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Kirsten Dunst as Lee Smith documenting warfare through her camera.

Civil War: photojournalism in war-torn America

JOSUE VILLATORO, Film Critic Oct 9, 2024

Renowned film studio, A24, has stepped into big-budget movie territory as of this year with their latest film, “Civil War,” from acclaimed director and screenwriter, Alex Garland. 2024 has graced us...

Panther Preview

Panther Preview

ESTELLE JOHNSON, Campus Life Editor Oct 9, 2024

Campus Life Editor Estelle Johnson's lab mix White Sox enjoying a cool fall breeze.

Panthers and their pets

ESTELLE JOHNSON, Campus Life Editor Oct 9, 2024

Many students at the University of Northern Iowa have pets. Some students bring their pets to their dorms, some have pets in their apartments or houses and some leave their pets with their parents. Other...

Original cover of “Amazing Fantasy” 15#, where Spider-Man makes his debut appearance. Comic enthusiasts can purchase an original ’62 copy for upwards of $10,000.

The inauguration of Spider-Man into Marvel

AUGUST ROBINSON, Guest Writer Oct 2, 2024

“All right, let’s do this one last time. My name is Peter Parker. I was bitten by a radioactive spider, and for 10 years I’ve been the one and only Spider-Man.” The opening line, of one of the...

The reigning champion of fall chai, Sidecar (above), returns to reclaim
their title in 2024. In 2023, Sidecar ranked first with a score of 14/15, and
claimed first again in 2024, with a score of 13/15. According to Bailey, Sidecar is a tried and true for fall chai, and can truly never disappoint.

Where to find the best fall chai

BAILEY KLINKHAMMER, Executive Editor Oct 2, 2024

Last year, to celebrate the first week of fall, I conducted an experiment to find the best fall chai in the Cedarloo area. I visited five coffee shops with the intention of finding the chai that best suited...

Main characters Andy Dufresne and Red standing together in the jail courtyard.

Shawshank Redemption’s 30th anniversary

JOSUE VILLATORO, Film Critic Oct 2, 2024

It’s been 30 years since Frank Durabont’s cult classic graced the big screen and gave us one of the best films of all time. “The Shawshank Redemption” is set in 1940 in New England, and follows...

KSig Members recieved the Military Heroes trophy for raising upwards of $6,000 last year.

Kappa Sigma supporting local Veterans

ESTELLE JOHNSON, Campus Life Editor Sep 25, 2024

Kappa Sigma’s annual block party is returning this year with a host of activities. The fraternity looks to not only support their philanthropic partner, the Military Heroes Campaign, but create a fun...

According to Villatoro, by taking a risk with the X-Men franchise, Disney has returned the franchise to it’s glory days. With the X-Men now under Marvel’s ownership, Villatoro hopes this trajectory of success for the franchise can continue.

2024: Year of the X-Men

Josue Villatoro, Guest Writer Sep 25, 2024

2024 is truly the year of the X-Men. Out of all superhero series to come out via streaming with Disney+ this is, without a doubt, the best series to emerge from Marvel Studios. Serving as a continuation...

Comedian Paula Poundstone discusses her career, hobbies and political values ahead of her visit to UNI.

Paula Poundstone coming to UNI

ESTELLE JOHNSON, Campus Life Editor Sep 18, 2024

Paula Poundstone is an American comedian, actress and writer who will be performing at the Gallagher-Bluedorn Performing Arts Center on September 20, 2024. Poundstone has voice acted in the popular film...

Austin Butler as Benny riding alongside fellow members of The Vandals M.C. within “The Bikeriders Official Trailer 2.”

The Bikeriders: A perspective into the golden age of motorcycle clubs

JOSUE VILLATORO, Film Critic Sep 11, 2024

After being delayed from the SAG-AFTRA strike, Director Jeff Nichols' long awaited period crime drama finally graced the big screen on June 21, 2024. “The Bikeriders” follows the chronology of a Chicago...

College Hill Neighborhood banners can be seen around Main Street and Seerley Park in Cedar Falls.

Art, music, and more in Cedar Falls

ESTELLE JOHNSON, Campus Life Editor Sep 11, 2024

Cedar Falls Tourism has compiled a calendar full of events in and around Cedar Falls for 2024. From comedy nights to street parties, there’s something fun for everyone. There are plenty of events planned...

Laura Harms, UNI senior and Panhellenic president looks to the future with hope when it comes to the sorority community.

UNI sororities strive for success

JO BRAHMS, News Editor Sep 4, 2024

With campus buzzing back to life after the summer months, many new students are looking for the perfect organization to join. For some of those students, their perfect organization is a chapter in sorority...

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