Issue Contents
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| 1 | BOR approval of tuition freeze contingent on state funding Ta--Linh Mai (Student--2011) |
Board of Regents voted in support of tuition freeze for 2014 contingent upon Iowa legislators' decision to provide additional funding for state universities. UNI Tuition and Fees would remain $6,648 for undergraduate students. |
| 2 | DNI explores composting options to reduce food waste Ta--Linh Mai (Student--2011) |
UNI considering composting options for dining centers on campus. Fresh Beginnings program works with Department of Residence to form plan for composting and recycling options. Input from residential dining and UNI students; photo. |
| 3 | Liberal Arts Core at a crossroads Findley--Blake Thurston (Student--2010) |
Curriculum committees discuss changes to Liberal Arts Core at UNI. Suggestions include changes to social sciences category, humanities requirement, language requirements, removal of personal wellness requirement. Disscusses formal process for changes. |
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| 4 | Get your spring semester textbooks now! | University Book & Supply advertises textbook purchasing for Spring 2013 semester. |
| 5 | Promoting 'NOH8' at UNI Baker--Brandon Lee (Student--2011) |
NOH8 event encourages students to stand up for targets of hate, specifically lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender community, at UNI. Students speak about support for the NOH8 event and effects on the campus community; photo. |
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| 6 | Join the Conversation | Northern Iowan advertisement for columnists and writers. |
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| 7 | 'Twilight' is destroying America Ruane--Blake Steven (Student--2012) |
Movie review of Twilight Saga, including discussion of content, acting, and story. Opinion on the effects of "Twilight" on American society, ephasizing negative view for teenage girls. |
| 8 | Sit down and write a letter O'Loughlin--Emily (Student--2008) |
Author encourages readers to write a hand-written letter. Explains benefits of writing and sending letters as correspondence in society distracted by technology. |
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| 9 | Enough is enough Mitchell--Anthony Patrick (Student--2009) |
Article discusses frustration with parking system at UNI. Gives examples of problems with current systems, offers suggestions for improvement. |
| 10 | Tradition goes 'tutu' far Sanchez--Steven Philip (Student--2012) |
Student write letter explaining discomfort and disappointment with Arthur Murder portion of Men's Glee Club Christmas Variety Show. Discusses negative implications and discrimination against non-traditional gender roles. |
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| 11 | Department of Residence seeks applicants for RA positions Wilkins--Alan Michael (Student--2011) |
Department of Residence accepting applications for Resident Assistant positions. Includes details on application process and responsibilities. |
| 12 | Grit 'n' Glam Holiday Gift Guide Pope--David William (Student--2012) |
Gift suggestions for the holiday season. Suggestions include messages, art, books, gift cards, gift sets, video games, movies, donations. |
| 13 | Wahls gives speech about importance of marriage Tjossem--Kirsten Ruth (Student--2011) |
New student organization, UNI One Iowa, president comments on speech by Iowa LGBT activist Zach Wahls. Article outlines importances of marriage and discussion of equality of marriage in Iowa. |
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| 14 | UNI students present work at fall 2012 B.F.A. exhibition Tjossem--Kirsten Ruth (Student--2011) |
UNI Art students present work in exhibition to complete Bachelor of Arts degrees. Exhibition is free and open to the public at UNI Gallery of Art. |
| 15 | Walk A Mile In Their Shoes to raise poverty awareness Hausler--Jonathan Wesley (Student--2012) |
Cedar Valley Hospital House hosts "Walk A Mile In Their Shoes" event in December to raise awareness of poverty in Cedar Valley community. Event includes 1.5 mile walk in Waterloo. |
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| 16 | He said, she said | Advice on asking another student out during finals week. Columnists support planning dates as study partners or as a break from studying. |
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| 17 | It's just a game Bemis--Jacob Harry (Student--2011) |
Encourages good sportsmanship and importance of remembering "It's just a game". Uses example from recent NFL game between Chiefs and Panthers and recent player death, encourages reflection. |
| 18 | Pack your bags, UNI football fans - it's time to move Eilers--Bradley David (Student--2008) |
Author discusses UNI moving from Football Championship Subdivision to Football Bowl Subdivision. Gives similarities between UNI and Northern Illinois University, which recently made the switch; photo. |
| 19 | Strong shooting propels Panthers to 81-41 victory Phillips--Whitney Lea (Student--2011) |
Women's Basketball has strong victory over Chicago State. Players and coach comment on team's performance; photo. |
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| 20 | Extended Library Hours For Finals Week | Rod Library Hours for Finals Week 2012. |
