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Northern Iowan

The student news site of the University of Northern Iowa

Northern Iowan

Murphy was in Washington D.C. on election night where she worked from 10 a.m. to 2 a.m. editing and uploading content.

UNI Alumn blooms with achievement

ESTELLE JOHNSON, Managing Editor Mar 11, 2025

Kate Murphy, a 2024 UNI graduate and Northern Iowan Alumni, is an impressive example of what UNI students can achieve. Murphy was a press intern for Senator Chuck Grassley’s office in Washington, D.C.,...

The President’s House sits adjacent to Lang Hall, and serves as an iconic historical landmark on campus.

The President’s House acts as the front door to campus

Emma Pantini, Staff Writer Mar 11, 2025

The University of Northern Iowa President’s House is much more than just a symbol for leadership on campus. As President Mark Nook shared, it is an iconic space that serves as both a home and a center...

"Captain America: Brave New World" was released on Feb. 14, and has been popular in theaters since. Follow superhero Sam Wilson as he settles into his new position of "Captain America."

Captain America: Brave New World — Is Sam Wilson worthy of the shield?

JOSUE VILLATORO, Staff Writer Mar 5, 2025

“Captain America: Brave New World” stars Anthony Mackie as Sam Wilson, who finds himself in the middle of an international conspiracy and must uncover the individuals behind a nefarious global scheme...

"Anora," released in 2024, won best picture at the Oscars award show this year. The movie is about a sex worker who falls in love with the son of an oligarch.

Oscars 2025 Recap: Sean Baker for ‘Anora’ Makes Oscar History

Callee Fair, Staff Writer Mar 4, 2025

The 97th Annual Academy Awards went live on ABC/Hulu on Sunday, March 2nd, and boy, was it a show. Sean Baker is the first person in Oscar history to win four awards for the same movie. A film following...

The Learning Center is a great place for students to come for extra help. It's also a great place for students to gain experience with mentoring others.

The Learning Center reduces the stigma of asking for help

JENNA WESTENDORF, Campus Life Editor Mar 4, 2025

Across the United States, a new stigma has arisen that seeking tutoring assistance in college indicates a lack of ability and skill, or that the student just “isn’t smart enough.” However, The Learning...

A glimpse into the University of Northern Iowa’s Veteran Association organization meeting, on Feb. 7. The UNI VA office provides many opportunities for student veterans, as well as those who have ties to the military.

Veterans Office aims to serve military and veteran community on campus

Nick Chen, Staff Writer Mar 3, 2025

The University of Northern Iowa’s Veteran Association is a student organization that assists the Military and Veteran Student Services in supporting veterans, military and dependents. Their office can...

Javaria White is the current director of diversity for the Northern Iowa Student Government (NISG). White is working hard around DEI changes.

Javaria White talks diversity at UNI, struggles with staffing CME

JO BRAHMS, News Editor Feb 25, 2025

In the face of DEI rollbacks and literature changes, students across campus have been picking up the slack. One of these students is Javaria White, the current director of diversity for the Northern Iowa...

The UNI Cheer Squad can be seen on the sidelines of UNI athletic events, cheering for the Panthers.

UNI Cheerleading builds strength through teammate support

JOSUE VILLATORO, Staff Writer Feb 25, 2025

The University of Northern Iowa is home to many athletic organizations. With football, men’s and women’s basketball, wrestling, and volleyball; The Panthers have no shortage of individuals gifted with...

The PMB took advantage of their time overseas, seeing the sights and performing in a historical city.

Panther Marching Band rings in New Year with Big Ben

Annabelle Schneider, Guest Writer Feb 19, 2025

The UNI Panther Marching Band traveled overseas to London, UK to perform for over 700,000 people at the New Year's Day parade. While the weather wasn’t in their favor, band director Justin Mertz was...

Blake Lively is suing director and co-star of "It Ends With Us" Justin Baldoni for sexual harassment and damaging her reputation,

It Ends With Domestic Violence Being Overshadowed by Controversies

Callee Fair, Staff Writer Feb 19, 2025

National Domestic Violence Hotline reports that “an average of 24 people per minute are victims of rape, physical violence or stalking by an intimate partner in the United States — more than 12 million...

Visit https://music.uni.edu/newmusicfestival for specific times and locations on performances.

UNI New Music Festival Celebrates Contemporary Sound

Lily Munnik, Staff Writer Feb 19, 2025

At the University of Northern Iowa, the School of Music is set to showcase the UNI New Music Festival, an immersive celebration of contemporary music brought to life by talented composers and performers.  Starting...

The Reader's Cup is a cafe located on Main Street in Cedar Falls. It is owned by the parents of Abby Olson, who co-owns the Nook, The Reader's Cup sister store.

Reader’s Cup turns a new page

Lily Munnik, Staff Writer Feb 12, 2025

Just a year after Abby Olson and Brandon Conrad opened the doors to their local bookstore, The Nook, Abby’s parents, Debbie and Darron Olson, moved in next door and opened a coffee shop called Reader’s...

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