Boeckmann--Trevor Paul (Student--2007)

Displaying 1 - 35 of 35 in reverse chronological order

#	Title	Date	Summary
1	Don't stop now Northern Iowan 107:54, p.8	04/29/2011	Notes improvements in Northern Iowa Student Government noted; believes there is work still to be done: improve the election commission, find a new way to promote the election process, and make it easier to run for office.
2	A new approach to diversity Northern Iowan 107:52, p.12	04/22/2011	In the opinion of the writer, nonreligious groups are not at the table when diversity is discussed. The "Standing on Higher Ground" series advance the status of the LGBT and the Jump Start Program helps underprivileged students.
3	Wanted: new roommate (women need not apply) Northern Iowan 107:48, p.7	04/08/2011	Finding a roommate is difficult. Many ads are for members of the same gender. Women have several reasons for not considering a male roommate. Many reasons are unfounded.
4	Rethinking rape Northern Iowan 107:45, p.9	03/29/2011	Seventy-three per cent of rapes are committed by non-strangers. The victim, whether male or female, must move on and not let the event rule his or her life.
5	A response to 'UNIFI makes a religion of science' Northern Iowan 107:37, p.8	02/18/2011	Rebuttal to Emily O'Loughlin's claims that the Freethinkers and Inquirers are making a religion of science.
6	The time for change is now Northern Iowan 107:29, p.7	01/21/2011	Northern Iowa Student Government needs of change. Bickering amongst themselves is not serving the needs of the students. Students need to contact their representative. Should the Senate be smaller?
7	Don't touch my junk Northern Iowan 107:25, p.10	12/03/2010	New airport security measures taken to task.
8	Slacktivism to the rescue! Northern Iowan 107:22, p.7	11/12/2010	The breast cancer awareness campaign has been turned into a cheap marketing campaign, according to the author. Slogans and the pink campaign have taken away from fundraising and research activities.
9	The voting bloc that could Northern Iowan 107:19, p.9	11/02/2010	The case is made that students should vote in Cedar Falls. Their voice could make candidates take more seriously the concerns of students and the University. Students urged to get out and vote. Be informed; photo.
10	More than a diploma Northern Iowan 107:15, p.9	10/19/2010	Believes that an education is not just to command a large salary after graduation. An education is the chance to explore ideas and concepts. The contacts one makes in college are probably more important than the books.
11	When the spotlight goes off Northern Iowan 107:12, p.5	10/08/2010	The response to Blasphemy Rights Day was overwhelming. Why do humans not stand up for their beliefs in everyday situations instead of a massive response to another organization or idea.
12	The marching million Northern Iowan 107:9, p.7	09/28/2010	Readers encouraged to think for themselves. The middle ground is not always the correct position on important matters. Sometimes extreme positions are correct; photo.
13	Please don't feed the trolls Northern Iowan 107:5, p.10	09/14/2010	Campus reaction to the expected protests of Fred Phelps and the Westboro Baptist Church against gay rights. A call for civility from President Allen and the Dean of Students has been made; photo.
14	Videotape the police Northern Iowan 107:3, p.8	09/03/2010	Posting videos or even video taping police officers during an arrest can lead to a prison sentence. Normally the videotape supports the efforts of the officers; photo.
15	"Ground Zero Mosque" debate misses the point Northern Iowan 107:1, p.17	08/27/2010	Supports the right to build the mosque, but the author expresses his opinion that building the mosque is not a desirable goal; photo.
16	The end of Miranda Northern Iowan 106:60, p.3	07/23/2010	A Supreme Court ruling may endanger the "Miranda Rights".
17	Obama v. Obama Northern Iowan 106:57, p.3	06/25/2010	Expresses dissatisfaction at his perception of the differences between President Obama's promises and his performance; photo.
18	Discrimination is discrimination Northern Iowan 106:53, p.6	04/27/2010	Readers urged to speak out when observing any forms of discrimination.
19	Fighting for traditional marriage Northern Iowan 106:49, p.5	04/13/2010	Discussion of traditional marriage and the dangers presented by interracial and same-sex marriages.
20	Socialized medicine is already here Northern Iowan 106:45, p.5	03/30/2010	Saving money and increased healthcare coverage bring with them increased taxes and a percentage increase on insurance plans on the wealthy and probably others yet to be identified.
21	Time for change Northern Iowan 106:41, p.4	03/05/2010	Believes Northern Iowa Student Government is overdue for changes. Only seven hundred students voted in this year's election; leaving over half of the senate positions unfilled. The broadcast of NISG meetings, started by the Cezar-Lobdell team ceased.
22	No gods, no masters Northern Iowan 106:37, p.4	02/19/2010	Believes that sexism is alive and well. Fundamentalist Christian leaders, such as Mark Driscoll, are preaching that women should have no voice and should not teach. Believes that little progress has been made for women's rights.
23	Adult porn: a victimless crime Northern Iowan 106:33, p.4	02/05/2010	Porn star and producer serving forty-six months in a federal jail on obscenity charges. Two studies cited that indicate a reduction in rape due to access to porn and the Internet. Audience being asked to tolerate porn; not approve of it.
24	Priorities of our representatives Northern Iowan 2010:29, p.4	01/22/2010	Education and the economy should be foremost on the minds of the General Assembly. However, concerns about the lack of "so help me God" in the swearing in ceremony and gay marriage seem to be more important in the minds of some.
25	Tis the season for giving Northern Iowan 106:26, p.6	12/08/2009	Charity in America averages $1500 per family. Eighty per cent of Americans donate. The Salvation Army is the second largest charity in the country.
26	UNIFI's response to recent incidents Northern Iowan 106:25, p.6	12/04/2009	University of Northern Iowa Freethinkers and Inquirers stand with fellow students in condemning recent hate crimes. The comparison to Blasphemy Day events is questioned.
27	The real power of prayer Northern Iowan 106:23, p.7	11/17/2009	Reactions to the recent shootings at Fort Hood and the possibility of a religious influence.
28	The atheistic evolution Northern Iowan 106:20, p.5	11/06/2009	Finds Personal Wellness class not as bad as he anticipated. Lectures were interesting and tests manageable. Actual learning took place for the author; photo.
29	What should college be Northern Iowan 106:17, p.9	10/27/2009	Students reminded that time spent in college should be about using their minds to examine and explore what they believe and who they are as people.
30	Flex your rights this weekend Northern Iowan 106:14, p.5	10/16/2009	Students urged to contact Dean of Students, Resident Life Coordinator, and the Department of Residence concerning the loss of right to privacy. This refers to the practice of searching bags in dorms during Homecoming weekend.
31	Free speech is worth fighting for Northern Iowan 106:11, p.5	10/06/2009	Fallout from the events and chalking of Blasphemy Day included threats, disappointment, and attempts to destroy the chalked messages. Everyone believes in free speech until it starts to offend them.
32	Importance of blasphemy Northern Iowan 106:8, p.6	09/25/2009	International Blasphemy Day, September 30, deemed as a day to protect dissent and to realize ideas do not need rights.
33	Pointless protests Northern Iowan 106:5, p.8	09/15/2009	Challenges protests against the book and movie "I Hope They Serve Beer in Hell".. Demonstrators have determined that the book and movie are part of the "rape culture" and should be banned. The author asks that people support awareness.
34	An all-natural waste of money Northern Iowan 106:2, p.5	09/01/2009	The Institute of Science in Society, the Mayo Clinic, and the Environmental Protection Agency are quoted as questioning the value of organic foods. Two double blind surveys dismiss the theory that organic food tastes better.
35	Roos column Northern Iowan 104:50, p.8	04/18/2008	Nicholas Roos commended for his editorial on the E-mailing tactics during the recent NISG presidential campaign. Disappointment and concern expressed that the current senate did not pass legislation to correct the matter.