questions of whether this project was still in motion, “Five Nights At Freddy’s” finally hit the theaters on October 27th and on Peacock the day prior. ...

The UNI Museum has been cooperative in reparation efforts so far.

Museum repatriation

GRANT PEDERSEN, Staff Writer Nov 1, 2023

Museums worldwide continue to adapt to new realities and ideals concerning what should be held in their care. Instead of collecting artifacts without considering their origins, many museums now focus on...

Pumpkins grow outside of Campbell Hall.

Creepin’ on Campbell Hall

ESTELLE JOHNSON, Staff Writer Oct 26, 2023

Campbell Hall has been eerily silent this fall. Rarely do you see anyone walking in or out of Campbell Hall. The trees and bushes have come to take over the landscape of the building, along with somewhat...

Maas anchors a weekend morning show at KWWL. Maas is an alum of UNI and was the Executive Editor of the Northern Iowan from 2020-2021.

On air with KWWL’s Emma’le Maas

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN, Executive Editor Oct 18, 2023

As the countdown begins for a live 7:30 a.m. broadcast, UNI alum Emma’le Maas adjusts her earpiece and locks in on the camera.  “Good morning and welcome to Today in Iowa… Thank you so much for...

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