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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, Campus Life 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...

From participating in fishing competitions to fishing for pleasure, the UNI fishing club is a home for the anglers of campus. The UNI fishing club provides an opportunity
for those who enjoy spending time out on the water, hanging out with friends and competing for the biggest catch. There is more information available on their Instagram.

UNI Fishing Club reels in success

Anna Flanders, INSIDEUNI Nov 13, 2024

When you think of UNI, you might think of business or education. The perfectly-sized campus. Hands-on experiences. But for a group of students, they think of fishing, especially this semester given the...

Every show put on by TheatreUNI is meticulously planned. Costumes are one of the most essential parts of a production.

Behind the curtain: A look into TheatreUNI’s Costume Studio

LILY MUNNIK, Guest Writer Nov 13, 2024

Tucked away in the basement of the University of Northern Iowa’s Strayer-Wood Theatre, the costume studio is lively and busy. With shows like Ordinary Days and The Tempest, there’s always something...

Performance Art Exploring Students' Sense of Home at UNI Nomadic Spaces

Performance Art Exploring Students’ Sense of Home at UNI Nomadic Spaces

NI STAFF, NI Editors Nov 5, 2024

(Cedar Falls)—Nomadic Spaces, a play about creating a “space like home” while at school, will be held on November 7, 8, and 9 at 7:30 PM in Lang Hall Room 040 at the University of Northern Iowa's...

After the collapse of the Commons Ballroom ceiling, the voting location was changed to the Georgian Lounge. Many of these students registered to vote today, as Iowa is one of a handful of states that allows same-day registration.

UNI students able to vote — even with Commons ceiling collapse

ESTELLE JOHNSON, Campus Life Editor Nov 5, 2024

Today, University of Northern Iowa students practiced civic engagement and filled their ballots. Those that live on campus piled into the Commons Ballroom to vote, many for the very first time. In 2022,...

Megan Fox and Amanda Seyfried acted together to create a meaningful film with a message unlike any other horror movie.

Jennifer’s Body: From flop to feminist cult classic

KELLIE STILES, Opinion Columnist Oct 30, 2024

“Jennifer’s Body,” a 2009 horror-comedy directed by Karyn Kusama, initially stumbled at the box office, but has since emerged as a beloved feminist cult classic. So, what’s behind this transformation?...

Karen Showalter will be on the ballot this coming Election Day. Showalter is running for Black Hawk County auditor.

Black Hawk County Elections Manager talks November

BAILEY KLINKHAMMER, Executive Editor Oct 29, 2024

As Nov. 5 quickly approaches, the Black Hawk County courthouse has prepared itself for the swath of citizens ready to exercise their civic duty this election season. Elections Manager Karen Showalter embraces...

Panther Mayhem was originally called the Panther Pep Crew when the group first emerged in 2009. The name Panther Mayhem came about eight years later in 2017. When COVID-19 hit, Panther Mayhem was greatly affected. After a hiatus, Panther Mayhem came back to UNI at the start of the fall 2023 season.

Panthers are causing Mayhem

ESTELLE JOHNSON, Campus Life Editor Oct 23, 2024

Panther Mayhem is ready to be loud and proud this homecoming weekend. Throughout the school year, Mayhem has been a staple of UNI Athletics. A quick glance into the student section shows a wave of purple...

45 years ago, these two students shared a kiss under the campanile on Homecoming, 1979.

Campaniling: 100 years of kisses

ALLISON POCH, Guest Writer Oct 23, 2024

Campaniling is one of UNI’s oldest Homecoming traditions, starting shortly after the construction of the campanile was completed in the ’20s. Despite the near extinction of the tradition in the ’60s,...

Jay Gatsby and Daisy Buchanan share romantic moments throughout the film, but their romance failed to stand the test of time.

Gatsby: Affairs and love in the ’20s

ESTELLE JOHNSON, Campus Life Editor Oct 16, 2024

“The Great Gatsby,” a stunning motion picture directed by Baz Luhrmann, is based on the 1925 novel by F. Scott Fitzgerald. Luhrmann is well-known for “Moulin Rouge” and the 1996 “Romeo and Juliet”...

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