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Northern Iowan
The student news site of the University of Northern Iowa

Northern Iowan
News
The Washington Monthly ranked UNI one of the best campuses in America for student voting in an August article.
UNI among top colleges for student voting
LUKE NELSON , Staff Writer • Sep 28, 2022

With the 2022 midterm elections fast approaching, the U.S. finds itself rounding a corner to new representatives and voters. However, politicians...

Chuy Renteria tells stories of family, friendships and culture with the backdrop of small-town Iowa. His visit to UNI brought a crowd of over 100 people.
An evening with storyteller Chuy Renteria
Sep 28, 2022
Students involved with the ESPN team are trained on manning camera for broadcasts televised on ESPN, video board footage and instant replays.
ESP(anther opportunities)N
Sep 25, 2022
Cedar Falls Ghost Tours ring in spooky season
Cedar Falls Ghost Tours ring in spooky season
Sep 25, 2022
The Northern Iowan is excited to welcome Tanner Raine to the editing team as multimedia editor.
Editorial: New Multimedia Editor
Sep 25, 2022
Mark Nook met with the president of Indian Hills Community College, Matt Thompson. Their meeting was the start of a much closer partnership through the UNI at Iowa Community Colleges program.
[email protected] program expands
Sep 21, 2022
Sports
UNI last met Indiana State on Nov. 9, 2019. The Panthers took down the Sycamores in the UNI-Dome, 17-9.
Preview: Sycamores @ Panthers
CADEN SHEA, Sports Writer • Sep 28, 2022

The UNI Panthers will defend the UNI-Dome against the Indiana State Sycamores in football action this weekend. The Panthers look to continue their winning streak after coming off of a dominant win over Western Illinois 52-17....

UNI takes 6th at Zach Johnson Invite
Sep 28, 2022
UNIs bench gets fired up during the Panthers 74-65 win over Missouri State on Jan. 13, 2022. UNI will begin their 2022-23 season on Nov. 1, hosting Cornell for an exhibition. They will host St. Thomas in their regular season opener on Nov. 7.
2022-23 UNI women's basketball schedule revealed
Sep 28, 2022
The UNI womens golf team finished sixth at the Briar Ridge Invitational in Schererville, Ind. this weekend.
Panthers finish 6th at Briar Ridge Invitational
Sep 28, 2022
Dom Williams (7) runs with the football during UNIs 52-17 victory over Western Illinois on Saturday. Williams carried the ball 14 times for 69 yards and a touchdown.
Panthers dominate Leathernecks, 52-17
Sep 25, 2022
UNI blanks Redbirds, falls to Bears
Sep 25, 2022
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Opinion
On average, Northeast Iowa Food Bank serves 350 thousand meals per month through their programs. Many of those are students, families, children and neighbors.
We need to combat food insecurity
Barb Prather, Guest Columnist • Sep 28, 2022

Editor’s note: Barb Prather is  the  Executive Director of Northeast Iowa Food Bank.  Food shouldn’t be an impossible choice. This is a bold statement, but very truthful. For the generalpopulation, we take  when...

According to the NIAAA, about a quarter of college students report having consequences academically due to their drinking. This includes falling behind, doing poorly on exams and even missing classes.
Alcohol safety training should be mandatory
Sep 25, 2022
Iowa lack of transparency
Sep 25, 2022
While the pandemic may be a factor in rising inflation, it has more to do with supply and demand.
Are sky-high prices bringing you down?
Sep 21, 2022
ABCs latest hit show, Abbott Elementary, is reaching those who do not typically watch network television by streaming to Hulu.
"Abbott Elementary"
Sep 19, 2022
We all don't benefit equally from government aid - it's not just student loans
Sep 14, 2022
Movie Reviews
Barbarian was released Sept. 9, 2022. It is expected to be on Hulu and HBO Max on Oct. 4, 2022.
Horror film "Barbarian" brings terror to theaters
Ben Nessen, Guest Columnist • Sep 28, 2022

When was the last time you went into a movie theater completely blind about what you’re about to see? Seriously, think about it. Nowadays...

The new film starring pop icon Harry Styles hit the theaters on Sept. 23, but the drama that preceded its release garnered just as much-if not, more-attention.
The drama of "Don't Worry Darling"
Sep 25, 2022
"Bullet Train" movie review
Sep 21, 2022
Film critic Hunter Friesen says that The Northman is a brave and bold revenge tale and gave it a 3.5/5.
Eggers' epic "The Northman" tells a tale of bloody revenge
Apr 25, 2022
Film critic Hunter Friesen says, Its going to take a whole lot of magic to get this beat to be fantastic again, with a 2.5 rating.
A muddled story of wizards and muggles in "Secrets of Dumbledore"
Apr 17, 2022
Film critic Hunter Friesen gives the newly released film Ambulance a 3 out of 5 review.
"Ambulance" is a Bayhem at its best
Apr 14, 2022
Campus Life
The 2023-2024 FAFSA can be completed after Oct. 1 using 2021 tax information.
Scholarship application for 2022-2023 now open
AUBREY SCHAFBUCH, Staff Writer • Sep 28, 2022

The UNI scholarship application for the next academic year is now available offering hundreds of scholarships to meet the needs of every type...

Gabi Haywood 20, Social Work. Students should take preventative measures themselves-theres only so much the university can do. Lock your doors and be vigilant for now-that seems to be the only solution.
VOX POP: Given the recent burglaries on campus, what steps can the university take to make the campus safer?
Sep 28, 2022
Barbarian was released Sept. 9, 2022. It is expected to be on Hulu and HBO Max on Oct. 4, 2022.
Horror film "Barbarian" brings terror to theaters
Sep 28, 2022
Make sure to get your ticket to the show-seating is limited for this one-time event!
Original radio play to debut in Interpreters Theatre
Sep 25, 2022
The new film starring pop icon Harry Styles hit the theaters on Sept. 23, but the drama that preceded its release garnered just as much-if not, more-attention.
The drama of "Don't Worry Darling"
Sep 25, 2022
The struggle to find a parking spot has sparked conversations of outrage on campus.
Students spark concerns about CP parking
Sep 21, 2022
Trending Stories
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The UNI Outdoors Adventure Trips Program was cut in May 2022. The program allowed students, faculty, and community members to experience outdoor recreation in Americas backcountry, such as the Mines of Spain in Dubuque where the group above took a ski trip in 2021.

Adventure Trips meet abrupt end

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It has long been suspected that Pornhub has been aware of the content derived from human trafficking on their site for years.

Pornhub fuels human trafficking

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MercyOne Cedar Falls OB/GYN on Bluebell Road offers birth control counseling along with pregnancy services available throughout the entire pregnancy.

New women’s health clinic opens in Cedar Falls

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The Board of Regents approved the replacement of the fabric portion of the roof of the UNI-Dome, with construction planned to take place in Spring 2023.

Board of Regents meets in Cedar Falls

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After 5-4 vote Dobbs v. Jackson, Roe v. Wade was overturned, ending a 50 year precedented federal protection of abortion rights. Many went out on the streets after the decision to protest against the ruling, and many continue to fight for abortion today.

In defense of Dobbs v. Jackson

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