If you’ve been looking at any news outlet lately, you’ve probably seen a few articles about how the Twitter CEO, Jack Dorsey, went before Congress to discuss online election meddling as well as some...
It’s been two years since NFL quarterback Colin Kaepernick took a knee during the national anthem. His decision, as he explained, was to bring notice to police brutality and racial inequality in the...
While growing up, my parents would repeatedly remind me, “you are not only judged by the company you keep, but also by the words you speak. Choose both carefully.”
Most mature adults understand...
Senator Schumer: Were you involved in any way in the Counsel’s Office in opining about the proper use of torture?
Mr. Kavanaugh: No, Senator. The first time I learned of that memo, I believe, was-
Senator...
I’d say I’m pretty liberal when it comes down to it. I was raised by two amazing individuals who believed in our nation, our politicians and the democratic system.
They ingrained in me the values...
Why are you at college? Education, development, fun, partying, finding a lifelong partner? Those are some of the many reasons students list for attending college. Social mobility is probably the biggest...
Editors Note: the following letter to the editor was submitted by Steve Corbin, professor emeritus of marketing at UNI.
In November of 2014, the vast majority of citizens saw no need to vote because...
As school starts again, it was great reading two ideas that are humbly presented that would transform modern education and have a skillful impact on our next generation of students. It is wonderful that...
As the fall semester opens and students are returning to campus, the season of student organization recruitment begins.
This can be a fun time where new students can explore their interests and meet...
Many people use a lot of electricity. I know that I’m usually surprised when I get my electricity bill at the end of every month. Unfortunately, our world is slipping into an energy crisis which is due...
I have to admit: it’s not easy saying goodbye.
After having devoted three of my four college years to the Northern Iowan (NI) and spending countless hours covering events, writing film reviews and...
It would seem that more often than not, all those organizations you meet at orientation and fleetingly pass your email address to don’t usually end up being organizations you stick with.
The Northern...
