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All content by CRISTIAN ORTIZ
Opinion columnist Cristian Ortiz explores the power of storytelling and the ubiquity of stories in our daily lives.

The power of story in our lives

CRISTIAN ORTIZ, Opinion Columnist
Apr 16, 2018
Frances McDormand won the Academy Award for Best Actress on Sunday night for her role in "Three Billboards outside Ebbing, Missouri."

Columnists react to Oscars

CRISTIAN ORTIZ and NICOLE BAXTER
Mar 8, 2018
Opinion columnist Cristian Ortiz discusses the commercial success and cultural impact of the new Marvel Studios film "Black Panther."

Cultural impact of ‘Black Panther’

CRISTIAN ORTIZ, Opinion Columnist
Feb 26, 2018
Opinion columnist Cristian Ortiz urges readers to pursue their dreams, regardless how unclear their road in life may seem.

Pursue your dreams and aspirations without relent

CRISTIAN ORTIZ, Opinion Columnist
Feb 15, 2018
Pop singer Kesha performed at the 60th Annual Grammy Awards this past Sunday in honor of the Time's Up movement.

Grammys hit on major social issues

CRISTIAN ORTIZ, Opinion Columnist
Feb 1, 2018
Opinion columnist Cristian Ortiz takes a look at the recently announced nominees for the 90th Academy Awards, set to air Sunday, March 4.

Your Oscars nominations are in!

CRISTIAN ORTIZ, Opinion Columnist
Jan 25, 2018
Opinion columnist Cristian Ortiz recaps Sunday's Golden Globe Awards ceremony, where Oprah Winfrey became the first black woman to be awarded the Cecil B. DeMille Award.

Globes address sexual assault

CRISTIAN ORTIZ, Opinion Columnist
Jan 11, 2018
Opinion columnist Cristian Ortiz encourages students to try the new Pocket Points app as a way to save money while attending class.

Earn money by locking phone

CRISTIAN ORTIZ, Opinion Columnist
Nov 16, 2017
Opinion columnist Cristian Ortiz praises the new movie ticket subscription service MoviePass for its convenience and affordability.

MoviePass is transforming moviegoing experience

CRISTIAN ORTIZ, Opinion Columnist
Nov 2, 2017
Opinion columnist Cristian Ortiz offers some advice to students who aren't sure how best to celebrate Halloween this weekend.

Doing Halloween the ‘college way’

CRISTIAN ORTIZ, Opinion Columnist
Oct 26, 2017
Movie producer Harvey Weinstein has recently been the subject of multiple sexual assault allegations.

Movie mogul commits sexual assault

CRISTIAN ORTIZ, Opinion Columnist
Oct 12, 2017
Opinion columnist Cristian Ortiz urges students to take advantage of their time at UNI.

Making the most of college

CRISTIAN ORTIZ, Opinion Columnist
Sep 28, 2017
Opinion columnist Cristian Ortiz says it's possible to be healthy while eating at UNI's dining centers by focusing on moderation.

Eating healthy at the dining centers

CRISTIAN ORTIZ, Opinion Columnist
Sep 21, 2017
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