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Morale captians work to bring more excitment to Dance Marathon, including where they come up with a dance that gets performed at the Big Event.

Behind the scenes of Dance Marathon

JENNA WESTENDORF, Campus Life Editor Jan 22, 2025

“For the Kids.” A phrase that is commonly associated with Dance Marathon. Dance Marathon is an organization that works with college students and campus communities to raise money for local children’s...

Novotny acknowledges that it can be intimidating to start a hobby like knitting. “But when you get past that frustration ... it can be really rewarding,” she states.

Stitching a community together

BAILEY KLINKHAMMER, Executive Editor Jan 22, 2025

Knit one, purl one. Knit one, purl one. A basic rib stitch pattern involves the repetitive motion of a knit and purl stitch. For Teresa Pham and Hanah Novotny, these stitches have grown into more than...

The Board of Regents approved the purchase of The Quarters, an apartment complex many current students live in.

UNI set to purchase The Quarters

BAILEY KLINKHAMMER, Executive Editor Jan 22, 2025

At the last Board of Regents meeting, UNI was officially approved to purchase The Quarters apartments. Featuring 11 buildings and 480 beds, the $21.1 million complex boasts a pool, and sand volleyball...

Campbell Hall has been on campus for 73 years. At the recent Board of Regents meeting, regents approved the motion to tear down the building and purchase the Quarters apartments.

Campbell Hall to be torn down

BAILEY KLINKHAMMER, Executive Editor Jan 22, 2025

After over 70 years residing on the corner of 23rd Street, Campbell Hall is officially set to be torn down. The Board of Regents passed UNI’s request to raze the building by unanimous vote at their first...

After four months of working as campus life editor, I recieved the opportunity to expand my resposiblities at the NI.
This organization is so important for student journalists who wish to work in media positions after they graduate.

Reporting for duty

ESTELLE JOHNSON, Managing Editor Dec 11, 2024

Hi! I am Estelle, the new Managing Editor for the Northern Iowan. I have been working as the Campus Life Editor for this year, until I was blessed with the opportunity to become Managing Editor. I’ve...

There are many services offered by the Student Health Clinic and Wellness services on campus. Wellness Days are some of the many activities and resources available to students here at the University of Northern Iowa. Self-care is encouraged during finals.

Panthers guide to finals week

ESTELLE JOHNSON, Managing Editor Dec 11, 2024

UNI is one week away from finals. After coming back from Thanksgiving break, students and faculty have three weeks to wrap up their semester. During finals week, some students have tests, some have presentations...

After I graduate in December, I will be pursuing a career as a legal secretary.

Managing Editor makes her exit

SOPHIE HOFFMEIER, 2023-2024 Managing Editor Dec 11, 2024

I never thought I’d have to write this piece. It’s been nearly four years since I first started working for the Northern Iowan, and I could have never imagined that I’d end up where I am now, saying...

Sox was the runt of her litter. She was not the most energetic puppy, she spent a lot of her time sleeping on couches.

Grieving a pet in college: Feel your feelings, then get back to work

ESTELLE JOHNSON, Managing Editor Dec 4, 2024

Pets are family. The dog that we said would be outdoors, ended up as a couch potato. A safe dog for the scared children, a companion for the grandparents. White Sox was the sunshine on a rainy day. She...

Williams won a Golden Globe award for his performance in “Dead Poets Society.”

‘Dead Poets Society’s’ impact 35 years later

JOSUE VILLATORO, Film Critic Dec 4, 2024

In Nov., the Film Appreciation Club screened Peter Weir’s “Dead Poets Society”, a coming-of-age dramedy set in ’59 Vermont at Welton Academy, an elite all-boys preparatory boarding school. The...

Professor Greg Bruess has travelled to Greece many times throughout his career. There’s always plenty to do in the cities that students visit, and Bruess keeps his students engaged through participating in culture that’s embedded within Greece.

Panther’s guide to studying abroad in Greece

ALLY KNIGHT, Staff Writer Nov 20, 2024

Studying abroad is one of the most spontaneous experiences a college student can have when it comes to their education. When considering where you should go, think about how this faculty-led trip to Greece...

“Go Panthers” posts are more common on Thursdays and Fridays, but have
been seen every other day of the week. It’s excellent motivation for UNI students.

‘Go Panthers’ guy: A campus icon

ESTELLE JOHNSON, Managing Editor Nov 13, 2024

Every week, students who are on the University of Northern Iowa Snapchat stories see a specific person: Richard Nissen. Dubbed the “Go Panthers guy.” Nissen shares a photo at least once a week with...

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