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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

Panther soccer knocked off their conference rivals Illinois State with a 2-1 overtime victory this past Saturday.

Panther women beat RedBirds in overtime, 2-1

HUNTER FRIESEN Oct 7, 2021

The UNI women’s soccer team celebrated Alumni Day this past Saturday as they hosted Illinois State in the second game of the conference-only portion of their schedule. After the previous week’s devastating...

The Panthers fell in straight sets to their in-state rivals Drake at home last Friday night. They will look to rebound on Monday, Oct. 4 on the road at Loyola Chicago.

UNI falls to Drake in straight sets

DAVID WARRINGTON, Sports Editor Oct 4, 2021

This past Friday, Oct. 1, the UNI volleyball team concluded a three-match conference homestand, hosting their in-state rivals Drake University at the McLeod Center. UNI came in with a 6-9 record on the...

The impact of the new NIL rules on collegiate athletics

DEVON CANTY Oct 4, 2021

On July 1, 2021, the NCAA Division 1 board of directors passed a policy allowing student athletes to be compensated for their name, image and likeness, (NIL).  This new rule will now allow student athletes...

UNI quarterback Theo Daly has lead the Panthers to two victories so far this season. He will be back to add a third on Saturday against Youngstown State.

UNI preps for homecoming game vs. Youngstown State

DAVID WARRINGTON, Sports Editor Sep 30, 2021

In a year full of canceled events and adjusted schedules, homecoming was no different at the University of Northern Iowa in 2020. With the cancellation of the fall football season also came the cancellation...

Panther golf competes at Zach Johnson Invitational

DEVON CANTY Sep 30, 2021

The UNI men’s golf team traveled to Des Moines for the Zach Johnson Invitational on Monday, Sept. 27 and Tuesday, Sept. 28. The Zach Johnson Invitational is a prestigious tournament that is held by local...

Sports writer Drew Hill discusses why he believes that the College Football Playoff should be expanded.

Should the College Football Playoff be expanded?

DREW HILL, Opinion Columnist Sep 30, 2021

In early June, a 12-team playoff format was proposed by a subgroup from the College Football Playoff (CFP) management committee. This new plan would build on the current four team format and give spots...

UNI defeated Bradley in their MVC opener on Friday but fall to Illinois State on Saturday.

UNI wins MVC opener vs Bradley, falls to Redbirds

DREW HILL, Opinion Columnist Sep 27, 2021

    The UNI women’s volleyball team played its first Missouri Valley Conference game against the Bradley Braves on Friday. The Panthers entered the game 5-8 coming off a loss against Marquette in their...

Panthers fall to Ramblers 3-0 in Saturday road match

DEVON CANTY Sep 27, 2021

The UNI women’s soccer team was shutout on the road by the Loyola Ramblers on Saturday afternoon, losing 3-0. The last meeting between these two teams in the spring of 2021 resulted in a tie. This loss...

MLB playoff picture: What to watch for as postseason nears

HUNTER FRIESEN Sep 27, 2021

The changing of the leaves and the cooling of the temperature signify the end of summer and the beginning of fall. For some that means days at the pumpkin patch, baking delectable desserts and raking leaves....

The UNI volleyball team defeated Texas-San Antonio but fall to Wright State and Marquette over the weekend at the Marquette tournament.

Panthers place third in Marquette tournament

HUNTER FRIESEN Sep 23, 2021

Over this past weekend, the UNI Panthers volleyball team traveled to Milwaukee, Wis. for the 2021 Marquette Invitational, also featuring Wright State and UTSA. Before the weekend, the Panthers had a record...

Panthers men’s golf appears in Ram Masters Invitational

DREW HILL, Opinion Columnist Sep 23, 2021

   The UNI men’s golf team hit the road this week to play in the 2021 Ram Masters Invitational in Colorado. This tournament was hosted by Colorado State at the Fort Collins Country Club (FCCC). The...

The UNI mens basketball will return several key players from a year ago, including AJ Green and Tywhon Pickford (pictured aboce).

UNI men’s basketball releases 2021-22 schedule

DAVID WARRINGTON, Sports Editor Sep 23, 2021

After finishing 10-15 in what many would consider a disappointing season in 2020-21, the UNI Panthers men’s basketball team is ready to once again prove themselves as one of the top teams in the Missouri...

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