Issue Contents
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1 | A noodle invasion: pirates, pastors, and pasta Eaton--Samantha Marie (Student--2013) |
UNI Freethinkers and Inquirers hosted their sixth annual Flying Spaghetti Monster dinner. The proceeds from the tickets sales for the dinner benefitted the Northeast Iowa Food Bank; photo. |
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2 | Construction on Viking Gibbs--Hannah Marie (Student--2013) |
The city of Cedar Falls is widening West Viking Road. The construction is expected to last until the end of October; photo. |
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3 | Workshop pitches new ideas to students Prigeon--Correy Travis (Student--2013) |
A workshop was hosted by Laurie Watje and Katherine Cota-Uyar to prepare students for the University of Northern Iowa's Fifth Annual Elevator Pitch Competition. The workshop also prepared students to pitch themselves personally for job interviews. |
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4 | Fall turns focus toward savings Hausler--Jonathan Wesley (Student--2012) |
September is College Savings Month. The Office of Financial Aid, along with other organizations, are spreading the word about savings plans. The Office of Financial Aid offers a Live Like a Student program which many students find helpful. |
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5 | Student assessment mandate goes into effect Eaton--Samantha Marie (Student--2013) |
Beginning this fall, classrooms with more than 300 students will assess student learning as required by a state mandate. |
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6 | Miss un-American: racism in the U.S. Pope--David William (Student--2012) |
Miss New York was crowned Miss America. Social media was outraged because she is Indian. She was born in the United States, but social media continues to call her an Arab. Racism is still relevant in today's society. |
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7 | Re-evaluating values, guns, and the U.S. Constitution Weaver--Alexander (Student--2013) |
Tells about gun control legislation and the arguments regarding it. The Constitution gives Americans certain rights, but those rights do have limitations. |
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8 | Hispanic Heritage Month highlighted by Latino Fest | In honor of National Hispanic Heritage Month, the Hispanic Latino Student Union, partnered with Art for El Salvador, will be hosting the first University of Northern Iowa Latino Fest. |
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9 | New performances take the stage in latest GBPAC season Nilles--Kellen Marie (Student--2013) |
Students are excited for the new performances Gallagher-Bluedorn will be hosting this year. Big Bad Voodoo daddy, "The Nutcracker," and "Memphis the Musical" are among the performances. |
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10 | UNI professor researches effects of texting in class Peterson--Caitlin Anne (Student--2011) |
UNI professor Dennis Clayson, wrote an article based on his research regarding texting entitled "An Introduction to Multitasking and Texting: Prevalence and Impact on Grades and GPA in Marketing Classes." |
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11 | Panther portraits Mattila--Kaimi (Student--2013) |
The Wesley Foundation put on a Salsa Dance for students. Proceeds from admission to the event went toward the Northern Iowa Wishmakers; photo. |
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12 | Fans should stay in the stands until end of games Kellis--Morgan D (Student--2013) |
Says football fans should not leave in the middle of the game. Blowout games may not be exciting, but the players love to see the stands full; photo. |
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13 | UNI loses 5th straight in OT Clausen--Eric Lee (Student--2011) |
After a loss to Iowa, the women's soccer team moves to 1-7-1 on the season. Their next match is against Iowa State University; photo. |
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14 | UNI pushes winning streak to 6 matches Keiser--Erin Rose (Student--2012) |
The volleyball team won with a sweep against Northern Illinois University to continue their winning streak; photo. |