Goedken--Dani (Student--2020)

Displaying 1 - 9 of 9 in reverse chronological order
# Title Date Summary
1 When in doubt, road trip it out
Northern Iowan 117:26, p.3
The author encourages college students to road trip during the pandemic to help curb the spread while still being able to travel; photo.
2 A disappointment for Iowa youth
Northern Iowan 117:23, p.3
Although the 2020 precedential election is still too close to call, Goedken discusses the Iowa "red shift" results and feels scared and victimized as a member of the LGBTQ+ community and a female; photo.
3 Private education does not mean better education
Northern Iowan 117:20, p.3
Goedken discusses private and public education.
4 Dress codes are an attack on girls
Northern Iowan 117:17, p.3
The author writes about her experiences with school uniforms and dress codes and how they disproportionally affect women.
5 Stop governing womens' bodies
Northern Iowan 117:14, p.3
Planned Parenthood has been heavily criticized for performing too many abortions but critics do not focus on their other functions, including sex education, reproductive health care, and other resources. In Goedken's opinion, Planned Parenthood should keep their funds in place to promote healthy lives and to keep people safe; photo.
6 Demand free STD testing
Northern Iowan 117:11, p.3
In the author's opinion, STD testing is important, especially in Black Hawk County, which has the highest STD rates in Iowa. Goedken says that the Student Health Center and Planned Parenthood should have free testing since they are the most accessible options for students; UNI cut free testing for the current academic year; photo.
7 Goedken: Get a pet for a forever companion
Northern Iowan 117:8, p.3
Dani Goedken gives their opinion on adopting a pet out of companionship, reliability, and loneliness; photo.
8 Goedken: Menstruation is not a choice
Northern Iowan 117:5, p.3
Dani Goedken argues that UNI isn't doing enough to supply menstrual products to the student body; photo.
9 Goedken: It's okay to slow down
Northern Iowan 117:2, p.3
Dani Goedken writes about the importance of slowing down to give yourself space for growth. Goedken points to how slowing down can help you feel at peace and that it is okay to take things slow.