Chalk artist Herb Hake exhibit

September 21, 2017

On Sept. 24, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., Rod Library is hosting the grand opening of the Herb Hake exhibit. Hake worked at UNI for 34 years, primarily with radio and TV broadcasting. “Herb Hake was instrumental in the creation of the UNI public radio station,” said Jessica Cruz, exhibit preparator and ou...

Rod Library brings in the UNI “turtle guy”

KIRBY DAVIS, Staff Writer

September 21, 2017

Filed under Campus Life, Showcase

Many students in the biology department may know Professor Jeff Tamplin as UNI’s resident turtle expert, but what they may not know is that “turtle guy” Tamplin is an illustrator in his free time. Tamplin hosted a Q&A session on Tuesday, Sept. 19, to discuss his work at Rod Library, where ...

‘It’ merges nostalgia with horror

CLINTON OLSASKY, Executive Editor

September 21, 2017

Filed under Campus Life, Movie Reviews, Showcase

It may be lurking under your bed, skulking in a shadowy closet or even prowling through the darkened sewers on a rain-drenched evening. To put it simply, “It” is whatever you fear the most. No matter what “It” is for you, the feeling of dread washing over your body when confronted with your ...

Beers, bags and brat tacos

SARAH RITONDALE, Staff Writer

September 18, 2017

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Fall is just around the corner, and the second annual Oktoberfest kicked off the new season with many different types of music, games, beer and food on Sept. 16. People gathered on College Hill for the event, which was organized by the College Hill Partnership. “The community gets out of it just a...

‘No Shame Theatre’ student variety show

MONIQUE SMITH, Staff Writer

September 18, 2017

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No Shame is a night of hedonism and debauchery, with a light-hearted atmosphere based on mutual trust on a night without judgement. On Friday, Sept. 15, No Shame held one of its first events for the semester in the Communication Arts Center (CAC). No Shame Theatre is a variety show that occurs ever...

‘Mother!’ gives birth to masterpiece

CLINTON OLSASKY, Executive Editor

September 18, 2017

Filed under Campus Life, Movie Reviews, Showcase

It is already one of the most reviled and polarizing films of the year, but Darren Aronofsky’s new psychological horror film “Mother!” may be the director’s most daring movie to date. “Mother!” follows the story of an unnamed married couple, played by Jennifer Lawrence and Javier Bardem...

Artist DuBois on photography

MONIQUE SMITH, Staff Writer

September 14, 2017

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On Thursday, Sept. 7 students and professors alike gathered in the Kamerick Art Building to hear a lecture given by New York photographer, Doug DuBois. UNI is currently holding an exhibition for his three main bodies of work in the UNI Gallery of Art. DuBois is an associate professor at Syracuse University in S...

‘Wind River’ will chill your heart

CLINTON OLSASKY, Executive Editor

September 14, 2017

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A young woman runs, distraught, across a vast, snowy wasteland, as the hypnotic words of a poem ominously reverberate against the wintery landscape. This, the opening scene of Taylor Sheridan’s new murder mystery “Wind River,” serves as only a brief preview of the pain and suffering that mark m...

PANTHER PORTRAIT: Rededication Ceremony, Lawther Hall

KIRBY DAVIS, Photographer

September 11, 2017

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On Friday, Sept. 8, faculty, alumni, and students gathered at Anna B. Lawther Hall to enjoy the rededication ceremony, and to see the inside of the building for the first time since renovation began in fall of 2015. For some, this was the first time they had set foot inside Lawther Hall, while for...

ARTapalooza invades Main Street

ALLISON MAZZARELLA, Staff Writer

September 11, 2017

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Jazz music drifted through the streets in downtown Cedar Falls as crowds gathered on Main Street for ARTapalooza this past Saturday. The annual fine arts event, which took place from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., featured local vendors, their tents and booths lining the street, offering a variety of handmade...

PANTHER PORTRAIT: Maucker Union Live – Rachel Bearinger

LEZIGA BARIKOR, Campus Life Editor

September 7, 2017

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Yesterday morning from 11:30 to 12:30 p.m., the Maucker Union set up a miniature stage for up and coming performing artist Rachel Bearinger. Bearinger is currently a senior music education major at UNI. Student Organizations Coordinator Connie Hansen did the booking for this event. Her performance...

The new Campy Neil inspired by friendship

ANNA FLANDERS, Staff Writer

September 7, 2017

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The latest addition to Erbert and Gerbert’s (E&G’s) menu was inspired by a UNI alum’s memories from college, and now students today can have a taste of those experiences. Today, E&G will introduce patrons to the Campy Neil — a UNI exclusive sandwich, created by Rod Library assistan...