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The student news site of the University of Northern Iowa

Northern Iowan

The student news site of the University of Northern Iowa

Northern Iowan

A snapshot from a UNITheatre production. While the Theatre Department felt the sting of low enrollment and hiring freezes from the COVID-19 pandemic, the program is hopeful and looking to the future.

New Theatre Department Head brings fresh outlook

JEFFERY JONES, Staff Writer Oct 11, 2023

Following the 2020-2021 academic year, two faculty members left the University of Northern Iowa Theatre Department and a hiring freeze prevented replacements. This caused concern amongst students and staff...

A total of 1,214 students of color are enrolled at UNI this year, which is 13.5% of the total student population.

UNI student body most diverse in 147-year history

JEFFERY JONES, Staff Writer Oct 11, 2023

Diversity proves to be a strong priority for staff and students alike at the University of Northern Iowa. The 2023-2024 school year boasts its highest percentage of students of color in the school’s...

Blazing the trail

Blazing the trail

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN, Executive Editor Oct 11, 2023

From the heights of Pictured Rocks to the depths of the Grand Canyon, the UNI Outdoors Adventures trips are back in action, offering student-led trips to help students experience the outdoors.  Courtney...

During his report, President Mark Nook presented UNI’s enrollment numbers, graduation rates, as well as the state
appropriations request, which would fund a number of programs including the community partnership program.

Funding, facilities reports, protests and more

NOAH HACKBART, Staff Writer Oct 4, 2023

Editor’s note: Noah Hackbart currently serves as the Director of Governmental Relations for Northern Iowa Student Government. In two days of packed meetings, the Board of Regents, the governing body...

A visitor to the gallery looks upon a print of Scott Ross’s sketch “Church
of St. Nicholas the Miraculous.” The Ukrainian church was attacked by
Russian forces on Feb. 27. The print is for sale, all proceeds going to
support the Ukrainian students at UNI.

Art exhibition supports Ukrainian students

MALLORY SCHMITZ, News Editor Oct 4, 2023

On Friday, Sept. 29, members of the UNI community came together to celebrate eight UNI freshmen who are over an ocean away from their homes. The UNI Gallery of Art hosted the opening of an exhibition of...

Evelyn Green went through a thorough audition process before stepping in
to the role of feature twirler. Panther Marching Band Director Justin Mertz
said that her confidence made her a “striking” candidate.

Born to twirl

OLIVIA BRUNSTING, Staff Writer Oct 4, 2023

On Sept. 9, the Panther Marching Band wowed the audience with their out-of-this-world show, powerful music and countless new faces. Among the fresh faces was one person in particular who stood out with...

Junior biology and biochemistry double-major Jacqueline Heggen collects a sample from Wind Cave National Park in South Dakota. UNI students and faculty are using the research to explore how life survives in extreme environments.

Reaching new heights 600 feet under

KORBYN RYAN, Staff Writer Sep 27, 2023

Since 2021, UNI students and faculty conducting research that would help locate extraterrestrial life have been reaching new heights in science – by looking 600 feet underground. As part of a $200,000...

UNI’s Textiles and Apparel Program was designed to give students hands-on experience in the fashion and merchandising industry. One of these opportunities is in their annual CatWalk fashion show.

The runway narrows for future of TAPP

MALLORY SCHMITZ, News Editor Sep 27, 2023

The lights are dwindling on UNI’s Textiles and Apparel Program (TAPP) as faculty retirements and low student interest have led to the program not accepting new students. “Due to faculty retirements,...

The third annual Harvest Conference will be held in Maucker Union this Thursday, Sept. 28.

Reset, refocus, renew

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN, Executive Editor Sep 26, 2023

UNI students, faculty, staff and community members will have the opportunity to “refocus, renew and reset” this Thursday, Sept. 28 at the third annual Harvest Conference. Presented by UNI’s Diversity,...

Two UNI alums are up for City Council election to represent Ward 4 - a district made up of many UNI students.

Meet the candidates: Cedar Falls City Council

Grant Pedersen, Staff Writer Sep 20, 2023

For this November’s Cedar Falls City Council elections, two UNI alums have begun campaigns to be elected to the open Ward 4 seat vacated by incumbent Simon Harding’s retirement. The two candidates...

Miembros del Gabinete Superior del NISG invitaron a estudiantes a
compartir sus consejos el jueves mientras daban galletas y dulces. Ellos
planean usar comentarios de estudiantes para formar sus iniciativas y
tener conversaciones con las oficiales de la universidad y la Junta de
Regentes.

NISG trades troubles for treats

MALLORY SCHMITZ, News Editor Sep 20, 2023

Thursday morning, Northern Iowa Student Government’s Upper Cabinet offered a listening ear for students while also providing a tasty treat in between classes. They set up a table outside of Maucker Union...

Students crowded into the Panther Mayhem student section for the home-opener football game on Sept. 9.
Panther Mayhem as an organization is active for the first time this year since the COVID-19 pandemic.

Return of the Mayhem

ADAM JOHNSON and CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN Sep 20, 2023

New life is being brought to the student section at UNI athletic events, as a call for Panthers to pack the stands has been heard all around campus. Saturday, Sept. 9, we got to see Panther Mayhem in...

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