Issue Contents

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1 Constitution Day Address confronts slavery's legacy
Legaspi--Sofia (Class of 2020), Rublaitus--Lindy (Student--2019)
Attendees gathered in the Great Hall of the Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center (GBPAC) on September 16 to hear Nikole Hannah-Jones, a Waterloo native, deliver the UNI 2019 Constitution Day Address. Hannah-Jones, who was originally going to speak on school segregation, instead spoke on the 1619 Project, which she created with the New York Times; photos.
2 Sweet 16 team Hall of Fame-bound
Potter--Jacob (Student--2019)
The 2009-2010 men's basketball team, including members Ali Farokhmanesh, Adam Koch, Kwadzo Ahelegbe, Johnny Moran, Lucas O'Rear, and Jordan Eglseder will return to campus to be inducted into the UNI Hall of Fame. During the 2009-10 season, Farokhmanesh made a crucial three-point shot in the final 35 seconds of the game, securing a legendary victory over the number one seed Kansas Jayhawks. Although the Panthers didn't advance to the Elite Eight, the Sweet 16 run is a significant moment in UNI sports history; photos.
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3 Kamala Harris to return to UNI
Kelsey--Elizabeth (Class of 2021)
Presidential candidate and California senator Kamala Harris will return to UNI while on the campaign trail; photo.
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4 Print news creates informed minds
Horning--Colin (Class of 2022)
Horning discusses the decline of print newspapers and the rise of internet platforms. In the author's opinion, newspapers provide the highest-qualify journalism and are more valuable than other avenues of information. Free press is a Constitutional right, and college students should read articles from trustworthy news outlets to be informed; photo.
5 The democracy movement and rank-choice
Wiggins--Kevin (Student--2019)
Wiggins discusses the "democracy movement," which presents possible solutions and reforms to American democracy in light of political situations like the 2000 presidential election. In the author's opinion, instituting a rank/choice voting system would be a strong solution; photo.
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6 Financial Literacy 101 Credit Scores
Weber--Colby (Class of 2020)
In the author's opinion, financial literacy and money management are keys for a successful future. One aspect of this is your credit score and credit history, which Weber explains.
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7 Study Abroad Fair
Legaspi--Sofia (Class of 2020), Fortmann--Toni (Class of 2022)
UNI held its Study Abroad Fair in the Maucker Union Ballroom. 39 programs participated, and students could speak with a variety of participants, faculty, and staff about courses and semester opportunities as well as win scholarships and apply for passports; photos.
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8 NFL off to fast start, early Super Bowl prediction
Horning--Colin (Class of 2022)
Horning speculates about the upcoming National Football League's (NFL) season. The author includes some of the team drama and controversies covered by the media, and predicts that the Kansas City Chiefs will win this year's Lombardi Trophy.
9 Panthers defeat Indian Hills 14-10
Hansen--Patrick (Class of 2024)
UNI softball won against Indian Hills Community College, 14-10. UNI will next play Iowa, Iowa State, and Drake at a conference in Des Moines; photo.