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1	Faculty requires other cuts before furloughs Anderson--John David (Student--2008)	Eighty-eight per cent of the faculty union members surveyed opposed the idea of furloughs unless similar cuts are made in programs including athletics, Gallagher-Bluedorn, and the Wellness Center; photo.


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2	Students give professors grades of their own Jensen--Brice Tyler (Student--2009)	Evaluation forms have been handed to students to allow them assess the course and the professor. Forms are scored electronically, summarized by an outside firm, and following the posting of grades, shared with the professor; photo.


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3	Swastika painting upsets UNI community Davidson--Nicole Jean (Student--2008)	Students spread the word following the discovery of the swastika and message painted on a bench near Rialto Dining Center. A public form revealed other acts of discrimination on campus and a feeling of not being safe; photo.

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4	Students divided over health care reform Anderson--John David (Student--2008)	The Affordable Health Care for America Act narrowly passed in the House of Representatives. Reactions have been mixed including cost concerns and coverage for abortions. Students and the nation seem split 50-50 on the bill.

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5	Panther Portraits Kintzel--Scott Elliott (Student--2009)	Scenes from the national robotics competition; photo.

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6	On the issues: City Council at-large candidates Krueger--Jeffrey Allen (Student--2009)	Runoff election set for December 1. Gary Winterhof and Nick Taiber respond to questions; photo.

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7	Letter from the NISG Executive Branch and NISG President Haselhuhn--Adam J. (Student--2007)	Comments and concerns on the recent incidents of discrimination on campus.


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8	Panther Portraits Kintzel--Scott Elliott (Student--2009)	Scenes of the robotics team during competition; photo.

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9	A type of discrimination overlooked Gitchell--Erin Elizabeth (Student--2008)	People with disabilities have been discriminated against for years. They have been institutionalized and sterilized. Their abilities have been questioned.


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10	Crow is tough to swallow, Mr. Begnoche Derringer--Cory James (Student--2009)	Author responds to previous letter to the editor dealing with the article, "The Maine problem with gay marriage", written by Brandon Begnoche.


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11	Simplicity challenge French--Larissa A. (Student--2007)	Three steps listed to help reduce the stress-filled life of a college student.


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12	The real power of prayer Boeckmann--Trevor Paul (Student--2007)	Reactions to the recent shootings at Fort Hood and the possibility of a religious influence.

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13	Do some Dalai Lama research Kaleas--Justin Cody (Student--2009)	States that Tibetan people live in abject poverty, while the priestly and aristocratic classes live in opulence. Women have few, if any, rights.


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14	Get involved today Uhlenkamp--Jessica Ann (Student--2009)	Recent survey reveals only forty per cent of students are involved in extracurricular activities. Believes that college is not only classroom knowledge, but also the contacts made outside of class. Many organizations await your inquiry.


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15	We all might (literally) pay for our indifference Murphy--Brian Sullivan (Student--2009)	The end results of budget cuts are increased class sizes, possible condensing of material taught, and less interaction with professors. Information on the budget problems are posted and student input is desired. Let your voices be heard.

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16	"Strong Enough for a Woman, Gentle Enough for a Man" explores gender roles and sexual identity Aunspach--Chase Steven (Student--2009)	Paul Siddens and his graduate performance studies seminar will perform at Interpreters' Theatre. The play sheds light on how media, society, and families influence how people view gender roles and sexual identity; photo.


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17	GBPAC receives generous birthday gift Schreck--Anna E. (Student--2009)	Edward and Catherine Gallagher gave $500,000 to the Performing Arts Center in honor of the tenth anniversary. The Gallaghers made a million dollar donation ten years ago to help build the center; photo.

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18	"The Men Who Stare at Goats" found boring, impotent Frazier--James Timothy (Student--2006)	Review of the movie.


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19	Student Voices Moore--Emily Janelle (Student--2009)	Students respond to the question; "What are you doing for Thanksgiving vacation?"; photo.

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20	Panthers clinch outright MVC title Walters--Casey Beaudean (Student--2008)	Volleyball team remains undefeated in conference play following wins over Missouri State, 3-0, and Wichita State, 3-2; photo.


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21	Panthers start season with 71-65 victory at Denver	Basketball team opens the season with a road win. Four starters scored in double figures.


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22	UNI seniors go out in style Walters--Casey Beaudean (Student--2008)	Football team defeats Western Illinois, 34-0. Seniors honored prior to the game; photo.

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23	Bermel family leads UNI golf Weinmeister--Nicholas James (Student--2009)	One of three seniors on the golf team was Kyle Bermel, Coach John Bermel's nephew. Panthers finished fourth at the Kansas City Invitational, ten strokes behind the leaders.


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24	Wrestlers compete at Northwestern Duals Walters--Casey Beaudean (Student--2008)	Wrestlers defeat Eastern Michigan and lose to Purdue and Stanford. Coach Penrith was pleased with the competition for his team; photo.