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Northern Iowan

The student news site of the University of Northern Iowa

Northern Iowan

The student news site of the University of Northern Iowa

Northern Iowan

Managing editor greets Panther community

Managing editor greets Panther community

SOPHIE HOFFMEIER, Managing Editor Aug 26, 2023

Hey Panthers! My name is Sophie, and I am the Managing Editor for the Northern Iowan for this school year. I want to welcome you all — new and returning students — to campus! I know that these first...

Executive editor looks to uplifting year

Executive editor looks to uplifting year

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN, Executive Editor Aug 26, 2023

Hello Panthers! My name is Caroline, and I am the Executive Editor of the Northern Iowan for the 2023-24 school year. I am thrilled to welcome you to the University of Northern Iowa — a campus I have...

Students enthusiastically pack the McLeod Center for a mens basketball game.

Why should I attend a UNI sporting event?

CADEN SHEA, Sports Editor Aug 26, 2023

As the campus begins to fill with new faces and for the 2023 school year there is a question that many new students may have: How do I get involved on campus? There are many ways to get involved on campus...

UNI has a variety of resources, clubs and programs to help support people of color on campus.

Resources for people of color on campus

OLIVIA BRUNSTING, Staff Writer Aug 24, 2023

UNI is filled with a variety of people who come from all different walks of life. Because of this, it is crucial for the university to provide resources that allow every student to feel safe and thrive,...

Students catch some relief from the heat in front of St. Stephen the Witness Catholic Student Center on Tuesday by enjoying some walking tacos in the shade and getting misted by an inflatable dinosaur sprinkler.

Panthers sweat their paws off

MALLORY SCHMITZ, News Editor Aug 21, 2023

While the dog days of summer are technically over, Panthers are still trying to escape the heat during one of the hottest first weeks of classes in UNI history. The entire state of Iowa is under an...

The Refinery has replaced the Wok station in Piazza. While the Wok was a popular option, it was difficult to staff.

The Refinery brings allergy-friendly options to Piazza

Luke Nelson, Staff Writer Apr 23, 2023

Dining options at Piazza have heated up this semester with the addition of The Refinery. This new allergen-free station has replaced The Wok. It offers a wide variety of meals which are conscious of the...

El Proyecto Espectro vuelve a en persona en GBPAC por la primera vez desde 2020.

Traducción: GBPAC anfitrión el concierto de primavera para el Proyecto Espectro

KARINA ORTIZ, Spanish Editor Apr 23, 2023

Lauren McGuill Karina Ortiz, Editora en Español Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center alojó el concierto del Proyecto Espectro el domingo de la semana pasada 16 de abril a las 2 de la tarde....

The UNI Climate Study, conducted in fall 2022, seeks to help understand interactions on campus, especially after the COVID-19 pandemic. 3,329 responses were collected from across campus.

Climate study results released

BAILEY KLINKHAMMER, Campus Life Editor Apr 23, 2023

This past week, the UNI Climate Study was released to the public. According to the Climate Study website, “Rankin Climate, LLC, an external consulting firm specializing in action-focused climate assessments,”...

UNI produced five champions at the Jim Duncan Invitational, hosted by Drake University at Drake Stadium this past weekend.

Five champions crowned at Jim Duncan Invite

CADEN SHEA, Sports Editor Apr 19, 2023

The UNI track and field team traveled to Des Moines over the weekend as they competed in the Jim Duncan Invitational hosted by Drake. The Panthers had a great couple of days on the blue oval as five gold...

Studying in bed can strain your neck, back and hips as the soft surface encourages the body to slump and sprawl.

Ditch the bed, study productively

ABIGAIL SAATHOFF, Opinion Columnist Apr 19, 2023

When I was in high school, I came home from hours of musical, choir or show choir rehearsal and got comfortable in my bed to work on homework. Most of the time, that included turning on the television,...

El Proyecto Espectro vuelve a en persona en GBPAC por la primera vez desde 2020.

Gallagher Bluedorn hosts Spectrum Project Spring Concert

LAUREN MCGUILL, Staff Writer Apr 19, 2023

Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center hosted the Spectrum Project spring concert last weekend on Sunday, April 16 at 2 p.m. The Spectrum Project performance  combined  art, music, movement and drama...

Orchesis performa en varios eventos durante el año, incluyendo en el Men’s Varsity Glee Club Christmas Variety Show y en su performance de otoño representado por la imagen.

Traducción: Orchesis subirá al escenario en Teatro Oster Regent

Anahi Ramos, Traductora invitada Apr 19, 2023

Erin McRae, Escritora Anahi Ramos, traductora invitada. Anahi Ramos es estudiante del curso SPAN 3159 Translation for Heritage Speakers, dirigido por el Prof. Juan Carlos Castillo. La Compañía...

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