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After two years as the sports editor for the Northern Iowan, Colin Horning says farewell to the NIs readers, and gives thanks to those he has worked with.

[Photo] Sports editor bids farewell

May 5, 2022
Since the dining centers have used Zoopals plates, an unprecedented improvement in mental health and moral has been reported.

[Photo] Dining halls introduce latest in dishware saga: Zoopals

March 31, 2022

Allies successors in new greenhouse seem unaware of danger

March 31, 2022

Animals make greenhouse like a zoo

March 31, 2022
The old ad had fallen into dispair over its 90 year standing. Many student organizations attempted to save the old ad before its demolition in Sept. 7, 1984.

Adieu to the Old Ad

March 28, 2022
The womens softball team in 1973 was composed of 20 young women coached by Jane Mertesdorf.

Women’s softball looks promising

March 28, 2022
The Panthers shook the college basketball scene by defeating No. 1 ranked Kansas University Jayhawks.

UNI shocks No. 1 ranked Kansas

February 28, 2022
Speedo Man, a UNI tradition, made an appearance at the basketball game against Loyola.

Speedo man stirs up school spirit

February 28, 2022
Students, faculty and alumni spent Tuesday afternoon talking with corporate representatives at the 10th annual Career Fair.

UNI holds 10th annual career fair in the UNI-Dome

February 17, 2022
Students will have the opportunity to connect with potential employers and grad schools Feb. 15 at the. spring Career Fair.

[Photo] Spring into the 2022 Career Fair

February 14, 2022

Trainers five athletes TLC

February 14, 2022

Ghastly creatures haunting UNI

February 7, 2022

EMCEC: new understanding

February 3, 2022
Musical Icon Willie Nelson performs live at the UNI-Dome 1978.

Willie’s time has come

January 27, 2022

U2 performs in UNI-Dome

January 27, 2022
Dining centers at UNI and other college campuses around the country are struggling to find an adequate number of staff.

[Photo] Behind the empty lunch counter

January 24, 2022
Performing at the UNI-Dome in was The Who on Oct. 22, 1982. The original members include Pete Townshend (left) and Rodger Daltry (right).

‘Who’ takes Dome by storm

January 24, 2022
UNI ceramic students hosted their pottery sale Friday and Saturday.

[Photo] Firing up again: Holiday pottery sale

December 6, 2021
Last year the Student Health Center stopped offering free STD testing, instead directing students to the Black Hawk County Health Department.

[Photo] Students still concerned about lack of free STD testing on campus

December 6, 2021
Campbell Hall continues to remain a quarantine dorm although low numbers of students have had to quarantine in Campbell this semester.

[Photo] Campbell Hall cast away

December 2, 2021
The Commons opened on Sept. 10, 1933. This article features the new facility.

New Commons to be ready for fall term

December 2, 2021
Nook recently met with state legislators along with other presidents.

[Photo] UNI enrollment projected to increase within 5 years

November 29, 2021
Over the course of UNIs history enrollment has had a roller coaster effect.

Northern Iowa students overwhelmingly from Iowa

November 29, 2021
The Center for Multicultural Education plans to provide hot wings and conversation regarding international education Wednesday from 12-1 p.m.

[Photo] International Education Week kicks off with festivities, food and fun

November 15, 2021
This archived story discusses traveling during the holidays in the midwest during the 80s.

Traveling home for the holidays

November 15, 2021
Some arts on campus include Orchesis (above), Illuminate Dance Troupe, TheatreUNI and so many more.

The arts go underappreciated

November 11, 2021
The stage and auditorium right after completion in 1978.

Strayer-Wood: Unbelievable

November 11, 2021

Central Hall

November 8, 2021
In 1937, the new edition of a pool on the west side of the East Gymnasium was completed

New $60,000 gymnasium

November 4, 2021
The Presidents Cottage was completed in 1891. The first family to live in the house was President Seerley, pictured above.

The President’s Cottage

November 1, 2021
According to the Rod Library, this is an early photo of the Superintendents House taken between 1907 and 1915. It was built for the Superintendent of Buildings and Grounds.

UNI’s Home Management House: more than just a classroom

October 25, 2021
This sketch was released on May 18, 1971, during the planning of the new feature added in Schindler.

New education center features media system

October 21, 2021
As the university enters the half way mark of the 2021 fall semester, it is important you balance your wellbeing.

[Photo] In pursuit of good health from daily stressors

October 18, 2021
The Dome is ready to become a reality. This photo is from Nov. 4, 1975. This is a picture of the UNI-Dome deflated taken on the northwest corner.

Name the UNI-Dome in 1975

October 14, 2021
Family Weekend will take place Friday, Oct. 15-17. Numerous events and activities will be going on around campus to engage Panther families in campus life.

[Photo] Family Weekend returns

October 11, 2021
The Clothesline Project will be a three day event held on campus. Students are encouraged to participate by going to tables set up in the Union from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. and write messages on T-shirts of their own experience or messages of encouragement and solidarity.

[Photo] Clothesline Project returns to UNI

October 11, 2021
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Our Progress

October 11, 2021
Bartlett Hall was one of the first dorms and was where the women lived. After they took down Baker Hall they moved a lot of departments into Bartlett. In 2018 they re-opened Bartlett as offices in the whole building.

Bartlett Hall – From the NI archives

October 7, 2021
The College Eye was UNIs newspaper until 1968 when it changed to The Northern Iowan.

[Photo] T.C. to celebrate eighth homecoming

September 30, 2021

Employers seek skills, not majors

September 27, 2021
UNI created a 10-year contract with Coca-Cola in 2018. The contract helps increase revenue for the university.

[Photo] UNI’s contract with Coke, Atlantic Bottling

September 23, 2021
The PMB looks forward to their first home game performance in the UNI-Dome Sept. 18.

[Photo] Marching band kicks off season after COVID-19

September 13, 2021
The College Hill Farmers Market offers a variety of fruits and vegetables for the community.

[Photo] Why buy local? Benefits of the College Hill Farmers Market

September 13, 2021
President Mark Nook plans to return to his office Sept. 7 after a back surgery.

[Photo] Nook recovers from surgery

September 2, 2021
UNI quarterback Will McElvain takes the snap against Iowa State during the last time the two in-state rivals met back on Aug. 31, 2019. Iowa State eventually prevailed in the game, 29-26. The Panthers will look to pull off the upset this time on Sept. 4.

[Photo] Panther face big test at Iowa State in week 1

August 30, 2021
Free COVID-19 vaccinations are available at the Student Health Center by walk-in or appointment at (319)273-2100.

[Photo] Vaccination clinic bookstore giftcard available for students

August 26, 2021
Coats, gloves and other articles of winter clothing are available for free in the ISSO.

[Photo] Winter clothing available in ISSO

March 4, 2021
The Northern Iowa Symphony Orchestra performed their annual winter concert on Friday, Feb. 26.

[Photo] Symphony Orchestra holds winter concert

March 1, 2021
For the first time, UNIs Teacher Fair will be taking a digital approach due to COVID-19.

[Photo] 2021 Teacher Fair to take place virtually

February 25, 2021
WIth COVID-19 putting mass gatherings on hold, some have been wondering what will happen to Dance Marathons Big Event.

[Photo] Dance Marathon sees changes amid COVID-19

February 22, 2021
The Tallcorn Jazz Festival will be taking a virtual approach this year due to COVID-19.

[Photo] Tallcorn Jazz Fest goes virtual

February 18, 2021
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[Photo] Job opportunities abound at Explore-A-Ganza

February 15, 2021
In a world affected by COVID-19, organizations like CAB have had to alter the way they conduct public events.

[Photo] CAB reinvents schedule amid COVID-19

February 11, 2021
Provost Jim Wohlpart addresses students, administration, faculty and staff at a Nov. 2015 meeting discussing discrimination and systemic racism on campus. Wohlpart will leave UNI in June to become the next president of Central Washington University.

[Photo] Provost Wohlpart parts with UNI

February 1, 2021
Multiple UNI students discuss how they will be spending their extended winter break.

[Photo] Students plan for a long winter break

November 19, 2020
The womens and Gender Studies department will be hosting a candlelight vigil this Friday for Transgender Day of Remembrance.

[Photo] Recognizing Transgender Day of Remembrance at UNI

November 19, 2020
Although Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds recently tightened restrictions for youth and high school sporting events, the UNI-Dome will still host the IHSSA football semifinals and finals as planned prior to the proclamation.

[Photo] UNI to host IHSAA games as planned

November 12, 2020
The annual Clothesline Project will take place virtually during the week of Oct. 19.

[Photo] Virtual clothesline project brings awareness to abuse

October 19, 2020
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[Photo] UNI questions future of diversity trainings in wake of executive order

October 12, 2020
The Fall 2020 Graduation Fair will hold a multitude of virtual and in-person events.

[Photo] Fall 2020 Graduation Fair kicks off this week

October 12, 2020
Clouded in uncertainty midst a pandemic, the Missouri Valley Conference releases schedules for both the mens and womens side.

[Photo] MVC releases schedules for conference play

September 24, 2020
The UNI Dome has been designated as a voting site for all residents of Black Hawk County. The stadium will be used both for early voting from Oct. 6-8 and general voting on Election Day, Nov. 3.

[Photo] UNI-Dome to become voting site

September 24, 2020
TheatreUNI directing course is asking students of all majors to submit virtual auditions for the 10-minute plays, as opposed to the typical in-person format due to COVID-19. Specific rules have been implemented to reduce the spread, such as no touching.

[Photo] Theatre UNI holding 10-minute play auditions

September 24, 2020
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[Photo] Study Abroad Fair goes virtual

September 17, 2020
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[Photo] Doug Shaw shares the comedy of math

September 14, 2020

[Photo] Panel spotlights health care careers

September 8, 2020
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[Photo] Douglas Shaw shares how to tell a joke

September 8, 2020
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[Photo] Living on campus in a post-COVID world

August 24, 2020
UNI alum and filmmaker Brendon Leonard mingles with attendees of 2019’s MountainFilm On Tour at UNI.

[Photo] ‘MountainFilm’ event to be held

March 2, 2020
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[Photo] UNI to host Tallcorn Jazz Festival

February 20, 2020
On Sunday, Feb. 16, UNI students are invited to participate in a Ninja Warrior competition at Ninja U. Contact Cindy Klatt at cynthia.klatt@uni.edu to sign up.

[Photo] Ninja U to host “Ninja Warrior” competition

February 13, 2020
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[Photo] Legaspi says farewell as CL editor

February 6, 2020
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[Photo] Ending the stigma: You Matter Week at UNI

January 27, 2020
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[Photo] Panthers avenge Jackrabbits 13-10

December 9, 2019
Opinion Columnist Kevin Wiggins pens his farewell column at the Northern Iowan and offers advice to his younger self and others.

[Photo] Columnist Wiggins bids farewell

December 9, 2019
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[Photo] UNI, DMACC announce partnership

November 11, 2019
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[Photo] Late meals and weekend hours return

October 17, 2019
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[Photo] Panthers fall at North Dakota State

October 14, 2019
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[Photo] Celebrating LGBTQ+ History Month

October 14, 2019
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[Photo] Counseling Center sees policy change

October 7, 2019
Opinion Columnist Abigail Bennethum expresses why Iowa needs to do better in regards to mental health. The UNI Counseling Center recently cut counseling sessions down to five per year due to budget cuts.

[Photo] Mental health deserves more

October 7, 2019
Kamala Harris addresses students during a campus visit in October of 2018. The California senator and 2020 presidential candidate will return to UNI on Friday, Sept. 20.

[Photo] Kamala Harris to return to UNI

September 19, 2019
Opinion Writer Colin Horning addresses preconceived notions regarding Greek Life organizations. Two men participate in Sigma Phi Epsilons See-SAAW event in April.

[Photo] The misconceptions of Greek life

September 12, 2019
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[Photo] Bernie Sanders to return to UNI

September 5, 2019
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