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NISG holds final meeting of the year
NISG holds final meeting of the year

December 6, 2021

Murder on Main Street
Murder on Main Street

December 2, 2021

Alumnus and journalist Tom Cullen visits UNI for film screening
Alumnus and journalist Tom Cullen visits UNI for film screening

December 2, 2021

UNI enrollment projected to increase within 5 years
UNI enrollment projected to increase within 5 years

November 29, 2021

NISG weekly update
NISG weekly update

November 29, 2021

Iowa Board of Regents launches free-speech survey for students, staff
Iowa Board of Regents launches free-speech survey for students, staff

November 29, 2021

Sports
The Panthers saw their comeback against Bradley fall short on Wednesday night, as a last-second layup by the Braves Terry Roberts sealed the win 72-69.
Late layup ends comeback bid as UNI falls at Bradley
DAVID WARRINGTON • December 6, 2021
The UNI women have gotten off to a strong start in the 2021-22 season, after picking up two victories last week over St. Thomas and South Dakota State.
UNI women pick up back-to-back wins vs. St. Thomas, SDSU
December 6, 2021
UNI wrestlers go winless against Mizzou, Va. Tech
December 6, 2021
The UNI wrestling team had a solid showing over the weekend at Harold Nichols Cyclone Open in Ames, Iowa. Nine Panthers won in their respective weight classes.
Wrestlers compete at Harold Nichols Cyclone Open
December 2, 2021
Panthers lose late on the road to Creighton, 79-72
December 2, 2021
The impact of the coaching carousel on college football
December 2, 2021
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Campus Life
Companions "Power of the Dog" reinvents the western genre
HUNTER FRIESEN • December 6, 2021

Despite being the master of the gangster genre with such films as “Goodfellas,” “Casino,” and “The Irishman,” director Martin Scorsese...

This past weekend UNI mens Varsity Glee Club hosted the 44th annual Christmas Varsity Show at the Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center.
Men's Glee Club back on stage
December 6, 2021
Film critic Hunter Friesen reflects on what he is thankful for within films.
We are thankful for films
December 2, 2021
The Commons opened on Sept. 10, 1933. This article features the new facility.
New Commons to be ready for fall term
December 2, 2021
Over the course of UNIs history enrollment has had a roller coaster effect.
Northern Iowa students overwhelmingly from Iowa
November 29, 2021
Kingston sold out wasn't as beautiful
November 29, 2021
Opinion
From Dec. 5-12 except for the Dec. 10-11, Rod Library will be open until 2 a.m. for students to study and work on group projects.
Surviving finals week
ABIGAIL SAATHOFF, Opinion Columnist • December 6, 2021
Iowa vs. Michigan: A college football fiasco
December 6, 2021
Black Country, new Road and Black Midis 2021 releases.
The best albums of 2021
December 2, 2021
Instead of providing more state funding for Iowas three public universities, Iowa taxpayers should advocate for a reduction in the size and scope of the Board of Regents.
Bigger budget, fewer students at the University of Northern Iowa
December 2, 2021
With UNI being known for its education program, there are still holes needing to be filled.
One class of diversity is not enough
November 29, 2021
With enrollment taking a hit, departments are being impacted from the enrollment rates.
Falling enrollment a challenge, and not just for UNI
November 29, 2021
Movie Reviews
Companions "Power of the Dog" reinvents the western genre
HUNTER FRIESEN • December 6, 2021
Film critic Hunter Friesen reflects on what he is thankful for within films.
We are thankful for films
December 2, 2021
Film Critic Hunter Friesen calls the French Dispatch a visual masterpiece.
'The French Dispatch,' Wes Anderson's masterpiece
November 15, 2021
Film critic Hunter Friesen says the new Marvel movie Eternals is different in a refreshing way.
'Eternals' just another cog in the Marvel machine
November 8, 2021
Film Critic Hunter Friesen says that Last Night in Soho is anything different than a mild disappointment.
Dreams turn to disappointment
November 1, 2021
As Dune hits theaters this past weekend, there are questions of there being a second Dune soon to start production; Dune is set to break pandemic box office records during opening weekend.
"Dune" is a grand disappointment
October 25, 2021
Northern Iowa Student Government
Among the bills passed, NISG approved funding for UNIs Dance Team and their application for travel to their national competition in Florida.
NISG holds final meeting of the year
NICK BAUR • December 6, 2021

Ten bills and resolutions passed, 1 denied; new at-large senator confirmed  Welcoming in the month of December, the Northern Iowa Student Government...

Among the bills passed, NISG Senators approved funding for the UNI Womens Rugby Club as they travel to Nashville for their national tournament.
NISG weekly update
NICK BAUR • November 29, 2021

Provost speaks, resolution passed in support of TheatreUNI Under the pale moonlight, the Northern Iowa Student Government met on Wednesday,...

The NISG website has been updated.
NISG hears from guest speaker, passes legislation
NICK BAUR • November 8, 2021

 On Wednesday, Nov. 3, the Northern Iowa Student Government (NISG) congregated in the University Room of Maucker Union for their 12th regular...

Members of the Senate and Upper Cabinet dressed up in festive costumes to celebrate Halloween at their meeting Wednesday.
NISG update
NICK BAUR • November 1, 2021

Three new senators appointed, legislation passed, spooky costumes worn Warlocks, dinosaurs and Scooby-Doo, oh my! Channeling their Halloween...

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