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Opinion columnist Tanner Schrad discusses the role of politics and the tendency to label others according to their political affiliations.

Despite labels, we’re all Americans

TANNER SCHRAD, Opinion Columnist Oct 9, 2017

“One nation, indivisible.” Do you recognize this excerpt? Many of us might have grown up saying this in school. I remember it was the first thing I did after hanging up my coat and backpack all...

Oliverio Covarrubias, member of Lambda Theta Phi Latin Fraternity, Inc., pens a guest column about the positive impact immigrants have made on the United States.

Guest column highlights immigrant’s contribution

Guest Column Oct 9, 2017

Editor’s note: The following is a guest column submitted by Oliverio Covarrubias, a member of the UNI chapter of Lambda Theta Phi Latin Fraternity, Inc. Why does talking about immigrants matter? That’s...

In response to the deadly shooting in Las Vegas on Sunday, opinion columnist Abbi Cobb calls for America to take a deeper look at the causes of mass murder.

Taking a closer look at mass murder

ABBI COBB, Opinion Columnist Oct 5, 2017

Please, stop concluding your assessments of mass murders with the idea that greater mental health service availability would have kept a terrorist from committing the act. While an increase in accessibility...

Pictured above is a memorial for the victims of Sundays shooting in Las Vegas. Campus life editor Leziga Barikor urges readers to appreciate life and to make an effort every day to display kindness to others.

Responding to tragedy with kindness

LEZIGA BARIKOR, Campus Life Editor | [email protected] Oct 5, 2017

In light of recent news, I think it’s time I told you guys about Roger. Oct. 1 ended in one of the worst tragedies in American history that I can actually remember. On 9/11, hearing the “where I was...

Opinion columnist Brenna Wolfe says that attendance policies can take a toll on students physical and mental health.

Attendance policies hurt students

BRENNA WOLFE, Opinion Columnist Oct 2, 2017

To require attendance or not to require attendance. That is the question that every faculty member has to answer. Some choose to have lenient policies that allow multiple absences. Others follow a strict...

Opinion columnist Cristian Ortiz urges students to take advantage of their time at UNI.

Making the most of college

CRISTIAN ORTIZ, Opinion Columnist Sep 28, 2017

Let me start off by saying this: Life is short, time is fleeting and the moments go by way too fast. We are all on a journey here at UNI. Each day is a different adventure, and every breath is a second...

Opinion columnist Brenna Wolfe discusses veganism and some of the benefits that come with a vegan diet.

Health and environmental benefits of veganism

BRENNA WOLFE, Opinion Columnist Sep 28, 2017

What is veganism? Veganism is a lifestyle of abstaining from the use of animal products, particularly in diet, and an associated philosophy that rejects the commodity status of animals. Having a vegan...

UNI Student Wellness Services pens a guest column offering safety tips and advice to students who plan on drinking alcohol during Homecoming week in early October.

Safe decisions during Homecoming

Sep 25, 2017

Editor’s note: The following is a guest column written by UNI Student Wellness Services. The leaves are changing, the temperature is fluctuating, pumpkin flavor is on every menu and watching Panther...

Opinion columnist Cristian Ortiz says its possible to be healthy while eating at UNIs dining centers by focusing on moderation.

Eating healthy at the dining centers

CRISTIAN ORTIZ, Opinion Columnist Sep 21, 2017

Freshmen, I’m sure you’ve heard of the “Freshmen 15.” Upperclassmen, you may have actually experienced it, or may even still be experiencing it. Let me tell you: I’m definitely still experiencing...

Opinion columnist Abbi Cobb urges legislators to challenge multibillion dollar increases in military spending.

Military spending overshadows education

ABBI COBB, Opinion Columnist Sep 21, 2017

I have spent countless hours gawking at the phenomenal intricacies found in the rotundas and chambers of the Iowa State Capitol Building. And despite the infinite number of details to choose from, my absolute...

Art director Iris Frasher questions the value of UNIs student health center, which she says is understaffed and underfunded.

Mental health initiatives misguided

IRIS FRASHER, Art Director Sep 18, 2017

I will preface this by saying that I have been at the Northern Iowan (NI) for four years — this is my ninth semester being a staff member here (super seniors unite!). In all of this time, I have not...

Opinion columnist responds to a previous column about the rescinding of DACA, referring to deporrtations as cruel and barbarous.

Columnist responds to DACA opinion piece

BRENNA WOLFE, Opinion Columnist Sep 18, 2017

This column is partly my commentary on the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program and partly a response to Leziga Barikor’s opinion column, “DACA: Failure from the start.” I appreciate...

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