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1 Amid harassment allegations, Butt withdraws from NISG race
Maas--Emma'le (Student--2019) 		In the wake of social media allegations of harassment and misconduct, Muhammed Butt and running partner Bilal Hussein withdrew from the Northern Iowa Student Government (NISG) presidential race. The ticket of Samantha Bennet and Alisanne Struck now run unopposed; photo.
2 In-person commencement bill introduced
Christensen--Caroline (Student--2021) 		In response to backlash against UNI's decision to hold spring commencement virtually, the Commencement Committee held an emergency meeting February 16 to discuss concerns and possibilities for the ceremony. Additionally, UNI alumnus and newly-elected Iowa representative Carter Nordman introduced a bill to the Iowa State Legislature that would require Iowa's three Regent universities to hold in-person spring commencement ceremonies. UNI senior Mili Saliu began a petition asking the university to reconsider their decision to hold commencement virtually, and it has gathered over 2,000 signatures; photo.
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3 COVID-19 on campus: Rates constant
Kelsey--Elizabeth (Class of 2021), Cummings--Gabriella (Class of 2021) 		The percent of positive COVID-19 tests stayed about the same from last week to this week. Last week also saw the first public COVID-19 vaccination clinic; photo.
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4 Detox your news and social media feed
Horning--Colin (Class of 2022) 		In the author's opinion, it is better for your mental health to limit time checking the news and social media.
5 Gov. Reynolds needs to bring back the mask mandate
Maier--Al (Student--2021) 		In the author's opinion, Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds lifted COVID-19 precautions prematurely and people should continue wearing masks and social distancing.
6 Rush Limbaugh passes, will be replaced
Montgomery--Tyler (Student--2020) 		In the author's opinion, although Rush Limbaugh has passed away, another person will quickly fill his place broadcasting hate speech and conspiracy theories; photo.
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7 Dance Marathon sees changes amid COVID-19
Debruin--Karla (Northern Iowan Managing Editor) 		The UNI Dance Marathon does not have a public date yet, but students can still register to participate or donate to help the University of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital; photo.
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8 The show goes on for UNISTA's cabaret
Alldredge--Anna (Student--2019) 		The UNI Student Theatre Association (UNISTA) held their Best of Broadway Cabaret virtually this year. The event featured various UNI students singing hits from Broadway musicals; photos.
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9 Panthers lose heartbreaker to SDSU in season opener
Schindler--Nicholas (Student--2020), Fortmann--Toni (Class of 2022) 		The UNI football team played their season opener against South Dakota State University and were defeated with a final score of 24-20; photo.
10 UNI loses to Drake in final home game of the season
Warrington--David (Student--2020), Fortmann--Toni (Class of 2022) 		The UNI men's basketball team played a close game against Drake University. The Panthers ultimately fell short with a final score of 77-69; photo.