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The student news site of the University of Northern Iowa

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All content by CRISTIAN ORTIZ
Opinion columnist Cristian Ortiz explores the power of storytelling and the ubiquity of stories in our daily lives.

The power of story in our lives

April 16, 2018
Frances McDormand won the Academy Award for Best Actress on Sunday night for her role in Three Billboards outside Ebbing, Missouri.

Columnists react to Oscars

March 8, 2018
Opinion columnist Cristian Ortiz discusses the commercial success and cultural impact of the new Marvel Studios film Black Panther.

Cultural impact of ‘Black Panther’

February 26, 2018
Opinion columnist Cristian Ortiz urges readers to pursue their dreams, regardless how unclear their road in life may seem.

Pursue your dreams and aspirations without relent

February 15, 2018
Pop singer Kesha performed at the 60th Annual Grammy Awards this past Sunday in honor of the Times Up movement.

Grammys hit on major social issues

February 1, 2018
Opinion columnist Cristian Ortiz takes a look at the recently announced nominees for the 90th Academy Awards, set to air Sunday, March 4.

Your Oscars nominations are in!

January 25, 2018
Opinion columnist Cristian Ortiz recaps Sundays Golden Globe Awards ceremony, where Oprah Winfrey became the first black woman to be awarded the Cecil B. DeMille Award.

Globes address sexual assault

January 11, 2018
Opinion columnist Cristian Ortiz encourages students to try the new Pocket Points app as a way to save money while attending class.

Earn money by locking phone

November 16, 2017
Opinion columnist Cristian Ortiz praises the new movie ticket subscription service MoviePass for its convenience and affordability.

MoviePass is transforming moviegoing experience

November 2, 2017
Opinion columnist Cristian Ortiz offers some advice to students who arent sure how best to celebrate Halloween this weekend.

Doing Halloween the ‘college way’

October 26, 2017
Movie producer Harvey Weinstein has recently been the subject of multiple sexual assault allegations.

Movie mogul commits sexual assault

October 12, 2017
Opinion columnist Cristian Ortiz urges students to take advantage of their time at UNI.

Making the most of college

September 28, 2017
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

September 21, 2017
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