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Northern Iowan

The student news site of the University of Northern Iowa

Northern Iowan

Iowa lack of transparency

Doris Kelly, Guest Columnist Sep 25, 2022

The vexing problem of Gov. Reynolds, GOP-controlled legislature and Iowa Agencies Editor’s note: Doris Kelly is a former Iowa State Representative and served on on seveal government committees. She...

While the pandemic may be a factor in rising inflation, it has more to do with supply and demand.

Are sky-high prices bringing you down?

DREW HILL, Opinion Columnist Sep 21, 2022

The August consumer price index came out recently, and the results were not pretty. The index rose 8.3% since last year, according to Jeff Cox of CNBC. The food at home index rose 13.5%. Core inflation...

ABCs latest hit show, Abbott Elementary, is reaching those who do not typically watch network television by streaming to Hulu.

“Abbott Elementary”

BAILEY KLINKHAMMER, Campus Life Editor Sep 19, 2022

How ABC's latest hit show proves that sitcoms are not dead The American Broadcasting Company, better known as ABC, is known for several things. Among these include its news broadcasting, from morning...

We all don’t benefit equally from government aid – it’s not just student loans

Randy Evans, Guest Columnist Sep 14, 2022

Editor’s note: This article is from Iowa Capital Dispatch from Sept. 3, 2022 President Joe Biden’s decision to cancel up to $10,000 in federal student loans for many borrowers is fair game for vigorous...

As a new precedent has been set, there have been questions from the public about what the next overturn may be.

A fight for our rights

BAILEY KLINKHAMMER, Campus Life Editor Sep 7, 2022

With midterms just around the corner, it seems that abortion rights will be on the line for many Iowans It’s been 122 days since Politico published the leaked draft of Justice Samuel Alito’s majority...

Guest Columnist Vern Wensche speaks about returning the federal power to the states and back to the local people.

Reduce the reach of the government

Vern Wuensche, Guest Columnist Aug 31, 2022

Editor’s Note: Vern Wuensche has been active in Republican politics for 50  years and has written commentary published in Texas and elsewhere for a decade. He is a small town Texas farmboy with an MBA...

After 5-4 vote Dobbs v. Jackson, Roe v. Wade was overturned, ending a 50 year precedented federal protection of abortion rights. Many went out on the streets after the decision to protest against the ruling, and many continue to fight for abortion today.

In defense of Dobbs v. Jackson

DREW HILL, Opinion Columnist Aug 29, 2022

In a summer of controversial decisions, laws and resolutions, perhaps none were as controversial as the Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe w. Wade in the case Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization. Part...

Roe v. Wade is under attack (again)

Roe v. Wade is under attack (again)

BAILEY KLINKHAMMER, Campus Life Editor May 5, 2022

On Monday, Politico published a leaked draft from Justice Samuel Alito discussing the court’s decision to overturn Roe v. Wade within the case of Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization. This...

Ever since the insurrection of Jan. 6, there has been a continuous lack of confidence with U.S. elections due to the influence of social media platforms.

Misinformation is deadly. What are going to do?

Kathie Obradovich, Iowa Capitol Dispatch May 2, 2022

Editor’s note: This article is from Iowa Capital Dispatch from April. 25, 2022 Misinformation is deadly. It kills humans and democracy. All of us have some responsibility for this serious threat to...

ESG is used as a tool to identify the growth opportunities for businesses. Not all businesses use this, but this maps the area of growth and improvement.

Is ESG good for our economy?

DREW HILL, Opinion Columnist Apr 28, 2022

ESG has been popping up recently in headlines and business reports. Some states have introduced legislation to incorporate ESG scores into publicly managed funds, while other states have stopped investing...

Students have five free individual sessions at the counseling center and to schedule an initial assessment appointment.

Prioritizing mental health

ABIGAIL SAATHOFF, Opinion Columnist Apr 25, 2022

As students, it’s easy for us to become engulfed in our schoolwork and forget the importance of our own mental health. I’ve watched many fellow students stay up until four in the morning working on...

Sista Circle is a support group available for women of color who are attending the university. To learn more, contact Shantila Caston at 319-273-2676.

Community care amongst marginalized students

Lennon Janes, Opinion Columnist Apr 25, 2022

When talking about wellness while attaining higher education at UNI as well as other universities, self care is often emphasized for maintaining one’s personal wellbeing. However, there is another type...

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