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The restructuring of the College of Education aims for more horizontal communication among the departments, as well as to benefit students at the University of Northern Iowa.

[Photo] UNI College of Education seeks to restructure departments

BAILEY KLINKHAMMER, Executive Editor
Feb 19, 2025
Players of the U.S.A. team went after the Canadian players after the United States National Anthem was booed.

[Photo] 4 Nations Face-Off thrives

MICHAEL SPAHN, Sports Writer
Feb 19, 2025
Blake Lively is suing director and co-star of "It Ends With Us" Justin Baldoni for sexual harassment and damaging her reputation,

[Photo] It Ends With Domestic Violence Being Overshadowed by Controversies

Callee Fair, Staff Writer
Feb 19, 2025
The PMB took advantage of their time overseas, seeing the sights and performing in a historical city.

[Photo] Panther Marching Band rings in New Year with Big Ben

Annabelle Schneider, Guest Writer
Feb 19, 2025
Visit https://music.uni.edu/newmusicfestival for specific times and locations on performances.

[Photo] UNI New Music Festival Celebrates Contemporary Sound

Lily Munnik, Staff Writer
Feb 19, 2025
The Reader’s Cup es una cafetería ubicada en Main Street en Cedar Falls. Es propiedad de los padres de Abby Olson, quien es copropietaria de The Nook, la tienda hermana de The Reader’s Cup.

[Photo] Reader’s Cup empieza un nuevo capítulo

Feb 19, 2025
UNI is celebrating 150 years, with events for students, alumni and the community.

[Photo] Behind the scenes of UNI’s 150th birthday preparation

BAILEY KLINKHAMMER, Executive Editor
Feb 12, 2025
Jalen Hurts, who had his lock-screen wallpaper as a photo of his previous Super Bowl loss, has now earned his trophy and ring.

[Photo] Eagles soar in Super Bowl LIX victory

ADAM JOHNSON, Sports Writer
Feb 12, 2025
Caitlin Clark has made a huge impact on the world of Women's Basketball. Clark earned her spot in a Nike all-female advertisement that proved the strength of women in what may be a rough time for many.

[Photo] Nike unveils Caitlin Clark Super Bowl commercial

NICOLE WATERS, Sports Writer
Feb 12, 2025
Slovenian Luka Dončić has paved his own way in the NBA world. In his most recent game against Utah Jazz, Dončić scored 14 points.

[Photo] The most shocking move in NBA history

CARTER LUST, Sports Writer
Feb 12, 2025
En los 1970s, las facultades de biología por todo el estado empezaban a darse cuenta de que Iowa se había convertido en campos de maíz y soya cuando siempre había estado compuesto principalmente de praderas.

[Photo] UNI Prairie Preserve Trails contribute to Cedar Valley ecosystem

Addie Buseman, Guest Writer
Feb 12, 2025
Advisor Chris Martin, Sports Editor Cohen Kamaus, Campus Life Editor Jenna Westendorf, News Editor Jo Brahms, Managing Editor Estelle Johnson, Executive Editor Bailey Klinkhammer, and Head Photographer Maci Swanson all attended the 2025 ICMA's.

[Photo] Students from Northern Iowan win nine state awards at ICMAs

NI STAFF, NI Editors
Feb 12, 2025
The Eagles and Chiefs get ready to play each other again in the Super Bowl, LIX.

[Photo] Super Bowl LIX preview

MICHAEL SPAHN, Sports Writer
Feb 5, 2025
Staff Writer Cart Lust explains how three-pointers are in fact, not making the NBA unwatchable.

[Photo] 3-pointers are not making the NBA unwatchable

CARTER LUST, Sports Writer
Jan 29, 2025
The Black Student Union is helping students feel safe in their own skin during a time of worry.

[Photo] Black Student Union is filling the gaps

BAILEY KLINKHAMMER, Executive Editor
Jan 29, 2025
Within the space of film, there are many influential figures that first had to break the barrier of nasty stereotypes and fight against racism. Callee Fair tells us all about it.

[Photo] Breaking the Barriers: Important Black Filmmakers in History

Callee Fair, Staff Writer
Jan 29, 2025
Martin Luther King Jr. was a key member of paving the way for minority groups facing mistreatment.

[Photo] King Tells Bus Boycott Story to Full House Wednesday

NI STAFF, NI Editors
Jan 29, 2025
Maddie Palmersheim, 2021 UNI grad, now has her business up and officially running! Not only does Palmersheim bake the most beautiful goods, but she now offers matcha at her storefront!

[Photo] UNI alum opens Moo’s Bakery on the Hill

BAILEY KLINKHAMMER, Executive Editor
Jan 29, 2025
A screenshot from an X post (formerly twitter) by Aisha Nyala, a student currently on trail for harassing UNI dean Allyson Rafanello.

[Photo] Trial of student accused of harassing UNI Dean ends in hung jury

BAILEY KLINKHAMMER, Executive Editor
Jan 29, 2025
Executive Editor Bailey Klinkhammer provides an explanation on the difference between equity and equality.

[Photo] What does ‘equity’ really mean?

BAILEY KLINKHAMMER, Executive Editor
Jan 29, 2025
The Board of Regents approved the purchase of The Quarters, an apartment complex many current students live in.

[Photo] UNI set to purchase The Quarters

BAILEY KLINKHAMMER, Executive Editor
Jan 22, 2025
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.

[Photo] Campbell Hall to be torn down

BAILEY KLINKHAMMER, Executive Editor
Jan 22, 2025
UNI is one of many universities that the Equal Protection Project has filed civil complaints against. These complaints are related to scholarships that give preference based the race and gender of a student.

[Photo] UNI accused of racial and gender based scholarship discrimination

BAILEY KLINKHAMMER, Executive Editor
Jan 22, 2025
The UNI club rugby team competes in the Final Four this weekend.

[Photo] UNI men’s rugby team sets eyes on Final Four

COHEN KAMAUS, Sports Editor
Dec 11, 2024
Prolific is a student-run magazine that focuses on cultivating a creative space for minority students across campus.

[Photo] ‘Prolific’ pioneers with first print edition

BAILEY KLINKHAMMER, Executive Editor
Dec 11, 2024
Students can access medical care for common illnesses, routine health exams, immunizations and more.

[Photo] UNI’s Student Health Center provides essential services to students on campus

MARQUETTE MILLAM, Staff Writer, Social Media Team
Dec 4, 2024
The Maucker Union staff are working with outside contractors to redesign the rooftop to be more engaging for students.

[Photo] Maucker Union reno talks trickle

BAILEY KLINKHAMMER, Executive Editor
Dec 4, 2024
Todd Stepsis will be Head Coach of the UNI Football Team following Mark Farley's retirement.

[Photo] Todd Stepsis is UNI Football’s head coach pick

INSIDE UNI and UNI ATHLETICS
Dec 4, 2024
Campbell Hall, one of just seven dormitories on campus, has sat vacant since 2020. The hall was used as isolation space during the COVID-19 pandemic, but now sits empty with its future unclear.

[Photo] Rising student enrollment, dwindling housing options

ALLI WEBSTER, Guest Writer
Nov 20, 2024
Professor Joseph Ugrin says that this success comes from the program standards student’s commitment, and the dedication of faculty in the program.

[Photo] UNI Accounting tops CPA exam passing rates

BAILEY KLINKHAMMER, Executive Editor
Nov 20, 2024
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.

[Photo] Panther’s guide to studying abroad in Greece

ALLY KNIGHT, Staff Writer
Nov 20, 2024
The narrator and main character of “Sex and the City,” Carrie, chooses to center men in her life over her close female friendships.

[Photo] I hate Carrie Bradshaw

Nov 20, 2024
Professor Nikki Harken, Ph.D., is an assistant professor of instruction with UNI's Department of Communication and Media. Her research focuses on college exit programming.

[Photo] Professor Nikki Harken presents Next Step program at Board of Regents meeting

BAILEY KLINKHAMMER, Executive Editor
Nov 13, 2024
“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.

[Photo] ‘Go Panthers’ guy: A campus icon

ESTELLE JOHNSON, Managing Editor
Nov 13, 2024
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.

[Photo] UNI Fishing Club reels in success

Nov 13, 2024
Every show put on by TheatreUNI is meticulously planned. Costumes are one of the most essential parts of a production.

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

Nov 13, 2024
Every show put on by TheatreUNI is meticulously planned. Costumes are one of the most essential parts of a production.

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

LILY MUNNIK, Staff Writer
Nov 13, 2024
Incumbent Zach Nunn (R) was re-elected for district 3 of Iowa.

[Photo] Iowa District 3 calls race, incumbent Zach Nunn wins

SOPHIE HOFFMEIER, 2023-2024 Managing Editor
Nov 5, 2024
Incumbent Ashley Hinson (R) won district 2 of Iowa with 57.1% of votes.

[Photo] Iowa District 2, 4 House Representative races called

SOPHIE HOFFMEIER, 2023-2024 Managing Editor
Nov 5, 2024
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[Photo] PHOTO SLIDESHOW: The Northern Iowan in New Orleans

NI STAFF, NI Editors
Nov 5, 2024
The promotional poster for Nomadic Spaces. The performance will three show dates, Nov. 7 through Nov. 9.

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

NI STAFF, NI Editors
Nov 5, 2024
The UNI-Dome renovation project has raised more that $9 million for phase two and is set to complete by 2026.

[Photo] UNI-Dome renovation reaches phase two

NI STAFF, NI Editors
Nov 6, 2024
Senator Giddens is looking to return to the Iowa Senate to represent Cedar Falls, and continue his work on the commerce committee. He advocates for collaboration on both sides of the aisle on topics like insurance and education.

[Photo] Senator Giddens eyes second term

BAILEY KLINKHAMMER, Executive Editor
Nov 5, 2024
Each team member participates in a range of speech events, from impromptu speaking to poetry interpretation. For more information on joining the UNI Speech Team, contact Sadé Barfield at sabarfield@gmail.com.

[Photo] PHOTO SLIDESHOW: UNI Speech Team is on a roll

NI STAFF, NI Editors
Nov 5, 2024
The UNI men’s basketball team defeated Dubuque on Monday night, 96-54. The Panthers host the Milwaukee Panthers this Thursday at 7:00 p.m.

[Photo] UNI men’s hoops opens season strong

Nov 6, 2024
The Panthers are set to take on Illinois State this Saturday. UNI defeated the Redbirds last season, 24-21.

[Photo] Panther football falls to No. 1 NDSU

Nov 6, 2024
The UNI cross-country teams head to the NCAA Midwest Regional Championship on Nov. 15. The meet will take place in Peoria, Illinois, on the campus of Bradley University.

[Photo] Making History: Panther XC had historic day at MVC Championships

Nov 6, 2024
Derrick Henry has made an immediate impact for the Ravens offense. He has rushed for 1,052 yards and 11 TDs.

[Photo] NFL mid-season: handing out awards

Nov 6, 2024
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[Photo] LIVE COVERAGE: Iowa Federal, State and Local Elections results

NI STAFF, NI Editors
Nov 5, 2024
The Panthers earned the No. 6 seed in the Missouri Valley Conference tournament. They’ll play their first round game on Thursday against Illinois State.

[Photo] UNI soccer finishes regular season strong

COHEN KAMAUS, Sports Editor
Oct 30, 2024
Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson looks to secure his third MVP award in the last six years. He won MVP in 2019 and 2023.

[Photo] The race for NFL MVP is in full force

ADAM JOHNSON, Sports Writer
Oct 30, 2024
Warriors guard Stephen Curry holds the record for most 3-pointers made in a career, with 3,758. He has also won four NBA championships and two MVP awards.

[Photo] 2024 NBA Preview: Passing the torch

CARTER LUST, Sports Writer
Oct 30, 2024
The UNI volleyball program celebrated their 50th anniversary over the weekend.

[Photo] UNI sweeps weekend conference competition

NICOLE WATERS, Sports Writer
Oct 30, 2024
The Panthers 42-point performance is the most points they’ve scored in a game this season. UNI averages 18.6 points per game.

[Photo] Panthers fall in shootout vs Bears

MICHAEL SPAHN, Sports Writer
Oct 30, 2024
Megan Fox and Amanda Seyfried acted together to create a meaningful film with a message unlike any other horror movie.

[Photo] Jennifer’s Body: From flop to feminist cult classic

KELLIE STILES, Opinion Columnist
Oct 30, 2024
Dave Sires and his wife Lisa, pictured above.

[Photo] An afternoon with Dave Sires

BRODY LOVELL, Sports Writer
Oct 30, 2024
The UNI Speech team consists of nine students from diverse backgrounds that compete in public speaking events across the Midwest. The team has had a great start to the season, receiving several top-three rankings in their first two competitions.

[Photo] UNI Speech team has energetic start to season

HOPE SCHULTE, Staff Writer, Social Media Team
Oct 30, 2024
Ashley Hinson (left), Republican incumbent will face off against Democratic challenger Sarah Corkery (right) in the 2nd district Congressional race on Nov. 5.

[Photo] Corkery, Hinson on the ballot in Black Hawk County

BAILEY KLINKHAMMER, Executive Editor
Oct 29, 2024
Karen Showalter will be on the ballot this coming Election Day. Showalter is running for Black Hawk County auditor.

[Photo] Black Hawk County Elections Manager talks November

BAILEY KLINKHAMMER, Executive Editor
Oct 29, 2024
The Panthers look to snap their five-game losing streak this weekend against Missouri State.

[Photo] UNI Football comes up short against North Dakota

MICHAEL SPAHN, Sports Writer
Oct 23, 2024
The UNI cross-country team hosts the Missouri Valley Conference Championships on Friday, Nov. 1 at Pheasant Ridge Golf Course.

[Photo] Panther XC looks to build off successful weekend

CARTER LUST, Sports Writer
Oct 23, 2024
Lions star pass rusher Aiden Hutchinson suffered a gruesome leg injury this season. He eyes a possible return for the Super Bowl in February if the Lions can make it without him.

[Photo] Injuries run rampant through early NFL action

BRODY LOVELL, Sports Writer
Oct 23, 2024
With the two wins over the weekend, UNI improves to perfect 9-0 in MVC play. The Panthers are in action this weekend at the McLeod Center on Friday at 6 p.m. and Saturday at 6 p.m.

[Photo] UNI volleyball rolls past conference foes

ADAM JOHNSON, Sports Writer
Oct 23, 2024
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.

[Photo] Panthers are causing Mayhem

ESTELLE JOHNSON, Managing Editor
Oct 23, 2024
45 years ago, these two students shared a kiss under the campanile on Homecoming, 1979.

[Photo] Campaniling: 100 years of kisses

ALLISON POCH, Guest Writer
Oct 23, 2024
While inflation rates are down, food prices have still spiked. For full-time college students, that means looking to lower weekly grocery bills. Grocery stores like Aldi keep prices low by selling “private label” brands and keeping overhead costs low. Students can also lower their grocery bill by utilizing store ads to ensure they’re buying groceries at the lowest price point available to them.

[Photo] How students can stretch their dollar at the grocery store

BAILEY KLINKHAMMER, Executive Editor
Oct 23, 2024
This year’s golden graduates will have graduated in 1974. They will be welcomed to campus with the opportunity to take a guided campus tour.

[Photo] Becoming Golden at UNI

BAILEY KLINKHAMMER, Executive Editor
Oct 23, 2024
The UNI Counseling Center's website has links where students can download the TELUS app on iOS or Android.

[Photo] The impacts of TELUS health one year later

MARQUETTE MILLAM, Staff Writer, Social Media Team
Oct 23, 2024
Schwab’s belief in trusting the process and staying committed to your visions extends far beyond the mat. He encourages his athletes to embrace hard work,trust their efforts, and stay patient with their development.

[Photo] Mastering mindset with Doug Schwab

EMERSON HAHN, Guest Writer
Oct 23, 2024
Student managers help with drills during practice as well as assisting players with individual workouts to help sharpen their skills.

[Photo] Unsung heroes: MBB managers keep team spirit alive on and off the court

MICHAEL SPAHN, Sports Writer
Oct 16, 2024
Caitlin Clark scored the most points (769) and dished the most assists (337) by a rookie ever. She was selected as the WNBA Rookie for the Year.

[Photo] Caitlin Clark shines in her rookie campaign

CARTER LUST, Sports Writer
Oct 16, 2024
Jared Goff threw three touchdowns in the Lions’ 47-9 win on Sunday.

[Photo] NFC North reigns supreme in early action

BRODY LOVELL, Sports Writer
Oct 16, 2024
Jay Gatsby and Daisy Buchanan share romantic moments throughout the film, but their romance failed to stand the test of time.

[Photo] Gatsby: Affairs and love in the ’20s

ESTELLE JOHNSON, Managing Editor
Oct 16, 2024
After defeating the reigning WNBA champions, the New York Liberty face the grueling task of defeating the Minnesota Lynx in the 2024 WNBA Finals. After games one and two, the Finals series is tied, 1-1, with the Lynx capturing game one and the Liberty winning game two. The Lynx have proven that they’re ready to continue the series, challenging the Liberty on every possession. Now, as the series heads to Minnesota’s turf, which team will take how the 2024 WNBA championship?

[Photo] Who will win the 2024 WNBA Finals?

BAILEY KLINKHAMMER, Executive Editor
Oct 16, 2024
After her historic run at the 2024 Paris Paralympics, UNI has announced that senior Olivia Chambers will serve as the Homecoming parade grand marshal. Chambers captured a gold medal and two silver medals for Team USA this summer. Chambers will be honored alongside fellow Paralympian Panthers Jessica Heims and Erin Kerkhoff.

[Photo] Olivia Chambers named 2024 UNI Homecoming parade grand marshal

NI STAFF, NI Editors
Oct 16, 2024
During Monday night’s debate, candidates Hinson and Corkery debated topics such as immigration, abortion rights and TikTok.

[Photo] Hinson, Corkery participate in 2nd Congressional District Debate

BAILEY KLINKHAMMER, Executive Editor
Oct 16, 2024
Main characters Andy Dufresne and Red standing together in the jail courtyard.

[Photo] Shawshank Redemption’s 30th anniversary

JOSUE VILLATORO, Film Critic
Oct 2, 2024
Original cover of “Amazing Fantasy” 15#, where Spider-Man makes his debut appearance. Comic enthusiasts can purchase an original ’62 copy for upwards of $10,000.

[Photo] The inauguration of Spider-Man into Marvel

AUGUST ROBINSON, Guest Writer
Oct 2, 2024
Jennifer Pitkin, Ava’s mother, also posted a photo on Facebook of the box cutter (above) that was thrown at the Spectrum group as they walked in the Linn-Mar homecoming parade. Police have now opened and investigation into the incident.

[Photo] Transphobia is ruining Iowa communities

ESTELLE JOHNSON, Managing Editor
Oct 2, 2024
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