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The student news site of the University of Northern Iowa

Northern Iowan
The student news site of the University of Northern Iowa

Northern Iowan
The 2023-2024 Northern Iowan Editorial Staff. From left to right: Steph Stark, Mallory Schmitz, Caroline Christensen, Caden Shea, Jordan Junge, Sophie Hoffmeier, Antonia Goodwin, Karina Ortiz, Bailey Klinkhammer.

NI Staff, NI Editors

All content by NI Staff
La experiencia invita a los miembros de la audiencia no solo a mirar, sino también a interactuar con ella para explorar.

Arte escénico explora el sentido de hogar de los estudiantes en UNI Nomadic Spaces

NI STAFF and MONSERRAT HERERRA
Nov 12, 2024
Las mejoras de asientos propuestas en la segunda fase de la renovación incluyen nuevos asientos con respaldos anchos en la sección de asiento general, opciones de asientos premium para comodidad adicional y un piso de suites extendido que traerá más ingresos para mantener las operaciones del UNI-Dome.

La renovación del UNI-Dome llega a la segunda fase

NI STAFF and EVELYN TORRES
Nov 12, 2024
The UNI-Dome renovation project has raised more that $9 million for phase two and is set to complete by 2026.

UNI-Dome renovation reaches phase two

NI STAFF, NI Editors
Nov 6, 2024
2024 Presidential Election results

2024 Presidential Election results

NI STAFF, NI Editors
Nov 5, 2024
LIVE COVERAGE: Iowa Federal, State and Local Elections results

LIVE COVERAGE: Iowa Federal, State and Local Elections results

NI STAFF, NI Editors
Nov 5, 2024
PHOTO SLIDESHOW: UNI Speech Team is on a roll

PHOTO SLIDESHOW: UNI Speech Team is on a roll

NI STAFF, NI Editors
Nov 5, 2024
PHOTO SLIDESHOW: The Northern Iowan in New Orleans

PHOTO SLIDESHOW: The Northern Iowan in New Orleans

NI STAFF, NI Editors
Nov 5, 2024

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

NI STAFF, NI Editors
Nov 5, 2024
Dozens of panthers across campus took to their polling locations to cast their votes. While they all had different reasons for voting, one thing is clear; the new generation of voters are passionate in their beliefs.

[Photo] Panthers vote across campus

BAILEY KLINKHAMMER, Executive Editor
Nov 5, 2024
episode 1 November 5, 2024

The College Eye Broadcast | Episode 1

NI STAFF, GABRIEL SALAZAR, and MARQUETTE MILLAM
Nov 5, 2024
270 to Win interactive electoral map

270 to Win interactive electoral map

NI STAFF and 270 to Win
Nov 4, 2024
Community members who are interested in learning more about the new nursing program facilities are invited to attend the BSN program’s open house on Friday, Oct. 25 from 4 to 6 p.m.

UNI Nursing program to host open house

NI STAFF, NI Editors
Oct 23, 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.

Olivia Chambers named 2024 UNI Homecoming parade grand marshal

NI STAFF, NI Editors
Oct 16, 2024
The inaugural class of bachelor of science in nursing (BSN) students pose with faculty for a picture following the University of Northern Iowa’s first ever white coat ceremony.

Nursing students make history in UNI’s first-ever White Coat Ceremony

NI STAFF, NI Editors
Oct 2, 2024
Chambers continúa compitiendo en los Juegos Paralímpicos el 4 y 5 de septiembre, participando en el relevo mixto 4x100 estilo libre y el SB13 100 m braza, que se transmitirán en vivo por Peacock.

Olivia Chambers: Campeona Paralímpica

NI STAFF and Jennifer Contreras
Sep 10, 2024
Chambers continues to compete in the Paralympics on Sept. 4 and 5, competing in the Mixed 4x100 Freestyle Relay and the SB13 100m Breaststroke, which will both be streamed live on Peacock.

Olivia Chambers becomes a Paralympic Champion

NI STAFF, NI Editors
Sep 4, 2024
Seven NI editors ventured to La Jolla, Calif. for the Associate Collegiate Press conference. At the conference, the NI placed sixth for both print and web best in show competitions.

PHOTO SLIDESHOW: The Cats take on California

NI STAFF, NI Editors
Mar 20, 2024
Northern Iowan staff ventured to Des Moines this past week. The Northern Iowan staff overall took home eleven awards, and Mallory Schmitz was a finalist for the Student Journalist of the Year Award.

Students from Northern Iowan and UNI Digital Media Program win 12 statewide awards

NI STAFF, NI Editors
Feb 13, 2024
Desde la emoción de la escalada hasta la serena experiencia de la naturaleza, UNI Outdoor Adventures tiene oportunidades para todos en cualquier nivel de habilidad.

La aventura espera: explorar la naturaleza con UNI

NI STAFF and Monse Herrera
Feb 7, 2024
From the thrills of ice-climbing to the serene experiences of nature, UNI Outdoor Adventures has opportunities for students at any skill level.

Adventure Awaits: Exploring the Great Outdoors with UNI

NI STAFF, NI Editors
Feb 7, 2024
Black Student Union (BSU) kicked off Black History Month with Campus Activities Board (CAB) in Maucker Union on Feb. 1, 2024.

PHOTO SLIDESHOW: BSU kicks off Black History Month with CAB

NI STAFF, NI Editors
Feb 6, 2024
United Faculty calls out use of funds

United Faculty calls out use of funds

NI STAFF, NI Editors
Dec 6, 2023
Remembering the students lost this semester

Remembering the students lost this semester

NI STAFF, NI Editors
Dec 6, 2023
Blank and Dorr pose with their inductee plaques. Blank had a 43-year long broadcasting career, and Dorr had over 50 years of experience working with Iowa Public Radio.

Iowa Public Radio legends inducted in UNI’s Communication and Media Hall of Fame

NI STAFF, NI Editors
Nov 1, 2023

Remembering West Scheel

NI STAFF, NI Editors
Apr 23, 2023
The Northern Iowan 2022-23 staff. From left to right, back row: Lanie Weber, David Warrington, Diamond Roundtree, Nixson Benitez. Front row: Mallory Schmitz, Sophie Hoffmeier, Emma Koehler, Karina Ortiz.

UNI’s 2023 Student Leadership Awards recipients

NI Staff, NI Editors
Apr 12, 2023

NISG January updates

NI Staff, NI Editors
Feb 13, 2023
The Northern Iowan experienced a day in the city of Des Moines, Iowa. The staff attended multiple workshops, focusing on how to better their skills as editors, writers and leaders. There was a total of 10 NI representatives for this year's Iowa College Media Association (ICMA) conference.

Northern Iowan wins five awards at Iowa College Media Association

NI Staff, NI Editors
Feb 6, 2023
NISG President Leila Mašinović sits with the supply of newly-ordered NISG merch, which will be given out as prizes for the winners of UNI trivia at Monday's launch event.

NISG Engagement Week

NI STAFF, NI Editors
Jan 23, 2023

NISG November updates

NI Staff, NI Editors
Dec 16, 2022
NISG ended up taking third place in the Traditions Challenge Amazing Race during the week leading up to Homecoming. Aside from participating in campus festivities, the student government has been busy approving funding for student organizations, passing resolutions to recognize important weeks and more.

NISG October updates

NI Staff, NI Editors
Nov 15, 2022
UNI mascots TC and TK enjoy Tropical Celebration Day (TC Day) Thursday in UNI's greenhouse.

TC Day celebrated by campus

NI STAFF, NI Editors
Apr 18, 2022
UNI received a letter from the Foundation for Individual Rights in Education (FIRE) regarding allegations of free speech violations.

UNI responds to allegations of free speech violations

NI STAFF, NI Editors
Apr 11, 2022
Religion has always been integrated into the American political sphere. Now more than ever, religion has become a catalyst for several discriminatory policies and legislation across the country.

Religious impressions on American politics

NI STAFF, NI Editors
Apr 7, 2022
Panther Portrait: Midterm de-stress fest

Panther Portrait: Midterm de-stress fest

NI STAFF, NI Editors
Mar 10, 2022
Student body elects new NISG representatives

Student body elects new NISG representatives

NI STAFF, NI Editors
Feb 24, 2022
The shooting that occurred on College Hill Feb. 8 has sparked response from Cedar Falls Mayor Rob Green.

Cedar Falls mayor responds to shooting

NI STAFF, NI Editors
Feb 17, 2022
Take someone out on the perfect date for Valentine's Day right here at UNI.

Panther Problems: Best places for dates on campus

NI STAFF, NI Editors
Feb 14, 2022
Students can apeal their parking tickets within 10 days of the citation, students can appeal during normal business hours in Gilchrest in an oral or written form.

Students v. campus parking

NI STAFF, NI Editors
Feb 10, 2022

Shots fired reported Jan. 18 on Hudson Road

NI STAFF, NI Editors
Jan 24, 2022

Iowa vs. Michigan: A college football fiasco

NI STAFF, NI Editors
Dec 6, 2021
James Wright-Buls, pictured above, has been charged with first-degree murder and first-degree robbery.

Murder on Main Street

NI STAFF, NI Editors
Dec 2, 2021
Journalist Tom Cullen will be visiting UNI Dec. 2 for a screening of the documentary "Storm Lake"

Alumnus and journalist Tom Cullen visits UNI for film screening

NI STAFF, NI Editors
Dec 2, 2021

Kingston sold out wasn’t as beautiful

NI STAFF, NI Editors
Nov 29, 2021
Panther Portrait: International Education kickoff

Panther Portrait: International Education kickoff

NI STAFF, NI Editors
Nov 18, 2021
PANTHER PORTRAIT: Tree painting

PANTHER PORTRAIT: Tree painting

NI STAFF, NI Editors
Nov 11, 2021
Panther Portrait: CAB Fall Fest

Panther Portrait: CAB Fall Fest

NI STAFF, NI Editors
Nov 4, 2021
Collaborating is one of the most important aspects entering the workforce, but continuing to network could help bring ideas and new perspectives in a collaborative space.

Cliques inside the workplace

NI STAFF, NI Editors
Oct 28, 2021
PANTHER PORTRAIT: Dance Marathon Orange Party

PANTHER PORTRAIT: Dance Marathon Orange Party

NI STAFF, NI Editors
Oct 28, 2021
UNI clothesline project

UNI clothesline project

NI STAFF, NI Editors
Oct 21, 2021
UNI Outdoors hosts "Camping on campus"

UNI Outdoors hosts “Camping on campus”

NI STAFF, NI Editors
Oct 18, 2021
PANTHER PORTRAIT: Family Weekend

PANTHER PORTRAIT: Family Weekend

NI STAFF, NI Editors
Oct 18, 2021
IDT & Orchesis present fall show

IDT & Orchesis present fall show

NI STAFF, NI Editors
Oct 18, 2021
Reflecting on habits may help you find better practices to increase your mood and perform better in everyday tasks.

Reevaluating negative energy

NI STAFF, NI Editors
Oct 11, 2021
PANTHER PORTRAIT: Football halftime show

PANTHER PORTRAIT: Football halftime show

NI STAFF, NI Editors
Oct 11, 2021
Homecoming Parade on Saturday, Oct. 2.

PANTHER PORTRAIT: Homecoming

NI STAFF, NI Editors
Oct 4, 2021
The College Eye was UNI's newspaper until 1968 when it changed to The Northern Iowan.

T.C. to celebrate eighth homecoming

NI STAFF, NI Editors
Sep 30, 2021

Overcoming bad impressions, to a connection

NI STAFF, NI Editors
Sep 23, 2021
Bikers traveled through UNI's campus Monday afternoon on their 6,900 mile journey across the United States.

Bikers travel across the US, stop at UNI

NI STAFF, NI Editors
Sep 23, 2021
Traveling the world and exploring cultural identity are ways to explore more about yourself.

Second First Impressions

NI STAFF, NI Editors
Sep 20, 2021
Cedar Falls police responded to a report of shots fired outside Little Bigs on College Hill early Sunday morning, April 4.

Shots fired on College Hill, one injury reported

NI STAFF, NI Editors
Apr 5, 2021

NI plans to host “Gratitude Week”

NI STAFF, NI Editors
Mar 11, 2021

NISG election: more information

NI STAFF, NI Editors
Feb 18, 2021

Sexual assault reported on campus

NI STAFF, NI Editors
Feb 1, 2021
Classes resumed as normal on Wednesday.

Snow day starts spring semester

NI STAFF, NI Editors
Jan 28, 2021
Ronald E. Roberts Obituary

Ronald E. Roberts Obituary

NI STAFF, NI Editors
Nov 23, 2020

Related: UNI reaffirms plan for spring 2021 courses

NI STAFF, NI Editors
Nov 19, 2020

Event will honor UNI student after passing

NI STAFF, NI Editors
Oct 12, 2020

College Hill responds to social media criticism of large bar crowds

NI STAFF, NI Editors
Aug 27, 2020

Crime brief: sexual assault reported

NI STAFF, NI Editors
Feb 27, 2020

Crime brief: sexual assault reported

NI STAFF, NI Editors
Feb 24, 2020

Shooting in Cedar Falls leaves 1 dead

NI STAFF, NI Editors
Dec 9, 2019

UNI police locate missing woman

NI STAFF, NI Editors
Nov 14, 2019
A Sept. 26 car accident on College Hill which injured a pedestrian remains under police investigation.

Pedestrian injured in College Hill accident

NI STAFF, NI Editors
Sep 30, 2019

College Hill fight damages car

NI STAFF, NI Editors
Sep 16, 2019

UNI Crime Alert sent to campus

NI Staff, NI Editors
Sep 5, 2019
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[Photo] Remembering Justin and Tristan

SOFIA LEGASPI, Campus Life Editor | [email protected]
Feb 21, 2019

Sexual assault reported

NI STAFF, NI Editors
Feb 18, 2019

Sexual Assault reported

NI STAFF, NI Editors
Jan 24, 2019
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