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Northern Iowan

UNI social and emotional learning conference

MEG GROVE, Staff Writer Apr 2, 2023

The Social and Emotional Learning Conference sponsored by the UNI College of Education and Ken Budke returns on April 7, 2023 from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The conference will take place in Maucker Union and...

Rod Library hosts INSPIRE conference

LAUREN MCGUILL, Staff Writer Apr 2, 2023

Rod Library will be hosting the Inspire conference student Research and Engagement on Monday April 3, 2023 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.  and Tuesday April 4, 2023 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.  This confrence is ...

Over the span of 34 years, Connie Hansen has made a tremendous impact on UNIs campus and in student life.

Connie Hansen’s impact at UNI spans 34 years

BAILEY KLINKHAMMER, Campus Life Editor Mar 27, 2023

Constance Hansen, affectionately known as Connie, currently works in Maucker Union as the Office of Student Involvement’s Associate Director. But, it wasn’t where she originally started in terms of...

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“Maucker Union because it’s quieter, and there’s food!”

VOX POP: Where is your favorite study place and why?

Taylor Nohrenberg, Staff Writer Mar 26, 2023

Quotes and photos by Taylor Nohrenberg.  

UNI School of Music combines opera and storytelling. Experince an emotional performance on March 30 and March 31 at 7:30 p.m.

UNI School of Music to Present World Premiere Opera: “The Beehive”

PEYTON GUTHRIE Mar 26, 2023

The world of opera may seem intimidating and difficult to follow for those who are unfamiliar with it, but many might find that it has a lot to offer its audiences. Opera provides a unique experience,...

During World War 1, the W.A.V.E.S. division was unofficially created. These women held other positions such as training pilots, air traffic controllers and parachute testers.

Woman crush Wednesday at the UNI Museum

AUBREY SCHAFBUCH, Staff Writer Mar 22, 2023

The UNI Museum at ROD Library has taken to social media for Women’s History Month, bringing back nostalgic Woman Crush Wednesday posts. Their goal is to honor the women that have made a difference in...

Make the Change’s impact can be seen across campus. If students want to get involved, they can visit the Make the Change website – makethechangeuni.weebly.

Make the Change spreads love and support on campus

MEG GROVE, Staff Writer Mar 19, 2023

Make the Change is a student-led organization at UNI focused on strengthening the community through acts of kindness. The organization was formed in 2018 by Cam Salvador and Eric Ramos after they worked...

CATS Traditions Challenge

DIAMOND ROUNDTREE, Campus Life Editor Mar 19, 2023

CATS (Connecting Alumni to Students) encourages all students to participate in UNI’s digital yearbook—The Traditions Challenge. Traditions need to be submitted by Friday, April 21, 2023. The Traditions...

Who let the dogs out?

AUBREY SCHAFBUCH, Staff Writer Mar 5, 2023

Midterms are coming, and Active Minds wants you to let loose and de-stress. On March 7, dogs and cats will be available for visiting in the Maucker Union Ballroom. This year, there will be a surprise special...

Inspirational messages are written on different sizes of jeans to help normalize the conversation around embracing body image and size.

UNI SHAC presents “The Jean Project”

MEG GROVE, Staff Writer Mar 5, 2023

UNI’s Student Health Advisory Committee (SHAC) is hosting “The Jean Project” from Monday, Feb. 27 to Friday, March 3 at Maucker Union. This project encourages students to accept and celebrate their...

If youre doing a closet clean out, make sure to set aside your gently used clothing to donate beginning March 6.

UNI’s Spring clothing drive

PEYTON GUTHRIE Mar 2, 2023

As spring approaches, students may find themselves putting away and clearing out winter clothing in preparation for the warmer weather. When students clear out their closets, it is possible that they will...

Maya Buchanan is the guest columnist of this op-ed.

The untold stories of Iowa’s Black leaders

Maya Buchanan, Guest Columnist Feb 26, 2023

  Why do we focus on Black trauma rather than Black joy, achievement, and success? Editor's Note: This op-ed is apart of the NI's Black History Month Coverage.  When I was in elementary school,...

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