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CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN, Executive Editor

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A student holds up a handmade sign in support of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion programs.

Regents approve DEI recommendations

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN, Executive Editor
Nov 19, 2023
Students gathered in front of The Commons today as the Iowa Board of Regents met to deliberate about a DEI report that makes recommendations about various DEI resources and programs on campus.

Students express support for DEI program in protest

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN, Executive Editor
Nov 15, 2023
BSU Vice President Celia Emunah (pictured left) and BSU President Randy Whitfield (pictured right) table for BSU at the beginning of the semester. Both Emunah and Whitfield hope Melanin Week will help support and encourage students of color on campus.

“See My Color”

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN, Executive Editor
Nov 15, 2023
The Iowa Board of Regents will be presented with a report about 2023 fall enrollment at their meeting on Thurs- day. The section in purple on the graph above shows UNI’s enrollment numbers.

Board of Regents to meet

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN, Executive Editor
Nov 15, 2023
International students wear the flags of their home countries as they prepare to compete in the CATS Traditions Challenge Amazing Race during the week of Homecoming.

Breaking barriers, building bridges

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN, Executive Editor
Nov 8, 2023
A UNI student was arrested Wednesday morning for allegedly using a student organization debit card for personal expenses.

BREAKING: Student arrested for theft from student org

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN and MALLORY SCHMITZ
Nov 1, 2023
Walter Burtis, pictured left, is running for Cedar Falls mayor. Burtis and his family have lived in Cedar Falls since 2000. He opened his first business in Cedar Falls in 2017, and has opened several other businesses since. Danny Laudick, pictured right, is running for Cedar Falls mayor. A Cedar Falls native, he graduated from UNI with a degree in Business Economics and has founded several businesses and community initiatives in the Cedar Valley.

Use your vote Nov. 7

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN, Executive Editor
Nov 1, 2023

Basking in the Candlelight

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN and ERIN MCRAE
Oct 26, 2023
Maas anchors a weekend morning show at KWWL. Maas is an alum of UNI and was the Executive Editor of the Northern Iowan from 2020-2021.

On air with KWWL’s Emma’le Maas

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN, Executive Editor
Oct 18, 2023
The International Club of Business Students, pictured at a Business Visit Day Oct. 6.

ICBS makes their mark

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN, Executive Editor
Oct 18, 2023
The City Council and Mayoral debates were moderated by Jayme Renfro, a University of Northern Iowa political science professor and Andy Milone, a City Government Reporter for the Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier.

Cedar Falls’ candidates debate and discuss issues

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN and MALLORY SCHMITZ
Oct 15, 2023
Larry Yazzie of the Meskwaki Nation performs at UNI in celebration of a new cooperative mission between UNI and the Meskwaki in 2021. The newly formed Indigenous Student Organization hopes to educate the campus community about Indigenous cultures and communities.

The importance of Indigenous stories

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN, Executive Editor
Oct 11, 2023
Blazing the trail

Blazing the trail

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN, Executive Editor
Oct 11, 2023
A photo by Meadow Olsen from last year’s exhibit. Students can submit photography as part of the exhibition.

C.H.A.N.G.E. Exhibit seeking student submissions

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN, Executive Editor
Oct 4, 2023
A model of the set design for “Morris Micklewhite and the Tangerine Dress.” UNI alum Dylan Nicole Martin hopes this production will inspire people to create safe spaces for young people.

Panther Profile: Dylan Nicole Martin

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN, Executive Editor
Oct 4, 2023
Moussa Barry is a Fulbright Scholar who hails from Burkina Faso, West Africa.

Panther Profile: Moussa Barry

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN, Executive Editor
Sep 27, 2023
The third annual Harvest Conference will be held in Maucker Union this Thursday, Sept. 28.

Reset, refocus, renew

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN, Executive Editor
Sep 26, 2023
The third annual Harvest Conference will be held in Maucker Union this Thursday, Sept. 28.

Reiniciarse, reenforcarse, renovarse

KARINA ORTIZ and CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN
Sep 26, 2023
Former UNI students admire one of the cannons in front of Lang Hall. Photo courtesy of UNI Special Collections

The history behind Lang Hall’s cannons

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN, Executive Editor
Sep 20, 2023
Students crowded into the Panther Mayhem student section for the home-opener football game on Sept. 9. Panther Mayhem as an organization is active for the first time this year since the COVID-19 pandemic.

Return of the Mayhem

ADAM JOHNSON and CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN
Sep 20, 2023
As temperatures reached 105 degrees Aug. 23, students in non-air conditioned dorms like Bender Hall relied on opening windows and placing fans throughout their rooms. Many still did not find relief, adding to first-week stresses.

Students without AC desperate for relief

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN, Executive Editor
Sep 13, 2023
UNI President Mark Nook discussed the future of the university in an exclusive interview with the Northern Iowan.

President Nook looks to the future

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN, Executive Editor
Sep 5, 2023
Feel free to disagree: Reflecting on Free Speech

Feel free to disagree: Reflecting on Free Speech

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN, Executive Editor
Aug 30, 2023
Executive editor looks to uplifting year

Executive editor looks to uplifting year

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN, Executive Editor
Aug 26, 2023

An Open Letter to Iowa’s State Legislators Concerning Abortion and Women’s Healthcare

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN, Executive Editor
Apr 26, 2023
The vandalism first appeared early last week. The name Mack Brightman was written on the lower abdomen of the lowest acrobat on the sculpture. The name has since been removed.

Acrobats sculpture vandalized, restored

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN, Executive Editor
Apr 19, 2023
As part of the Pride Week celebrations, Maucker Union displayed various pride flags in the coffeehouse area.

UNI celebrates LGBTQ+ community with Pride Week

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN, Executive Editor
Apr 10, 2023
The blue safety poles were originally installed in high-traffic areas on campus in the ‘90s. Since the introduction of cell phones, the blue phones have had very little usage. The transition to the Rave Guardian app reflects an effort to keep up with changing technology to best serve student safety.

Blue safety phones to be removed

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN, Executive Editor
Apr 2, 2023
With this federal grant, UNI hopes to help address the shortage of school psychologists in Iowa schools. The recommended ratio of school psychologists to students is one to 500, while Iowa’s current ratio is about one to 1,800 or 1,900, some regions having a much higher disparity.

UNI receives $2.5 million federal grant for mental health access

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN, Executive Editor
Mar 22, 2023
After a year of fundraising, UNI Dance Marathon celebrated their fundraising with their annnual Big Event. After 12 hours of standing, the grand total of $128,063.12 was revealed, which will be used to provide 10,671 meals for families at the Iowa Stead Family Children’s Hospital.

Dancing for a chance

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN, Executive Editor
Mar 19, 2023
The What Were You Wearing? exhibit aims to educate people that sexual assault can happen to anyone at any time, no matter what they may be wearing. This photo shows submissions from previous years, ranging from a dress to a sweatshirt and sweatpants.

“What Were You Wearing” exhibit aims to spread sexual assault awareness

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN, Executive Editor
Feb 22, 2023
After unexpectedly ending in May of 2022, Adventure Trips resume this spring with opportunities for students to go backpacking, climbing, skiing and more. The program plans to take students on a ski trip to the Mines of Spain near Dubuque this year, a favorite destination from years past.

Adventure Trips back in action

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN, Executive Editor
Feb 6, 2023
The College Tour team filmed on campus this fall, capturing 10 students unique experiences at UNI along with plenty of footage in iconic campus spaces.

UNI to be featured in “The College Tour”

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN, Executive Editor
Feb 2, 2023
Julie Ann certainly made a significant impact on students, Rob Library and the entire UNI community.

Remembering Julie Ann

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN, Executive Editor
Jan 23, 2023
The silence of the campanile has been daunting, but soon campus will hear the familiar sound of bells ringing again.

Campanile comeback:

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN, Executive Editor
Dec 4, 2022

International Education Week kicks off

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN , Executive Editor
Nov 15, 2022
UNI aloja a muchos estudiantes de diferentes partes del mundo. Hace dos semanas se dedicó una semana para celebrar las diferentes culturas de los estudiantes internacionales así como con el resto de los estudiantes para compartir las costumbres y tradiciones de cada país.

Experiences of international students

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN, Executive Editor
Nov 15, 2022
Gov. Kim Reynolds is up for re-election on Nov. 8. She has elicited many different opinions from Iowans during her time as governor due to her handling of the COVID-19 pandemic and her stance on abortion.

Meet the candidates: midterm edition

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN, Executive Editor
Nov 2, 2022
Bohls donation was announced during the Homecoming football game on Oct. 8. Bohl graduated from UNI in 1962 with a degree in mathematics before starting a career in the computer field with IBM.

Former Panther gifts $5 million

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN, Executive Editor
Oct 26, 2022
For a full list of events and details, visit https://familyweekend.uni.edu.

Panther families celebrate Family Weekend

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN, Executive Editor
Oct 19, 2022
UNI junior Jon Klippenstein competed on season 14 of American Ninja Warrior, which aired in June 2022. He advanced onto the second round of the competition due to his fast time before being eliminated.

UNI students compete on ‘American Ninja Warrior’

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN, Executive Editor
Oct 9, 2022

Ding dong: New bells cast during Our Tomorrow campaign launch

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN, Executive Editor
Oct 9, 2022
The Verdin Company will be casting seven new bells on Oct. 6. It is the same company that upgraded the carillon in 1968, and they absorbed the company that cast the original bells in 1929.

Campanile upgrades commence

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN, Executive Editor
Oct 2, 2022
The UNI Outdoors Adventure Trips Program was cut in May 2022. The program allowed students, faculty, and community members to experience outdoor recreation in Americas backcountry, such as the Mines of Spain in Dubuque where the group above took a ski trip in 2021.

Adventure Trips meets abrupt end

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN, Executive Editor
Sep 19, 2022
MercyOne Cedar Falls OB/GYN on Bluebell Road offers birth control counseling along with pregnancy services available throughout the entire pregnancy.

New women’s health clinic opens in Cedar Falls

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN, Executive Editor
Sep 7, 2022
The Botanical Center is the perfect spot to eat your grilled cheese sandwich from the Book Bistro; grab your partner and experience a snippet of the tropical life.

A night out on campus

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN, Executive Editor
Aug 31, 2022
The roof of the ITTC, originally constructed in 1903 as the womens gymnasium, is currently undergoing extensive construction on the roof to repair leaks. The project is set to be complete in August 2023.

Construction in motion on campus

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN, Executive Editor
Aug 29, 2022

Parking Guide 101

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN, Executive Editor
Aug 25, 2022
Students have expressed frustration over lack of faculty in the Construction Management program.

Lack of professors prompts outcry from students, alumni

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN, Executive Editor
May 5, 2022
Heather Harbach, pictured above, is the new VP of Student Life.

Heather Harbach begins as new VP of Student Life

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN, Executive Editor
May 5, 2022
Philip Glass production of Akhaten at the Metropolitan Opera.

UNI voice professor wins Grammy

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN, Executive Editor
Apr 18, 2022
One of the main benefits of an undergraduate pursuing the 4+1 program is utilizing undergraduate scholarships, grants and financial aid.

[Photo] UNI offers new 4+1 graduate program

Apr 14, 2022
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat: boasts local talent in their upcoming production.

Local theatre thrives in upcoming musical

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN, Executive Editor
Apr 11, 2022
The Ukrainian city of Ivano Frankivsk is where UNI professor Oksana Grybovych Hafermann is originally from. Hafermann settled in the United States 18 years ago.

Ukrainian UNI professor weighs in on war in her home country

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN, Executive Editor
Apr 7, 2022
Jane Mertesdorf founded UNIs first softball program in 1970. Her teams went on to win numerous state titles and a national title in 1977.

Jane Mertesdorf: Founder of UNI Softball

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN, Executive Editor
Mar 28, 2022
Colleen Mulholland will begin her work immediately as the official Dean of the College of Education.

College of Ed Dean announced

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN, Executive Editor
Mar 21, 2022
Lawther Hall was built in 1939 and was dedicated in Anna Lawthers honor in 1940. Lawther Hall was used as a womens dormitory for years before becoming co-ed.

The women who made UNI

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN, Executive Editor
Mar 21, 2022
UNI Dance Marathon raised $150,895.11 for the Stead Family Childrens Hospital. Dance Marathons platform read, Thank you again for an incredible year and event. We couldnt do what we do without you. Were excited for more memories and miracle making next year.

Making miracles at Dance Marathon

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN, Executive Editor
Mar 7, 2022
Marion McFarland Walker (1861-1957)

The women who made UNI

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN, Executive Editor
Mar 7, 2022
In writing this article, the Northern Iowan spoke with 15 current and former RAs on and off the record.

R(A)eality of being an RA

OLIVIA BRUNSTING and CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN
Mar 3, 2022
Fight for historical campus buildings continue

Fight for historical campus buildings continue

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN, Executive Editor
Feb 14, 2022
Students will have the opportunity to connect with potential employers and grad schools Feb. 15 at the. spring Career Fair.

Spring into the 2022 Career Fair

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN, Executive Editor
Feb 14, 2022
Heather Harbach, is a final candidate for the VP for Student Life position.

Meet the candidates: VP for Student Life

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN, Executive Editor
Feb 14, 2022
Brandon Javon Mitchell was arrested on charges of attempted murder among other charges.

Update on shots fired on the hill

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN, Executive Editor
Feb 8, 2022

Person killed on the hill

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN, Executive Editor
Feb 7, 2022
May Nark Mook live on in our memories. Rest in peace, Nark. You will be missed.

Rest in peace Nark Mook

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN, Executive Editor
Jan 31, 2022
Meet the candidates: College of Education Dean

Meet the candidates: College of Education Dean

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN, Executive Editor
Jan 31, 2022
UNI Opera will perform Dido and Aeneas this Saturday and Sunday in the Great Hall in Gallagher Bluedorn.

A night at the opera

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN, Executive Editor
Jan 27, 2022
Raygun, the locally famous t-shirt shop offering midwest themed witty merchandise, will open a location on Cedar Falls Main Street.

Raygun to open location in Cedar Falls

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN, Executive Editor
Jan 24, 2022
59% of the students at UNI are women and should receive free access to tampons or pads in restrooms.

Why we need to free the tampon

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN, Executive Editor
Jan 24, 2022
Tom Cullen (pictured above, center), talks with audience members after the screening of Storm Lake.

Local journalism thrives in ‘Storm Lake’

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN, Executive Editor
Dec 6, 2021
Campbell Hall continues to remain a quarantine dorm although low numbers of students have had to quarantine in Campbell this semester.

Campbell Hall cast away

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN, Executive Editor
Dec 2, 2021
Cedar Falls mayoral runoff election had over 6,000 votes cast, with Green receiving the majority.

Cedar Falls runoff election results

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN, Executive Editor
Dec 2, 2021
UNI is projecting an increase in enrollment to about 10,821 students by 2026.

UNI enrollment projected to increase within 5 years

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN, Executive Editor
Nov 29, 2021
The theatre department is facing limited resources, but the department will not experience closure.

‘Theatre is not going anywhere’

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN, Executive Editor
Nov 18, 2021
Cedar Falls prepares for contested mayoral, city council runoff races

Cedar Falls prepares for contested mayoral, city council runoff races

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN, Executive Editor
Nov 15, 2021
The Honors Cottage and Alumni House (above) has been saved from demolition for now.

Alumni House, Honors Cottage saved from demolition at BOR meeting

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN, Executive Editor
Nov 8, 2021
The Honors Cottage (above) has been requested by UNI to be demolished.

UNI to propose demolition of two campus buildings

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN, Executive Editor
Nov 4, 2021
The Northern Iowa Symphony Orchestra presented their Fall Spotlight Series concert performances Friday evening.

UNI orchestra presents fall concert

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN, Executive Editor
Nov 1, 2021
Graduation Fair prepares Panthers

Graduation Fair prepares Panthers

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN, Executive Editor
Oct 28, 2021
The Tea Cellar offers a variety of fall flavored desserts and teas to get in the autumn spirit.

Local businesses offer autumn festive fun

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN, Executive Editor
Oct 18, 2021
Students of OKane, faculty and administration meet the discuss issues concerning OKane removal from the classroom.

UNI continues to grapple with O’Kane removal

NIXSON BENITEZ, THEO ALDER, and CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN
Oct 14, 2021
Above is a proposed schematic design of the main north entrance oft he ITC.

Industrial Technology Center to be modernized

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN, Executive Editor
Oct 7, 2021
In 1920 the Iowa State Teachers College had its first homecoming football game against Parsons College, winning 14-0.

Let the good times roar

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN, Executive Editor
Sep 30, 2021
Evangelical preacher Sister Cindy visited campus Friday and spoke to a crowd of students on Lawther Field. Her husband, Brother Jed, is pictured in the background.

Sister Cindy visits campus

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN and Karla DeBruin
Sep 27, 2021

Women deserve reproductive freedom

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN, Executive Editor
Sep 23, 2021
President Mark Nook plans to return to his office Sept. 7 after a back surgery.

Nook recovers from surgery

DIAMOND ROUNDTREE and CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN
Sep 2, 2021
Rialto and Piazza have had to adjust procedures in order to compensate for lack of employees. Some changes include disposable dish ware and dine-out only from 7-9pm.

Dining centers struggle to find employees for new semester

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN, Executive Editor
Sep 2, 2021

United Faculty challenges lack of COVID-19 safety procedures

NIXSON BENITEZ and CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN
Aug 26, 2021
Students in the UNI Opera department presented a virtual performance on Tuesday, April 27.

UNI Opera students present “In The Studio”

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN, Executive Editor
Apr 29, 2021
UNI Jazz Studies shared a collection of pieces at their outdoor concert on Friday, April 23.

Jazz Studies presents outdoor concert

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN, Executive Editor
Apr 26, 2021
Freshman orientation will once again be held virtually this upcoming year, but UNI Now will still offer in-person events to help students get to know one another and UNI.

Online orientation returns with changes

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN, Executive Editor
Apr 22, 2021
Diane Hensley looks forward to visiting family more often, spending time with her cats and continuing to volunteer in her retirement.

UNI employee departs after 40 years

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN, Executive Editor
Apr 15, 2021
Three UNI students have partnered with the Fox Alliance Nonprofit Organization to help increase inclusivity for members of the Meskwaki tribe.

UNI students partner with Meskwaki nonprofit

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN, Executive Editor
Apr 8, 2021
Senior Anne Gradoville holds up her Moderna vaccine after she was vaccinated while working at UnityPoint Hospital in Des Moines.

Vaccinated Panthers share their stories

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN, Executive Editor
Mar 25, 2021
Students looking for a self-esteem boost can look to the CMEs compliment wall located upstairs in Maucker Union.

CMA inspires students with compliment wall

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN, Executive Editor
Mar 22, 2021
UNI to host HLC for site visit

UNI to host HLC for site visit

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN, Executive Editor
Mar 15, 2021
The UNI-Dome is set to be the location of three separate in-person commencement ceremonies this spring.

Spring commencement moves in-person

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN, Executive Editor
Mar 4, 2021
Comedians Orlando Leyba and Tammy Pescatelli will be showcasing their comedic talents at GBPAC later this month.

Laugh it up at GBPAC comedy night

CAROLINE CHRISTENSEN, Executive Editor
Mar 4, 2021
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